The first lunar day, beginning of both the bright and dark fortnights. Ruled by Agni — auspicious for initiating action, new ventures, and planting the seed of intention.
Ruled by Rahu and governed by Rudra, the storm god. Brings intense effort and destruction of the old, followed by the moist renewal that follows a great tempest.
The yoga of Brahma the creator. Associated with the origination of new forms — excellent for creative work, teaching, and the transmission of knowledge from one generation to the next.
A movable karana, associated with the kula or family group. Favours domestic affairs, family rituals, and strengthening bonds of kinship.
Thursday — the day of Jupiter (Guru). The most auspicious vara for spiritual matters, teaching, legal affairs, marriage, and the honouring of teachers and elders.
No festivals or vrats today.आज कोई पर्व या व्रत नहीं।