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Devi in the natural Anthill Form
Angala Parameshwari Temple, Putlur
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GUIDANCE FROM GURU
Satsanga with Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati
You must make the student love to find out, what you
intend to say. You must create in him a love for
discovery. The student will make a little more effort to
understand you, instead of you all the time struggling
and perhaps expressing yourself inadequately. This requires a certain inspiration.
You have to be able to inspire the student, to make him understand that there is a
theme here, a motif, which he should discover.
The Teacher Beyond Compare
(Swamiji’s address to the Teachers in the
Teachers’ Workshop)
What is teaching?
When you teach, you don’t keep moving all the time.
Having gone a little ahead, you always look back.
You look back on what you have said before, whether
it is clear. Whether you have omitted something,
whether you have had all the people with you.
In the class, you proceed looking back. In the class
the next day, you always trace back what you taught
yesterday, and then proceed. This is
Simhaavalokana Nyaayah.
What you have said before, you restate—
‘Anuvaadah’. What has been omitted—
‘Anuktam’—or what has been inadequately stated,
not properly stated or even mistakenly stated -
‘Duruktam’ are dealt with while looking back.
This is very important to look back, before
proceeding further and clarify all areas.
Then, we have another very important methodology.
Suppose there is a contention; you reduce it to
absurdity, and then you begin talking.
For instance.
There is a contention that ‘God in Heaven created
this world’.
I ask: Who created that Heaven?
God.
Where was He sitting before He created Heaven?
Was he in Hell?
Now, the student can see that ‘God in Heaven
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created this world’ is an untenable statement. The
absurdity of it is shown clearly.
After this there is no way of mistaking me, when I
talk of the Creator being the very material of His
Creation – the Nimitta-Kaaranam as well as the
Upaadaana-Kaaranam.
There is another famous Nyayah, the Arundhati-
darsana Nyaayah.
Arundhati is a very tiny star. There is no way of
directly locating it.
But I start with the gross—the brightest object in
the sky, the Moon—and I guide the student to
Vasishthah, the big star. In conjunction with the big
star is the tiny Arundhati. Now Arundhati can be
seen.
This Nyaayah is slightly different from the Saakhaa
Candra Nyaayah. Here, the student is led from the
gross to the subtle; he is gradually guided to grasp
the subtle ideas.
There is one more very important aspect to
teaching. You must make the student love to find
out, what you intend to say. You must create in him
a love for discovery.
What you desire to convey is called Vivaksaa.
The student must have a love to find out, what you
want to convey, not exactly what you are saying
now, but what you struggle to convey. The student
will make a little more effort to understand you,
instead of you all the time struggling and perhaps
expressing yourself inadequately.
This requires a certain inspiration. You have to be
able to inspire the student, to make him understand
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The teacher must be a voyage of discovery, undertaken by the student in
company with the teacher. When you have accomplished this, your
fulfilment as a teacher is complete.
that there is a theme here, a motif, which he should Why do you revel? – Because the name itself makes
discover. me joyous.
In the process of teaching, if you can generate What is the glory of this name in which you revel? –
a love for learning and discovery in the student, This one name alone is equivalent to all the thousand
you are a great teacher. The main purpose of and eight names of the Lord.
teaching is to generate a love for learning. And, finally, what is this name?—it is the name
There is another great method of teaching, which Raamah
we call the Aakaankshaa method. Thus, the one verb ‘revel’ has given rise to an
Akaankshaa means an expectancy. expectancy, which has led me to all the answers.
You identify one word, from which all the This is the Aakaankshaa method, a very useful
answers are derived. Teaching is making the one to kindle the desire to know more.
student know—Why, What, Where? Finally, the teacher must know, when to stop. You
For instance, let us take the statement, “I revel in must stop when the student is still eager for you to
the name of Raamah, which makes my mind go on, not when he has become tired or bored. He
joyous and which alone is equal to all the must be eager to attend you class the next day, and
thousand and eight names of the Lord.” the next day and the next day. He must discover
How will you drive this statement home to the student? with you the joy of the subject.
You catch the verb ‘revel’. All other answers will The teacher must be a voyage of discovery,
naturally follow when you ask the questions: undertaken by the student in company with the
Who revels?—I, the subject. teacher.
What do I revel in? — In the name of Raamah. When you have accomplished this, your fulfilment
as a teacher is complete.
[Courtesy: Swami Dayananda Saraswati (The Tradtional Teacher of Brahma Vidya)
By Ms. Padma Narasimhan, TT.Maps & Publications Ltd., Chennai.]

Don’t chase Happiness!

