The Panchang serves as a daily guide for planning with clarity, rooted in the Hindu calendar. It reveals the Moon's position, the star it occupies, and favorable or challenging time windows. In a bustling country like India, these cues help maintain cultural connections while making mindful decisions about work, travel, finance, and family. Consider it akin to checking the weather before stepping out. Below are the essential Panchang details for May 9, 2026, for India.
Date and Day Details
Saturday arrives with a practical lunar mood. The lunar day is Krishna Paksha Saptami (7th day of the waning phase), lasting until 14:03:01, after which Krishna Paksha Ashtami begins. Saptami in Krishna Paksha often encourages trimming excess, making it unsuitable for lengthy speeches or emotional drama. The waning Moon amplifies inner reflection over external display. This day is ideal for correcting, repairing, reviewing, and settling small backlogs, such as unpaid bills, pending apologies, or unfinished home tasks. The Nakshatra is Sravana until 23:24:40, followed by Dhanistha. Sravana is associated with listening, learning, and quiet discipline. Its presiding deity, Vishnu, the preserver, favors steady routines and actions that maintain order. Better results come from listening first and speaking later. This star supports studies, interviews, writing, music practice, and tasks requiring careful attention to instructions. Travelers should stay alert, as a small overheard detail could save time.
Moon Sign and Its Influence
The Moon remains in Capricorn at 14.1 degrees, bringing a no-nonsense tone. You may feel responsible for others or expect high standards. This supports productivity but not necessarily softness. The Moon shifts to Aquarius on May 10, 2026, at 12:12:54, so today retains a Capricorn flavor. It is suitable for mature decisions but less for emotional warmth. If you need a gentle conversation, make a conscious effort.
Yoga and Karana
The Yoga is Shukla, ending at 02:35:41, followed by Brahma. Shukla Yoga carries a clean, uplifting tone, supporting honest efforts and clear intentions. The Karana begins with Bava until 14:03:01, then Balava until 02:40:03, followed by Kaulava. These Karanas encourage practical action, especially for structured work, paperwork, and steady tasks.
Overall, Saptami with Sravana under a Capricorn Moon is like a well-built mud pot—simple, strong, and useful. Maintain that quality.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Start early if possible. Brahma Muhurta runs from 03:50:19 to 04:33:11, a quiet period ideal for prayer, study, and mantra. Pratah Sandhya follows from 04:11:45 to 05:16:03, best for morning worship, Surya arghya, and setting intentions. Abhijit Muhurta, from 11:27:31 to 12:20:35, is a strong midday window for important calls, meetings, submitting forms, or starting avoided tasks. Amrit Kalam, from 12:06:33 to 13:50:49, is sweet and nourishing, ideal for healing actions, starting a health routine, sending a peace offering, or focused study. Vijay Muhurta sits at 14:06:43 to 14:59:47, supporting victory through effort—good for negotiations, presentations, and taking the lead. Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga from 05:16:03 to 23:24:17 is a wide supportive stretch for practical beginnings, like purchasing useful items or starting a new project. As the sun sets, Godhuli Muhurta from 18:32:30 to 18:53:56 is perfect for lamp lighting, prayer, and calming the home. Sayahana Sandhya continues from 18:32:30 to 19:36:48 for evening worship and gratitude. Choghadiya cues: during the day, Shubh at 06:55, Laabh at 13:33, and Amrit at 15:13 are supportive. At night, Laabh at 18:32, Shubh at 21:13, Amrit at 22:33, and Laabh at 27:55 are favorable for peaceful, constructive work at home.
Inauspicious Timings
Rahu Kaal today is from 08:35 to 10:14. This period is traditionally avoided for starting new ventures, signing contracts, making big purchases, or risky financial decisions. Rahu clouds judgment, so keep tasks routine: clear emails, finish revisions, or do quiet background work. Meditation and chanting the Rahu mantra, "Om Raam Rahave Namaha," can help. For precise planning, Rahu Kaal is 08:35:09 to 10:14:43. Other challenging periods: Dur Muhurtam from 07:02:11 to 07:55:11, avoid difficult confrontations or important pitches. Gulkai Kaal from 05:16:03 to 06:55:36. Yamaganda from 13:33:49 to 15:13:23, avoid beginnings and promises. Baana (Chora) from 05:16:03 to May 10, 02:09:03, calls for caution—double-check locks, keep wallets closed, and don't leave devices unattended. Aadal Yoga from 05:16:03 to 23:24:17 may bring small obstacles or delays; patience is key. Choghadiya rough patches: during the day, Kaal at 05:16, Rog at 08:35, Udveg at 10:14, and Kaal at 16:52 are best for routine work. At night, Udveg at 19:52, Rog at 25:14, and Kaal at 26:34 are not for new starts. For planning ahead, Panchaka begins on May 10 at 12:14:03 and ends on May 11 at 14:35:03, and Varjyam runs from May 10, 03:42:10 to 05:24:43.
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India
Rahu Kaal varies by location due to local sunrise times. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities on May 9, 2026:
- Mumbai: 09:20 - 10:57
- Delhi (NCR): 08:55 - 10:36
- Bengaluru: 09:05 - 10:40
- Hyderabad: 08:59 - 10:35
- Chennai: 08:55 - 10:30
- Ahmedabad: 09:18 - 10:57
- Pune: 09:16 - 10:53
- Kolkata: 08:16 - 09:54
- Jaipur: 09:02 - 10:42
- Kochi: 09:13 - 10:47
- Lucknow: 08:42 - 10:22
- Indore: 09:06 - 10:44
- Guwahati: 07:59 - 09:39
- Chandigarh: 08:55 - 10:36
- Surat: 09:19 - 10:57
- Visakhapatnam: 08:39 - 10:16
- Nagpur: 08:54 - 10:32
- Coimbatore: 09:09 - 10:43
- Varanasi: 08:35 - 10:14
- Bhubaneswar: 08:27 - 10:05
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise, and Moonset
Sunrise is at 05:16:27 and sunset at 18:32:11. Greet the morning light with a short prayer or quiet moment to steady nerves, especially on a Capricorn Moon day. Moonset is at 11:11:29 AM, and moonrise is at 12:42:22 AM on May 10. Since the Moon rises after midnight, emotional tone may feel more private. If sleep is patchy, reduce screen time before bed. The waning Moon suits letting go—throw out expired items, clear clutter, or delete old files. As daylight fades, shift gears gently to avoid a restless night.
Vrat/Festival Information and Recommendations
No major Vrat or festival is observed today. The Hindu month is Vaishakha (amanta) and Jyeshtha (purnimanta), a seasonal bridge where heat rises and patience is tested. With Krishna Paksha Saptami and Sravana Nakshatra, keep relationships simple and respectful. Listen more than argue. A Capricorn Moon can make you sound strict, so soften your tone with family, especially elders and teenagers. If a misunderstanding lingers, choose one calm conversation. Work and career are steady with discipline. The day supports task completion, documentation, and planning. Use Abhijit Muhurta for important emails or meeting requests, and Vijay Muhurta for pushing decisions through without ego. Money needs a conservative hand—check UPI transfers, confirm account details, avoid lending on vague promises. For spiritual practice, pick one thing and do it properly. Brahma Muhurta is excellent for japa or reading. During Rahu Kaal, chant the Rahu mantra. In the evening, light a lamp during Godhuli Muhurta to melt tension. The sky today is like a steady river with rocky patches—walk carefully. Actionable advice: plan key work for Abhijit or Vijay Muhurta, keep spending tight, do one act of listening at home, and end the night with prayer and a tidy desk.
