Nag Panchami
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Dedicated to the worship of serpent deities (nagas). Devotees offer milk and prayers at snake idols and anthills, seeking protection from harm.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Shukla Chaturthi
Prev day 17:29 Same day 16:52
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Shukla Panchami
Same day 16:52 Next day 17:00
Chaturthi — sacred to Ganesha. Best used for prayer and removing obstacles, not for major new ventures.
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Sunday
Sunday — ruled by the Sun. A day of vitality and authority; good for leadership tasks and self-care.
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Shravana · Bhadrapada
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Hasta · Pada 1
Same day 03:26 Next day 03:51
Light nakshatra — suited for swift, light activities — short trips, communications.
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Sadhya
Same day 05:22 Next day 04:09
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
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Vishti
Same day 05:05 Same day 16:52
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Bava
Same day 16:52 Next day 04:51
Vishti (Bhadra) karana — traditionally avoided for important new work; routine tasks are fine.
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Sunday, August 16, 2026