On Tuesday, 14 April 2026, it is Dwadashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Chaitra. The day falls on a Mangalavara, traditionally ruled by Mars, with the Moon resting in Shatabhisha nakshatra. Dwadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 3:50 PM and 5:24 PM, Rahu Kaal is in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:15 PM to 1:05 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Vrat: બારસ is observed on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Twelfth day: favorable for charity and religious acts
Pure: good for spiritual activities
Dwadashi is the 12th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Twelfth day: favorable for charity and religious acts. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Shukla is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Pure: good for spiritual activities. At sunrise the Moon is in Shatabhisha Nakshatra, Pada 3. Healing, secretive energy. Favors alternative medicine, privacy, and introspection.