Magh Monthly Durga Ashtami on Jan 26: Saadhya Yoga, Muhurat, Mantras, Puja Method

• Magh Shukla Ashtami Tithi begins Jan 25, 11:10 PM, ends Jan 26, 9:17 PM; fast observed on Jan 26 based on Udayatithi.
• Auspicious timings for Durga Ashtami include Brahma Muhurat (5:26 AM-6:19 AM) and Abhijit Muhurat (12:12 PM-12:55 PM).
• Saadhya Yoga is present until 9:11 AM, followed by Shubh Yoga; Ashwini Nakshatra until 12:32 PM, then Bharani Nakshatra.
• Key mantras for worship include "Om Dum Durgayai Namah" and "Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Shakti Rupena Samsthita...".
• Worship involves red flowers, sindoor, akshat, incense, lamps, fruits, sweets, chanting, Durga Chalisa, Kanya Puja, Havan, and Aarti.

Why It Matters: Magh Monthly Durga Ashtami falls on January 26, 2026, with specific timings and rituals for worship.