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Krishna Chaturthi of Paush marks Sankashti for Lord Ganesha. Ashlesha Nakshatra and Moon in Cancer boost intuition, harmony and self-control, guiding auspicious devotion today.
Aaj Ka Panchang, January 6, 2026: Tithi, Muhurat and Rahu Kaal.
Aaj Ka Panchang, January 6, 2026: Today is the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Paush, also known as Sankashti Chaturthi. This day is considered highly auspicious for worshipping Lord Ganesha and removing obstacles. It is an excellent opportunity to remove obstacles in your life, increase your self-confidence, and prepare for new tasks.
The Ashlesha Nakshatra associates this day with esotericism, mystery, and emotional depth. Its influence enhances one’s intuition and decision-making abilities.
With the Moon in Cancer, today will be an emotionally sensitive day, but feelings of family unity and maternal affection will be strong. During this autumn season, self-reflection, health, and self-control bring auspicious results. Preeti Yoga fosters love, harmony, and positive energy, maintaining harmony in family and social relationships.
Overall, January 6, 2026, is a very auspicious day for devotion, spiritual practice, and self-control. By worshipping Lord Ganesha and observing fast on this day, all the obstacles in life are removed, and one experiences stability, balance, and peace in the mind.
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Nakshatra: Ashlesha
- Karana: Bava
- Paksha: Krishna-Paksha
- Yoga: Priti till 08:21:24 PM
- Day: Tuesday
Sun & Moon Calculations
- Sun Rise: 07:21:51 AM
- Sun Set: 06:09:04 PM
- Moon Rise: 09:20:51 PM
- Moon Set: 09:45:23 AM
- Moon Sign: Cancer
- Ritu: Hemant
Hindu Month & Year
- Shaka Samvat: 1947
- Vikram Samvat: 2082
- Month Amanta: Pausha
- Month Purnimanta: Magha
Inauspicious Timings (Ashubh Muhurat)
- Rahu Kaal: 03:27:16 PM to 04:48:10 PM
- Yamaganda: 10:03:39 AM to 11:24:33 AM
- Gulika Kaal: 12:45:28 PM to 02:06:22 PM
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
- Abhijit: 12:24:00 PM to 01:06:00 PM
(The author Chirag Daruwalla is the son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla).
January 06, 2026, 05:00 IST
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