On Thursday, 22 October 2026, it is Dwadashi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Kartik. The day falls on a Guruvara, traditionally ruled by Jupiter, with the Moon resting in Shatabhisha nakshatra. Dwadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 2:03 PM and 3:25 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 12:20 PM to 1:03 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: બારસ is observed on Thursday, 22 October 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Twelfth day — favorable for charity and religious acts
Growth — excellent for business and financial matters
Dwadashi is the 12th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik. Twelfth day — favorable for charity and religious acts In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vriddhi is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Growth — excellent for business and financial matters The Moon is in Shatabhisha Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Healing, secretive energy — favors alternative medicine, privacy, and introspection.