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: 3:31 PM to 4:58 PM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (12:16 PM–1:02 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is અમાસ — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.