October 7, 2026 Panchang: Shubh Muhurat and Rahu Kaal

New Delhi, October 7, 2026: Wednesday, October 7, 2026, is religiously significant as it falls on Krishna Paksha Dwadashi of Ashwina month. The day marks the parana of Indira Ekadashi fast, along with Dwadashi Shraddha. According to the New Delhi Panchang, Magha Nakshatra continues until 9:40 PM, after which Purva Phalguni begins.

The Moon will remain in Leo (Simha Rashi), while the Sun will be in Virgo. Devotees observing religious rituals can use the day's auspicious timings, while Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulikai Kalam should be avoided for starting important auspicious activities.

📅 October 7, 2026 Panchang

• Day: Wednesday
• Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
• Dwadashi ends: 11:16 PM
• Nakshatra: Magha
• Magha ends: 9:40 PM
• Next Nakshatra: Purva Phalguni
• Yoga: Shubha Yoga
• Karana: Kaulava, followed by Taitila
• Moon Sign: Leo
• Sun Sign: Virgo
• Season: Sharad (Autumn)
• Ayana: Dakshinayana 

🌅 Sunrise and Sunset

For New Delhi, the Panchang timings are:

• Sunrise: 6:17 AM
• Sunset: 6:00 PM
• Madhyahna: 12:09 PM 

🌸 Auspicious Timings

• Brahma Muhurta: Approximately 4:39 AM – 5:28 AM
• Vijaya Muhurta: 2:06 PM – 2:53 PM
• Amrit Kalam: 7:20 PM – 8:53 PM
• Godhuli Muhurta: 6:00 PM – 6:25 PM
• Sayahna Sandhya: 6:00 PM – 7:14 PM

There is no Abhijit Muhurta on October 7 according to the New Delhi Panchang.

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings

• Rahu Kaal: 12:09 PM – 1:37 PM
• Yamaganda: 7:45 AM – 9:13 AM
• Gulikai Kalam: 10:41 AM – 12:09 PM
• Varjyam: 9:58 AM – 11:32 AM
• Dur Muhurtam: 11:45 AM – 12:32 PM
• Ganda Moola: 6:17 AM – 9:40 PM
• Vidaal Yoga: Begins after 9:40 PM 

It is traditionally advised to avoid beginning important auspicious activities during Rahu Kaal and other inauspicious periods.

🕉️ Religious Significance of October 7

October 7 is the parana day for Indira Ekadashi. The Ekadashi Tithi began on October 6 and continued until after midnight on October 7, making Dwadashi the appropriate Tithi for completing the fast.

The day is also associated with Dwadashi Shraddha, making remembrance and prayers for ancestors especially significant according to Hindu religious traditions.

🙏 Today’s Religious Remedy

Devotees can worship Lord Vishnu and offer Tulsi leaves, yellow flowers and a lamp. After completing the Ekadashi fast, donating food or other necessities to someone in need is traditionally considered auspicious.

Chanting the Vishnu mantra “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” can also be included in the day's prayers. Remembering ancestors and performing appropriate Tarpan according to family tradition is also considered meaningful.

📌 Conclusion

The October 7, 2026 Panchang features Krishna Paksha Dwadashi, Magha Nakshatra and Shubha Yoga. The day is particularly significant because of the Indira Ekadashi Parana and Dwadashi Shraddha. Devotees can plan religious activities according to the day's auspicious timings while avoiding Rahu Kaal and other inauspicious periods.