Today's Panchang at a Glance

According to the Vedic Panchang for July 9, 2026, the day falls in the month of Ashadha, Krishna Paksha. The Vikram Samvat year is 2083 Siddharthi, and the Shaka Samvat is 1948 Parabhav. The Navami tithi remains until 10:37 AM, after which Dashami tithi begins. Sun rises at 5:30 AM and sets at 7:22 PM. Moonrise occurs at 1:06 AM on July 10, with moonset at 2:01 PM.

Nakshatra and Yoga

The Ashwini Nakshatra prevails until 2:56 PM, after which Bharani Nakshatra takes over. Ashwini, ruled by Ketu and associated with the Ashwini Kumar twins (the physicians of the gods), is connected to movement, new beginnings, and healing. The Sukarma Yoga continues until 10:12 AM, followed by Dhriti Yoga.

Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings

The Abhijit Muhurat, considered highly auspicious for new beginnings, falls between 11:59 AM and 12:54 PM. The Brahma Muhurat, ideal for meditation and spiritual practices, occurs from 4:09 AM to 4:50 AM. Rahu Kaal, an inauspicious period for new ventures, is from 2:10 PM to 3:54 PM. Yamaganda Kaal runs from 5:30 AM to 7:14 AM, and Gulika Kaal from 8:58 AM to 10:42 AM.

Planetary Positions

Saturn remains in Pisces, Rahu in Aquarius, Mars in Taurus, Jupiter and Mercury in Gemini, Sun in Gemini, Ketu in Leo, and Venus in Leo. The Moon transits in Aries today. Mercury remains retrograde in Gemini until July 24, prompting astrologers to advise against major contracts, new agreements, or heavy purchases.

What This Means for You

The crossing of Gandanta (a sensitive transition point between water and fire signs) means Thursday brings freshness to every zodiac sign. However, with Mercury retrograde, every decision should be made carefully, especially regarding money and paperwork.