January 16, 2026, Auspicious Conjunction: January 16, 2026, is an auspicious day. ​​On January 16th, the auspicious conjunction of Masik Shivratri and Shukra Pradosh Vrat is occurring. Along with this, it is also Friday, a day dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, bringing her blessings. By observing a fast and performing puja on this day, you can receive double the blessings of Lord Shiva and attain wealth and prosperity with the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. Observing the Pradosh and Shivratri fasts removes all sorrows, faults, and sins. With the grace of Lord Shiva, one receives children, happiness, good health, and more. Let's learn about the auspicious timings, yogas, Pradosh and Shivratri puja times, Lakshmi puja timings, etc., for January 16th.

Auspicious Timings for January 16th
On January 16th, the Magha Krishna Trayodashi Tithi and Moola Nakshatra are present in the morning. The Dhruva Yoga is from morning until 9:06 PM. The Brahma Muhurta is from 5:27 AM to 6:21 AM, while the auspicious time of the day, the Abhijit Muhurta, is from 12:10 PM to 12:52 PM. Sunrise will be at 7:15 AM and sunset at 5:47 PM.
Also read: Masik Shivratri 2026 List: When are Mahashivratri and Sawan Shivratri in the New Year? See the New Year's Masik Shivratri fast calendar.

Shukra Pradosh Muhurta

The Magha Krishna Trayodashi Tithi begins on January 15th at 8:16 PM and ends on January 16th at 10:21 PM.
Those observing the Pradosh fast should perform the Shiva Puja during the Pradosh period in the evening. The auspicious time for Shukra Pradosh Puja is 2 hours and 42 minutes. You can worship Lord Shiva between 5:47 PM and 8:29 PM. January Shivratri Muhurat
The auspicious time for the monthly Shivratri puja on January 16th is from 12:04 AM to 12:58 AM. This is the Nishita Muhurat for Shivratri puja. However, Shivratri puja can be performed at any time during the day. If you wish to perform Shiva puja during the day, you can do so between 7:15 AM and 11:12 AM. Magha Masik Shivratri is the first Shivratri of the new year.

Friday Lakshmi Puja Muhurat
Those who wish to perform the Lakshmi puja on Friday should also choose the Pradosh Kaal time. Pradosh Kaal begins after sunset. You can perform Goddess Lakshmi's puja between 5:47 PM and 8:29 PM.

Puja Method
On this day, first perform the puja of Lord Shiva according to the prescribed rituals. Offer him bel leaves, bhang, dhatura, Ganges water, cow's milk, honey, rice grains, flowers, fruits, etc., and light a lamp. Worship Goddess Gauri. Listen to the Pradosh Vrat and Shivratri vrat katha (story). Perform the aarti of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. After worshipping Lord Shiva, worship Goddess Lakshmi. Offer her flowers, incense, lamp, rice grains, offerings, lotus seeds, lotus or rose flowers, etc. Recite the Shri Suktam, Lakshmi Chalisa, and Friday vrat katha.

Inauspicious Time on January 16th
Those who wish to perform any auspicious work on January 16th should avoid Rahu Kaal. Rahu Kaal on this day will be from 11:12 AM to 12:31 PM.

There is also Bhadra on Friday. This Bhadra will begin at 10:21 PM and will continue until 7:15 AM on January 17th. This Bhadra resides in Patala Loka (the netherworld).

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