January 16, 2026: A Day of Significance

January 16, 2026, is a day of great significance: This date marks the auspicious conjunction of Masik Shivratri and Shukra Pradosh Vrat. Coinciding with Friday, a day revered for Goddess Lakshmi, it is believed that observing a fast and conducting puja can yield blessings from both Lord Shiva and Goddess Lakshmi, leading to wealth and prosperity. Fasting on this day is said to alleviate sorrows, cleanse sins, and bestow happiness, health, and even children upon devotees. Let’s explore the auspicious timings, yogas, and puja schedules for this significant day.

Auspicious Timings for January 16

Key Timings:
On this day, the Magha Krishna Trayodashi Tithi and Moola Nakshatra will be present in the morning. Dhruva Yoga will last until 9:06 PM. Brahma Muhurta is from 5:27 AM to 6:21 AM, while the Abhijit Muhurta, considered the most auspicious time, is from 12:10 PM to 12:52 PM. Sunrise is at 7:15 AM and sunset at 5:47 PM.

Shukra Pradosh Muhurta

The Magha Krishna Trayodashi Tithi commences on January 15 at 8:16 PM and concludes on January 16 at 10:21 PM.
For those observing the Pradosh fast, it is recommended to perform Shiva Puja during the evening Pradosh period. The auspicious window for Shukra Pradosh Puja spans 2 hours and 42 minutes, allowing worship of Lord Shiva between 5:47 PM and 8:29 PM. The Shivratri Muhurat for January 16 is from 12:04 AM to 12:58 AM, known as the Nishita Muhurat. However, devotees can also perform Shiva puja throughout the day, specifically between 7:15 AM and 11:12 AM. This marks the first Shivratri of the new year.

Friday Lakshmi Puja Muhurat

For those wishing to conduct Lakshmi puja on Friday, it is advisable to choose the Pradosh Kaal time, which begins after sunset. The puja for Goddess Lakshmi can be performed between 5:47 PM and 8:29 PM.

Puja Method

Rituals for the Day:
Begin by performing the puja for Lord Shiva following the prescribed rituals. Offer bel leaves, bhang, dhatura, Ganges water, cow's milk, honey, rice, flowers, and fruits, and light a lamp. Worship Goddess Gauri, listen to the Pradosh Vrat and Shivratri katha (story), and perform the aarti for Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. After honoring Lord Shiva, proceed to worship Goddess Lakshmi with offerings of flowers, incense, lamps, rice, lotus seeds, and lotus or rose flowers. Recite the Shri Suktam, Lakshmi Chalisa, and Friday vrat katha.

Inauspicious Time on January 16

For those planning to undertake any auspicious activities on January 16, it is crucial to avoid the Rahu Kaal, which will occur from 11:12 AM to 12:31 PM.

Additionally, there will be Bhadra on Friday, starting at 10:21 PM and lasting until 7:15 AM on January 17. This Bhadra is believed to reside in Patala Loka (the netherworld).

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