Panchang Today: May 27, 2026 – Ekadasi, Hasta Nakshatra, and Auspicious Timings
Panchang Today: May 27, 2026 – Ekadasi & Hasta Nakshatra

Panchang Today serves as your daily guide for planning life with greater precision, using the spiritual mathematics of the Hindu calendar. By understanding the day's Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, and sensitive hours like Rahu Kaal, you can move from blind rushing to wise choices. It also keeps you connected to cultural roots, whether scheduling a meeting, beginning a study plan, or deciding when to pray and pause. Think of it as reading the sky before stepping out. Below are the important Panchang details for May 27, 2026, for India.

Date and Day Details

Wednesday arrives with the quiet discipline of Shukla Paksha 11 (Ekadasi), a Tithi known for restraint, cleansing, and strong devotion to Vishnu. Ekadasi energy is like a clear river current; it carries away excess. It is not just about fasting but about trimming the unnecessary. The Tithi remains Ekadasi until May 27, 2026, at 06:21:55, after which Shukla Paksha 12 (Dvadasi) begins. This early change matters. If you are observing the vrat, your morning will feel like a turning point from strict inward focus toward steadier, practical follow-through.

The Nakshatra is Hasta until May 27, 2026, at 05:56:43, then shifts to Chitra. Hasta is associated with skill, hands-on ability, and the power to shape outcomes through effort. It favors work that needs precision, such as repairing things at home, sorting documents, organizing shelves, and cooking with care. There is also a gentle, healing quality here, like applying balm where life feels irritated. Once Chitra begins, the mood changes. Chitra has a builder's eye and an artist's pride. People may become more particular about appearance, design, presentation, and what looks right. So, early hours suit method and finishing small pending tasks. Later, you can focus on improving quality and aesthetics, from a work presentation to a home corner that needs attention.

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The Moon sits in Virgo at 22.55 degrees for most of the day, making emotions more analytical and easily stirred by disorder. You will notice people speaking in details, not broad ideas. Then the Moon transitions at May 27, 2026, at 18:59:58 into Libra. Evening onward, the mind seeks balance, agreement, and sweeter conversation. A small compromise becomes easier after that shift. If you have been planning a family discussion, it is better kept for later, when Libra softens the edges.

Yoga is Vyatipata, lasting until May 28, 2026, at 03:25:05, followed by Variyan. Vyatipata is intense; it can give sudden clarity and sudden disturbance too. It asks for sincerity. Say less, do more. Karan begins with Visti until May 27, 2026, at 06:21:55, then Bava until May 27, 2026, at 19:06:50, and then Balava takes over. Visti is cautious, better for inner work than bold beginnings. Bava is steadier for routine duties and planned efforts. The sky's message is simple: keep your hands busy, keep your mind clean, and let your choices be thoughtful.

Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)

Auspicious timings are like open windows in a warm house. Use them, and the day breathes better.

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  • Brahma Muhurta runs from 2026-05-27 03:44:56 to 2026-05-27 04:26:40. This is the purest time for japa, meditation, scripture reading, and setting a sankalp for Ekadasi. The mind is quieter, like a lake before wind touches it.
  • Pratah Sandhya is from 2026-05-27 04:05:48 to 2026-05-27 05:08:24. Ideal for Surya arghya, Gayatri mantra, and a calm start before the rush of calls and commuting.
  • Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga appears from 2026-05-27 05:08:24 to 2026-05-27 05:55:56, and Ravi Yoga also runs in the same window, 2026-05-27 05:08:24 to 2026-05-27 05:55:56. These are supportive for beginning something meaningful that you can sustain, like a study timetable, a disciplined health habit, or a clear work plan.
  • Siddha Yoga stretches long from 2026-05-27 06:22:56 to 2026-05-28 05:08:10. It supports skill, results, and steady progress, especially on a day shaped by Hasta's practical hands.
  • Vijay Muhurta is from 2026-05-27 14:10:24 to 2026-05-27 15:04:36. Good for interviews, presentations, sending an important email, or asking for what you deserve with politeness and confidence.
  • As the sun sets, Godhuli Muhurta arrives from 2026-05-27 18:41:48 to 2026-05-27 19:02:40, and Sayahana Sandhya continues from 2026-05-27 18:41:48 to 2026-05-27 19:44:24. Light a diya, chant Vishnu's name, and bring a softer tone into the home.
  • For deeper spiritual work, Nishita Muhurta is from 2026-05-27 23:33:56 to 2026-05-28 00:15:40, while Amrit Kalam is from 2026-05-28 01:09:00 to 2026-05-28 02:53:44, a sweet window for prayer, gratitude, and quiet reconciliation with yourself.

Choghadiya also offers helpful pockets in the day: Laabh at 05:08, Amrit at 06:50, Shubh at 10:13, Laabh at 16:59, and at night Shubh at 19:59, Amrit at 21:17, Laabh at 26:31.

Inauspicious Timings

Rahu Kaal today is from 2026-05-27 11:55:06 to 2026-05-27 13:36:46. Rahu's hours can feel like walking through fog. Things look attractive, but the ground truth may be missing. Avoid starting new ventures, signing contracts, lending money, or making impulse purchases in this period. Keep your wallet closed today, at least during Rahu Kaal. If you must work, stick to routine tasks, cleaning your inbox, or revising work already in motion.

Rahu Kaal is also a good time for inner remedies. Sit for a few minutes, breathe evenly, and chant the Rahu mantra "Om Raam Rahave Namaha". Simple, steady repetition helps because Rahu thrives on restlessness and shortcuts.

