Aaj Ka Panchang — Friday, 16 October 2026

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

On Friday, 16 October 2026, Tithi is Shashthi (Shukla Paksha), Nakshatra is Mula Pada 1, Yoga Shobhana, Karana Kaulava. Sunrise: 06:26, Sunset: 17:46, Rahu Kaal: 10:41-12:06 (Delhi NCR). Swiss Ephemeris, Lahiri Ayanamsha.

Panchang Details

Tithi
Shashthi (Shukla Paksha)
Nakshatra
Mula Pada 1
Yoga
Shobhana
Karana
Kaulava
Sunrise
06:26
IST
Sunset
17:46
IST
Rahu Kaal
10:41-12:06
Avoid auspicious work
Weekday
Shukravar

Understanding This Day's Panchang

The Panchang records five cosmic elements — Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vara. On Friday, 16 October 2026, the Moon is in Mula Pada 1 and the Tithi is Shashthi (Shukla 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 Friday, 16 October 2026?

Shashthi (Shukla Paksha), calculated using Swiss Ephemeris with Lahiri Ayanamsha.

What is the Nakshatra on Friday, 16 October 2026?

Mula Pada 1.

What is Rahu Kaal on Friday, 16 October 2026?

Rahu Kaal is 10:41-12:06 (India). Avoid auspicious work during this window.

What time is sunrise on Friday, 16 October 2026?

Sunrise: 06:26 IST, Sunset: 17:46 IST (India).

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