It's Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Maha. Today falls on a Shanivara, traditionally ruled by Saturn, with the Moon resting in Shravana nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, tomorrow may suit you better. Between 10:06 AM and 11:30 AM, 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 12:31 PM to 1:16 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)
Calamity — avoid auspicious events
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Maha. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyatipata is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Calamity — avoid auspicious events The Moon is in Shravana Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Listening, learning energy — favors education, communication, and spiritual knowledge.