On Friday, 1 May 2026, it is Purnima of Shukla Paksha, in the month of . The day falls on a Shukravara, traditionally ruled by Venus, with the Moon resting in Swati nakshatra. Purnima is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 11:06 AM and 12:43 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 12:17 PM to 1:09 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Full Moon — most auspicious for worship and new ventures
Achievement — excellent for all important tasks
Purnima is the 15th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Full Moon — most auspicious for worship and new ventures In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Siddhi is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Achievement — excellent for all important tasks The Moon is in Swati Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Independent, scattered energy — favors business, trade, and starting enterprises.