On Sunday, 17 August 2025, it is Navami of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Shravan. The day falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Krittika nakshatra. Navami is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 4:05 PM and 5:27 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 11:38 AM to 12:21 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Ninth day — good for weapons, machinery and valor
Fixed — stable, good for foundations
Navami is the 9th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Shravan. Ninth day — good for weapons, machinery and valor In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Dhruva is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Fixed — stable, good for foundations The Moon is in Krittika Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Sharp, purifying energy — favors courage, cutting through obstacles, and fire rituals.