Chaitra Navratri
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Nine nights dedicated to the nine forms of the goddess Durga, beginning the Hindu lunar new year. Marked by fasting, prayer, and devotional music.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
Shukla Pratipada
Prev day17:21Same day14:11
Shukla Dvitiya
Same day14:11Next day10:49
Pratipada — the first day. Considered auspicious for beginnings and laying foundations.
Saturday
Saturday — ruled by Saturn. A disciplined, slow-moving day; good for completing pending work, less so for fresh starts.
- AmantaVaishakhaPurnimantaVaishakha
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Ashwini
Prev day12:01Same day09:42
Bharani
Same day09:42Next day07:09
Light nakshatra — suited for swift, light activities — short trips, communications.
Priti
Same day03:44Same day23:55
Ayushman
Same day23:55Next day20:00
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
Bava
Same day03:48Same day14:11
Balava
Same day14:11Next day00:31
A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026