Amavasya on 10 October 2026: Sarvapitri, Shani Amavasya and Panchang Timings

On 10 October 2026 the term amavasya surged in Google Trends India, with approximately 2000 approximate searches and 50% growth in the past-24-hour window [3]. Users were primarily searching to confirm the exact date and auspicious timings for ancestor rituals, especially as the day marked the overlap of Sarvapitri Amavasya and Shani Amavasya.

Panchang timings for 10 October 2026

According to Aaj Tak's panchang, the Amavasya tithi was valid until 9:19 PM on Saturday, after which the Pratipada tithi began. The same source details the nakshatra sequence: Hasta remained active until 9:42 PM, followed by Chitra. Throughout the day both the Moon and Sun were positioned in Kanya. Key timing windows reported were the Abhijit muhurat from 11:45 AM to 12:31 PM and the Rahukal from 9:13 AM to 10:41 AM.

Sarvapitri and Shani Amavasya coincidence

The Dainik Bhaskar Bundi edition reported that 10 October 2026 was observed as Sarvapitri Amavasya, falling on a Saturday. The report notes the coincidence with Shani Amavasya. Hindu scriptural traditions consider this combination significant for performing tarpana and offering donations to ancestors, as it merges the general observance of Sarvapitri Shraddh with the special astrological influence of Shani Amavasya.

Ritual context and user intent

Search interest spiked as people sought clarity on whether to perform rituals during the Abhijit muhurat, how to navigate the Rahukal period, and what donations are traditionally recommended on Shani Amavasya. As with any panchang-based guidance, timings may vary by region and calculation method, and the search surge reflects informational intent rather than a verified astronomical event.

Google Trends data measures search interest, not the astronomical accuracy of panchang timings. The cited tithi and muhurat timings are from a single panchang published by Aaj Tak and may differ across traditions and locations. Readers are encouraged to cross-reference with local almanacs or second-hand sources for personal observance.