On Saturday, 8 August 2026, it is Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Shravan. The day falls on a Shanivara, traditionally ruled by Saturn, with the Moon resting in Mrigashirsha nakshatra. Ekadashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions. Between 10:06 AM and 11:46 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 1:00 PM to 1:54 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અગિયારસ is observed on Saturday, 8 August 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Eleventh day (Agiyaras) — sacred fasting day dedicated to Vishnu
Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts
Ekadashi is the 11th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Shravan. Eleventh day (Agiyaras) — sacred fasting day dedicated to Vishnu In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyaghata is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts The Moon is in Mrigashirsha Nakshatra (Pada 1) — Gentle, searching energy — favors travel, exploration, learning, and new connections.