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Amavasya (New Moon) 2026

अमावस्या

By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani

Amavasya (New Moon) (अमावस्या) 2026 falls on Saturday, 16 May 2026. Planetary ruler: Moon (Chandra) and Pitru. Auspicious muhurat: Madhyahna: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM IST. The dark new moon night. Most sacred day for ancestor worship and removing negative karma. Get authentic Vedic guidance, dos & don'ts, and personal predictions based on your birth chart.

Date
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Planetary Ruler
Moon (Chandra) and Pitru
Muhurat
Madhyahna: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM IST

Significance

Powerful for Tarpan, Pitru rituals, and clearing ancestral debts. Also linked to Tantric sadhana.

✓ Do's

  • Perform Tarpan for ancestors
  • Take holy bath in sacred river
  • Donate til, gold, or food
  • Recite Mahamrityunjaya mantra

✗ Don'ts

  • Avoid new ventures or marriages
  • Do not travel south
  • Avoid haircuts, nail cutting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Amavasya (New Moon) 2026?

Amavasya (New Moon) 2026 falls on Saturday, 16 May 2026.

What is the muhurat for Amavasya (New Moon) 2026?

Madhyahna: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM IST

Who is the planetary ruler of Amavasya (New Moon)?

The planetary ruler of Amavasya (New Moon) is Moon (Chandra) and Pitru.

What is the significance of Amavasya (New Moon)?

Powerful for Tarpan, Pitru rituals, and clearing ancestral debts. Also linked to Tantric sadhana.

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