AAJ KA PANCHANG, AUGUST 18, 2024: The Chaturdashi Tithi and Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha are said to occur on Sunday, August 18, as per Drik Panchang. The Shukla Chaturdashi is considered inauspicious for commencing any significant activities and is listed among the Ashubh Muhurat timings. On the other hand, Shukla Purnima is considered favourable and is listed among the Shubh Muhurta timings. There are no important festivals that will be observed on this day.

It is important to consider tithi, auspicious times and inauspicious timings before beginning any activity at home or in the office for a smooth process.

SUNRISE, SUNSET, MOONRISE, AND MOONSET ON AUGUST 18

The sunrise is projected at 5:52 AM, while the sunset is expected at 6:57 PM. Meanwhile, the moonrise is scheduled at 6:14 PM and the moonset is at 5:01 AM on August 19.

TITHI, NAKSHATRA, AND RASHI DETAILS FOR AUGUST 18

The Chaturdashi Tithi is expected to prevail up to 3:04 AM (August 19), after which the Purnima Tithi will start. The fortunate Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra is predicted to continue up to 10:15 AM, followed by the beginning of another favorable Shravana Nakshatra. The moon will be in Makara Rashi (Capricorn), while the sun is expected to continue its position in Simha Rashi (Leo).

SHUBH MUHURAT FOR AUGUST 18

The Brahma Muhurta is anticipated to take place from 4:25 AM to 5:08 AM, followed by the Pratah Sandhya Muhurta between 4:47 AM to 5:52 AM. The Vijaya Muhurta is said to occur from 2:36 PM to 3:28 PM. The Amrit Kalam Muhurta is expected to take place between 10:40 PM and 12:08 PM (August 19), while the Nishita Muhurta is anticipated to take place between 12:03 AM (August 19) and 12:47 AM on August 19 as well. The Godhuli Muhurta is predicted from 6:57 PM to 7:19 PM, while the Sayahna Sandhya Muhurta also is scheduled to take place between 6:57 PM and 8:03 PM.

ASHUBH MUHURAT FOR AUGUST 18

The Yamaganda Muhurta will occur from 12:25 PM to 2:03 PM, followed by Gulikai Kalam Muhurta from 3:41 PM to 5:19 PM, and Rahu Kalam Muhurta from 5:19 PM to 6:57 PM. The Dur Muhurta is scheduled to take place from 5: 13 PM to 6:05 PM. The Baana Muhurta is anticipated to take place in Mrityu up to 9:50 PM, after which the Agni will follow for a full night.