Today is Pratipada (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Falgun — Budhavara, governed by Shatabhisha. Pratipada is an auspicious Tithi — favorable for new beginnings, ceremonies, and important decisions. Rahu Kaal: 1:04 PM to 2:30 PM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (12:41 PM–1:27 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day.
Pratipada is the 1th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Falgun. First day of lunar fortnight — good for starting new activities In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shiva is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Auspicious — favorable for all activities The Moon is in Shatabhisha Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Healing, secretive energy — favors alternative medicine, privacy, and introspection.