Aaj Ka Panchang, January 2, 2026: Today is the Chaturdashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon), which falls a day before the full moon, and is considered highly auspicious and fruitful from a religious
perspective. This day is considered auspicious for worship, charity, and the accomplishment of desired tasks. The influence of the Mrigashira Nakshatra will enhance curiosity, creativity, and learning. This Nakshatra is favorable for travel, starting new projects, and expanding friendships. Karan Vanija makes this day auspicious for business transactions, investments, and financial planning. Shukla Yoga indicates success and progress.
Sunrise will be at 7:20:51 AM and sunset at 6:06:26 PM. The Moon is transiting in Gemini, which strengthens intelligence, communication, and practicality. Today will enhance mental agility, communication skills, and decision-making. This is the auspicious period of the month of Paush, which is considered suitable for penance, meditation, and spiritual progress. Today will be an excellent day for fasting, meditation, and worshipping God.
Overall, January 2, 2026, will be filled with confidence, balance, and accomplishments. This day is auspicious for personal growth, financial prosperity, and family harmony. Good deeds and good intentions made today will yield positive results in the days to come.
- Tithi: Shukla Chaturdashi
- Nakshatra: Mrigshira
- Karana: Vanija
- Paksha: Shukla-Paksha
- Yoga: Shukla till 01:07:04 PM
- Day: Friday
Sun & Moon Calculations
- Sun Rise: 07:20:51 AM
- Sun Set: 06:06:26 PM
- Moon Rise: 04:54:17 PM
- Moon Set: 06:09:19 AM
- Moon Sign: Gemini
- Ritu: Hemant
Hindu Month & Year
- Shaka Samvat: 1947
- Vikram Samvat: 2082
- Month Amanta: Pausha
- Month Purnimanta: Pausha
Inauspicious Timings (Ashubh Muhurat)
- Rahu Kaal: 11:22:57 AM to 12:43:38 PM
- Yamaganda: 03:25:02 PM to 04:45:44 PM
- Gulika Kaal: 08:41:33 AM to 10:02:15 AM
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
- Abhijit: 12:22:00 PM to 01:04:00 PM
(The author Chirag Daruwalla is the son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla).











