Today is Thursday, 23 April 2026, corresponding to the Shukla Paksha Saptami tithi in the Hindu month of Vaishakha. This day is particularly auspicious as it marks Ganga Saptami, the day Goddess Ganga descended to Earth.
📅 Key Panchang Details
| Attribute | Details |
| Tithi | Shukla Saptami (up to 08:49 PM), followed by Ashtami |
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu (up to 08:57 PM), then Pushya |
| Yoga | Dhriti (up to 03:32 AM, Apr 24) |
| Karana | Vanija (up to 08:49 PM), then Vishti (Bhadra) |
| Rashi | Moon in Mithuna (Gemini) until 03:13 PM, then Karka (Cancer) |
| Vikram Samvat | 2083 (Siddharthi) |
⚡ Shubh Muhurat (Auspicious Timings)
Planning important tasks during these windows is traditionally believed to bring success:
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Abhijit Muhurat: 11:59 AM to 12:50 PM
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Amrit Kaal: 06:40 PM to 08:11 PM
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Brahma Muhurta: 04:26 AM to 05:14 AM
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Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga: 06:03 AM to 08:57 PM (Excellent for new ventures/purchases)
⚠️ Ashubh Kaal (Inauspicious Timings)
It is generally advised to avoid starting new projects or financial transactions during these periods:
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Rahu Kaal: 02:00 PM to 03:36 PM
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Yamaganda: 06:03 AM to 07:38 AM
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Gulika Kaal: 09:14 AM to 10:49 AM
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Dur Muhurtam: 10:17 AM to 11:08 AM and 03:23 PM to 04:14 PM
🌊 Festival Spotlight: Ganga Saptami
Today is celebrated as Ganga Saptami (also known as Ganga Pujan). Devotees believe that taking a holy dip in the Ganges today washes away sins and brings prosperity. Since today is a Thursday (Guruvar) and the Punarvasu nakshatra is active, it is considered a powerful day for spiritual practices and seeking wisdom.
Note: Timings are based on IST (New Delhi). Small variations may occur depending on your specific city or geographical coordinates.
