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News Topical, Digital Desk : According to the Panchang, today, January 14th, is the Ekadashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Magha. Shattila Ekadashi (Shattila Ekadashi 2026) is being observed on this date. Makar Sankranti (Makar Sankranti 2026) and Pongal are also being celebrated today. Several yogas are also being formed on this special occasion. So, let's learn about today's Panchang (Aaj ka Panchang 14 January 2026).
Date: Krishna Ekadashi
Month Purnimat: Magh
Day: Wednesday
Samvat: 2082
Date: Krishna Ekadashi – till 05:52 pm
Yoga: Gand – till 07:56 pm
Karan: Balav – till 05:52 pm
Karan: Kaulav – till 07:06 am on 15th January
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise time: 07:15 am
Sunset time: 05:45 pm
Moonrise time: 04:26 am on January 15
Moonset time: 01:49 pm
Today's auspicious time
Abhijeet Muhurta: There is no
Amrit Kaal: 03:23 PM to 05:10 PM
Today's inauspicious time
Rahukaal : 12:30 pm to 1:49 pm
Gulikaal : 11:11 am to 12:30 pm
Yamaganda : 08:34 am to 09:53 am
Today's Nakshatra
Today, the Moon will be in Anuradha Nakshatra.
Anuradha Nakshatra: until 03:03 am (January 15th)
General Characteristics: Respected in society, self-centered, aggressive, courageous, intelligent, hardworking, attracted to the opposite sex, and has beautiful hair
Nakshatra Lord: Saturn,
Zodiac Lord: Mars,
Deity: God of Friendship
Symbol: A flower at the finish line
Religious significance of Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Shattila Ekadashi
1. Makar Sankranti
Makar Sankranti is celebrated every year on January 14th. On this day, the Sun moves from Sagittarius to Capricorn, marking the beginning of Uttarayan. It is considered a day dedicated to the worship of the Sun God. Different parts of India celebrate this festival with different names and customs. Kite flying is important in North India, and dishes made from sesame and jaggery are important in South India. People bathe in rivers to purify themselves and donate to the poor. This festival marks the auspicious beginning of a new agricultural season and brings positive energy to life.
2. Pongal
Pongal is a major festival in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu. It is dedicated to the Sun God and is celebrated primarily in mid-January. On this day, Pongal, a sweet dish similar to Khichdi, is prepared and offered to the deity. The festival lasts for four days, each day having a different significance. The first day is called Bhogi, the second day is the main Pongal, the third day is called Mattu Pongal, and the fourth day is called Kannam Pongal. This festival symbolizes prosperity in agriculture and harvests. Families and neighbors come together to celebrate it with joy.
3. Shattila Ekadashi
Shattila Ekadashi falls on the Ekadashi day of every month and is considered especially virtuous. Donating sesame seeds (rock) and fasting are especially significant on this day. According to scriptures, fasting and donating on this day absolves sins and helps attain salvation. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu on this day and offer sesame dishes to the poor and needy. This Ekadashi is considered a time of physical, mental, and spiritual purification, and is also a means of bringing happiness, prosperity, and health to life.
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