It's Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Posh. Today falls on a Guruvara, traditionally ruled by Jupiter, with the Moon resting in Purva Ashadha nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, tomorrow may suit you better. Between 2:07 PM and 3:28 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 12:24 PM to 1:07 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અમાસ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan)
Fixed — stable, good for foundations
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Posh. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Dhruva is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Fixed — stable, good for foundations The Moon is in Purva Ashadha Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Invincible, water energy — good for debates, declarations, and launching campaigns.