What time is Rahu Kaal today in Alipur Duar?

Rahu Kaal today in Alipur Duar is 8:38 AM to 10:08 AM IST (1h 31m). It is calculated from Alipur Duar's sunrise of 5:37 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in Alipur Duar?

Rahu Kaal in Alipur Duar is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately 1h 31m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in Alipur Duar?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in Alipur Duar changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. Alipur Duar's sunrise today is 5:37 AM IST.

What is Rahu Kaal used for?

Rahu Kaal is a period considered inauspicious in Hindu tradition. It is avoided for starting new ventures, important decisions, travel, purchases, or ceremonies. Most Hindu communities across India follow this tradition.

Rahu Kaal Today — Alipur Duar, West Bengal

Friday, March 20, 2026 · Based on Alipur Duar sunrise

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8:38 AM – 10:08 AM IST

⏳ 1h 31m 🌅 Sunrise 5:37 AM IST

This Week in Alipur Duar

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Mar 20(today)	8:38 AM – 10:08 AM	1h 31m
Sat, Mar 21	7:06 AM – 8:37 AM	1h 31m
Sun, Mar 22	2:41 PM – 4:12 PM	1h 31m
Mon, Mar 23	5:34 AM – 7:05 AM	1h 31m
Tue, Mar 24	1:09 PM – 2:41 PM	1h 31m
Wed, Mar 25	10:06 AM – 11:38 AM	1h 32m
Thu, Mar 26	11:37 AM – 1:09 PM	1h 32m
Fri, Mar 27	2:33 AM – 1:05 AM	-2h -28m

About Rahu Kaal in Alipur Duar

Alipur Duar's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from Alipur Duar's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 5:37 AM IST. Located in West Bengal, Alipur Duar shares the Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) timezone, so Rahu Kaal times here are the same as seen on any Indian panchang — but calculated precisely for today's date, not a fixed seasonal estimate.

Rahu Kaal is a daily inauspicious period observed across most Hindu traditions. It corresponds to one of eight equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset), with the specific segment varying by weekday. Today being Friday, Rahu Kaal falls in the 4th daytime segment.

Rahu Kaal — Upcoming 14 Days

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is Rahu Kaal today in Alipur Duar?: Rahu Kaal today in Alipur Duar is 8:38 AM to 10:08 AM IST (1h 31m). It is based on today's sunrise of 5:37 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In Alipur Duar, today's sunrise is 5:37 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately 91 minutes per segment.
What should I avoid during Rahu Kaal?: During Rahu Kaal, Hindu tradition advises avoiding starting new ventures, signing contracts, making major purchases, beginning journeys, or performing ceremonies. Routine work and already-started activities are generally considered fine to continue.
Is this Rahu Kaal time correct for Alipur Duar?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for Alipur Duar (lat 26.489°, lng 89.527°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in Alipur Duar, not a generic India-wide estimate.