Today Panchangam for Saturday, 9 May 2026 brings a uniquely powerful combination — Kalashtami (the monthly Bhairava observance), Masik Krishna Janmashtami (the monthly remembrance of Lord Krishna's appearance), and the rare Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga (a Shravana-Saturday combination considered "all-purpose auspicious"). The day falls in the Vaishakha Krishna Paksha (Amanta tradition) / Jyeshtha Krishna Paksha (Purnimanta tradition). Below is the complete Vedic Panchangam for today (9 May 2026, Hyderabad / IST baseline) — tithi, nakshatra, yoga, karana, sunrise, sunset, Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, Gulika Kalam, auspicious Brahma and Abhijit muhurtas, recommended observances and a quick FAQ. Verified against Drik Panchang.

Today Panchangam — Quick Reference (9 May 2026, Saturday, IST)

  • Date: 9 May 2026, Saturday (Shaniwara)

  • Vara: Shaniwara — the day of Lord Shani (Saturn)

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  • Paksha: Krishna Paksha (waning fortnight)

  • Lunar Month: Vaishakha (Amanta) / Jyeshtha (Purnimanta)

  • Tithi: Krishna Ashtami until 5:36 AM, 10 May 2026

  • Nakshatra: Shravana until 1:54 PM, then Dhanishtha

  • Yoga: Shukla until 5:06 PM, then Brahma

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  • Karana: Balava until 5:09 PM, then Kaulava

  • Surya Rashi: Mesha (Aries)

  • Chandra Rashi: Makara (Capricorn) until ~2:42 AM 10 May, then Kumbha

  • Festivals & Yogas: Kalashtami · Masik Krishna Janmashtami · Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga · Panchaka

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset (Hyderabad IST)

  • Sunrise: approximately 5:45 AM IST

  • Sunset: approximately 6:36 PM IST

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  • Day length: 12 hours 51 minutes

  • Moonrise: approximately 2:26 AM IST (10 May, post-midnight)

  • Moonset: approximately 11:53 AM IST

Note: timings vary by city. For Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and other locations, the difference is typically ±10–25 minutes for sunrise/sunset and proportional adjustments to muhurtas. Always verify with your local panchang for major life decisions.

Auspicious Muhurtas (Shubha Kala) for Today

Brahma Muhurta — 4:10 AM to 4:58 AM IST

The 96-minute window before sunrise is the supreme time for meditation, japa, scripture study and yoga. Today, with Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga active, the Brahma Muhurta carries amplified merit. Recommended chant: Om Namo Narayanaya or Hare Krishna Maha Mantra.

Abhijit Muhurta — 11:46 AM to 12:34 PM IST

The "victorious" 48-minute window straddling solar noon. The Mahabharata records that Lord Krishna chose Abhijit Muhurta to launch the Kurukshetra war. It is the most universally auspicious window of any day for fresh starts, important meetings, signing contracts, and beginning new ventures.

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga — Today (Shravana on Saturday)

A special combination occurring when certain nakshatras coincide with specific weekdays. Shravana on a Saturday is one of the strongest Sarvartha Siddhi yogas — said to make all undertakings successful. However, since today is also Krishna Ashtami (waning fortnight), the energy is best directed toward spiritual undertakings: vrata sankalpa, mantra-purascharana, daanam, and Bhairava / Krishna sadhana.

Inauspicious Times (Ashubha Kala) — Avoid New Ventures

Rahu Kalam — 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM IST

The most well-known inauspicious window of the day, ruled by the shadow planet Rahu. On Saturdays, Rahu Kalam is the third 1.5-hour block after sunrise. Avoid: starting a new business, important interviews, signing major contracts, beginning travel, weddings. Permissible: continuing already-started work, mantra chanting, charitable acts.

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Yamaganda Kalam — 1:45 PM to 3:20 PM IST

Ruled by Yama, the lord of dharma and time. Avoid major financial transactions and travel south during this window.

