It's Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Maha. Today falls on a Ravivara, traditionally ruled by Sun, with the Moon resting in Uttara Ashadha nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, tomorrow may suit you better. Between 4:00 PM and 5:10 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 12:09 PM to 12:47 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અમાસ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition. Special note: સર્વાર્થ સિદ્ધિ યોગ is active today — a particularly auspicious combination for important undertakings.
New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan)
Joy — favorable for entertainment and celebrations
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Maha. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Harshana is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Joy — favorable for entertainment and celebrations The Moon is in Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Universal, victorious energy — ideal for leadership, long-term projects, and government work.