On Sunday, 18 October 2026, it is Ashtami of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Kartik. The day falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Purva Ashadha nakshatra. Ashtami is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 4:59 PM and 6:20 PM, 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 12:37 PM to 1:20 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Eighth day — mixed results, suitable for regular work
Good deeds — favorable for all activities
Ashtami is the 8th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik. Eighth day — mixed results, suitable for regular work In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Sukarman is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Good deeds — favorable for all activities The Moon is in Purva Ashadha Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Invincible, water energy — good for debates, declarations, and launching campaigns.