Today is Amavasya (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Kartik — Mangalavara, governed by Chitra. Amavasya is generally considered inauspicious for major new ventures. Rahu Kaal: 3:10 PM to 4:36 PM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (11:54 AM–12:40 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is અમાસ — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vishkambha is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Obstructions — avoid important tasks The Moon is in Chitra Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Artistic, brilliant energy — ideal for design, construction, jewelry, and visual beauty.