An old man lived in the village. He was one of the most unfortunate people in the world. The whole village
was tired of him; he was always gloomy, he constantly complained and was always in a bad mood.
The longer he lived, the more bile he was becoming and the more poisonous were his words. People
avoided him, because his misfortune became contagious. It was even unnatural and insulting to be happy
next to him. He created the feeling of unhappiness in others.
But one day, when he turned eighty years old, an incredible thing happened. Instantly everyone started
hearing the rumour. “The old man is happy today, he doesn’t complain about anything, smiles, and even his
face is freshened up.”
The whole village gathered together. The old man was asked:
Villager: What happened to you?
“Nothing special. Eighty years, I’ve been chasing happiness, and it was useless. And then , I decided to
live without happiness ,and just enjoy life. That’s why I’m happy now.”
Don’t chase happiness. Enjoy your life.
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rare temple
Devi in the Natural Anthill Form By Hemamalini Raghunathan
Angala Parameshwari Temple, Putlur

A
NGALA Parameshwari temple in Putalur devotees as Prasad. When the woman devotee
Village, near Tiruvallur town in Tamil Nadu, is becomes pregnant, Baby Shower ceremonies are
dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Lord Shiva is
conducted in the temple premises. When blessed
also found inside the sanctum santorum. So, an idol
with a child, the devotee offers sari, bangles, flowers,
of Nandi is present in front of the Sanctum, instead of
garlands, lemon, different varieties of rice, sweets to
Lion, which is usually found in Devi temples.
Devi in gratitude.
Devi here is in the form of an Anthill, appearing like a
The Annual festival is conducted in the solar month
pregnant woman lying down with her mouth open. It
of Cancer (Kataka) (16 July-16 August), with a
looks as if she is undergoing labour pain.
special event called ‘Iruttu Kumbam’, when the
The woman devotee, desirous of a child, should
temple is left in total darkness, after turning off all
bring five lemons and bangles to the temple. One
the lights. Fridays in this month are celebrated with
lemon will be used to remove the Evil eye, and it
special poojas, Maha Shivaratri, Full Moon in the
has to be crushed under the leg. The devotee
solar month Aquarius (February-March) are
has to pierce three lemons on the Trishul, seen
celebrated with festivities. The temple is open daily
near the Dhwaja Sthamba (Flag Post). She also
from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 2:00p.m.
has to tie a piece of cloth here from her sari. The
to 7.30p.m. The temple is located 45km from
fifth lemon is to be handed over to the priest of
Chennai in Ramapuram and 38 km from
the temple. He will smear it with Kumkum, and place
Arakkonam. Neem tree is Sthala Vruksha. In the
it at Devi’s feet, along with the bangles. When the lemon
mahamandap, one can worship Lord Kartikeya,
rolls down, it is given back to the devotee as Prasad.
Madurai Veeran, Yazhi Dwarapalakis on both sides
She has to take it home, and preserve it in the prayer
of entrance and Lord Ganesh. A lot of miniature
room. The bangles are distributed among other
cradles are tied on the Neem tree, as the mark of
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rare temple
The Anthill in the temple seems like a woman (lying down) with a pregnant belly.
Devi has a beautiful face, graceful eyes, parted lips and dainty eyebrows. Women
devotees beseech Devi here, to bless them with progeny. They conduct their Baby
Shower rituals in the temple premises, to show their gratitude to Devi.

fulfillment of prayers of and then stood beside Her in

devotees. the name of Thandavarayan.
Legend A poor villager was made
 Once Lord Shiva and to plough a rocky land
Goddess Parvathi were overnight, as punishment for
travelling amidst a forest, non-repayment of his debts.
densely packed with Neem While ploughing, he found
tree. Devi became tired, and blood oozing out of an anthill,
wanted to rest for a while. and the villagers started to
Shiva went in search of water. He could return, only worship Devi there,
after a long time. In the meanwhile, an anthill grew prompted by Divine Call.
over the Devi. Lord Shiva could find Her only in the Pray to Goddess Angala Parameshwari, and she
Anthill form. Out of frustration, He started to dance will take care of all your problems in childbirth.

Reference: [https://hindutemplesblog.wordpress.com/2017/12/18/putlur-angala-parameswari-temple]

REMEDIES FROM VISHNU SAHASRANAMAM

To Get Rid of All Ailments
Meaning:
Stavyah: One, who is the object of laudations of
everyone but who never praises any other being.
Stava-priyah: One, who is pleased with hymns.
Stotraruh: A Stothra means a hymn proclaiming the
glory, attributes and names of the Lord.
Stutih: A praise.
Stotaa: One, who, being all -formed, is also the
person who sings a hymn of praise.
Ranapriyah: One, who is fond of fight for the
protection of the world; for that purpose, he always
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sports in His hands the five weapons, the discus
Sudarshana, the mace Kaumodaki, the bow
Saranga, and the sword Nandaka besides the conch
Panchajanya.
PoorGah: One, who is self-fulfilled, being the source
of all powers and excellences.
Poorayitaa: One, who is not only self-fulfilled, but
gives all fulfillments to others.
Punyah: One, by only hearing about whom, all sins
are erased.
Punyakeertih: One, of holy fame. His excellences
are capable of conferring great merit on others.
Anaamayah: One, who is not afflicted by any
disease that is born of cause, internal or external.
To Him, I bow, pray and surrender.
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vishnu bhakti

