Today is Amavasya (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Kartik — Somavara, governed by Swati. Amavasya is generally considered inauspicious for major new ventures. Rahu Kaal: 8:12 AM to 9:35 AM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (12:00 PM–12:44 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is અમાસ — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.