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Aaj Ka Panchang 28 October 2026: Tithi, Nakshatra, Rahu Kaal, Shubh Muhurat & Choghadiya

By Lakshay Sharma | On 09 September, 2026 | Views

Welcome to today's daily Panchang update on Harishyam.com, your trusted guide for aligning daily routines, business plans, and sacred Hindu traditions with auspicious timings. Today’s Panchang for Jaipur includes Shukla Panchami, Chitra Nakshatra, Vishkambha Yoga, Balava Karana, sunrise, sunset, Rahu Kaal, Abhijit Muhurat, and special Choghadiya timings.

Panchang Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Date: 28 October 2026 Day: Wednesday (Budhavara) Time Zone: IST (UTC+5:30)

Aaj Ka Panchang — Wednesday, 28 October 2026

Panchang Element	Today's Details
Day / Vara	Wednesday (Budhavara)
Tithi	Shukla Panchami up to 1:59 PM, followed by Shukla Shashthi
Paksha	Shukla Paksha
Tithi Ends	1:59 PM (Panchami), then Shashthi
Nakshatra	Chitra up to 7:54 PM, followed by Swati
Nakshatra Ends	7:54 PM
Yoga	Vishkambha up to 11:13 PM, followed by Priti
Yoga Ends	11:13 PM (next day)
Karana	Balava up to 1:59 PM, then Kaulava up to 1:11 AM (next day), followed by Taitila
Karana Ends	1:59 PM (Balava), then 1:11 AM (Kaulava)
Moon Rashi	Virgo (Kanya) up to evening, then Libra (Tula)
Sun Rashi	Libra (Tula)
Vikram Samvat	2083
Shaka Samvat	1948
Ayana	Dakshinayana
Ritu	Sharad Ritu (Autumn)

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset

Sunrise: 6:44 AM
Sunset: 5:45 PM
Moonrise: 9:10 AM
Moonset: 7:29 PM
Day Duration: 11 hours 0 minutes
Night Duration: 13 hours 0 minutes

These timings are calculated for Jaipur and may differ for other cities.

Today's Tithi

Shukla Panchami — Shukla Paksha

Today is Shukla Panchami, the fifth day of the bright lunar fortnight. This Tithi is dedicated to the Nagas (serpent deities) and is observed as Nag Panchami in some months (though not typically in this one). It is generally considered favorable for educational pursuits, starting new creative projects, learning arts, and performing rituals related to divine energies.

Today's Tithi remains in effect until approximately 1:59 PM, after which Shukla Shashthi begins.

Tithi Significance

Panchami of Shukla Paksha is traditionally regarded as an auspicious day for all good works, especially those related to learning, arts, and ceremonies.

Today's Nakshatra

Chitra Nakshatra

Chitra Nakshatra, symbolized by a bright star or a jewel, represents beauty, art, creativity, brightness, and sometimes Maya (illusion). It is governed by Tvashtar (the celestial architect). This constellation encourages artistic expression, design, decorative work, and undertaking tasks that require focus on aesthetics and detail.

Nakshatra: Chitra
Pada: Various padas active throughout the day and night
Ends at: 7:54 PM (late at night)

Today's Yoga

Vishkambha Yoga

Vishkambha Yoga signifies support, foundation, and sometimes a barrier or obstacle (in a supportive sense, like a pillar). Activities initiated during this period tend to be stable, well-supported, and have long-term potential. It is considered a favorable time for undertaking important tasks and laying strong foundations.

Yoga ends: 11:13 PM (early next morning, followed by Priti Yoga)

Today's Karana

Balava / Kaulava Karana

Balava is a movable Karana favorable for auspicious ceremonies, charity work, productive daily commerce, and structured physical tasks. This is followed by Kaulava Karana, which is favorable for friendly interactions and building productive alliances.

Karana ends: 1:59 PM (followed by Kaulava Karana)

Today's Rahu Kaal

Rahu Kaal: 12:19 PM – 1:42 PM

Rahu Kaal is traditionally considered an unfavorable period for beginning important new activities according to Vedic astrology. People who follow this tradition generally avoid starting major work during this inauspicious time slot.

Note: Rahu Kaal varies according to the weekday and local sunrise/sunset, so the timing should always be calculated for the selected location.

Today's Yamaganda Kaal

Yamaganda: 7:56 AM – 9:19 AM

Traditionally ruled by Lord Yama, this window is generally avoided for signing major agreements, launching new products, or initiating important ventures where you desire long-term expansion and positive outcomes.

Today's Gulika Kaal

Gulika Kaal: 10:43 AM – 12:19 PM

This timeframe is traditionally associated with Saturn's subordinate force. While routine administrative actions can continue, major auspicious undertakings, travel beginnings, or high-stakes financial commitments are usually postponed.

Today's Abhijit Muhurat

Abhijit Muhurat: 11:42 AM – 12:27 PM

Abhijit Muhurat is traditionally regarded as an auspicious period around midday and is commonly considered suitable for beginning certain important activities, overcoming obstacles, and executing vital decisions.

Note: This timing is specific to Jaipur and nearby regions.

Today's Brahma Muhurat

Brahma Muhurat: 5:06 AM – 5:55 AM

Brahma Muhurat occurs before sunrise and is traditionally considered an especially suitable time for prayer, meditation, study, yoga, and spiritual practices.

