It's Ashtami of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Jyeshtha. Today falls on a Shanivara, traditionally ruled by Saturn, with the Moon resting in Magha nakshatra. Ashtami is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 9:23 AM and 11:03 AM, 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 12:17 PM to 1:10 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Eighth day — mixed results, suitable for regular work
Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts
Ashtami is the 8th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. Eighth day — mixed results, suitable for regular work In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyaghata is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts The Moon is in Magha Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Regal, ancestral energy — ideal for honoring ancestors, leadership, and ceremonies.