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Aaj Ka Panchang 18 October 2026: Navratri Saptami, Sunday Fast and Auspicious Timings
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News18•18-10-2026, 05:02
Aaj Ka Panchang 18 October 2026: Navratri Saptami, Sunday Fast and Auspicious Timings
- •Today is the eighth day of Navratri, observed alongside the Sunday fast and worship of Lord Surya.
- •Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga begins today at 12:49 PM and lasts until 6:24 AM the following morning, bringing success to performed tasks.
- •Bhadra is active from 08:27 AM until night and resides in Patal Loka.
- •Sunday fast observers should avoid salt, consume sweet food after sunset, and donate items like wheat, copper, and red fruits.
- •Sunrise is at 06:24 AM and sunset at 05:49 PM, with Abhijit Muhurta falling between 11:43 AM and 12:29 PM.
Key Questions Answered
On October 18, 2026, observing the Sunday fast involves avoiding salt, eating sweet food after sunset, and worshiping Lord Surya to improve health, status, and erase horoscope afflictions, while performing rituals like reciting the Surya Chalisa and chanting mantras.
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga starts at 12:49 PM on October 18, 2026, and lasts until 6:24 AM the next morning. Other auspicious timings include Abhijit Muhurta from 11:43 AM to 12:29 PM and Brahma Muhurta from 04:43 AM to 05:33 AM.
On October 18, 2026, Rahu Kaal runs from 04:23 PM to 05:49 PM, and Bhadra lasts from 08:27 AM until night with its residence in Patal Loka. Additionally, there is a Disha Shool towards the West, so travel in that direction should be avoided.
