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Mumbai: In Vedic astrology, certain time intervals are considered inauspicious for beginning important activities. These periods—Rahu Kaal, Gulika Kaal, and Yamaganda Kaal—are believed to bring delays, obstacles, and challenges. Many people avoid starting new ventures, making critical decisions, or undertaking journeys during these times.

Understanding Rahu Kaal, Gulika Kaal, and Yamaganda Kaal

Rahu Kaal

  • Lasts for 90 minutes each day and is ruled by Rahu, the shadow planet associated with illusions, confusion, and obstacles.
  • Avoid starting new projects, financial transactions, or important journeys during this period.

Gulika Kaal

  • Linked to Gulika, another malefic planetary influence, known for causing delays and setbacks.
  • While not as inauspicious as Rahu Kaal, postponing major decisions is advised.

Yamaganda Kaal

  • Associated with Yama, the god of death and judgment, making this a challenging period for undertaking new tasks.
  • Activities initiated during this time may require extra effort to succeed.

Today’s Rahu Kaal, Gulika Kaal & Yamaganda Kaal Timings Across Major Indian Cities

Mumbai & Navi Mumbai:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:22 AM – 9:51 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:20 AM – 12:48 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 2:17 PM – 3:45 PM

Pune & Nashik:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:19 AM – 9:48 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:16 AM – 12:45 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 2:13 PM – 3:42 PM

Amritsar & Jalandhar:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:15 AM – 9:42 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:10 AM – 12:37 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 2:05 PM – 3:32 PM

Chandigarh & Ambala:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:10 AM – 9:37 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:05 AM – 12:33 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 2:00 PM – 3:28 PM

Delhi-NCR:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:07 AM – 9:35 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:03 AM – 12:31 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 1:59 PM – 3:26 PM

Lucknow & Prayagraj:

  • Rahu Kaal: 7:52 AM – 9:20 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 10:48 AM – 12:16 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 1:44 PM – 3:12 PM

Ahmedabad & Surat:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:23 AM – 9:52 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:20 AM – 12:48 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 2:17 PM – 3:45 PM

Jaipur & Kota:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:12 AM – 9:40 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:08 AM – 12:36 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 2:04 PM – 3:32 PM

Kolkata & Bardhaman:

  • Rahu Kaal: 7:21 AM – 8:50 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 10:18 AM – 11:46 AM
  • Gulika Kaal: 1:15 PM – 2:43 PM

Bengaluru:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:02 AM – 9:31 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 11:00 AM – 12:29 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 1:58 PM – 3:27 PM

Hyderabad:

  • Rahu Kaal: 8:00 AM – 9:28 AM
  • Yamaganda Kaal: 10:57 AM – 12:26 PM
  • Gulika Kaal: 1:55 PM – 3:23 PM

How to Navigate These Inauspicious Periods?

  • Avoid initiating new projects, business deals, or major financial transactions during Rahu Kaal.
  • Plan important meetings, journeys, or auspicious events outside these periods.
  • If unavoidable, seek divine blessings or perform remedial prayers to mitigate any negative influences.

For those who follow Vedic astrology, keeping track of these timings can help maximize success and minimize obstacles in daily life.