Afternoon Rahu Kaal to Obstruct New Ventures

The 8-hour period between sunrise and sunset is divided by shadow time. Here is the exact window to avoid for financial and legal work on 30th April.

For those following Vedic timings, the Rahu Kaal (period of shadow planet Rahu) for 30th April falls in the afternoon. This is considered highly inauspicious for any new beginning, travel, or financial deal. However, this period is excellent for cleaning, demolition, or repayment of debts.

City-Wise Rahu Kaal Timings (IST)

Because sunrise times vary, Rahu Kaal differs by city. For 30th April (Thursday):

- Delhi & Mumbai: 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

- Kolkata: 12:18 PM to 1:48 PM

- Chennai: 12:42 PM to 2:12 PM

- Bengaluru: 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM

- Hyderabad: 12:38 PM to 2:08 PM

Auspicious Muhurat (Good Times)

- Abhijit Muhurat (Best for victory): 11:47 AM to 12:33 PM

- Amrit Kaal (Best for health/healing): 5:00 AM to 6:30 AM

- Char (Movement) Muhurat: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM (Good for vehicle purchase)

Activities to Avoid During Rahu Kaal

Do not sign contracts, start a new job, or perform "Havan" (fire ritual) between 12:30 and 2:00 PM. Also, avoid lending money or meeting a lawyer. Technology tends to glitch during Rahu Kaal, so save your computer files before this period.

Activities Permitted During Rahu Kaal

Ironically, Rahu Kaal is great for removing obstacles. This is the time to clean your garbage, remove termites, fire an employee, or confront a hidden enemy. Politicians often launch attack ads during this time.

Evening Panchang

The sun sets at 6:53 PM (Delhi). The evening is ruled by Venus, making it a romantic evening despite the harsh afternoon. Plan a quiet dinner after 8:00 PM for relationship harmony.