Today's Choghadiya

Day Choghadiya

Choghadiya	Time	Nature
1	6:44 AM – 8:07 AM	Inauspicious
2	8:07 AM – 9:31 AM	Auspicious
3	9:31 AM – 10:54 AM	Neutral
4	10:54 AM – 12:19 PM	Auspicious
5	12:19 PM – 1:42 PM	Auspicious
6	1:42 PM – 3:05 PM	Inauspicious
7	3:05 PM – 4:29 PM	Neutral
8	4:29 PM – 5:45 PM	Auspicious

Night Choghadiya

Choghadiya	Time	Nature
1	5:45 PM – 7:22 PM	Inauspicious
2	7:22 PM – 8:58 PM	Auspicious
3	8:58 PM – 10:34 PM	Inauspicious
4	10:34 PM – 12:10 AM (next day)	Neutral
5	12:10 AM – 1:46 AM (next day)	Auspicious
6	1:46 AM – 3:22 AM	Inauspicious
7	3:22 AM – 4:58 AM	Auspicious
8	4:58 AM – 6:44 AM	Inauspicious

Choghadiya is traditionally utilized to select favourable daytime and nighttime windows for travel, trade, business meetings, or shifting goods. Amrit, Shubh, and Labh are considered ideal for starting constructive work, whereas Rog, Kaal, and Udveg are typically avoided.

Today's Vrat and Festivals

*(There are no major fasts or festivals scheduled for today according to the standard Hindu calendar, making it a suitable day for routine constructive activities.)

Today's Shubh Muhurat

The following timings are considered auspicious according to the Hindu almanac calculations for Jaipur:

Muhurat	Time
Abhijit Muhurat	11:42 AM – 12:27 PM
Brahma Muhurat	5:06 AM – 5:55 AM
Amrit / Labh Choghadiya Window	9:31 AM – 10:54 AM & 12:19 PM – 1:42 PM

Important: Muhurat suitability can depend on the nature of the activity and, in traditional Jyotish practice, may also depend on an individual's horoscope (Kundli). These timings should therefore be treated as general Panchang guidance rather than a personalized Muhurat.

Today's Ashubh Muhurat

Rahu Kaal: 12:19 PM – 1:42 PM
Yamaganda: 7:56 AM – 9:19 AM
Gulika Kaal: 10:43 AM – 12:19 PM
Dur Muhurat: 08:13 AM – 08:58 AM & 11:42 AM – 12:27 PM
Varjyam: 04:34 PM – 06:19 PM

These inauspicious time periods are traditionally avoided for beginning certain important activities or financial transactions.

Moon Rashi Today

Moon in Virgo (Kanya) transitioning to Libra (Tula)

The Moon begins the day in Virgo, encouraging practicality, analytical thinking, attention to detail, service, and organizational skills. As it shifts into Libra in the evening, the focus moves towards balance, harmony, justice, partnership, and diplomacy.

Sun Rashi Today

Sun in Libra (Tula)

The Sun is transiting through Libra, which emphasizes balance, harmony, justice, partnership, and diplomacy. This period favors cooperation, negotiation, aesthetic appreciation, and focusing on fairness and equilibrium in all interactions.

Today's Panchang in Short

For readers who want a quick answer:

Tithi: Shukla Paksha Panchami
Nakshatra: Chitra
Yoga: Vishkambha
Karana: Balava
Rahu Kaal: 12:19 PM – 1:42 PM
Abhijit Muhurat: 11:42 AM – 12:27 PM
Sunrise: 6:44 AM
Sunset: 5:55 PM (Correction: 5:45 PM)
Moonrise: 9:10 AM
Moonset: 7:29 PM

What Is Panchang?

Panchang, or Panchangam, is a traditional Hindu calendar and almanac based on five principal astronomical elements: Tithi (lunar day), Vara (weekday), Nakshatra (constellation), Yoga, and Karana (half-tithi).

The Panchang is traditionally consulted for understanding festival dates, Hindu calendar details, vrat observances, religious rituals, and auspicious timings.

Because many timings are based on local sunrise, sunset, and precise planetary positions, Panchang timings can vary from one geographic location to another.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is today's Tithi? Today's Tithi is Shukla Paksha Panchami, which ends at approximately 1:59 PM in Jaipur, followed by Shukla Paksha Shashthi.
What is today's Nakshatra? Today's Nakshatra is Chitra, which continues until approximately 7:54 PM late at night.
What is today's Rahu Kaal? Today's Rahu Kaal in Jaipur is from 12:19 PM to 1:42 PM.
What is today's Abhijit Muhurat? Today's Abhijit Muhurat is from 11:42 AM to 12:27 PM.
What time is sunrise today? Sunrise in Jaipur is at approximately 6:44 AM.
What time is sunset today? Sunset in Jaipur is at approximately 5:45 PM.
Which Tithi is today? Today is Shukla Paksha Panchami of Shukla Paksha.
Is today's Panchang the same everywhere in India? Not necessarily. While some calendar elements may remain the same over large regions, timings such as sunrise, sunset, Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Muhurat depend on location. Therefore, Panchang timings should be calculated for the relevant city.

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I’m Lakshay Sharma, a writer with a deep passion for Hindu mythology, Vastu Shastra, and home interiors. I enjoy exploring the rich traditions of Hindu gods and goddesses, sharing insights into Vastu principles, and offering guidance on creating sacred spaces like Puja Mandirs. Through my writing, I aim to inspire harmony and spiritual well-being, blending traditional knowledge with modern perspectives.

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