On Thursday, 24 December 2026, it is Pratipada of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Posh. The day falls on a Guruvara, traditionally ruled by Jupiter, with the Moon resting in Ardra nakshatra. Pratipada is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 1:05 PM and 2:02 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 11:52 AM to 12:22 PM — a good slot for anything important.
First day of lunar fortnight — good for starting new activities
Pure — good for spiritual activities
Pratipada is the 1th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Posh. First day of lunar fortnight — good for starting new activities In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shukla is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Pure — good for spiritual activities The Moon is in Ardra Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Stormy, destructive-creative energy — good for clearing out the old and making breakthroughs.