Akshaya Tritiya 2026, April 19 -- The festival of Akshaya Tritiya, associated with prosperity and new beginnings, will be observed on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The day falls on the third lunar day (Tritiya) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Vaishakha.

According to Drik Panchang, the Tritiya Tithi begins at 10:49 am on April 19 and ends at 7:27 am on April 20.

In Sanskrit, "Akshaya" translates to "never diminishing" or "eternal". The festival is believed to bring lasting prosperity, success and good fortune. It is considered one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, when any new venture or investment is thought to yield positive outcomes.

Akshaya Tritiya is widely associated with buying gold, silver or o...