It's Shashthi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Posh. Today falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra. Shashthi is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 5:03 PM and 6:25 PM, Rahu Kaal will be in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:38 PM to 1:21 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Sixth day — good for courage and strength activities
Calamity — avoid auspicious events
Shashthi is the 6th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Posh. Sixth day — good for courage and strength activities In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyatipata is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Calamity — avoid auspicious events The Moon is in Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Fiery, transformative energy — suited for spiritual pursuits and radical changes.