17 August 2026 Panchang: Nag Panchami, Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings

17 August 2026 Panchang: Nag Panchami, Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings

New Delhi, 17 August 2026: Monday, 17 August 2026, is spiritually significant as it coincides with Nag Panchami during the holy month of Shravan. According to the Hindu Panchang, today is Shukla Paksha Panchami, with Chitra Nakshatra and Shubh Yoga. Devotees can worship Lord Shiva and Nag Devta and seek blessings for peace, prosperity and family well-being. Here is the complete Panchang, including Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, auspicious timings, Rahu Kaal and today's religious remedies.

📅 Today's Panchang — 17 August 2026

• Day: Monday
• Month: Shravan
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Panchami, until approximately 5:00 PM; Shashthi begins thereafter
• Nakshatra: Chitra, until approximately 4:58 AM on 18 August
• Yoga: Shubh Yoga, until approximately 3:30 AM on 18 August
• Karana: Balava until approximately 5:00 PM, followed by Kaulava
• Moon Sign: Virgo
• Season: Monsoon
• Sunrise: Approximately 5:51 AM
• Sunset: Approximately 6:59 PM

🐍 Nag Panchami 2026

Nag Panchami is being observed on 17 August 2026. The festival is traditionally dedicated to the worship of Nag Devta. Devotees may offer prayers to Nag Devta and worship Lord Shiva. According to Hindu religious beliefs, worship on Nag Panchami is associated with protection, peace and family prosperity.

Since the day is also Monday, Lord Shiva worship has additional religious significance.

🌸 Auspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Brahma Muhurta: 4:15 AM – 5:03 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:59 AM – 12:51 PM
• Amrit Kaal: Approximately 10:16 PM – 11:56 PM
• Amrit Choghadiya: 5:51 AM – 7:29 AM
• Amrit Choghadiya: 5:20 PM – 6:59 PM

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Rahu Kaal: 7:29 AM – 9:08 AM
• Yamaganda: 10:46 AM – 12:25 PM
• Gulika Kaal: 2:03 PM – 3:41 PM
• Varjyam: Approximately 12:38 PM – 2:19 PM

People traditionally avoid beginning important auspicious activities during Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulika Kaal.

🕉️ Today's Religious Remedy

On Nag Panchami, devotees can perform Jal Abhishek of Lord Shiva and chant “Om Namah Shivaya” 108 times. A lamp can be lit before Lord Shiva or Nag Devta while praying for family peace, protection and prosperity.

✨ Significance of 17 August 2026

The combination of Monday, Shravan month and Nag Panchami makes 17 August 2026 religiously significant. Monday is traditionally dedicated to Lord Shiva, while Shravan is considered an important month for Shiva worship. Panchami Tithi remains active until the evening, making the day especially relevant for Nag Panchami-related prayers and rituals.

Disclaimer: Panchang timings can vary by location and calculation method by a few minutes. For important religious ceremonies, devotees should verify the exact timings with their local Panchang or priest.