The Panchang is a traditional Hindu almanac that plays a key role in determining auspicious times and understanding the Hindu calendar. It is based on the movements of the Sun and Moon and consists of five elements—Tithi (lunar day), Vaar (weekday), Nakshatra (lunar constellation), Yoga, and Karana—from which it gets its name (pancha meaning five, anga meaning parts). Panchang is widely used to fix dates for festivals, religious rituals, fasts, weddings, and other important events, and it also provides information about planetary positions, eclipses, and seasonal changes, making it both a spiritual and practical guide in daily life.