October 19, 2026 Panchang: Ashtami and Navami

New Delhi, October 19, 2026: Monday marks an important day during Sharad Navratri, with Maha Ashtami observed in the morning and Navami Tithi beginning later in the day. According to the New Delhi Panchang, Ashtami ends at approximately 10:52 AM, followed by Navami. Devotees may worship Goddess Mahagauri on Ashtami and Goddess Siddhidatri in connection with Navami observances. Kanya Pujan and other Navratri rituals should be performed according to the family's tradition and the locally applicable muhurat.

📅 Today's Panchang — October 19, 2026

• Day: Monday
• Hindu Month: Ashwin
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Ashtami until approximately 10:52 AM, followed by Navami
• Navami Ends: Approximately 12:50 PM on October 20
• Nakshatra: Uttara Ashadha until approximately 3:39 PM, followed by Shravana
• Yoga: Dhriti until approximately 12:36 AM on October 20
• Karana: Bava until approximately 10:52 AM
• Moon Sign: Capricorn
• Sun Sign: Libra
• Season: Sharad (autumn)
• Special Observances: Maha Ashtami, Navami-related worship and Kanya Pujan

🌸 Auspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Brahma Muhurta: 4:48 AM – 5:36 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:43 AM – 12:29 PM
• Sunrise: 6:24 AM
• Sunset: 5:48 PM
• Ashtami Kanya Pujan: Some Panchang listings give approximately 8:29 AM – 10:16 AM.
• Navami Worship: The Abhijit Muhurta is approximately 11:43 AM – 12:29 PM.

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Rahu Kaal: 7:50 AM – 9:15 AM
• Yamaganda: 10:41 AM – 12:06 PM
• Gulika Kaal: 1:31 PM – 2:57 PM

🕉️ Today's Remedy

Devotees can worship Goddess Mahagauri on Maha Ashtami and offer prayers to Goddess Siddhidatri for Navami. Flowers, fruits and sweets may be offered according to family tradition. Those observing Kanya Pujan can respectfully serve a meal to young girls and offer gifts. Maintain cleanliness and follow the customs traditionally observed in your household.

Important: Ashtami and Navami timings overlap across the two calendar dates in 2026. Ritual practices can differ by region and family tradition. The timings above refer to New Delhi; verify them with a local Panchang before performing an important ceremony.