Hindu Panchang for Saturday, 17 October 2026 — Tithi Shukla Paksha Saptami, Nakshatra Mula
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Saturday, 17 October 2026
🕉️ Vikram Samvat 2083Saka Samvat 1948📅 Bhadrapada (Amanta) / Bhadrapada (Purnimanta) Masa🌿 Uttarayana · Varsha Ritu
Surya (Sunrise/Sunset)Virgo
06:23to05:49
Rashi: कन्या · Dinamana: —
Tithi & MoonShukla Paksha
Shukla Paksha Saptami
Ends at 06:23 AM · Moon in धनु
NakshatraPada 4
Mula
Lord: Ketu · Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction)
Muhurat StatusRahu: 09:14 – 10:40
Abhijit: 11:43 – 12:29
Most auspicious interval of the day
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Solar & Lunar Ephemeris
Daily celestial cycles of Surya (Sunrise & Sunset) and Chandra (Moonrise, Moonset & Paksha phases) for astrological calculations.
☀️ Sun in Virgo🌙 Moon in Sagittarius
Sunrise & Sunset
06:23to05:49
Sun in Virgo
🌅
Moonrise & Moonset
12:22to10:34
Moon in Sagittarius
🌙
Paksha (Fortnight)
Shukla Paksha
Waxing Phase (Bright)
🌕
Ayana & Ritu
Uttarayana
Varsha Ritu
🌿
🕉️ Vikram Samvat 2083Saka Samvat 1948📅 Bhadrapada (Amanta) / Bhadrapada (Purnimanta) Masa
Pancha Anga(पञ्चाङ्ग)
The Five Cosmic Pillars of Vedic Time Measurement
Tithiतिथि
Shukla Paksha Saptami
Shukla Paksha
⏱️Ends: 06:23 AM
Deity: Surya (Sun God)
Governs spiritual energy, ritual suitability, and emotional balance.
Nakshatraनक्षत्र
Mula
Pada 4 • Lord: Ketu
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction)
Governs mental temperament, cognitive focus, and subconscious tendencies.
Yogaयोग
Atiganda
Caution (अशुभ)
⏱️Ends: 09:40 PM
Deity: Yoga Devata
Harmonious angular distance between Sun & Moon, influencing life longevity.
Karanaकरण
Gara
standard Karana
Deity: Brahma Devata
Half division of a Tithi, ideal for calculating success in financial actions.
Varaवार
Shanivara
Ruler: Saturn
Deity: Lord Shani Deva & Hanuman
Day of the week, infused with the planetary frequency of its cosmic deity.
Auspicious & Inauspicious Timings(मुहूर्त एवं अशुभ काल)
Real-time calculations based on solar horizon angles
Shubh Muhurat (शुभ मुहूर्त)
Favorable periods for spiritual, commercial, and personal beginnings
Abhijit Muhuratअभिजीत मुहूर्त
11:43 – 12:29
Most auspicious 48-minute period of the day; removes all doshas.
Brahma Muhurtaब्रह्म मुहूर्त
04:51 – 05:37
Pre-dawn divine window ideal for meditation, yoga, and sadhana.
Amrit Kaalअमृत काल
07:09 – 07:54
Nectar period suitable for commencement of important work.
Vijaya Muhuratविजय मुहूर्त
03:32 – 04:18
Auspicious afternoon window for success in litigation, ventures, and journeys.
Godhuli Muhuratगोधूलि मुहूर्त
05:26 – 06:12
Twilight sunset moment blessed for puja and spiritual vows.
Ashubh Kaal (अशुभ काल)
Periods requiring caution; avoid starting journeys or new contracts
Rahu Kalamराहु काल
09:14 – 10:40
Avoid initiating major deals, travel, or sacred ceremonies.
Yamagandamयमगण्ड काल
01:32 – 02:58
Governed by Yama; inauspicious for signing financial contracts.
Gulika Kalamगुलिक काल
06:23 – 07:49
Governed by Saturn; repeat effects occur for events initiated.
