Panchang for Ranchi — 20 October 2026
| Tithi | Shukla Navami | until 12:50 PM |
|---|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana (pada 2) | until 7:46 PM |
| Yoga | Shula | until 4:00 AM, 21 Oct |
| Karana | Kaulava until 12:50 PM, then Taitila | until 1:36 AM, 21 Oct |
| Vara (weekday) | Tuesday (Mangalavara) | ruled by Mars |
| Moon sign (Rashi) | Capricorn | moves to Aquarius at 8:42 AM, 21 Oct |
| Sun sign (Rashi) | Libra |
Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda, Gulika & Abhijit Muhurat
| Rahu Kaal | 2:26 PM – 3:52 PM | inauspicious — avoid starting new work |
|---|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 8:40 AM – 10:07 AM | inauspicious |
| Gulika Kaal | 11:33 AM – 12:59 PM | considered neutral for ongoing work |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:10 AM – 11:56 AM | auspicious midday window (not used on Wednesdays) |
Born today in Ranchi?
The Moon is in Shravana Nakshatra (pada 2) until 7:46 PM, a traditionally strong Nakshatra for a birth — ruled by Moon, with themes of listening, learning, connection. See traditional Shravana baby names, or find the exact Nakshatra for a birth time with the free Nakshatra calculator. Planning a birth date? Read the auspicious birth date guides (always within the window your doctor approves).
Next 7 days in Ranchi
| Date | Tithi | Nakshatra | Yoga |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 21 October 2026 | Shukla Dashami | Dhanishta | Ganda |
| Thursday, 22 October 2026 | Shukla Ekadashi | Shatabhisha | Vriddhi |
| Friday, 23 October 2026 | Shukla Dwadashi | Purva Bhadrapada | Dhruva |
| Saturday, 24 October 2026 | Shukla Trayodashi | Uttara Bhadrapada | Vyaghata |
| Sunday, 25 October 2026 | Shukla Chaturdashi | Revati | Harshana |
| Monday, 26 October 2026 | Shukla Purnima | Ashwini | Vajra |
| Tuesday, 27 October 2026 | Krishna Pratipada | Bharani | Siddhi |
What the panchang elements mean
Tithi is the lunar day, each spanning 12° of the Moon’s lead over the Sun; there are 30 per lunar month. Nakshatra is the Moon’s lunar mansion (27 of them). Yoga comes from the combined longitude of Sun and Moon. Karana is half a tithi. Vara is the weekday. Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulika are daily time windows computed from sunrise and sunset, which is why they change with the city and the season.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the tithi on 20 October 2026 in Ranchi?
Shukla Navami (Navami) at sunrise, ending at 12:50 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What is Rahu Kaal on 20 October 2026 in Ranchi?
Rahu Kaal in Ranchi is 2:26 PM – 3:52 PM. It is traditionally avoided for starting new work.
Which Nakshatra is on 20 October 2026?
The Moon is in Shravana Nakshatra (pada 2) at sunrise, until 7:46 PM.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Ranchi on 20 October 2026?
Sunrise is at 5:47 AM and sunset at 5:18 PM.
Computed with Swiss Ephemeris (Lahiri ayanamsa), evaluated at local sunrise for Ranchi (Asia/Kolkata). Printed almanacs and regional traditions can differ by a few minutes or in the naming of festivals; for religious observances confirm with your local priest or panchang.