It's Pratipada of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Ashwin. Today falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Chitra nakshatra. Pratipada is considered an auspicious tithi, so it's a good day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 4:49 PM and 6:17 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 12:01 PM to 12:48 PM — a good slot for anything important.
First day of lunar fortnight — good for starting new activities
Incoherence — avoid all auspicious activities
Pratipada is the 1th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwin. First day of lunar fortnight — good for starting new activities In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vaidhriti is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Incoherence — avoid all auspicious activities The Moon is in Chitra Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Artistic, brilliant energy — ideal for design, construction, jewelry, and visual beauty.