Dur Muhuratदुर्मुहूर्त
11:43 – 12:29
Adverse astrological period; avoid beginning new journeys.
Disha Shool (दिशा शूल)Travel Advisory
Avoid traveling towards East (पूर्व) today
Governed by Saturn (Lord Shani Deva & Hanuman). Undertaking new journeys in this direction carries subtle cosmic resistance.
Prescribed Vedic Remedy (निवारण उपाय)
Consume curd before travelling East
Choghadiya Muhurat(चौघड़िया मुहूर्त)
Traditional 8-part daytime & nighttime muhurat divisions
| Choghadiya | Time Period | Suitability |
|---|---|---|
Kaal | 06:23 AM – 07:49 AM | Inauspicious |
Shubh | 07:49 AM – 09:14 AM | Auspicious |
Rog | 09:14 AM – 10:40 AM | Inauspicious |
Udveg | 10:40 AM – 12:06 PM | Inauspicious |
Chara | 12:06 PM – 01:32 PM | Good |
Labh | 01:32 PM – 02:58 PM | Auspicious |
Amrit | 02:58 PM – 04:23 PM | Auspicious |
Kaal | 04:23 PM – 05:49 PM | Inauspicious |
Hindu Calendar(मासिक पञ्चाङ्ग)
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What is Today's Panchang, Tithi and Muhurat in New Delhi?
Today's Panchang for New Delhi on Saturday, 17 October 2026: The presiding Tithi is Shukla Paksha Saptami and the active Nakshatra is Mula. The most auspicious Abhijit Muhurat falls between 11:43 – 12:29. The inauspicious Rahu Kalam window is active from 09:14 – 10:40. Sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset occurs at 05:49.
Key Celestial Facts at a Glance
- ✦Presiding Tithi: Shukla Paksha Saptami (Paksha: Shukla)
- ✦Active Lunar Mansion (Nakshatra): Mula
- ✦Auspicious Abhijit Muhurat: 11:43 – 12:29 (Ideal for new beginnings)
- ✦Inauspicious Rahu Kalam: 09:14 – 10:40 (Avoid auspicious work)
- ✦Solar Schedule: Sunrise at 06:23 • Sunset at 05:49
- ✦Planetary Combinations: Yoga Atiganda • Karana Gara
- ✦Lunar Phase: Waxing Phase (Shukla Paksha)
Methodology: High-precision Jean Meeus Ephemeris • Synchronized to IST (82.5°E)
Scriptural References: Surya Siddhanta • Muhurta Chintamani
Frequently Asked Questions — Saturday, 17 October 2026
Vedic answers verified by scholarly astrology guidelines for New Delhi and across India.
What is today's Tithi in New Delhi?+
Today in New Delhi (Saturday, 17 October 2026), the prevailing Tithi is Shukla Paksha Saptami. Tithi represents the lunar day calculated from the longitudinal separation of the Sun and Moon in accordance with Drik Ganita ephemeris.
What is the Rahu Kaal timing today in New Delhi?+
Rahu Kalam in New Delhi today is from 09:14 – 10:40. In Vedic astrology, Rahu Kaal is considered an unfavorable period ruled by the shadow planet Rahu; starting major ventures, registrations, or journeys during this period is traditionally avoided.
What is the most auspicious Shubh Muhurat today?+
The most auspicious time today is Abhijit Muhurat, occurring between 11:43 – 12:29. Abhijit Muhurat is the 8th Muhurat of the day centered around midday, capable of nullifying numerous planetary doshas.
Which Nakshatra is active today?+
Today's active Nakshatra is Mula. Each of the 27 Nakshatras is governed by a deity and planetary ruler, influencing daily rituals, mental temperament, and auspicious beginnings.
How are SattvaLok Panchang timings calculated?+
SattvaLok calculates ephemerides using high-precision astronomical algorithms (Jean Meeus astronomical calculations) aligned with Indian Standard Time (IST 82.5°E) and local coordinates (28.6139°N, 77.2090°E). This ensures sub-minute accuracy for sunrise, sunset, and prahara divisions.