Gulika Kalam — 5:45 AM to 7:20 AM IST

Ruled by Saturn's son Gulika. The first 1.5-hour block after Saturday sunrise. Avoid starting any auspicious shubha karya — but ideal for Shani-related remedies (offering oil to Shani, donating black sesame, etc.).

Disha Shoola (Direction to Avoid) — East

On Saturday, the direction ruled by Rahu is east — traditionally not the most favourable direction for starting a journey. Mitigate with a small offering of jaggery or by stepping out facing west for a moment first.

Today's Observances and Festivals (9 May 2026)

Kalashtami — Monthly Bhairava Vrata

Krishna Ashtami of every lunar month is observed as Kalashtami — sacred to Kala Bhairava, the fierce form of Lord Shiva who is regarded as the kshetra-pala (guardian of sacred space) of Kashi. Devotees fast through the day, visit Bhairava temples, and chant Om Hraum Bhairavaya Namah or the Bhairava Ashtakam by Adi Shankaracharya.

Masik Krishna Janmashtami — Monthly Krishna Day

Krishna Ashtami is also the monthly remembrance of Lord Krishna's birth (the annual Krishna Janmashtami falls on Bhadrapada Krishna Ashtami in August/September). Recommended today: chant 108 names of Lord Krishna or one round of the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra, read a short passage from the Bhagavata Purana 10th Skandha (Krishna's lila), and offer panchamrita and tulasi at the home altar.

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga — All-Purpose Auspicious

Shravana on Saturday creates this rare yoga that the panchangam tradition calls "Sarvartha Siddhi" — "accomplishment of all aims". For today, channel its energy into spiritual sankalpa (vows for mantra-japa, charity, scripture-study) since the waning Krishna Paksha tithi is best for inner work, not for outer launches.

Panchaka — Caution Period

Five-day window when the Moon is in any of Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha, Purva Bhadrapada, Uttara Bhadrapada or Revati nakshatras. Avoid: roof construction, journey south, fire-related work, gathering grass/wood. The current Panchaka begins from late afternoon today as Moon enters Dhanishtha.

Morning practice

  • 4:10–5:00 AM (Brahma Muhurta): Bhairava chanting — Om Hraum Bhairavaya Namah (108 times); or Krishna chanting — Hare Krishna Maha Mantra (one round of 108).

  • After sunrise: Sun arghya with mantra Om Suryaya Namah.

  • Krishna seva: panchamrita abhishekam to small Krishna murti, offer tulasi.

  • Shani remedy (Saturday): light a mustard-oil diya, offer black sesame to a peepal tree, donate to the needy.

Evening practice

  • Sunset (~6:36 PM): light home altar diya; chant Om Hraum Bhairavaya Namah or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra (108 times).

  • Pradosha kala (~5:00 PM-7:00 PM): though not a primary Pradosha day, the twilight is still energised — read or recite Bhagavata Krishna-lila.

  • Kalashtami fast-breaking: after midnight darshan of Bhairava (or by midnight at home altar), break fast with sattvic phalahara — fruit, milk, dates.

Mantras most appropriate for today

  • Om Hraum Bhairavaya Namah — Bhairava Bija mantra (108 minimum, 1008 ideal on Kalashtami)

  • Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare; Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare — for Krishna Janmashtami remembrance

  • Om Shanaye Namah — for Shanivara / Saturday Shani-shanti

  • Om Namah Shivaya — universal, especially with Bhairava connection

Today's Choghadiya (Day & Night Auspicious Periods)

Choghadiya divides each day and night into eight equal periods, each labelled shubha (auspicious), amrit (most auspicious), chala (movable / acceptable), labha (gain), or udveg / roga / kala (avoid).

