On Wednesday, 18 March 2026, it is Amavasya of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Chaitra. The day falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra. Amavasya is generally avoided for major new ventures — devotional activities are fine, but for big decisions, another day may suit better. Between 1:26 PM and 2:56 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 1:02 PM to 1:50 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: અમાસ is observed on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan)
Auspicious — favorable for ceremonies
Amavasya is the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Chaitra. New Moon — sacred day for ancestral offerings (Pitru Tarpan) In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Shubha is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Auspicious — favorable for ceremonies The Moon is in Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra (Pada 2) — Fiery, transformative energy — suited for spiritual pursuits and radical changes.