
Today's Panchang 20th August 2026, Thursday," Pratham Chaturmas 27th Day ",Masik Durga Ashtami"," Sarvartha Siddhi Yog"
Namaskar, the daily Panchang for Thursday, 20 August 2026, along with special scriptural verses, astrological combinations, mantra sadhana, and simple evening remedies.
Today's Panchang
Today falls in the holy month of Shravan, year 2082 Kalyukt, Vikram Samvat, during Shukla Paksha. Today is Thursday. Ashtami Tithi will remain until 9:18 PM, after which Navami Tithi will begin. Vishakha Nakshatra will remain until 9:08 AM, followed by Anuradha Nakshatra. Indra Yoga will continue until 4:25 AM on 21 August, after which Vaidhriti Yoga will begin. Vishti Karana will remain until 8:15 AM, followed by Bava Karana until 9:18 PM, and then Balava Karana.
Scriptural Verse and Importance of the Panchang Combination
Titheshcha Shriyamapnoti Varadayushyavardhanam
Nakshatradharate Papam Yogadroganivaranam
Karanatkaryasiddhistu Panchangaphalamuttamam
The meaning of this scriptural verse is that knowledge of the Tithi brings prosperity and wealth, the Vara increases lifespan and strength, the Nakshatra removes sins, the Yoga grants relief from diseases and troubles, and the Karana ensures the desired success in endeavors. The harmonious balance of these five limbs of the Panchang brings stability and growth to life.
Scriptural Verse for the Day of the Week
Devanam Cha Rishinam Cha Gurum Kanchanasannibham
Buddhibhutam Trilokesham Tam Namami Brihaspatim
Today, Thursday, is dedicated to Devaguru Brihaspati. This verse enhances the grace of the Guru, knowledge, learning, righteous conduct, marital harmony, and wisdom.
Scriptural Verse for the Tithi
Ashtamyam Pujayeddevim Sarvakamaphalapradam
Durgam Trailokyajananim Sarvashatruvinashinim
Today is the Maha Ashtami of Shukla Paksha, known as Masik Durgashtami. This tithi is considered supreme for worshipping Goddess Durga, awakening inner strength, dispelling fear, and overcoming obstacles created by adversaries.
Scriptural Verse for the Nakshatra Combination
Vishakhayam Indragni Mitronuradhadhipah Smritah
Ubhabhyam Sarvakaryanam Siddhirbhavati Nishchita
In the morning hours, Vishakha Nakshatra paves the path for achieving goals, and after that, Anuradha Nakshatra, under the influence of the deity Mitra, brings friendship, harmony, mutual support, and stability in work.
Scriptural Significance for Yoga and Karana
Indrayoge Kritam Karma Aishwaryavijayapradam
Karanatkaryasiddhih Syat Sarvabadhavinashini
Indra Yoga enhances respect, prestige, and authority. New auspicious initiatives should be avoided during Vishti Karana, while Bava and Balava Karana support the accomplishment of auspicious and constructive actions.
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Special Observances and Their Significance
Today is the 27th day of the first Chaturmas. During Chaturmas, self-study, restraint, mantra chanting, and divine worship yield endless spiritual merit.
Today is the sacred fast of Masik Durgashtami. Worshipping Goddess Durga, offering lamps, and reciting the Durga Saptashati on this day removes all crises from life and brings peace and prosperity to the home.
Bhadra will remain from 5:53 AM to 8:15 AM. Auspicious and new undertakings should not be initiated during the Bhadra period.
Vinchhudo will remain throughout the entire day. In Vedic astrology, this is considered a sensitive period, so exercise care during major new agreements and auspicious beginnings.
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga will remain from 9:08 AM until 5:53 AM on 21 August. This is an extremely powerful and auspicious yoga during which mantra chanting, penance, auspicious purchases, and spiritual resolutions yield swift results.
Aadal Yoga will remain from 5:53 AM to 9:08 AM. During this time, it is best to avoid starting new ventures and focus on regular prayers.
Auspicious Timings
Abhijit Muhurta is from 11:58 AM to 12:50 PM. Vijay Muhurta is from 2:35 PM to 3:27 PM. Amrit Kaal is from 12:17 AM to 2:04 AM on 21 August. Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is from 9:08 AM until 5:53 AM on 21 August.
Inauspicious Timings
Rahu Kaal is from 2:02 PM to 3:40 PM. Aadal Yoga is from 5:53 AM to 9:08 AM. Bhadra is from 5:53 AM to 8:15 AM. Vinchhudo will remain throughout the day.
Direction Shool and Vedic Remedy
Today, being Thursday, the directional affliction is in the South.
Scriptural Verse for Direction Shool Remedy
Gurau Dakshinagamane Jirakam Bhakshanam Shubham
Dishashulavinashaya Yatrasiddhipradam Smritam
The meaning is that consuming cumin seeds before setting out toward the South on Thursday neutralizes the defect of Direction Shool and makes the journey successful and obstacle-free.
Special Qualities of Today's Nakshatra
Vishakha Nakshatra remains until 9:08 AM, inspiring energy, effort, goal orientation, and firm determination. Thereafter, Anuradha Nakshatra begins, ruled by Saturn and presided over by the deity Mitra. Anuradha Nakshatra is considered very favorable for friendship, harmony, foresight, spiritual practice, and the study of esoteric subjects. Today is especially favorable for improving relationships and spiritual growth.
Special Mantra Chanting for Today
For Thursday chant Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah.
For Masik Durgashtami chant Om Dum Durgayai Namah. You can also chant Sarvamangala Mangalye Shive Sarvartha Sadhike, Sharanye Tryambake Gauri Narayani Namostute.
For Vishakha Nakshatra chant Om Indragnibhyam Namah.
For Anuradha Nakshatra chant Om Mitraya Namah.
For Indra Yoga chant Om Indraya Namah.
For Karana peace chant Om Gam Ganapataye Namah.
Special Mantras for Shravan Month
Om Namah Shivaya
Om Hreem Namah Shivaya
Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
Please chant any of these mantras at least 108 times.
Evening Worship and Special Sadhana
In the evening, definitely light a lamp of cow ghee in your home temple. Because of Masik Durgashtami, offer red flowers, a pair of cloves, and batasha to Goddess Durga. Offer water, raw milk, bel leaves, and white sandalwood to Lord Shiva. Offer split chickpeas or yellow flowers for Devaguru Brihaspati.
Special Evening Mantras
Chant Om Dum Durgayai Namah 108 times.
Chant Om Namah Shivaya 108 times.
Recite the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 11, 21, or 108 times.
Chant Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah 28 times.
Recommended Evening Stotra Recitations
Durga Chalisa
Argala and Keelaka Stotra from Durga Saptashati
Shiva Panchakshara Stotra
Rudrashtakam
Brihaspati Stotra
Simple Home Remedies with Available Items
Today on Durgashtami, take two whole cloves and one batasha, place them on a piece of camphor, and burn them before Goddess Durga in the evening. This remedy removes negative energy from the house and purifies the atmosphere.
If experiencing financial stringency or obstacles in business, place a piece of turmeric, split chickpeas, and a coin in a yellow cloth, offer it at the feet of Goddess Durga and Lord Vishnu, and the next day keep it in your safe or wealth area.
If there is inner restlessness or unknown fear, offer a little Ganga water and unbroken rice grains to the Shivling while chanting Om Namah Shivaya 21 times.
To enhance peace and harmony in the family, fumigate the entire house with guggul or loban and camphor during the evening.
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