October 18, 2026 Panchang: Muhurat & Rahu Kaal

New Delhi, October 18, 2026: Sunday, October 18, falls on Shukla Paksha Saptami in the Hindu month of Ashwin. Saptami Tithi continues until approximately 8:28 AM, after which Ashtami begins. The day marks the seventh day of Sharad Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Kalaratri. Devotees observe the occasion with prayers and religious rituals, seeking courage, peace and well-being. Here is the complete Panchang for New Delhi, including tithi, nakshatra, auspicious timings and Rahu Kaal.

📅 Today's Panchang — October 18, 2026

• Day: Sunday
• Hindu Month: Ashwin
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Saptami until approximately 8:28 AM, followed by Ashtami
• Nakshatra: Purva Ashadha until approximately 12:48 PM, followed by Uttara Ashadha
• Yoga: Sukarma until approximately 11:55 PM
• Karana: Vanija until approximately 8:28 AM, followed by Vishti (Bhadra)
• Moon Sign: Sagittarius at sunrise
• Sun Sign: Libra
• Season: Sharad (autumn)
• Special Occasion: Seventh day of Sharad Navratri; worship of Goddess Kalaratri

🌸 Auspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Brahma Muhurta: 4:43 AM – 5:33 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:43 AM – 12:29 PM
• Vijaya Muhurta: Approximately 2:06 PM – 2:48 PM
• Godhuli Muhurta: 5:24 PM – 6:12 PM
• Sunrise: Approximately 6:23 AM
• Sunset: Approximately 5:48 PM

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Rahu Kaal: 4:23 PM – 5:48 PM
• Yamaganda: 12:06 PM – 1:32 PM
• Gulika Kaal: 2:57 PM – 4:23 PM

🕉️ Today's Remedy

On the seventh day of Sharad Navratri, devotees can worship Goddess Kalaratri with devotion, light a diya and pray for the well-being of their family. Chanting a Durga mantra and helping people in need are also meaningful ways to observe the day. According to Hindu religious beliefs, worshipping Goddess Kalaratri symbolises courage and the removal of negativity.

Note: Panchang timings may vary slightly according to location and calculation method. Check a local Panchang before planning an important religious ceremony.