Kalashtami, Janaki Janmotsav & Monday Fast: Auspicious Day for Shiva Devotees

• February 9, 2026, marks Kalashtami, Janaki Janmotsav, and the Monday fast, making it a significant day for devotees.
• The day falls on Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha, Phalguna month, with Vishakha Nakshatra and Moon transiting from Libra to Scorpio.
• Worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on Monday brings special benefits for marital, mental, and karmic well-being.
• Rituals include offering Ganga water, belpatra, milk, and chanting 'Om Namah Shivaya' to Shivling.
• Panchang details auspicious timings (Brahma, Abhijit, Amrit Kaal) and inauspicious timings (Rahu Kaal, Disha Shool East).