October 17, 2026 Panchang: Muhurat and Rahu Kaal

October 17, 2026 Panchang: Tithi, Muhurat and Rahu Kaal

New Delhi, October 17, 2026: Saturday, October 17, marks the seventh day of Sharad Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Kalaratri, the seventh form of Goddess Durga. According to the Hindu Panchang, the day falls on Shukla Paksha Saptami in the month of Ashwin. Mula Nakshatra prevails during the early part of the day, followed by Purva Ashadha. Atiganda Yoga is also in effect, and the day marks Tula Sankranti. Here are the Panchang details, auspicious timings and Rahu Kaal for New Delhi.

📅 Today's Panchang — October 17, 2026

• Day: Saturday
• Hindu Month: Ashwin
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Saptami, until approximately 8:28 AM on October 18
• Nakshatra: Mula until approximately 9:47 AM, followed by Purva Ashadha
• Yoga: Atiganda until approximately 11:03 PM
• Karana: Gara until approximately 7:12 PM
• Moon Sign: Sagittarius
• Sun Sign: Virgo
• Season: Sharad (autumn)
• Special Observances: Seventh day of Sharad Navratri, Goddess Kalaratri worship and Tula Sankranti

🌸 Auspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Brahma Muhurta: 4:43 AM – 5:33 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:43 AM – 12:29 PM
• Godhuli Muhurta: 5:25 PM – 6:13 PM
• Pradosh Kaal: 5:49 PM – 7:19 PM
• Sunrise: 6:23 AM
• Sunset: 5:49 PM

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Rahu Kaal: 9:15 AM – 10:41 AM
• Yamaganda: 1:32 PM – 2:58 PM
• Gulika Kaal: 6:23 AM – 7:49 AM

🕉️ Today's Remedy

Devotees can worship Goddess Kalaratri on the seventh day of Navratri and offer red flowers according to their family traditions. Chanting a Durga mantra with devotion is another traditional practice. Since it is Saturday, people may also donate food or essential supplies to those in need.

Note: Timings are based on New Delhi Panchang calculations. They may vary slightly across locations and almanacs. Confirm local timings before planning an important religious ceremony.