Aaj Ka Panchang — Saturday, 3 October 2026

By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikaal Vaani · Swiss Ephemeris · Lahiri Ayanamsha

On Saturday, 3 October 2026, Tithi is Ashtami (Krishna Paksha), Nakshatra is Ardra Pada 2, Yoga Variyana, Karana Balava. Sunrise: 06:18, Sunset: 18:01, Rahu Kaal: 09:12-10:39 (Delhi NCR). Swiss Ephemeris, Lahiri Ayanamsha.

Panchang Details

Tithi
Ashtami (Krishna Paksha)
Nakshatra
Ardra Pada 2
Yoga
Variyana
Karana
Balava
Sunrise
06:18
IST
Sunset
18:01
IST
Rahu Kaal
09:12-10:39
Avoid auspicious work
Weekday
Shanivar

Understanding This Day's Panchang

The Panchang records five cosmic elements — Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vara. On Saturday, 3 October 2026, the Moon is in Ardra Pada 2 and the Tithi is Ashtami (Krishna Paksha). All calculations use Swiss Ephemeris anchored to Lahiri Ayanamsha — the standard accepted by the Government of India.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tithi on Saturday, 3 October 2026?

Ashtami (Krishna Paksha), calculated using Swiss Ephemeris with Lahiri Ayanamsha.

What is the Nakshatra on Saturday, 3 October 2026?

Ardra Pada 2.

What is Rahu Kaal on Saturday, 3 October 2026?

Rahu Kaal is 09:12-10:39 (India). Avoid auspicious work during this window.

What time is sunrise on Saturday, 3 October 2026?

Sunrise: 06:18 IST, Sunset: 18:01 IST (India).

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