Astrological texts advise that new beginnings, marriages, or major auspicious activities should be avoided on Amavasya. Instead, the day is considered ideal for inner purification, appeasing ancestors, and spiritual discipline. It is believed that sincere Pitru Puja performed on this day brings ancestral blessings and helps reduce obstacles in life.

Today’s Panchang – January 18, 2026

• Vikram Samvat: 2082

• Month: Magh

• Paksha: Krishna

• Tithi: Amavasya

• Day: Sunday

• Yoga: Harshan

• Nakshatra: Purvashada

• Karana: Chatushpada

• Moon Sign: Sagittarius

• Sun Sign: Capricorn

Sun and Moon Timings

• Sunrise: 7:16 AM

• Sunset: 5:47 PM

• Moonrise: Not applicable

• Moonset: 5:20 PM

Auspicious Yogas and Religious Significance

Today, the Moon remains positioned in Sagittarius under the Purvashada Nakshatra. Purvashada is considered a symbol of preparation before victory. Its presiding deity is Varuna, and its planetary lord is Venus. According to astrology, worship of Goddess Lakshmi, acts of charity, and spiritual practices performed under this nakshatra are believed to yield favorable results.

Amavasya is traditionally associated with Goddess Kali and Pitru Tattva (ancestral energy). Therefore, the following activities are considered especially auspicious today:

• Offering Tarpan to ancestors

• Donating food and clothes to the needy

• Cow service and feeding birds and animals

• Observing silence, meditation, and mantra chanting

Inauspicious Time (Ashubh Kaal)

• Rahu Kaal: 4:28 PM to 5:47 PM

• Yamagand: 12:31 PM to 1:50 PM

No auspicious or new activities should be initiated during these periods. Manglik works are also avoided during Gulika Kaal, Durmuhurta, and Varjyam.

What to Do and What to Avoid Today

Do’s

• Perform Pitru Tarpan and Deepdaan

• Observe ritual bath and charity on Mauni Amavasya

• Worship Goddess Kali and Goddess Lakshmi

• Practice meditation, japa, and spiritual discipline

Don’ts

• Marriage or housewarming ceremonies

• Starting a new business or making major investments

• Performing auspicious or celebratory rituals