New Moon on January 18, 2026: Mauni Amavasya Do’s and Don’ts and Astrological Practices

New Moon is being observed today, January 18, 2026. This day holds a great religious and astrological significance in Hindu religion. The day is dedicated to worship ancestors and on this very day, people can perform various religious, spiritual and astrological activities to get rid of many types of doshas. This is the first Amavasya of the year 2026 so in that way it is considered more auspicious and helps to ward off negativity. There are so many guidelines for this day, which people should follow and gain rewards:

Mauni Amavasya in 2026: Date and Time

Amavasya Tithi Begins – 12:03 AM on Jan 18, 2026Amavasya Tithi Ends – 01:21 AM on Jan 19, 2026

Important details about New Moon/Mauni Amavasya

This time, Moon will be transiting in Capricorn zodiac sign where other planets are also transiting so this will be little chaotic.

New Moon on January 18, 2026: What to do and what to avoid on this day?

Do’s

1. One should follow the rituals mentioned in our scriptures and take a holy dip in Ganga river if that is not possible then add few drops of gangajal in you bucket before taking bath at home. 2. Observe Maun Vrat or keep quiet for sometime, it will improve your aura and make you peaceful. 3. Donate food, clothes and other useful items among underprivileged people. 4. Light a mustard oil diya beneath the peepal tree. 5. Perform various practices to appease your ancestors.

Don’ts

1. Avoid cutting your hair and nails on this auspicious day of Mauni Amavasya. 2. Do not eat any tamasik food such as meat, egg, onion and garlic. 3. Don’t say harsh words to anyone on this specific day of Mauni Amavasya. 4. You are advised to avoid gambling on this particular day. 5. You should not get involved in any type of conflict or argument.

What astrological practices you can do on Mauni Amavaasya?

Chanting Mantra

You can chant various mantras associated with your Ancestors, Lord Surya, Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.

Donations

You should donate warm clothes to old priest or brahmins along with white sesame seeds or til kuttt. You should also distribute food among poor people.

Keep Quiet

This day means to stay quiet for sometime as it will give you time make self realizations and enhance your inner power.

Recite Bhagavad Gita

You are advised to recite Bhagavad Gita Path as it will remove Pitru dosha and helps to appease ancestors.