22 October 2026 Panchang: Tithi, Nakshatra, Vaar
Direct Answer: 22 October 2026 is a Thursday (Thursday). Tithi: Shukla Ekadashi (21 Oct, 02:12 PM – 22 Oct, 02:49 PM). Nakshatra: Shatabhisha. Abhijit Muhurat: 11:43 AM – 12:29 PM. Rahu Kaal: 01:31 – 02:56 PM.
Delhi NCR • Thursday, October 22, 2026 Shukla Ekadashi
October 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Panchang for Delhi NCR • Shukla Ekadashi
Swati · Pada 1 (Sun in Virgo)
Papankusha Ekadashi
Observed in Ashwin Shukla Paksha (during Navratri/Sharad season), reigning in sinful inclinations like an elephant goad.
Ekadashi Vrat
Bi-monthly fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu, observed on Shukla and Krishna Ekadashis.
Panchang Elements for This Day
Ekadashi
Shatabhisha
Vriddhi
Vishti
Thursday
Auspicious alignment for ceremonies based on classical Vedic rules
Avoid commencing auspicious new ventures during these periods
01:31 – 02:56 PM
07:51 – 09:16 AM
10:41 AM – 12:06 PM
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What Are the Five Elements of Panchang?
Panchanga literally means 'five limbs' (Pancha + Anga). In Vedic timekeeping, these five astronomical calculations determine the quality and energy of every moment.
1. Tithi
Lunar DayThe angular distance between the Sun and Moon (12° each). 30 tithis in a lunar month (15 Shukla + 15 Krishna).
2. Nakshatra
Lunar MansionThe 27 segments of the zodiac (13°20' each) that the Moon passes through along the ecliptic path.
3. Yoga
Solar-Lunar SumSum of longitudes of Sun and Moon divided into 27 equal parts (13°20' each), indicating overall cosmic harmony.
4. Karana
Half-TithiOne-half of a Tithi (6° separation). There are 11 Karanas (4 fixed and 7 repeating in cycles).
5. Vaara
Day of the WeekThe 7 solar days governed by planetary lords (Ravivara to Shanivara), measured from sunrise to next sunrise.