Panchang — Wednesday, 29 July 2026

Tithi: Saptami (Shukla Paksha — seventh day of the waxing moon) | Nakshatra: Anuradha (Moon in Scorpio, 3rd pada) | Yoga: Shiva Yoga — favourable for spiritual practice and resolving conflicts

Auspicious Window (Muhurat): 07:42 AM – 09:18 AM IST (Abhijit Muhurat window near midday: 11:53 AM – 12:44 PM IST)

Planetary Note: Saturn remains in Kumbha (Aquarius) in retrograde motion, casting a strong 10th-house aspect on Vrishchika; Jupiter transits Vrishabha aspecting Karka and Makara; Mars moves through Kanya sharpening analytical and service themes; Mercury in Simha lends creative boldness to communication. Wednesday's lordship amplifies Mercury's influence across all rashis today.

Today’s Observance: 29 July 2026 falls during the bright fortnight of Shravan month (Saptami Shukla Paksha). Shravan is among the most sacred months in the Hindu calendar — dedicated primarily to Lord Shiva. Monday fasts (Shravan Somavar) and the reading of the Shiv Purana are traditional observances during this entire month. Devotees may also observe the Mangala Gauri Vrat (on Tuesdays of Shravan) and recite the Shiv Chalisa or perform Jalabhishek (offering water to the Shivalinga) in the morning hours to honour the month's sacred energy.

Today’s Rashifal

Based on Vedic sidereal zodiac (Lahiri Ayanamsa). Check your Moon sign for the most accurate reading.

Mesh / Aries (April 14 – May 14)

Ruling Planet: Mars

Mars, your ruler, currently transiting Kanya activates your 6th house, directing energy toward health routines, work improvements, and resolving pending disputes. A colleague or subordinate may approach you with a request that requires careful evaluation — do not commit impulsively. Mercury in Simha brightens your 5th house, making this an excellent day to pitch a creative idea or have a frank conversation with a mentor or parent.

Lucky Colour: Coral Red | Lucky Number: 9

Schedule that overdue health check-up or start the fitness routine you have been postponing — 6th-house Mars rewards disciplined action today.

Vrishabha / Taurus (May 15 – June 14)

Ruling Planet: Venus

Jupiter continues its powerful transit through your own sign (Vrishabha), bestowing a slow but steady expansion in resources and self-confidence. Today the Moon in Anuradha nakshatra activates your 7th house of partnerships — business partners and spouses are unusually receptive to your ideas. Use the Abhijit Muhurat window to sign agreements or initiate a significant joint financial decision.

Lucky Colour: Ivory White | Lucky Number: 6

Sit with your partner or business associate over a calm morning tea and revisit a long-shelved plan — Jupiter's 7th-house influence makes today ideal for a breakthrough agreement.

Mithuna / Gemini (June 15 – July 14)

Ruling Planet: Mercury

Mercury in Simha, your 3rd house, is in its own directional strength today, gifting you exceptional clarity of expression — writers, speakers, salespeople, and teachers of this sign will find their words carry unusual persuasive power. However, retrograde Saturn in Kumbha casts its gaze on your 9th house, warning against making hasty decisions around long-distance travel or legal matters. Complete the research before you commit.

Lucky Colour: Emerald Green | Lucky Number: 5

Write that email, proposal, or article draft today — Mercury's strength is at its peak for your sign and the morning hours are especially potent for communication tasks.

Karka / Cancer (July 15 – August 14)

Ruling Planet: Moon

The Moon, your chart ruler, sits in Anuradha nakshatra in your 5th house of children, creativity, and investments — you may feel an unusually strong pull toward an artistic or speculative venture today. Jupiter's aspect from Vrishabha on your 11th house of gains continues to bless social networks and elder siblings. A friend in an influential position may extend a helpful hand — accept it graciously and follow up with genuine effort.

Lucky Colour: Pearl White | Lucky Number: 2

Spend 30 minutes today on a creative project you have neglected — even a rough draft or a sketch counts, and lunar energy today will turn inspired ideas into tangible beginnings.

Simha / Leo (August 15 – September 15)

Ruling Planet: Sun

Mercury transiting your own sign (Simha) charges your 1st house with intellectual vitality and strong personal presence — today you naturally command attention in meetings, negotiations, and social settings. The Moon in your 4th house (Vrishchika) stirs emotions around home, property, and your mother's well-being. If a property-related discussion has been stalled, initiate it calmly today; domestic clarity is achievable. Avoid letting pride prevent you from hearing a family member's valid concern.

Lucky Colour: Golden Yellow | Lucky Number: 1

Open that difficult family conversation with curiosity rather than authority — Mercury in your Lagna gives you the words, and the 4th-house Moon ensures the emotional ground is ready.

Kanya / Virgo (September 16 – October 15)

Ruling Planet: Mercury

Mars transiting your own sign energises your Lagna with drive and physical vigour, but also brings a tendency toward irritability and overexertion. Channel this fiery energy into completing a demanding project rather than engaging in workplace friction. Mercury in your 12th house signals that some of your most productive work today will happen in quiet, solitary conditions — close your office door or find a calm corner and focus on deep, uninterrupted work.

