It's Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Kartik. Today falls on a Shukravara, traditionally ruled by Venus, with the Moon resting in Mula nakshatra. Chaturthi is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 11:01 AM and 12:24 PM, Rahu Kaal will be in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:02 PM to 12:46 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: ચોથ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Fourth day — associated with Lord Ganesha, mixed results
Steadiness — good for long-term commitments
Chaturthi is the 4th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik. Fourth day — associated with Lord Ganesha, mixed results In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Dhriti is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Steadiness — good for long-term commitments The Moon is in Mula Nakshatra (Pada 3) —