It's Dwadashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Ashwin. Today falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Purva Phalguni nakshatra. Dwadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it's a good day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 4:43 PM and 6:10 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 11:58 AM to 12:44 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: બારસ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Twelfth day — favorable for charity and religious acts
Pure — good for spiritual activities
Dwadashi is the 12th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin. Twelfth day — favorable for charity and religious acts In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shukla is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Pure — good for spiritual activities The Moon is in Purva Phalguni Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Joyful, creative energy — excellent for celebration, romance, arts, and leisure.