Panchang • Rahu Kaal
Friday Rahu Kaal — Timings & Precautions
Rahu Kaal is an inauspicious period of approximately 1.5 hours each day. New beginnings, travel, marriage and investments should be avoided during this time. On Friday April 24 2026, pay special attention to Rahu Kaal.
April 24 2026 — Special Note
On Friday April 24 2026, Rahu Kaal is from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Perform Bagalamukhi Jayanti and Durgashtami puja BEFORE Rahu Kaal (Brahma or Abhijit Muhurat) or AFTER (Pradosh Kaal).
Rahu Kaal Table — All 7 Days
Sunday
4:30 — 6:00 PM
Monday
7:30 — 9:00 AM
Tuesday
3:00 — 4:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 — 1:30 PM
Thursday
1:30 — 3:00 PM
Friday ★
10:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 — 10:30 AM
Avoid During Rahu Kaal
- ✗Starting new business or investments
- ✗Marriage or engagement ceremony
- ✗Griha Pravesh or Bhoomi Puja
- ✗Beginning long journeys
- ✗Signing legal documents
- ✗Starting new medication
Do During Rahu Kaal
- ✓Chanting Durga or Rahu mantras
- ✓Completing existing work
- ✓Meditation and pranayama
- ✓Puja, kirtan and bhajans
- ✓Reading or studying
- ✓Spending time with family