On Thursday, 18 December 2025, it is Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Margashirsh. The day falls on a Guruvara, traditionally ruled by Jupiter, with the Moon resting in Anuradha nakshatra. Chaturdashi is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction.
Between 12:57 PM and 1:55 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 11:42 AM to 12:14 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Vrat: શિવ ચૌદસ is observed on Thursday, 18 December 2025, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition. Special note: સર્વાર્થ સિદ્ધિ યોગ is active on Thursday, 18 December 2025, a particularly auspicious combination for important undertakings.
Fourteenth day: suitable for routine activities
Steadiness: good for long-term commitments
Chaturdashi is the 14th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashirsh. Fourteenth day: suitable for routine activities. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Dhriti is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Steadiness: good for long-term commitments. At sunrise the Moon is in Anuradha Nakshatra, Pada 4. Friendly, devotional energy. Good for friendship, group work, and spiritual practice.