It's Dwadashi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Kartik. Today falls on a Somavara, traditionally ruled by Moon, with the Moon resting in Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra. Dwadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it's a good day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 8:09 AM and 9:33 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 12:01 PM to 12:46 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: બારસ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Twelfth day — favorable for charity and religious acts
Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts
Dwadashi is the 12th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik. Twelfth day — favorable for charity and religious acts In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyaghata is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts The Moon is in Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Deep, spiritual energy — excellent for meditation, wisdom, and charitable work.