The Chaturthi tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha is set to be a special one this year. On Thursday, June 18, 2026, devotees will observe the Vinayak Shri Ganesh Chaturthi fast, and on the very same day a rare Guru Pushya Yoga is forming, a combination considered highly rewarding for purchases and auspicious undertakings. According to astrologer Acharya Indu Prakash, the day brings together the tithi, nakshatra and several siddhi yogas at once. Here is the complete panchang for Thursday, including the auspicious muhurats, Rahukaal and the timings for sunrise and sunset.
The Tithi and the Significance of the Vrat
June 18 falls on the Chaturthi tithi of the Shuddh Jyeshtha Shukla Paksha, which stays in effect until 6:59 PM in the evening. It is on this Chaturthi that the Vinayak Shri Ganesh Chaturthi fast is kept, during which devotees worship Lord Ganesha, praying for the removal of obstacles and the fulfilment of their wishes. The day begins under the Pushya Nakshatra, which remains until 11:33 AM, before noon.
Panchang for June 18, 2026
- Chaturthi Tithi (Shuddh Jyeshtha Shukla Paksha): until 6:59 PM on June 18, 2026
- Guru Pushya Yoga: from 6:01 AM to 11:32 AM on June 18, 2026
- Pushya Nakshatra: until 11:33 AM, before noon, on June 18, 2026
- Special: Vinayak Shri Ganesh Chaturthi Vrat
Auspicious Muhurats of the Day
Several auspicious yogas line up together on Thursday, including the Amrit Siddhi Yoga, the Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga and the Ravi Yoga. All three run within the same morning window, making the start of the day especially favourable.
- Brahma Muhurat: 04:35 AM to 05:18 AM
- Abhijit Muhurat: 12:13 PM to 01:06 PM
- Vijay Muhurat: 02:52 PM to 03:46 PM
- Godhuli Muhurat: 07:17 PM to 07:38 PM
- Amrit Siddhi Yoga: 06:01 AM to 11:32 AM
- Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga: 06:01 AM to 11:32 AM
- Ravi Yoga: 06:01 AM to 11:32 AM
Rahukaal Timings Across Major Cities
Rahukaal is regarded as an inauspicious period, and it is advised to avoid starting any new or auspicious work during this window. Since the timing differs from city to city, follow the schedule for your own city.
- Delhi: 02:07 PM to 03:52 PM
- Mumbai: 02:19 PM to 03:59 PM
- Chandigarh: 02:10 PM to 03:56 PM
- Lucknow: 01:51 PM to 03:35 PM
- Bhopal: 02:03 PM to 03:45 PM
- Kolkata: 01:19 PM to 03:00 PM
- Ahmedabad: 02:22 PM to 04:04 PM
- Chennai: 01:47 PM to 03:23 PM
Sunrise and Sunset
- Sunrise: 05:23 AM
- Sunset: 07:20 PM
(Acharya Indu Prakash is a well-known astrologer in the country with long experience in Vastu, palmistry and astrology. You can watch his predictions on TrendKia every morning at 7.30.)
