What is meant by gul in astrology?

The 'Gulika-kaal' (or simply 'Gul') is a period of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes duration every day of the week. This time duration is ruled by 'Shani' (Saturn). This period is considered to be inauspicious to start any important work. However, 'Gulik Kala' is considered a good period to undertake new projects.

This time is calculated by dividing 'Dinamaan' into eight equal parts (each of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes). The 'Dinamaan' is the total duration of time between local sunrise and sunset on any given day. The 'Gulik-kaal' and its

order vary from day to day.