Hindu Panchang Guru

The day begins with **Krishna Paksha Navami**, ruled by the Nagas (serpents) or Goddess Durga. This Tithi is generally not considered auspicious for new beginnings, but it is favorable for legal battles, dealing with adversaries, or activities requiring strength and resolution of conflicts. It signifies overcoming obstacles. From 09:12 IST, **Krishna Paksha Dashami** commences, ruled by Yama (Dharma Raja). This Tithi is highly auspicious for most endeavors, especially those related to dharma, charity, travel, and laying strong foundations. It symbolizes gaining victory and achievements, promoting stability and success.

The day starts with **Ashlesha Nakshatra** (till 10:20 IST), ruled by Mercury and the Nagas. Known for its 'clinging' or 'coiled' nature, Ashlesha can bring intensity, cunning, or a propensity for attachment. It's not ideal for new ventures, marriage, or travel, but suitable for research, introspection, or activities involving healing and detoxification. From 10:20 IST, **Magha Nakshatra** takes over, ruled by Ketu and the Pitris (ancestors). Meaning 'The Mighty One', Magha is associated with royalty, leadership, ancestral blessings, and spiritual elevation. It is highly auspicious for leadership roles, public ceremonies, ancestral worship (Shraddha), starting businesses, and spiritual initiations, bringing honor and dignity.

The early morning features **Parigha Yoga** (till 07:34 IST), which translates to 'Obstacle'. This yoga is generally inauspicious for starting new projects, journeys, or auspicious ceremonies, as it can bring hindrances. It is more suited for confronting or dismantling existing problems. From 07:34 IST, **Shiva Yoga** begins. This is considered one of the most auspicious yogas, signifying 'Auspiciousness'. It is highly beneficial for almost all activities, especially spiritual practices, meditation, philanthropic work, and seeking divine blessings, promoting peace and harmony.

The first part of the day features **Garija Karana** (till 09:12 IST), which is generally auspicious for stable activities like agriculture, building, or installing deities. From 09:12 IST, **Vanija Karana** takes over (till 20:11 IST), which is highly favorable for trade, business deals, financial transactions, and commercial ventures. It promotes profit and successful exchanges. From 20:11 IST, **Vishti Karana** (also known as Bhadra) begins. This is universally considered a highly inauspicious karana, and all important or auspicious work should be strictly avoided during this period. It is associated with negativity and is better suited for confrontational or destructive actions.

Friday, ruled by Shukra (Venus), is a day associated with love, beauty, arts, pleasure, luxury, and all forms of creative and material comforts. It is considered highly auspicious for social gatherings, romantic endeavors, shopping for valuables, starting creative projects, and matters related to wealth and relationships. While generally benevolent, excessive indulgence is advised against.

The phase of the moon currently dominant.