Nakshatra for Ujjain on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 - Pushya
Today's Nakshatra
Pushya
Symbol: Udder of Cow, Flower, or Circle
Element: Water
Begins
3:39 PM
Tue, Aug 11
Ends
1:29 PM
Wed, Aug 12
Next Nakshatra
Ashlesha
Begins at Wed, Aug 12 1:29 PM
✨Daily Influence of Pushya
When the Moon is in Pushya, the day becomes highly nourishing and supportive. This is one of the most auspicious nakshatras for all positive activities. The energy feels stable, supportive, and conducive to growth and prosperity. People feel more caring, generous, and connected to tradition.
The day feels supportive, stable, and nurturing. People experience a sense of security and tradition. Generosity comes naturally and discipline feels easy. There's a strong connection to family, community, and spiritual values.
Favorable Activities
- ✓All auspicious activities
- ✓Marriage and engagements
- ✓Starting businesses or ventures
- ✓Buying property or vehicles
- ✓Education and learning
- ✓Medical treatments
- ✓Religious ceremonies
- ✓Planting and agriculture
- ✓Financial investments
Caution Areas
- ⚠Very few restrictions on this highly auspicious day
- ⚠Avoid wasting this favorable energy on trivial matters
Spiritual Essence of Pushya
Pushya represents the nourishing energy of the divine that sustains all creation. Ruled by Brihaspati, the guru of the gods, you carry spiritual wisdom and the power to nourish souls. Your soul understands that true growth comes through proper nourishment, discipline, and respect for tradition. You are here to teach, guide, and provide spiritual sustenance.
Quick Facts
Deity
Brihaspati (Jupiter, Guru of the Gods)
Ruler
Saturn (Shani)
Symbol
Udder of Cow, Flower, or Circle
Element
Water
Quality
Light (Laghu)
Range
3°20' - 16°40' Cancer
What is a Nakshatra?
Nakshatra is one of the five essential elements of the Hindu Panchang, alongside Tithi, Yoga, Vara, and Karana. The word Nakshatra comes from Sanskrit — "Naksha" (map) + "Tara" (star) . The Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras in approximately 27.3 days (one sidereal month), spending roughly one day in each.
In Vedic astrology, the Nakshatra in which the Moon is placed at the time of birth (called Janma Nakshatra or birth star) profoundly influences a person's personality, nature, and life path. Each Nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is associated with a ruling deity, a planetary lord, a symbol, and specific qualities that color every day the Moon transits through it.
🌙 Lunar Mansions
The 27 Nakshatras divide the zodiac into equal lunar mansions, each spanning 13°20'. They form the backbone of Vedic muhurta (electional astrology) and are essential for selecting auspicious timing for important events.
⭐ Daily Significance
The Nakshatra active on any given day influences the energy, activities, and auspiciousness of that day. Knowing the current Nakshatra helps in planning ceremonies, travel, business dealings, and spiritual practices.
All 27 Nakshatras
The Moon transits through each of the 27 Nakshatras in sequence. Click any Nakshatra to learn about its significance.
| No. | Nakshatra | Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashwini | Ketu |
| 2 | Bharani | Venus |
| 3 | Krittika | Sun |
| 4 | Rohini | Moon |
| 5 | Mrigashira | Mars |
| 6 | Ardra | Rahu |
| 7 | Punarvasu | Jupiter |
| 8 | Pushyatoday | Saturn |
| 9 | Ashlesha | Mercury |
| 10 | Magha | Ketu |
| 11 | Purva Phalguni | Venus |
| 12 | Uttara Phalguni | Sun |
| 13 | Hasta | Moon |
| 14 | Chitra | Mars |
| 15 | Swati | Rahu |
| 16 | Vishakha | Jupiter |
| 17 | Anuradha | Saturn |
| 18 | Jyeshtha | Mercury |
| 19 | Mula | Ketu |
| 20 | Purva Ashadha | Venus |
| 21 | Uttara Ashadha | Sun |
| 22 | Shravana | Moon |
| 23 | Dhanishta | Mars |
| 24 | Shatabhisha | Rahu |
| 25 | Purva Bhadrapada | Jupiter |
| 26 | Uttara Bhadrapada | Saturn |
| 27 | Revati | Mercury |
Explore More
Daily Panchang
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Nakshatra Gyan
Complete guide to all 27 Nakshatras
About Pushya
Deep dive — deity, mythology, characteristics
Shubh Muhurat
Auspicious timings based on today's nakshatra
Calculation Methodology
Swiss Ephemeris (SWEPH)
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Lahiri Ayanamsa
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