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Rahu Kaal is considered an inauspicious time, when starting a new task is prohibited. Here you will find the exact Rahu Kaal for each day and its significance.

Inauspicious Times
Rahu Kaal
Start: 12:33 pm End: 01:54 pm
Gulikai Kalam
Start: 11:12 am End: 12:33 pm
Yamaganda
Start: 08:31 am End: 09:52 am
⏰ Rahu Kaal timing

Know today's Rahu Kaal by selecting your city and date.

Rahu Kaal Q&A
Q.1. What is Rahu Kaal?

Answer: Rahu Kaal is considered an inauspicious time when doing any new and auspicious work is forbidden. This time varies every day and is about one and a half hours.

Q.2. How is Rahu Kaal calculated?

Answer: Rahu Kaal is calculated by dividing the time between sunrise and sunset into eight equal parts.

Q.3. Is Rahu Kaal different every day?

Answer: Yes, the time of Rahu Kaal is different for each day of the week.

Q.4. Why is Rahu Kaal important?

Answer: According to astrology, Rahu is a shadow planet. Starting auspicious work during Rahu Kaal can lead to obstacles, failure or delay.

Q.5. Are all works forbidden during Rahu Kaal?

Answer: No, only new and auspicious works like marriage, starting a journey, starting a new business etc. are forbidden during Rahu Kaal. Everyday works are not affected.

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