What time is Rahu Kaal today in New Delhi?

Rahu Kaal today in New Delhi is 9:07 AM to 10:43 AM IST (1h 37m). It is calculated from New Delhi's sunrise of 5:54 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in New Delhi?

Rahu Kaal in New Delhi is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately 1h 37m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in New Delhi?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in New Delhi changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. New Delhi's sunrise today is 5:54 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 — New Delhi, Delhi

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Based on New Delhi sunrise

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9:07 AM – 10:43 AM IST

⏳ 1h 37m 🌅 Sunrise 5:54 AM IST

This Week in New Delhi

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Apr 17(today)	9:07 AM – 10:43 AM	1h 37m
Sat, Apr 18	7:29 AM – 9:06 AM	1h 37m
Sun, Apr 19	3:34 PM – 5:11 PM	1h 37m
Mon, Apr 20	5:51 AM – 7:28 AM	1h 37m
Tue, Apr 21	1:56 PM – 3:34 PM	1h 37m
Wed, Apr 22	10:41 AM – 12:19 PM	1h 38m
Thu, Apr 23	12:19 PM – 1:57 PM	1h 38m
Fri, Apr 24	9:03 AM – 10:41 AM	1h 38m

About Rahu Kaal in New Delhi

New Delhi's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from New Delhi's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 5:54 AM IST. Located in Delhi, New Delhi 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is Rahu Kaal today in New Delhi?: Rahu Kaal today in New Delhi is 9:07 AM to 10:43 AM IST (1h 37m). It is based on today's sunrise of 5:54 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In New Delhi, today's sunrise is 5:54 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately 97 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 New Delhi?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for New Delhi (lat 28.6139°, lng 77.2089°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in New Delhi, not a generic India-wide estimate.