Mauni Amavasya Observed Today (January 18, 2026): Timings, Significance and Ritual Importance

According to the Hindu Panchang, Sunday, January 18, 2026, is observed as Mauni Amavasya, one of the most spiritually significant Amavasya days of the year. The Amavasya tithi spans the entire day, making it especially auspicious for fasting, silence, charity, and ancestral rituals.

Amavasya Tithi Timings – January 18, 2026

Amavasya begins: 12:03 am on January 18, 2026

Amavasya ends: 1:21 am on January 19, 2026

As the tithi remains active throughout the daytime hours on January 18, it is considered the most appropriate and powerful day for all Amavasya-related observances.

Is Today Amavasya?

Yes.
Based on the sunrise-based Hindu calendar system, January 18, 2026, fully qualifies as Amavasya, as the new moon tithi is present from early morning until late night.

Which Amavasya Is Celebrated Today?

Today’s Amavasya is Mauni Amavasya, a sacred day associated with silence (maun), spiritual discipline, meditation, holy river baths, charity, and rituals connected to ancestors (Pitru karma). Traditionally, devotees observe silence and engage in acts of self-restraint and devotion.

Are the Timings the Same Across India?

Yes.
The Amavasya tithi timings apply uniformly across India, including major cities such as Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. While minor variations may appear in different Panchang calculations due to sunrise differences, the overall tithi duration remains unchanged.

Why January 18 Is Highly Auspicious

Because Amavasya spans the entire day, January 18, 2026, is considered ideal for:

Observing fasts and spiritual vows

Taking holy baths during Mauni Amavasya

Performing ancestral remembrance rituals

Offering charity such as food, clothing, and grains

Practising meditation and silence

Devotees believe rituals performed on this day bring spiritual clarity, peace, and ancestral blessings.