Today is Chaturthi (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Margashirsh — Budhavara, governed by Ardra. Chaturthi is a neutral Tithi — suitable for routine activities. Rahu Kaal: 12:28 PM to 1:51 PM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (12:06 PM–12:50 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is સંકષ્ટ ચોથ — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Chaturthi is the 4th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashirsh. Fourth day — associated with Lord Ganesha, mixed results In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Siddha is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Accomplished — excellent for new ventures The Moon is in Ardra Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Stormy, destructive-creative energy — good for clearing out the old and making breakthroughs.