Leo Shani Horoscope Today, 19 October 2026: Sandhi Puja at the Ashtami-Navami junction helps ease Ketu's confusion

Leo has carried Ketu on its lagna for months, along with a fog of doubt. On Monday, Sandhi Puja, held in the 48 minutes when Ashtami ends and Navami begins, offers a rare moment to clear it. The Moon sits in Capricorn, your sixth, in Shravana, while Ashtama Shani stays retrograde in your eighth.Sandhi Puja and Its PowerSandhi Puja honours Chamunda, the form of the goddess said to have slain the demons Chanda and Munda at this exact point in time. One hundred and eight lamps and 108 lotuses are offered as the moment passes.This year it comes before noon in eastern India. Confirm the exact minutes with your local pandal.Ketu on Your LagnaKetu in the first house can make goals feel unclear. You may question a career choice or a relationship without a clear reason.Sandhi Puja marks the moment when one phase ends and another begins. Stand quietly during it and name one decision you are ready to make. Clarity often follows such a moment, even if slowly.Moon in the Sixth and the Weak SunThe Moon in Shravana, your sixth, supports practical routines. After the puja, finish one pending task at work or at home.Your ruler, debilitated in Libra with Mercury and a combust Venus, keeps confidence low. Speak gently and avoid proving points.Jupiter's gaze on the Moon from your twelfth brings calmer sleep after the festival rush.Ashtama Shani and PatienceRetrograde Shani in your eighth reminds you that clarity comes in stages. Avoid forcing big changes this week.Do's for Today·Attend Sandhi Puja and name one clear decision.·Finish one pending task after the puja.Don'ts for Today·Avoid questioning every choice you have made.·Do not force big changes this week.Shani Remedy for TodayHelp light the 108 lamps at your pandal's Sandhi Puja. Donate food to a shelter for stray dogs.Get the latest astrology news and horoscope updates. Download the TOI App.Read Also: Leo Daily Horoscope | Leo Weekly Horoscope | Leo Monthly Horoscope