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News India Live, Digital Desk: With the beginning of Vaishakh month, the sequence of religious festivals has also intensified. Today i.e. 20th April 2026 is the Chaturthi date of Vaishakh Shukla Paksha, which is being celebrated with devotion as ‘Vinayak Chaturthi’. According to the scriptures, worshiping Lord Ganesha on this day removes all the obstacles in life and brings happiness and prosperity. If you are planning to do any auspicious work today, then before doing that definitely look at today’s almanac and the position of the planets.
Importance and worship method of Vinayak Chaturthi
The day of Vinayaka Chaturthi is dedicated to the Siddhivinayak form of Lord Ganesha. Devotees observe a fast on this day and special worship of Lord Ganesha is done in the afternoon. It is believed that the person who serves Bappa with true heart on this day gets success in his work and gets the desired results. Chanting the mantra ‘Om Gan Ganpataye Namah’ and offering Durva during the puja is considered especially fruitful.
Today’s Auspicious Timings
It is essential to know the auspicious time to start any auspicious work. The main auspicious moments of today’s day are as follows:
wee hours: From 04:22 to 05:06 in the morning.
Abhijeet Muhurat: From 11:54 to 12:46 in the afternoon (this time is best for auspicious works).
Amrit Kaal: From 05:40 to 07:12 in the evening.
Vijay Muhurta: From 02:30 to 03:22 in the afternoon.
Rahukaal and inauspicious times: Do not do these things even by mistake
In astrology, Rahukaal is considered inauspicious, there is a possibility of obstruction in the work started during this period.
Rahukaal: From 07:27 to 09:04 in the morning.
Gulik period: From 01:56 to 03:33 in the afternoon.
Yamaganda: From 10:41 am to 12:19 pm.
Keep in mind that one should avoid starting any new business or important deal during Rahukaal.
Position of Nakshatra and Yoga
Today there will be ‘Rohini’ constellation, which is considered very auspicious and creative in astrology. Talking about Yoga, today ‘Saubhagya’ Yoga is being formed, which as per the name will give good luck and success. Today the Moon will be in Taurus, which is a symbol of mental peace and stability. Sun God will show the effect of his high position by staying in Aries.
