October 10, 2024 Panchang Details for Hindu Calendar Observances

The Panchang for October 10, 2024, marks significant timings for those observing Hindu rituals and practices. According to the Hindu calendar, the Vikram Samvat year is 2081, while the Shaka Samvat is 1946. The lunar month is Ashwin, with both Purnimant and Amant systems noting Ashwin as well.

The current tithi, or lunar day, transitions from Shukla Paksha Saptami at 12:32 PM on October 10 to Shukla Paksha Ashtami at 12:07 PM on October 11. Nakshatras play a critical role in Hindu astrology, and on this day, Purva Ashadha Nakshatra is in effect until 5:41 AM on October 11, after which Uttara Ashadha begins.

Yogas, which are periods considered beneficial for certain activities, include the Atiganda Yoga that lasts until 4:36 AM on October 11, transitioning into Sukarma Yoga, which lasts until 2:46 AM on October 12.

The rising and setting times of the sun and moon are essential for daily rituals. On October 10, sunrise is at 6:25 AM, and sunset is at 6:01 PM. The moon rises at 12:55 PM and sets at 11:34 PM.

Inauspicious periods or Ashubh Kaal to be aware of on October 10 include Rahu Kaal from 1:40 PM to 3:07 PM, Yamaganda from 6:25 AM to 7:52 AM, and Gulika Kaal from 9:19 AM to 10:46 AM. The Durmuhurta period is from 10:17 AM to 11:04 AM and again from 2:56 PM to 3:42 PM.

Conversely, Shubh Kaal, or auspicious moments, are noted with the Abhijit Muhurat from 11:50 AM to 12:37 PM, Amrit Kaal from 12:47 AM to 2:24 AM, and Brahma Muhurat from 4:49 AM to 5:37 AM.

For those observing fasts or engaging in religious services, today’s Vrata or festival, according to the Panchang, includes the Saraswati Ahwaaran.