Aaj Ka Panchang, 18 October, 2023: Tithi, Vrat, Rahu Kaal, and Other Details – News18

AAJ KA PANCHANG, OCTOBER 18, 2023: The Chaturthi Tithi and Panchami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha will be observed on Wednesday, October 18, according to Drik Panchang. On this day, devotees will observe two religious festivals namely, Tula Sankranti and Vinayaka Chaturthi. The day that follows the new moon, or Amavasya, in the bright fortnight of the lunar month, is celebrated as Vinayaka Chaturthi, also known as Varad Vinayaka Chaturthi.

The term “Varad” signifies the act of seeking the fulfilment of one’s wishes from the divine. This festival involves invoking Lord Ganesha, who bestows wisdom and patience upon those who faithfully observe this fast. Ganesha Puja on Vinayaka Chaturthi takes place in the afternoon, marking midday according to the Hindu calendar.

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Read the tithi, auspicious and inauspicious timings of the day. This will not only help you overcome all the problems coming your way but will also let you acquire valuable insights for your day ahead.

SUNRISE, SUNSET, MOONRISE, AND MOONSET ON OCTOBER 18

The sunrise is expected around 6:23 AM while sunset is slated to occur at 5:49 PM. Moreover, the moonrise is scheduled to take place at 9:41 AM and is anticipated to be set at 8:05 PM on October 18.

TITHI, NAKSHATRA, AND RASHI DETAILS FOR OCTOBER 18

The Chaturthi Tithi is expected to continue until 1:12 AM on October 19, followed by the beginning of the Panchami Tithi. The auspicious Anuradha Nakshatra is set to occur until 9:01 PM, post which the Jyeshtha Nakshatra will take place. The sun is slated to be observed in Tula Rashi while the moon is projected to be seen in the Vrishchika Rashi on October 18.

SHUBH MUHURAT FOR OCTOBER 18

The shubh muhurat timings are as follows: The Brahma Muhurta, which is considered lucky for important activities, is slated to occur from 4:43 AM to 5:33 AM, while the Pratah Sandhya is scheduled to take place between 5:08 AM and 6:23 AM. The Godhuli Muhurat is anticipated to occur from 5:49 PM to 6:14 PM. Another auspicious time, called the Nishita Muhurta, is scheduled to commence between 11:41 PM and 12:32 AM on October 19.

ASHUBH MUHURAT FOR OCTOBER 18

The ashubh muhurat timings are as follows: Rahu Kalam is scheduled to occur from 12:06 PM to 1:32 PM. Meanwhile, the Yamaganda Muhurta is expected to take place between 7:49 AM and 9:15 AM. The Gulikai Kalam is slated to occur from 10:40 AM to 12:06 PM. The Dur Muhurtam is predicted to commence from 11:43 AM to 12:29 PM while the Baana Muhurta indicates the presence of Mrityu from 1:52 AM on October 19 to full night.