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Aaj Ka Panchang 31 October 2026: Tithi, Nakshatra, Rahu Kaal, Shubh Muhurat & Choghadiya

By Lakshay Sharma | On 09 September, 2026 | Views

Aaj Ka Panchang — Saturday, 31 October 2026

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 Ashtami, Anuradha Nakshatra, Saubhagya Yoga, Gara Karana, sunrise, sunset, Rahu Kaal, Abhijit Muhurat, and special Choghadiya timings.

Panchang Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Date: 31 October 2026 Day: Saturday (Shanivara) Time Zone: IST (UTC+5:30)

Aaj Ka Panchang 31 October 2026

Panchang Element	Today's Details
Day / Vara	Saturday (Shanivara)
Tithi	Shukla Ashtami up to 1:17 PM, followed by Shukla Navami
Paksha	Shukla Paksha
Tithi Ends	1:17 PM (Ashtami), then Navami
Nakshatra	Anuradha up to 8:42 PM, followed by Jyeshtha
Nakshatra Ends	8:42 PM
Yoga	Saubhagya up to 10:32 PM, followed by Sobhana
Yoga Ends	10:32 PM (next day)
Karana	Gara up to 1:17 PM, then Vanija up to 1:03 AM (next day), followed by Vishti
Karana Ends	1:17 PM (Gara), then 1:03 AM (Vanija)
Moon Rashi	Scorpio (Vrishchika)
Sun Rashi	Libra (Tula)
Vikram Samvat	2083
Shaka Samvat	1948
Ayana	Dakshinayana
Ritu	Sharad Ritu (Autumn)

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset

Sunrise: 6:47 AM
Sunset: 5:42 PM
Moonrise: 12:15 PM
Moonset: 10:21 PM
Day Duration: 10 hours 55 minutes
Night Duration: 13 hours 5 minutes

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

Today's Tithi

Shukla Ashtami — Shukla Paksha

Today is Shukla Ashtami, the eighth day of the bright lunar fortnight. This Tithi is traditionally dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi (specifically in the form of 'Gaja Lakshmi' or 'Ashtami Lakshmi') and Goddess Durga. It is considered favorable for spiritual practices, especially those dedicated to feminine divine energy. It is also a significant day during the Chhath Puja festival, known as Chhath Kharna (or 'Rasia-Bhat' observance), involving offerings and the beginning of a rigorous fast.

Today's Tithi remains in effect until approximately 1:17 PM, after which Shukla Navami begins.

Tithi Significance

Ashtami of Shukla Paksha is traditionally regarded as a powerful day for dedicated efforts, especially those involving spiritual practice or seeking prosperity and protection.

Today's Nakshatra

Anuradha Nakshatra

Anuradha Nakshatra, symbolized by a triumphal arch or a lotus flower, represents devotion, success, friendship, and the ability to overcome obstacles. It is governed by Mitra (the deity of friendship and partnership). This constellation encourages building connections, engaging in research, and undertaking tasks that require dedication and long-term commitment.

Nakshatra: Anuradha
Pada: Various padas active throughout the day and night
Ends at: 8:42 PM (late at night)

Today's Yoga

Saubhagya Yoga

Saubhagya Yoga signifies good fortune, luck, and happiness. Activities initiated during this period tend to have favorable outcomes, promoting success, joy, and positive experiences. It is considered a very favorable time for undertaking important tasks and ventures.

Yoga ends: 10:32 PM (early next morning, followed by Sobhana Yoga)

Today's Karana

Gara / Vanija / Vishti Karana

Gara Karana is generally considered favorable for beginning studies, religious ceremonies, and foundational construction work. This is followed by Vanija Karana, which is favorable for trade and commerce. The day ends with Vishti (Bhadra) Karana, which is generally considered inauspicious for starting major new activities.

