Today is Amavasya (Krishna Paksha) in the month of કારતક — Mangalavara, governed by Chitra. Amavasya is generally considered inauspicious for major new ventures. Rahu Kaal: 3:14 PM to 4:40 PM — avoid starting new activities during this period. Abhijit Muhurta (11:58 AM–12:44 PM) is the most auspicious window of the day. Today is અમાસ — an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.