What time is Rahu Kaal today in Gumla?

Rahu Kaal today in Gumla is 8:40 AM to 10:16 AM IST (1h 35m). It is calculated from Gumla's sunrise of 5:30 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in Gumla?

Rahu Kaal in Gumla is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately 1h 35m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in Gumla?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in Gumla changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. Gumla's sunrise today is 5:30 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 — Gumla, Jhārkhand

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Based on Gumla sunrise

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Rahu Kaal …

8:40 AM – 10:16 AM IST

⏳ 1h 35m 🌅 Sunrise 5:30 AM IST

This Week in Gumla

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Apr 17(today)	8:40 AM – 10:16 AM	1h 35m
Sat, Apr 18	4:04 AM – 2:40 AM	-2h -24m
Sun, Apr 19	9:02 PM – 7:37 PM	-2h -24m
Mon, Apr 20	5:28 AM – 4:03 AM	-2h -24m
Tue, Apr 21	10:26 PM – 9:02 PM	-2h -24m
Wed, Apr 22	1:14 AM – 11:50 PM	-2h -24m
Thu, Apr 23	11:50 PM – 10:26 PM	-2h -24m
Fri, Apr 24	2:36 AM – 1:13 AM	-2h -24m

About Rahu Kaal in Gumla

Gumla's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from Gumla's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 5:30 AM IST. Located in Jhārkhand, Gumla 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 Gumla?: Rahu Kaal today in Gumla is 8:40 AM to 10:16 AM IST (1h 35m). It is based on today's sunrise of 5:30 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In Gumla, today's sunrise is 5:30 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately 95 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 Gumla?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for Gumla (lat 23.0444°, lng 84.5417°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in Gumla, not a generic India-wide estimate.