Lucky Colour: Forest Green | Lucky Number: 14

Identify one high-priority task that requires sustained focus, block two hours of uninterrupted time this morning, and let Mars' drive power you through it without distractions.

Tula / Libra (October 16 – November 14)

Ruling Planet: Venus

The Moon in Anuradha activates your 2nd house of family, finances, and speech — choose words carefully in family interactions today, as emotional sensitivity runs high. Saturn's retrograde gaze on your 5th house from Kumbha asks you to review a speculative financial decision you made earlier this year; this is a day for correction, not new speculation. Consulting a trusted financial adviser or elder family member before making any money move is strongly advised.

Lucky Colour: Light Blue | Lucky Number: 7

Review your investment or savings ledger today with fresh eyes — Saturn's retrograde energy rewards those who course-correct rather than those who double down on a shaky bet.

Vrishchika / Scorpio (November 15 – December 14)

Ruling Planet: Mars

Today the Moon transits your own sign in Anuradha nakshatra — this is your nakshatra of devotion, deep friendship, and structured ambition. You feel grounded and emotionally lucid, which is rare and powerful for Scorpio natives. Saturn's retrograde aspect on your 4th house, however, indicates ongoing pressure related to a property matter or a parent's health — address this with patient, methodical action rather than emotional reaction. This is also an exceptional day for spiritual practice or any form of psychological self-inquiry.

Lucky Colour: Maroon | Lucky Number: 8

Use this rare emotional clarity to have one honest conversation about the home or property issue that has been creating background stress — Anuradha's energy rewards those who act with both heart and strategy.

Dhanu / Sagittarius (December 15 – January 13)

Ruling Planet: Jupiter

The Moon moves through your 12th house today, creating a strong inner pull toward solitude, rest, and spiritual reflection. This is not a day to push for external achievements — rather, it is a day to consolidate, meditate, or catch up on rest you have been denying yourself. Mercury in your 9th house from Simha, however, offers a beautiful counterpoint: reading a philosophy text, listening to a podcast from a spiritual teacher, or journaling about your life's direction will yield surprising insights today.

Lucky Colour: Saffron Orange | Lucky Number: 3

Carve out 20 minutes for journaling or meditation before 9 AM — the 12th-house Moon for Dhanu today makes introspective mornings unusually productive and self-revealing.

Makara / Capricorn (January 14 – February 12)

Ruling Planet: Saturn

Jupiter's aspect from Vrishabha continues to bless your 5th house, making this a sustained period of intellectual growth, educational advancement, and good fortune for children. Today, the Moon in your 11th house highlights social gains — an introduction at a professional event or through a mutual contact could open a significant door. Your networking instincts are sharp today: attend that online seminar, reply to that LinkedIn message, or finally follow up on a professional introduction that went cold.

Lucky Colour: Navy Blue | Lucky Number: 10

Reach out today to one dormant professional contact — your 11th-house Moon combined with Jupiter's ongoing aspect makes this an auspicious window to revive a connection that could yield tangible benefit.

Kumbha / Aquarius (February 13 – March 13)

Ruling Planet: Saturn

Saturn, your ruler, sits retrograde in your own sign — this is a period of intense karmic review, especially around career, public image, and long-term responsibilities. Today the 10th-house Moon highlights your professional reputation; how you handle a work challenge in the coming 24 hours will leave a lasting impression on supervisors or peers. Mars in Kanya throws an energising aspect on your 8th house — be cautious with documents, legal papers, or any transaction involving shared assets.

Lucky Colour: Steel Grey | Lucky Number: 11

Double-check every document, contract, or financial record before signing or forwarding today — Saturn retrograde in your Lagna amplifies the consequences of careless errors in professional matters.

Meena / Pisces (March 14 – April 13)

Ruling Planet: Jupiter

Venus rules your 3rd and 8th houses, and with Mercury in Simha energising your 6th house, today brings clarity about a health routine, dietary discipline, or work service matter that has been fuzzy. A practical conversation with a doctor, nutritionist, or workplace supervisor today will be far more productive than you expect. Jupiter from Vrishabha continues casting its benevolent gaze on your 3rd house of communication and younger siblings — a younger family member may share good news or require your encouragement.

Lucky Colour: Sea Blue | Lucky Number: 12

Make that appointment with a health professional you have been deferring — 6th-house Mercury clarity today means you will ask the right questions and walk away with an actionable plan.

Vastu Tip of the Day

Wednesday belongs to Mercury, the planet governing the north direction, green colour, and the element of intellect. According to the Vishwakarma Prakash, the north zone (Uttara) of your home or office governs career opportunities and new possibilities. Today, declutter and clean the northern wall or corner of your workspace — remove stacked files, dead electronics, or dusty objects. Place a small green plant (tulsi, money plant, or bamboo) in this zone to activate Mercury's energy and invite clarity of thought and new professional opportunities throughout the week.

Vedic Wisdom

Parasara reminds us in the Brihat Parasara Hora Shastra: 'The planets are the limbs of the Cosmic Being — each transit is not a sentence but an invitation.' Today's Mercury-governed Wednesday in the depth of Scorpio's Moon asks us to think before we speak, feel before we act, and trust that disciplined introspection is itself a form of powerful forward movement. As B.V. Raman wrote, 'Astrology does not compel — it inclines.' Use today's planetary inclinations wisely.