
Today's Panchang 19th August 2026, Wednesday," Pratham Chaturmas 26th Day ",Bhadra"," Tulsidas Jayanti"
Namaskar, the Panchang for Wednesday, 19 August 2026, along with special yogas, scriptural verses, mantra chanting, and simple evening remedies.
Today's Panchang
Today falls in the holy month of Shravan, year 2082 Kalyukt, Vikram Samvat, during Shukla Paksha. The weekday is Wednesday. Saptami Tithi will remain until 7:19 PM, after which Ashtami Tithi will begin. Swati Nakshatra will remain until 6:46 AM, followed by Vishakha Nakshatra. Brahma Yoga will remain until 3:44 AM on 20 August, after which Indra Yoga will begin. Gara Karana will remain until 6:30 AM, followed by Vanija until 7:19 PM, and then Vishti Karana will begin.
Scriptural Verse and Importance of the Panchang
Tithishcha Shriyamapnoti Varadayushyawardhanam
Nakshatradhharate Papam Yogadroganiwaaranam
Karanatkaryasidhistu Panchanga Phalamuuttamam
This verse means that the Tithi brings prosperity, the Vara increases lifespan, the Nakshatra removes sins, the Yoga pacifies illness and obstacles, and the Karana brings success in work. Therefore, planning the day according to the Panchang is extremely beneficial.
Scriptural Verse for the Day of the Week
Priyangukalikaashyamam Rupenapratimam Budham
Saumyam Saumyagunopetam Tam Budham Pranamamyaham
Today is Wednesday. This verse is a salutation to Mercury. Chanting it brings intellect, power of speech, writing ability, business acumen, communication, education, and wisdom. Chanting the Mercury mantra, worshipping Lord Ganesha, and donating green colored items are considered especially auspicious on Wednesdays.
Scriptural Verse for the Tithi
Saptamyam Bhaskaram Pujyam Arogyam Tejovardhanam
Sarvapapaharam Nityam Sarvasaubhagyadayakam
Today is Saptami Tithi. This tithi is considered auspicious for Sun worship, health, increasing radiance, and good fortune. After Ashtami begins, the time becomes even more favorable for Shiva Shakti worship, remembrance of Goddess Durga, and courage-related activities.
Scriptural Verse for the Nakshatra
Svatyam Vayuh Prashastashcha Svatantrataagatipradah
Vishakhayam Indragnee Devau Shaktibalpradayakau
Until morning, Swati Nakshatra is active, symbolizing independent thinking, air energy, communication, business opportunities, and self-reliance. After that, Vishakha Nakshatra begins, whose ruling deities are Indra and Agni. This nakshatra is considered a symbol of focused goals, determination, enthusiasm, inner strength, and the drive to achieve success.
Scriptural Verse for the Yoga
Brahmayoge Kritam Karma Gyanavriddhikaram Param
Indrayoge Kritam Karma Aishwaryam Yashadam Shubham
Today Brahma Yoga is active, which is considered extremely auspicious for knowledge, study, mantra chanting, Guru blessings, and spiritual contemplation. After that, Indra Yoga will begin, which is considered a bestower of prosperity, fame, power, and leadership.
Scriptural Significance for Karana
Karanatkaryasiddhih Syat
Gara Karana is considered auspicious for family and general activities. Vanija Karana is favorable for business, transactions, and thoughtful decisions. After Vishti Karana begins, it is advisable to avoid starting new auspicious activities.
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Special Observances Today
Today is the 26th day of the first Chaturmas. Chaturmas is an extremely excellent time for spiritual practice, discipline, chanting, austerities, fasting, and devotion.
Today is the sacred day of Tulsidas Jayanti. The great poet saint Goswami Tulsidas composed the Shri Ramcharitmanas, Hanuman Chalisa, and many other devotional texts. On his Jayanti, remembering Ram, reciting Hanuman Chalisa, reading the Ramcharitmanas, and meditating on God with devotion will be especially fruitful. Taking inspiration from his life and resolving to walk the path of devotion, service, and truth is very appropriate today.
Bhadra will remain from 7:19 PM until 5:53 AM on 20 August. During Bhadra, marriage, housewarming, auspicious beginnings, and important ceremonial activities should be avoided.
Vinchhudo will remain from 2:30 AM to 5:53 AM on 20 August. This is also considered an inauspicious period during which ceremonial activities and important new beginnings should be avoided.
Ravi Yoga will be from 5:52 AM to 6:46 AM. Although brief, this is a powerful yoga. Chanting, Sun Arghya, and resolutions made during this time are believed to yield swift results.
Aadal Yoga will be from 6:46 AM until 5:53 AM on 20 August. Starting important new activities during this yoga is considered inadvisable.
Vidal Yoga will be from 5:52 AM to 6:46 AM. During this time, chanting, meditation, and peace recitation are considered more beneficial.
