May 16th marks Jyeshtha Amavasya, Shani Jayanti, and Vat Savitri Vrat—know the auspicious and inauspicious timings..

16 May Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings: May 16th holds special significance in Sanatan Dharma. This year, Jyeshtha Amavasya, Shani Jayanti, and Vat Savitri Vrat will all be observed on the same day; consequently, this date is considered exceptionally special for devotees. The Vat Savitri Vrat, which falls on the Amavasya (New Moon) of the Jyeshtha Krishna Paksha, is observed by married women to pray for their husbands' longevity, happiness, and good health. Furthermore, performing *puja* (worship), *hawan* (fire rituals), and *Telabhishek* (ritual anointing with oil) holds special importance for propitiating Lord Shani—the son of the Sun God. Additionally, this day marks Jyeshtha Amavasya, a time dedicated to pleasing one's ancestors (*Pitrs*). It is essential to know tomorrow's auspicious and inauspicious timings today itself, ensuring that worship, travel, investments, or other significant undertakings are performed at the most appropriate moments.

The Vat Savitri Vrat is considered a prominent fasting ritual for married women in Hinduism. This fast is observed with the aspiration for the husband's longevity, happiness, prosperity, and enduring marital bliss. This ritual is deeply rooted in the mythological tale of Savitri and Satyavan. It is believed that Savitri, through the power of her penance, intellect, and unwavering devotion to her husband (*Pativrata Dharma*), successfully reclaimed her husband Satyavan's life from Lord Yama (the God of Death). Since that time, this fast has been regarded as a symbol of an unbreakable marital bond and profound devotion. For this very reason, women worship the *Vat* (Banyan) tree and observe this fast. On this day, women perform worship by offering water, flowers, rice, fruits, and other items at the roots of the Banyan tree—a ritual of immense spiritual significance.

In Hinduism, Shani Jayanti is accorded special religious and spiritual significance. Shani Jayanti is celebrated annually on the day of Jyeshtha Amavasya. It is believed that Lord Shani Dev was born on this very day. According to religious scriptures, Shani Dev is the son of the Sun God (*Surya Dev*) and Goddess Chhaya. On Shani Jayanti, special *Shani Shanti Puja* (rituals for appeasing Shani) and *Telabhishek* are performed to seek protection against *Shani Dosha* (afflictions caused by Shani) and *Sade Sati*. Devotees of Lord Shani may offer donations of black sesame seeds, mustard oil, and iron objects. According to religious texts, observing these fasts and performing these rituals leads to domestic happiness, good health, and liberation from the adverse effects of *Shani Dosha*. In Hinduism, Jyeshtha Amavasya is considered to hold special religious and spiritual significance. This lunar day is regarded as highly auspicious for seeking peace for ancestors, performing ritual baths and acts of charity, and engaging in worship and prayers. On the Amavasya (New Moon) of the month of Jyeshtha, crowds of devotees throng temples and the ghats (riverbanks) of holy rivers across the country. According to religious beliefs, the Amavasya Tithi (lunar day) is dedicated to one's ancestors. On this day, people perform *Tarpan* and *Pind-daan*—rituals involving offerings—to pray for the peace of their ancestors' souls. It is believed that performing *Shraddh* (ancestral rites) and acts of charity in accordance with prescribed rituals helps alleviate *Pitra Dosha* (ancestral afflictions) and ensures the continued happiness and prosperity of the family. Bathing in holy rivers on the day of Jyeshtha Amavasya is also accorded special significance. Many devotees bathe at sites such as the Triveni Sangam, Har Ki Pauri, and other pilgrimage centers to accrue spiritual merit.

According to the *Drik Panchang*, the Amavasya Tithi will commence on May 16 at 5:11 AM. It will continue until 1:30 AM on the night of May 17. Sunrise is scheduled for 5:30 AM, and sunset will occur at 7:05 PM.

Regarding the auspicious timings (*Muhurats*) and *Yogas* for Jyeshtha Amavasya—which also coincides with *Shani Janmotsav* (Lord Shani's Birth Anniversary) and *Vat Savitri Vrat*—the *Brahma Muhurat* will span from 4:07 AM to 4:48 AM. The *Abhijit Muhurat* will be from 11:50 AM to 12:45 PM, and the *Vijaya Muhurat* will last from 2:34 PM to 3:28 PM. Additionally, the *Amrit Kaal* will occur between 1:15 PM and 2:40 PM, while the *Godhuli Muhurat* (twilight period) will be from 7:04 PM to 7:25 PM. Regarding inauspicious timings, Rahu Kaal will prevail from 8:54 AM to 10:36 AM; Yamaganda from 2:00 PM to 3:42 PM; Gulika Kaal from 5:30 AM to 7:12 AM; and Durmuhurta will occur from 5:30 AM to 6:24 AM, and again from 6:24 AM to 7:19 AM. Additionally, Aadal Yoga will remain in effect throughout the entire day on May 16th.

On the occasion of Jyeshtha Amavasya, Shani Janmotsav (Lord Shani's Birth Anniversary), and Vat Savitri Vrat, a rare confluence of five auspicious yogas—Shasha Mahapurusha Yoga, Gajakesari Yoga, Buddhaditya Yoga, Saubhagya Yoga, and Shobhana Yoga—is forming after 300 years; this has significantly heightened the spiritual significance of tomorrow. Performing worship and rituals during these auspicious yogas is believed to dispel all negative influences and bestow favorable results in one's life.

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