Today is Chaturthi (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Kartik — Somavara, governed by Mrigashirsha. Chaturthi is a neutral Tithi — suitable for routine activities. Rahu Kaal: 8:11 AM to 9:35 AM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (12:01 PM–12:45 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is સંકષ્ટ ચોથ — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition. Special: સર્વાર્થ સિદ્ધિ યોગ is active today — highly auspicious for important activities.