Kannada Panchanga (ಕನ್ನಡ ಪಂಚಾಂಗ) is the traditional Hindu almanac used in Karnataka. It includes tithi, nakshatra, festivals, Rahu Kala, and auspicious timings (muhurat) for the day, following the lunar calendar.

Ugadi 2026 (Kannada New Year) falls on March 19, 2026 (Thursday). It marks the beginning of the Hindu lunar calendar year Shubhakrutha.

Rahu Kala timings vary by day of the week. For Bangalore (IST): Sunday 4:30–6 PM, Monday 7:30–9 AM, Tuesday 3–4:30 PM, Wednesday 12–1:30 PM, Thursday 1:30–3 PM, Friday 10:30 AM–12 PM, Saturday 9–10:30 AM. Avoid starting important work during this period.

Vijayadashami (Dasara) 2026 is on October 21, 2026 (Wednesday).

Deepavali 2026 is on November 8, 2026 (Naraka Chaturdashi) and November 10 (Balipadyami).

Amavasya is the new moon day and Hunnime (Purnima) is the full moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar. Both are important for vrat, pitru tarpan, and festivals. This site lists all Amavasya and Hunnime dates for 2026.

Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day, observed twice a month as a fasting day. Each Ekadashi has a name (e.g. Shattila, Papamochani, Nirjala). Our Festivals page and calendar show all Ekadashi dates for 2026 in IST.

Marriage muhurat dates vary by month. There is no Shubh Muhurat in January (Venus combustion), and in August–October (Ashada/Pitru Paksha/Navaratri). See the Marriage Muhurat page for the full list and best dates.

Panchanga timings (Rahu Kala, muhurat, tithi) are given for Indian Standard Time (IST), which is used across India. Bangalore and Karnataka follow IST. If you are in another timezone, convert accordingly.

Makara Sankranti / Pongal 2026 is on January 14, 2026. Holi 2026 is on March 4, 2026 (with Phalguna Purnima on March 3).