On Monday, 16 November 2026, it is Saptami of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Kartik. The day falls on a Somavara, traditionally ruled by Moon, with the Moon resting in Shravana nakshatra. Saptami is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 8:16 AM and 9:40 AM, 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 12:04 PM to 12:49 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Seventh day: associated with Sun, good for long journeys
Knots: mixed results, proceed with caution
Saptami is the 7th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik. Seventh day: associated with Sun, good for long journeys. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Ganda is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Knots: mixed results, proceed with caution. At sunrise the Moon is in Shravana Nakshatra, Pada 2. Listening, learning energy. Favors education, communication, and spiritual knowledge.