North India Statesman
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New Delhi/Lucknow: In Hindu religion, the purity of time and the position of the planets have special importance. Today is Thursday, April 16, 2026. From religious point of view, today is the Chaturdashi date of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month. According to astrological calculations, Purnima Tithi will be observed after noon today, which is considered very sacred. Along with this, ‘Siddhi Yoga’ is being formed today, which is considered best for achieving success and accomplishment in any work.
Main parts of today’s calendar
According to the Vedic calendar, today is important due to the special position of the planets.
Date: Chaturdashi of Vaishakh Shukla Paksha (up to 02:11 pm), followed by Purnima Tithi.
Day: Thursday (special day of Lord Vishnu).
constellation: Anuradha Nakshatra (till 07:21 am), followed by Jyestha Nakshatra.
sum: Siddhi Yoga (till 05:59 pm).
Moon sign: Moon will transit in Capricorn today.
Auspicious time: When to start new work
If you want to start a new business, purchase or auspicious work today, Abhijeet Muhurta Is the best.
Abhijeet Muhurat: From 11:43 am to 12:26 pm.
Sunrise: 06:03 am.
sunset: 06:41 pm.
Rahukaal: Do not do auspicious work even by mistake at this time
In astrology, Rahukaal is considered inauspicious. It is believed that there may be obstacles in the work started during this period. Today the timings of Rahukaal in different cities are as follows:
| City | Rahukaal time (afternoon/evening) |
|---|---|
| Lucknow | 05:20 pm to 07:04 pm |
| Delhi | 05:38 pm to 07:23 pm |
| Mumbai | 05:40 pm to 07:20 pm |
| Kolkata | 04:44 AM to 06:25 PM |
| Bhopal | 05:28 pm to 07:10 pm |
| Ahmedabad | 05:47 pm to 07:29 pm |
Religious importance of today
Thursday is dedicated to Devguru Brihaspati and Lord Vishnu. Since today is Chaturdashi Tithi, worshiping Lord Shiva will also be fruitful. With the start of Purnima Tithi after noon, the importance of charity and bathing in holy rivers will increase.
