Rahu Kalam Today
Rahu Kaal timings for New Delhi — Wednesday, 8 April 2026
Weekly Rahu Kalam Schedule
| Day | Slot | Approx. Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 8 | 4:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Monday | 2 | 7:30 – 9:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 7 | 3:00 – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 4 | 10:30 – 12:00 PM |
| Saturday | 3 | 9:00 – 10:30 AM |
Times shown are approximate based on average sunrise. Actual times vary by city and season.
What is Rahu Kalam?
Rahu Kalam (राहु काल), also known as Rahu Kaal, is an inauspicious time period in Vedic astrology that occurs every day. It is governed by Rahu, one of the nine celestial bodies (Navagraha) in Hindu astrology. Rahu is a shadow planet (chhaya graha) — the north lunar node — associated with confusion, deception, and obstacles.
The calculation divides the daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) into 8 equal parts. Rahu Kalam occupies one specific slot depending on the weekday: Monday gets slot 2, Saturday slot 3, Friday slot 4, Wednesday slot 5, Thursday slot 6, Tuesday slot 7, and Sunday slot 8. This means Rahu Kalam falls at different times each day.
While Rahu Kalam is considered inauspicious for initiating new activities, it does not affect work already in progress. Routine activities like eating, sleeping, and daily chores can continue normally. The restriction applies primarily to starting something new — a business, a journey, a ceremony, or signing an important document.
Activities to Avoid During Rahu Kalam
- ✕Starting a new business or venture
- ✕Signing important contracts or agreements
- ✕Beginning a journey or travel
- ✕Performing auspicious ceremonies (marriage, griha pravesh)
- ✕Buying property, vehicles, or expensive items
- ✕Starting new courses or education
- ✕Filing important applications
Remedies if You Must Act During Rahu Kalam
- ●Chant the Rahu Beej Mantra: "Om Bhram Bhreem Bhroum Sah Rahave Namah"
- ●Visit a Durga temple or recite Durga Chalisa
- ●Donate black sesame seeds, mustard oil, or dark-colored items
- ●Light a sesame oil lamp facing south-west
- ●Recite Hanuman Chalisa for protection from Rahu's malefic effects
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rahu Kalam?
Rahu Kalam (also called Rahu Kaal) is an inauspicious time period ruled by the shadow planet Rahu. It occurs every day for approximately 1.5 hours. During this period, starting new ventures, travel, or important activities is traditionally avoided in Hindu culture.
Can I start travel during Rahu Kalam?
It is traditionally advised to avoid starting a journey during Rahu Kalam. However, if travel is unavoidable, devotees chant Rahu mantras or pray to Lord Ganesha before departing. Activities already in progress are not affected.
Is Rahu Kalam same every day?
No. While the slot number (position in the day) for Rahu Kalam is fixed for each weekday, the actual clock times vary daily because they depend on local sunrise and sunset. The 12-hour day is divided into 8 equal parts, and Rahu Kalam falls in a specific slot depending on the weekday.