Yamaganda runs from 2026-05-27 06:50:04 to 2026-05-27 08:31:45. This is another period best kept for ongoing duties rather than fresh beginnings. Gulika Kaal is from 2026-05-27 10:13:25 to 2026-05-27 11:55:06. Avoid making promises you cannot keep. Do not jump into arguments either, especially with family. Words spoken here can stick like burrs.

Dur Muhurtam is from 2026-05-27 11:27:48 to 2026-05-27 12:21:48. If an important meeting is unavoidable, go in prepared and keep documentation ready. Varjyam falls from 2026-05-27 14:40:56 to 2026-05-27 16:23:04, a time to avoid critical decisions and risky travel plans. Baana (Agni) runs from 2026-05-27 05:08:24 to 2026-05-27 17:37:24, suggesting heightened heat and impatience, so watch your temper and your stomach. Mrityu Yoga is from 2026-05-27 06:22:24 to 2026-05-28 05:07:24, and Vidaal Yoga is from 2026-05-27 05:08:24 to 2026-05-27 05:55:56, both nudging you to choose caution over bravado.

Choghadiya inauspicious periods are also worth respecting: Kaal at 08:31, Rog at 11:54, Udveg at 13:36 in the day, and at night Udveg at 18:41, Rog at 23:54, Kaal at 25:13, Udveg at 27:49. Use these for prayer, basic chores, and quiet work, not for big leaps.

Rahu Kaal Timings Across India

Rahu Kaal timings change across India because they are calculated from local sunrise, and sunrise differs from place to place due to longitude. Two locations can share the same day and yet have a different Rahu Kaal window. That is why you may see small shifts across regions even on the same Wednesday. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities, so you can match it with where you are before planning key tasks.

CityRahu Kaal
Mumbai12:35 - 14:14
Delhi (NCR)12:17 - 14:01
Bengaluru12:16 - 13:52
Hyderabad12:12 - 13:50
Chennai12:05 - 13:41
Ahmedabad12:36 - 14:16
Pune12:31 - 14:09
Kolkata11:33 - 13:13
Jaipur12:23 - 14:05
Kochi12:21 - 13:56
Lucknow12:03 - 13:45
Indore12:23 - 14:03
Guwahati11:19 - 13:01
Chandigarh12:19 - 14:03
Surat12:35 - 14:15
Visakhapatnam11:53 - 13:31
Nagpur12:10 - 13:49
Coimbatore12:18 - 13:54
Varanasi11:54 - 13:36
Bhubaneswar11:43 - 13:22

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise and Moonset

Sunrise is at 05:08:31 and sunset is at 18:41:10. That long stretch of daylight is a gift on an Ekadasi. Begin the day with a clean start, even if you can only manage a short prayer and a glass of water. Sunrise carries Surya's steadying influence, which helps with discipline, truthfulness, and keeping your word. Sunset, on the other hand, is the day's soft landing. It is a good time to slow down, light a lamp, and let the mind unclench.

Moonrise is at 03:15:45 PM, and Moonset is at 02:49:23 AM, May 28. The Moon rising in the afternoon can make emotions feel more active later in the day. You might notice cravings, restlessness, or a sudden desire to talk things out. Do not rush. Remember the Moon is still in Virgo most of the day, so the heart may express itself through practical concerns. After the Moon sign shifts toward Libra in the evening, it becomes easier to seek peace and a fair outcome. Let nighttime be quieter, especially if you are fasting. A simple prayer before sleep can calm the inner weather.

Vrat/Festival Information and Recommendations

Ekadashi Vrat is observed today, a Shukla Paksha Ekadashi, the fortnightly fast dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On Ekadasi, the tradition says the mind becomes more receptive to sattvic intention. It is a day to step away from overindulgence and remember what truly supports your life: faith, health, and relationships. Since the Hindu month is Adhik Jyeshtha (amanta), the spiritual tone is even more inward. Adhik months often feel like an extra pause in the calendar, asking for repair work, spiritual catching up, and quieter discipline.

For many households, Ekadasi means keeping grains aside, eating simple phalahar if needed, and spending more time in Vishnu naam or reading. If you are working a full day, do not make the vrat a burden. Keep it clean and doable. A simple sankalp in the morning, a bit of tulsi and water offering, and avoiding unnecessary snacks can still honor the spirit of Ekadasi. The aim is not to punish the body; it is to train the mind.

In relationships, keep your speech gentle, especially before evening. Virgo Moon energy can make you correct others without realizing you are sounding sharp. Ask yourself: do I want to be right, or do I want peace? After 27/05/2026 at 18:59:58, when the Moon moves toward Libra, it is easier to apologize and meet halfway. Plan that family chat or a partner discussion later, not during the midday tension.

At work, focus on completing, editing, and organizing. Hasta supports skill with hands and tools, so even simple actions like updating files, clearing pending messages, and tightening a report will show results. Your boss will notice the person who reduces chaos. Avoid launching brand-new risky plans during Rahu Kaal, and do not volunteer for extra conflict.

Spiritually, keep your practice straightforward. A few rounds of Vishnu sahasranama, or even repeated "Om Namo Narayanaya", will sit well with Ekadasi. In the evening, use Godhuli and Sandhya hours for a lamp and gratitude.

No major Vrat or festival is observed today beyond the Ekadashi Vrat. Let the day be like a neem tree in summer: a little bitter, very cleansing, and ultimately good for you. Actionable advice: plan important asks in Vijay Muhurta, keep major money decisions away from 2026-05-27 11:55:06 to 2026-05-27 13:36:46, eat light, speak softly, and end the day with one clear prayer and one practical task completed.

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