On Saturday, 3 October 2026, it is Saptami of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Ashwin. The day falls on a Shanivara, traditionally ruled by Saturn, with the Moon resting in Ardra nakshatra. Saptami is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 9:27 AM and 10:56 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 12:02 PM to 12:49 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Seventh day — associated with Sun, good for long journeys
Comfort — good for leisure and rest
Saptami is the 7th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin. Seventh day — associated with Sun, good for long journeys In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Variyan is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Comfort — good for leisure and rest The Moon is in Ardra Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Stormy, destructive-creative energy — good for clearing out the old and making breakthroughs.