Day Choghadiya for Saturday 9 May 2026 (~5:45 AM to 6:36 PM IST)

  • 1st period (5:45 – 7:21 AM): Kala (avoid)

  • 2nd period (7:21 – 8:58 AM): Shubha (auspicious — good for puja)

  • 3rd period (8:58 – 10:34 AM): Rog (avoid major work)

  • 4th period (10:34 AM – 12:11 PM): Udveg (avoid)

  • 5th period (12:11 – 1:47 PM): Char (movable, OK for travel)

  • 6th period (1:47 – 3:24 PM): Labh (gain)

  • 7th period (3:24 – 5:00 PM): Amrit (most auspicious)

  • 8th period (5:00 – 6:36 PM): Kala (avoid)

The Amrit window 3:24–5:00 PM IST is the single best slot today for any important undertaking, contract signing, or financial action.

Verses and References

"Om Bhur Bhuvah Svaha — Tat Savitur Varenyam — Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi — Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat" — the Gayatri Mantra (RV 3.62.10), the supreme prayer at sunrise.

"Yatra Yogeshvarah Krishno Yatra Partho Dhanurdharah, Tatra Shrir Vijayo Bhutir Dhruva Nitir Matir Mama" — Bhagavad Gita 18.78, the closing shloka invoked on every Krishna remembrance day.

"Bhairava is the kshetra-pala of Kashi; without Bhairava's permission no soul leaves Kashi without moksha." — Kashi Khanda, Skanda Purana.

Conclusion: Make Today's Sacred Combination Count

The full today panchangam for 9 May 2026 is rare in carrying three auspicious threads at once — Kalashtami (Bhairava), Masik Krishna Janmashtami (Vishnu), and Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga (Shravana-Saturday). Anchor your day in Brahma Muhurta japa, avoid Rahu Kalam (9:00–10:30 AM IST) for new ventures, channel the Amrit choghadiya (3:24–5:00 PM IST) for any important action, and close the day with a Bhairava or Krishna kirtan after sunset. May Lord Bhairava and Sri Krishna bless your day.

Last updated: 9 May 2026 · Sources: Drik Panchang, ProKerala, traditional Hyderabad / Tirumala panchanga.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tithi today (9 May 2026)?

Krishna Ashtami of Vaishakha (Amanta) / Jyeshtha (Purnimanta) lunar month, until approximately 5:36 AM IST on 10 May.

What is Rahu Kalam today?

Approximately 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM IST (Hyderabad reference). Saturday Rahu Kalam is the third 1.5-hour block after sunrise.

What festivals are observed today?

Kalashtami (monthly Bhairava observance), Masik Krishna Janmashtami (monthly remembrance of Lord Krishna), Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga (Shravana on Saturday — all-purpose auspicious), and Panchaka begins from later in the day.

What is the best time for puja today?

Brahma Muhurta (4:10–4:58 AM IST), Abhijit Muhurta (11:46 AM–12:34 PM IST), and the Amrit Choghadiya (3:24–5:00 PM IST). Bhairava puja is best after sunset; Krishna seva is auspicious throughout the day.

Can I start a new venture or sign contracts today?

The Amrit Choghadiya (3:24–5:00 PM IST) is excellent. Avoid Rahu Kalam (9:00–10:30 AM), Yamaganda (1:45–3:20 PM) and Gulika (5:45–7:20 AM). Note: as it is Krishna Paksha + Krishna Ashtami, the panchangam favours spiritual sankalpa over major worldly launches.

What mantra should I chant today?

Om Hraum Bhairavaya Namah for Kalashtami; Hare Krishna Maha Mantra for Masik Krishna Janmashtami; Om Shanaye Namah for Shanivara/Saturday; Mahamrityunjaya Mantra for evening Pradosha-window protection. 108 of any of these is the standard daily count.

What is Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga and why is it special today?

A combination of certain nakshatras with specific weekdays that the panchangam tradition calls "the accomplisher of all aims". Shravana on Saturday is one of the strongest such combinations. Today it amplifies the merit of every spiritual practice — japa, daanam, scripture study, vrata sankalpa.

Are panchangam timings the same across India?

No. The tithi, nakshatra, yoga and karana are pan-India (they are astronomical), but the muhurta times (Brahma Muhurta, Abhijit, Rahu Kalam, etc.) depend on local sunrise/sunset and therefore differ by city. Hyderabad/IST is given here as a reference — check your local panchang for major life decisions.