It's Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Posh. Today falls on a Shukravara, traditionally ruled by Venus, with the Moon resting in Jyeshtha nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, tomorrow may suit you better. Between 11:20 AM and 12:41 PM, 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 12:19 PM to 1:02 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અમાસ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan)
Pain — avoid important decisions
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Posh. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shula is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Pain — avoid important decisions The Moon is in Jyeshtha Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Protective, elder energy — favors defending family, authority, and responsible action.