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Tithi Pratipada
Nakshatra Shatataraka
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Sunrise 07:06
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Sunset 18:39
Rahukaal 12:53 - 14:19

Today's Outlook

Best Day

🪔 Panchang Details

Date
18 Febr 2026
Weekday
Wednesday
Tithi
Pratipada
Nakshatra
Shatataraka
Yoga
Shiva 22:45
Karana
Baalava 28:32

Timings

Sunrise
07:06
Sunset
18:39
Moonrise
07:31
Moonset
19:36
Rahukaal
12:53 - 14:19
Braahma Muhurta
05:30

📅 Calendar Info

Shaka
1947
Sanvatsara
Vishvaavasu
Ayana
Uttarayana
Ritu
Vasanta Rutu
Maasa
Phaalguna
Paksha
Shukla

Planetary Positions

Chandra Rashi
Kumbha
Ravi Rashi Nakshatra
Kumbha - Dhanishthaa
Guru Rashi
Mithuna
Shukra Rashi
Kumbha
Rashi Pravesha
No rashi pravesha

🎯 Festivals & Vratas

  • Chandradarshan (19:36 till)
  • Muhurt 15 Mahargha
  • Meenaaayan 21:21
  • Saur Vasant Rutu Praarambh
  • Ishti
  • Pratipada Shraaddha

📖 About Today's Panchang

Tithi Details

On 18 February 2026, the Panchang for Mumbai shows Pratipada tithi during Shukla of the Hindu month Phaalguna. The karana for this period is . The tithi is the lunar day in the Hindu calendar, determined by the angular distance between the Sun and Moon. Each tithi has unique characteristics that influence the suitability of various activities, rituals, and ceremonies.

Nakshatra & Yoga

The nakshatra (lunar mansion) for today is Shatataraka, and the yoga is . The Moon is positioned in . Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions through which the Moon travels, each governing different aspects of life. The yoga, formed by the combined longitude of the Sun and Moon, adds another layer of auspiciousness to the day's activities.

Auspicious & Inauspicious Timings

Sunrise in Mumbai is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:39. Moonrise occurs at 07:31 and moonset at 19:36. Brahma Muhurta, traditionally regarded as the most auspicious time for spiritual practices, meditation, and study, begins at 05:30. Rahu Kaal, considered an inauspicious period best avoided for starting new ventures or important undertakings, falls during 12:53 - 14:19.

Day Guidance

Based on the overall panchang analysis, this day is rated as "Best Day". Best Day The Date Panchang has been providing accurate panchang calculations based on traditional Hindu astronomical methods since 1916. Consult this daily panchang to align your important events, pujas, muhurtas, and daily activities with favorable cosmic timings.

Festivals & Vratas

Today's festivals and observances include Chandradarshan (19:36 till), Muhurt 15 Mahargha, Meenaaayan 21:21, Saur Vasant Rutu Praarambh, Ishti, Pratipada Shraaddha. These occasions hold special cultural and spiritual significance in the Hindu calendar and are traditionally observed with specific rituals, prayers, and customs. Refer to the detailed panchang information above for precise timings of these observances.