On Monday, 18 January 2027, it is Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Maha. The day falls on a Somavara, traditionally ruled by Moon, with the Moon resting in Krittika nakshatra. Ekadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 9:06 AM and 10:20 AM, Rahu Kaal is in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:27 PM to 1:07 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અગિયારસ is observed on Monday, 18 January 2027, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Eleventh day (Agiyaras) — sacred fasting day dedicated to Vishnu
Pure — good for spiritual activities
Ekadashi is the 11th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Maha. Eleventh day (Agiyaras) — sacred fasting day dedicated to Vishnu 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 Krittika Nakshatra (Pada 3) — Sharp, purifying energy — favors courage, cutting through obstacles, and fire rituals.