It's Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Vaishakh. Today falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Ashwini nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, tomorrow may suit you better. Between 5:42 PM and 7:19 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 12:26 PM to 1:18 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અમાસ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan)
Love and affection — good for marriage and social bonds
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Vaishakh. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Priti is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Love and affection — good for marriage and social bonds The Moon is in Ashwini Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Swift, healing energy — ideal for starting new ventures and medical treatments.