It's Chaturdashi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Ashadh. Today falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Jyeshtha nakshatra. Chaturdashi is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 12:44 PM and 2:26 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 12:17 PM to 1:11 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Fourteenth day — suitable for routine activities
Pure — good for spiritual activities
Chaturdashi is the 14th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadh. Fourteenth day — suitable for routine activities In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shukla is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Pure — good for spiritual activities The Moon is in Jyeshtha Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Protective, elder energy — favors defending family, authority, and responsible action.