It's Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Jyeshtha. Today falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Krittika nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, tomorrow may suit you better. Between 12:37 PM and 2:17 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 12:10 PM to 1:03 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)
Obstacles — avoid new ventures
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Atiganda is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Obstacles — avoid new ventures The Moon is in Krittika Nakshatra (Pada 3) — Sharp, purifying energy — favors courage, cutting through obstacles, and fire rituals.