Panchang Today: Check the tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and planetary transits for August 10, 2026, along with today’s auspicious and inauspicious timings. For August 10, 2026, traditional Panchang guidance suggests a day that favours thoughtful planning, careful communication and steady progress. With Somvar, Krishna Dwadashi and Ardra Nakshatra influencing the day, the best results are likely to come from patient decision-making, practical review and measured action rather than haste or impulsive conclusions.Panchang TodayKey Timings TodaySunrise5:47 amSunset7:05 pmRahu Kaal7:27 am to 9:06 amHighlighted favourable windowBrahma Muhurta: 4:21 am to 5:04 amHow to use it: Prefer this period for quiet planning, reflection or prayer. Avoid new beginnings during Rahu Kaal.Festival and Vrat TodaySoma Pradosh VratBasis: Shravana Krishna TrayodashiWhat Today's Panchang MeansIn traditional Panchang interpretation, Somvar (Monday) is associated with emotional balance, reflection and thoughtful action. Combined with Krishna Dwadashi, the day encourages reviewing recent progress, completing pending matters and preparing carefully for the next step rather than rushing ahead.Ardra Nakshatra brings a questioning, analytical quality that supports research, problem-solving and honest assessment. As the Moon moves from Gemini to Cancer, the day's energy gradually shifts from information, communication and mental activity towards emotional clarity, home matters and stronger personal connections.How to Use the DayWork and important decisionsThe day supports reviewing plans, checking details and strengthening existing work before moving ahead. Krishna Dwadashi encourages completion, refinement and practical course correction instead of ambitious new beginnings.Ardra Nakshatra favours research, analysis, writing and identifying areas that need improvement. If your work involves planning, documentation, budgets or problem-solving, use the day to refine your approach and verify important details. As the Moon moves towards Cancer, communication becomes more important, so present ideas calmly, document follow-up clearly and avoid creating unnecessary urgency. A careful, organised approach is likely to produce the best results.Relationships and communicationToday's energy supports honest conversations handled with patience and understanding. Ardra encourages speaking openly, but it is important to choose your words carefully, especially with family, partners and colleagues.As the Moon shifts from Gemini to Cancer, emotional sensitivity increases. This makes it a good day to clear misunderstandings, check in with loved ones or revisit unfinished conversations without becoming defensive. Listening with patience, acknowledging another person's perspective and following through on practical commitments are likely to strengthen relationships more than emotional reactions.Reflection and spiritual routineToday is well suited for quiet reflection and simplifying your priorities. Krishna Dwadashi encourages reviewing what has been completed, what can be released and what deserves renewed attention, while Ardra Nakshatra supports honest self-assessment without becoming overly critical.Journalling, reading, prayer or a few moments of silence can help bring greater clarity. As the Moon moves into Cancer, allow reflection to shift from constant analysis towards emotional understanding and inner balance. A simple routine focused on one clear intention, one meaningful conversation and one completed responsibility is likely to bring the greatest sense of progress.Panchang Facts at a GlanceDate and VaarAugust 10, 2026, Monday (Somvar)Lunar MonthAmanta: Ashadha; Purnimanta: ShravanaTithi (lunar day)Krishna Dwadashi until 8:01 am; then Krishna TrayodashiNakshatra (lunar constellation)Ardra until 12:26 pm; then PunarvasuYog (Sun-Moon combination)Vajra until 10:25 pm; then SiddhiKaran (half-tithi division)Taitila until 8:01 am; then Gara until 6:27 pm; then Vanija until 4:54 am, TuesdayMoon sign (zodiac position)Gemini until 4:43 am, Tuesday; then CancerAuspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)PeriodStartEndBrahma Muhurta4:21 am5:04 amPratah Sandhya4:43 am5:47 amAbhijit Muhurta12:00 pm12:53 pmVijaya Muhurta2:39 pm3:32 pmGodhuli Muhurta7:05 pm7:26 pmSayahana Sandhya7:05 pm8:09 pmNishita Muhurta12:05 am, Tuesday12:48 am, TuesdayThose who follow Panchang timings may find these periods especially supportive:Brahma Muhurta: 4:21 am to 5:04 amAn ideal time for quiet planning, reflection, prayer or setting clear priorities before the day begins.Abhijit Muhurta: 12:00 pm to 12:53 pmA favourable time for important decisions, sending key communications, beginning focused work or handling tasks that require calm judgment and concentration.Inauspicious and Caution TimingsPeriodStartEndRahu Kaal7:27 am9:06 amGulika Kaal2:06 pm3:45 pmYamaganda10:46 am12:26 pmDur Muhurtam12:53 pm1:46 pmDur Muhurtam3:32 pm4:25 pmVarjyam11:18 pm12:44 am, TuesdayVidaal Yog12:27 pm5:48 am, TuesdayTraditional Panchang recommends using these periods for routine work rather than major beginnings:Rahu Kaal: Until 9:06 amIf possible, avoid starting new projects, making major commitments or initiating important discussions during this period. Instead, use the time for reviewing documents, preparing for meetings, responding to messages or completing routine work already in progress.Other caution periodsYamaganda, Gulika Kaal, Dur Muhurtam, Varjyam and Vidaal Yog are also traditionally considered better suited for planning, review, travel preparation and routine responsibilities than for major new beginnings or high-stakes decisions.Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise and MoonsetSunrise5:47 amSunset7:05 pmMoonrise3:52 am, TuesdayMoonset5:23 pmRahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaCityRahu KaalMumbai7:54 am to 9:31 amDelhi (NCR)7:27 am to 9:06 amBengaluru7:41 am to 9:15 amHyderabad7:33 am to 9:09 amChennai7:30 am to 9:05 amAhmedabad7:51 am to 9:29 amPune7:51 am to 9:27 amKolkata6:49 am to 8:26 amJaipur7:34 am to 9:13 amKochi7:49 am to 9:23 amLucknow7:14 am to 8:53 amIndore7:39 am to 9:16 amGuwahati6:32 am to 8:11 amChandigarh7:26 am to 9:06 amSurat7:52 am to 9:29 amVisakhapatnam7:14 am to 8:50 amNagpur7:27 am to 9:04 amCoimbatore7:45 am to 9:19 amVaranasi7:08 am to 8:46 amBhubaneswar7:01 am to 8:38 amOverallTraditional Panchang guidance suggests a day that favours thoughtful planning, careful communication and steady progress. Focus on reviewing priorities, making well-considered decisions and using favourable timings for important tasks while allowing patience to guide both work and personal interactions. A calm, measured approach is likely to bring the most rewarding outcomes.This article presents traditional Panchang guidance for general information. Timings may vary depending on location.Dr. Achary Kalki Krishnan(Vastu consultant, Vedic astrologer, Researcher, Educator & Corporate mentor)Teaching and practising Astrology, Vastu, and Numerology for more than three decades, Dr Achary Kalki Krishnan is a senior Vastu consultant, Vedic astrologer, researcher, educator and corporate mentor. Born in the sacred region of Vindhyachal Shakti Peeth, situated between Prayagraj and Varanasi, Dr Achary Kalki Krishnan is considered one of the most respected, knowledgeable, and qualified Astrologers and Vastu consultants of India.