Auspicious Timings
Since today is Wednesday, Abhijit Muhurta is not available. Vijay Muhurta will be from 2:35 PM to 3:28 PM. Amrit Kaal will be from 11:28 PM until 1:13 AM on 20 August. Ravi Yoga will be from 5:52 AM to 6:46 AM.
Scriptural Verse for Auspicious Timings
Vijaye Tu Kritam Karma Jayadam Syannam Sanshayah
Raviyoge Kritam Karma Sarvadoshavinas hanam
This means that work done during Vijay Muhurta gives success and victory. Work done during Ravi Yoga destroys defects and bestows radiance and accomplishment.
Inauspicious Timings
Rahu Kaal will be from 12:25 PM to 2:03 PM. Vidal Yoga will be from 5:52 AM to 6:46 AM. Aadal Yoga will be from 6:46 AM until 5:53 AM on 20 August. Bhadra will be from 7:19 PM until 5:53 AM on 20 August. Vinchhudo will be from 2:30 AM to 5:53 AM on 20 August.
Scriptural Verse for Inauspicious Timings
Rahukale Na Kurveet Yatram Mangalakarma Cha
Bhadrayam Varjayet Karma Navakaryapraveshanam
This means that during Rahu Kaal, Bhadra, Aadal Yoga, and Vinchhudo, new beginnings, travel, marriage, and auspicious activities should be avoided.
Direction Shool and Vedic Remedy
Today the directional affliction is in the North.
Scriptural Verse for Direction Shool Remedy
Budhe Uttaragamane Dhanyam Bhakshanam Shubhapradam
Dishashulavinashaya Yatrasiddhipradam Smritam
This means that on Wednesday, consuming grain such as whole coriander or barley before traveling in the northern direction reduces the effects of directional affliction and makes the journey safer and more successful.
Special Qualities of Today's Nakshatra
Until morning, Swati Nakshatra will be active, symbolizing independent thinking, air energy, communication, business opportunities, and self-reliance. After that, the influence of Vishakha Nakshatra will prevail, which symbolizes focused goals, hard work, enthusiasm, inner strength, and determination to achieve success. Under this nakshatra, a person who works with firm resolve has a greater chance of success.
Special Mantra Chanting for Today
For Wednesday chant Om Bum Budhaya Namah.
For Saptami Tithi chant Om Ghrini Suryaya Namah.
After Ashtami begins chant Om Durgayai Namah or Om Shivayai Namah.
For Swati Nakshatra chant Om Vayave Namah.
For Vishakha Nakshatra chant Om Indragnibhyam Namah.
For Brahma Yoga chant Om Brahmanay Namah.
For Indra Yoga chant Om Indraya Namah.
On the occasion of Tulsidas Jayanti chant Om Namo Bhagavate Ramaya and Om Hanumate Namah.
Special Mantras for Shravan Month
Om Namah Shivaya
Om Hreem Namah Shivaya
Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
If possible, chant any one of these mantras 108 times.
Evening Worship Guidance
This evening, light a ghee lamp in your home temple. Offer water, bel leaves, and white flowers to Lord Shiva. Since it is Wednesday, offer durva grass and modak to Lord Ganesha. On the occasion of Tulsidas Jayanti, light a jasmine oil lamp before Lord Hanuman and recite Hanuman Chalisa. Offering water to the Sun God from a copper vessel before sunset is also auspicious.
Special Evening Mantras
Chant Om Namah Shivaya 108 times.
Recite the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 11, 21, or 108 times.
Chant Om Namo Bhagavate Ramaya.
Chant Om Hanumate Namah.
Chant Om Bum Budhaya Namah.
Recommended Stotra Recitation
Hanuman Chalisa
Any doha or chaupai from Ramcharitmanas
Shiva Panchakshara Stotra
Rudrashtakam
Aditya Hridaya Stotra
If time is limited, reciting Hanuman Chalisa, Om Namah Shivaya, and Om Namo Bhagavate Ramaya is sufficient.
Simple and Effective Home Remedies
On this Tulsidas Jayanti, write the name of Ram on a Tulsi leaf or while remembering Ram's name offer it to God. This is a very simple and effective remedy for mental peace, home protection, and positive energy.
If there is mental stress, heaviness, or repeated negative thoughts at home, burn camphor and cloves and move it around the house, then recite Hanuman Chalisa. This purifies the environment.
If you desire success in intellect, writing, business, or examinations, offer green durva grass and jaggery to Lord Ganesha during Wednesday evening and chant Om Bum Budhaya Namah 21 times. This is considered a simple remedy for increasing intellect and power of speech.
If there are financial obstacles at home, under the influence of Vishakha Nakshatra, offer Tulsi leaves and yellow flowers to Lord Vishnu during the evening and chant Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.
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