Topic: venus-mercury-saturn-signs

Somvati Amavasya is a highly auspicious Hindu observance that occurs when the Amavasya Tithi (New Moon day) coincides with a Monday (Somvar). Because Monday is the day of Lord Shiva and the Moon, and Amavasya is dedicated to ancestors, this day is incredibly powerful for spiritual cleansing and Pitru Tarpan.

'Basoda' is the traditional practice of offering and consuming stale, cold food on Sheetala Saptami. The food is cooked the previous night, and the kitchen stove is not lit on the day of the festival, honoring the Goddess's association with coolness.

Tulsi leaves are extremely sacred and essential for Lord Vishnu's worship. However, it is strictly prohibited to pluck Tulsi leaves on the day of Ekadashi. You must pluck them a day earlier (on Dashami).

The most auspicious time of the day, Abhijit Muhurat, is active from 11:59 AM to 12:54 PM. This is an excellent window for starting important tasks or religious activities.