On Monday, 18 January 2027, it is Dashami of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Posh. The day falls on a Somavara, traditionally ruled by Moon, with the Moon resting in Krittika nakshatra. Dashami is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 8:43 AM and 10:06 AM, 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 12:28 PM to 1:12 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Tenth day: favorable for starting business and trade
Auspicious: favorable for ceremonies
Dashami is the 10th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Posh. Tenth day: favorable for starting business and trade. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Shubha is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Auspicious: favorable for ceremonies. At sunrise the Moon is in Krittika Nakshatra, Pada 2. Sharp, purifying energy. Favors courage, cutting through obstacles, and fire rituals.