On Sunday, 26 January 2025, it is Dwadashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Posh. The day falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Jyeshtha nakshatra. Dwadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 5:01 PM and 6:24 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 12:31 PM to 1:15 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Vrat: બારસ is observed on Sunday, 26 January 2025, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Twelfth day: favorable for charity and religious acts
Obstruction: avoid travel and new starts
Dwadashi is the 12th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Posh. Twelfth day: favorable for charity and religious acts. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyaghata is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Obstruction: avoid travel and new starts. At sunrise the Moon is in Jyeshtha Nakshatra, Pada 4. Protective, elder energy. Favors defending family, authority, and responsible action.