On Wednesday, 18 March 2026, it is Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Chaitra. The day falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra. Chaturdashi is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 12:52 PM and 2:23 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 12:28 PM to 1:17 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: શિવ ચૌદસ is observed on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Fourteenth day — suitable for routine activities
Auspicious — favorable for ceremonies
Chaturdashi is the 14th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Fourteenth day — suitable for routine activities In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shubha is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Auspicious — favorable for ceremonies The Moon is in Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Fiery, transformative energy — suited for spiritual pursuits and radical changes.