On Friday, 17 October 2025, it is Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Ashwin. The day falls on a Shukravara, traditionally ruled by Venus, with the Moon resting in Magha nakshatra. Ekadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 11:32 AM and 12:51 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 12:30 PM to 1:12 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અગિયારસ is observed on Friday, 17 October 2025, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Eleventh day (Agiyaras) — sacred fasting day dedicated to Vishnu
Pure — good for spiritual activities
Ekadashi is the 11th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin. Eleventh day (Agiyaras) — sacred fasting day dedicated to Vishnu 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 Magha Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Regal, ancestral energy — ideal for honoring ancestors, leadership, and ceremonies.