Karana ends: 1:17 PM (Gara), then 1:03 AM (Vanija), followed by Vishti

Today's Rahu Kaal

Rahu Kaal: 9:29 AM – 10:52 AM

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: 1:38 PM – 3:01 PM

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: 6:47 AM – 8:10 AM

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: 11:41 AM – 12:26 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: 5:09 AM – 5:58 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	6:47 AM – 8:10 AM	Inauspicious
2	8:10 AM – 9:29 AM	Auspicious
3	9:29 AM – 10:52 AM	Neutral
4	10:52 AM – 12:15 PM	Auspicious
5	12:15 PM – 1:38 PM	Auspicious
6	1:38 PM – 3:01 PM	Inauspicious
7	3:01 PM – 4:24 PM	Neutral
8	4:24 PM – 5:42 PM	Auspicious

Night Choghadiya

Choghadiya	Time	Nature
1	5:42 PM – 7:19 PM	Inauspicious
2	7:19 PM – 8:56 PM	Auspicious
3	8:56 PM – 10:33 PM	Inauspicious
4	10:33 PM – 12:10 AM (next day)	Neutral
5	12:10 AM – 1:47 AM (next day)	Auspicious
6	1:47 AM – 3:24 AM	Inauspicious
7	3:24 AM – 5:01 AM	Auspicious
8	5:01 AM – 6:47 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

Durga Ashtami & Chhath Puja (Kharna)

Today is observed as Durga Ashtami, a significant day dedicated to Goddess Durga, worshipped as part of the monthly Ashtami and especially during Navaratri (though today is not during a major Navaratri). Today is also a crucial day during the Chhath Puja festival, known as Kharna (or 'Rasia-Bhat' observance). On this day, devotees observe a day-long fast, breaking it only after sunset with a special offering (prasadam) of kheer (sweet rice pudding made with jaggery) and roti, distributed among family and friends. Following this, a rigorous 36-hour fast (without water) commences in preparation for the evening and morning offerings to the sun.

Today's Shubh Muhurat

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

Muhurat	Time
Abhijit Muhurat	11:41 AM – 12:26 PM
Brahma Muhurat	5:09 AM – 5:58 AM
Amrit Choghadiya Window	8:10 AM – 9:29 AM & 10:52 AM – 12:15 PM & 4:24 PM – 5:42 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: 9:29 AM – 10:52 AM
Yamaganda: 1:38 PM – 3:01 PM
Gulika Kaal: 6:47 AM – 8:10 AM
Dur Muhurat: 06:47 AM – 07:32 AM & 07:32 AM – 08:17 AM
Varjyam: 09:17 PM – 11:00 PM

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

Moon Rashi Today

Moon in Scorpio (Vrishchika)

The Moon's placement in Scorpio encourages depth, intensity, transformation, research, intuition, and emotional exploration. It is a time for delving into mysteries, addressing hidden issues, and approaching situations with a powerful and penetrating insight.

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 Ashtami
Nakshatra: Anuradha
Yoga: Saubhagya
Karana: Gara
Rahu Kaal: 9:29 AM – 10:52 AM
Abhijit Muhurat: 11:41 AM – 12:26 PM
Sunrise: 6:47 AM
Sunset: 5:42 PM
Moonrise: 12:15 PM
Moonset: 10:21 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

Q1.What is today's Tithi?

Ans: Today's Tithi is Shukla Paksha Ashtami, which ends at approximately 1:17 PM in Jaipur, followed by Shukla Paksha Navami.

Q2.What is today's Nakshatra?

Ans: Today's Nakshatra is Anuradha, which continues until approximately 8:42 PM late at night.

Q3.What is today's Rahu Kaal?

Ans: Today's Rahu Kaal in Jaipur is from 9:29 AM to 10:52 AM.

Q4.What is today's Abhijit Muhurat?

Ans: Today's Abhijit Muhurat is from 11:41 AM to 12:26 PM.

Q5.What time is sunrise today?

Ans: Sunrise in Jaipur is at approximately 6:47 AM.

Q6.What time is sunset today?

Ans: Sunset in Jaipur is at approximately 5:42 PM.

Q7.Which Tithi is today?

Ans: Today is Shukla Paksha Ashtami of Shukla Paksha.

Q8.Is today's Panchang the same everywhere in India?

Ans: 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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