Today is Amavasya (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Ashwin — Guruvara, governed by Hasta. Amavasya is generally considered inauspicious for major new ventures. Rahu Kaal: 2:09 PM to 3:39 PM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (12:16 PM–1:03 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is દિવાળી — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.