Question 1

What is an auspicious time in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

An auspicious time (shubh muhurat) in Hinduism is a period considered favourable for starting important activities such as travel, business, marriage, or worship. It is calculated from the Panchangam — a Hindu almanac based on the positions of the sun, moon, and planets. Common auspicious windows include Brahma Muhurta (pre-dawn), Abhijit Muhurta (solar noon), and Choghadiya blocks (dawn to dusk).

Question 2

What is Rahu Kalam and why should it be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Rahu Kalam is a 90-minute period each day considered inauspicious in the Hindu Panchangam because it is ruled by Rahu, a shadow planet associated with confusion and obstacles. Starting new ventures, travel, or important decisions during Rahu Kalam is traditionally avoided. The timing is calculated from each city's actual sunrise time — not IST.

Question 3

What is the difference between Choghadiya and Nalla Neram?

Accepted Answer

Both are auspicious time systems from the Panchangam but from different regional traditions. Choghadiya is a North Indian system dividing each day into 8 blocks, primarily used in Hindi-speaking states. Nalla Neram is the Tamil equivalent, used in Tamil Nadu and Tamil diaspora communities, and includes windows like Gulika Kalam and Yamagandam.

Question 4

Do auspicious times change based on city location?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All auspicious time calculations on Clicktime.in are based on each city's actual local sunrise time, not a single national standard. Since India spans 30° of longitude, sunrise in Mumbai differs from sunrise in Kolkata by about 1.5 hours. Using the correct city ensures the Rahu Kalam, Choghadiya, and Nalla Neram times are accurate for your location.

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