Aaj ka Panchang 11 March 2026 Today, March 11, 2026, is Wednesday and marks the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha in the Chaitra month. This day is celebrated as Sheetala Ashtami, dedicated to the goddess Sheetala, who is revered as the deity of smallpox and is worshipped to seek protection from diseases. Devotees offer a special ritual of Basida Bhog, which involves preparing and offering a dish made from barley, hence the day is also known as Basoda. The observance of this festival is believed to bring blessings and ward off ailments. According to the daily Panchang, the sunrise on March 11, 2026, occurs at 6:36 AM, while sunset is at 6:28 PM. The moonrise takes place at 1:55 AM on March 12, and the moonset is at 10:22 AM. The Nakshatra for the day is Jyeshtha, which spans until 10:00 PM. The Karan for the day is Balava, active until 3:08 PM, followed by the Karan of Krittika, which lasts until 12:32 PM. The Yuga for the day includes the Rajya Yuga, which is active from 12:32 PM to 2:01 PM. The auspicious timings for the day include the Shubh Muhurat from 12:08 PM to 12:56 PM, while the Durdasha Muhurat, considered inauspicious, occurs during the same period. The Rahu Kala, a period believed to be unfavorable for major decisions, spans from 12:32 PM to 2:01 PM. The Yamaganda, associated with negative energies, is active from 8:05 AM to 9:34 AM, and the Gulika Kala, another inauspicious period, lasts from 11:03 AM to 12:32 PM. The article also highlights the significance of Sheetala Ashtami, explaining that the goddess is worshipped with a special offering of Basida, a dish made from barley, to appease her and ensure health. The ritual is believed to have originated from the story of the goddess protecting children from smallpox.#sheetala_ashtami #basida_bhog #chaitra_month #krishna_paksha #panchang