Shree Mukundamala
Garland of Hymns to Lord Vishnu
Divine love (bhakti) transforms our ordinary life into an inner pilgrimage, leading to an
ecstatic union with the Lord. King Kulasekhara, one of the twelve Vaishnavaite Alvars,
was a bhakti theologian and devotional poet from medieval South India. He threw
off the reigns of Kingdom, immersed in his Bhakti towards Lord Vishnu. His devotion
was so intense, that he worshipped the devotees also as forms of Lord Vishnu. He used to
get into the state of divine ecstasy often, and he recorded his spiritual visions and deep realizations in devotional
songs. He is said to have composed the Mukundamala stothra, when he was sitting in the place of
Kulasekhara Alvar mandap, inside Sri Ananta Padmanabhaswamy temple, Trivandrum, Kerala.
The poem asks Mukunda (another name for Lord Krishna) to give the unworthy soul freedom from Samsara.
It describes the misery of the soul, trapped in this world, and exhorts that Lord Krishna is the only means of
Salvation. Composed in elegant Sanskrit, Mukundamala is a simple expression of Kulasekhara
Alvar’s devotion to Lord Krishna and his eagerness to share his divine experiences. It does not
contain much abstruse philosophical conundrums. Devotees generally start reciting Mukundamala, after
saluting Kulasekhara Alvar, in gratitude for his guiding Mukundamala stothra.
Verse 17 Verse 18

he iokaah shrnuta prasootimaraNavyaa he martyaah paramam hitam shrnuta

dh eshchikitsaamimaam
maranavyaa dheshchikitsaamimaam
yogajnyaah samudaaharanti munayo yaam
yaajnyavalkyaadayaha
antarjyotirameyameka mamrtam
krshnaakhyamaapeeyataam
tatpeetam paramaushadam vitanute
nirvana maatyantikam
O fellow mankind! please listen to the remedy to the
illness of birth and death, recommended by ascetics
like Yajnavalkya, who are very knowledgeable in
Yoga. Within you, resides the Supreme Light,
immortal and immeasurable Lord Krishna, who is the
medicine. Consuming this, bestows complete and final
liberation. Consume it always, without fail.
King Kulasekhara keeps proclaiming the glories of
Lord Krishna, and insists on chanting and hearing
His holy names, which is the only way to cross the
hurdles of Samsara. Devotion to the Supreme Lord
is the only cure to the illness, maladies of birth and which will be difficult for a beginner; but by chanting
death. Permanent remedy (medicine) is the Lord,
i.e. Surrendering oneself completely to the Lord
confers final liberation.
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vo vakshyaami samkshepataha
samsaaraarnavamaapadoormi bahulam
samyakpravishya sthitaaha
naanaajnyaanamapaasya chetasi namo
naaraayanaayetyanum
mantram sapranavam pranaamasahitam
praavartayadhvam muhuhu
O, mortal beings! You are all completely submerged
amidst the waves of misfortune, in the ocean of
material existence. Please listen to me! Leave
pursuing and acquiring various kinds of knowledge.
Instead, start repeating continuously the sacred
mantra ‘Narayana’ with Pranava (Om) prefixed to
it i.e. Om Namo Narayana
Lord Krishna is the only swift deliverer from the
affliction of birth and death, to the devotees.
Remember the Lord, day and night, continuously,
the holy name (mantra) again and again, final
emancipation is assured. Bow down to the Lord,
chanting ‘Om namo Narayanaya’.
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helped favourably.

DHANA YOGA CONFERS COMFORTABLE LIFE

I like to share with EST readers, an interesting Case-study, where
even Rahu remained favourable, not obstructing Dhana yoga effects.
This chart belongs to a female
Lagna 01°06’ Scorpio Visakha(4)
Sun 04°53’ Pisces U.Bhadra(1)
Moon 15°44’ Sagittarius P.Shada(1)
Mars 02°10’ Gemini Mrigasira(3)
Mercury 05°41’ Pisces U.Bhadra(1)
Jupiter 24°57’ Cancer Aslesha(3)
Venus 08°52’ Aquarius Satabisha(1)
Saturn 27°17’ Taurus Mrigasira(2)
Rahu 10°59’ Cancer Pushya(3)
Ketu 10°59’ Capricorn Sravana(1)
Balance Dasa: Venus 16 years, 4 Months, 16 Days.
Hyderabad during Jupiter-Saturn-
In this chart, 2nd and 9th lord (in exaltation) in mutual exchange causing Rahu period. Rahu with Jupiter in
excellent Dhana yoga. 4th and 7th lord in mutual exchange and with Dig exaltation, which is a benefic for
bala, conferred her luxury life (house, vehicle, etc.) and respectable spouse. Scorpio lagna helped her to go
She got married to an officer in Army force in April 1972 during Moon- abroad in respectable position
Sat-Jupiter period. She gave birth to a son in April 1973, in Moon-Mercury- (Diplomat’s wife) and acquire
Rahu period. During Rahu-Ketu – Mars period her, husband went to properties. Rahu, Moon, and
Sri Lanka as Diplomat. She accompanied him as Diplamat’s wife. She Jupiter gave auspicious results in
purchased a big 4 room flat in Hyderabad during Rahu-Venus period. their periods.
She went to Norway with her husband, who got posted as 1st officer
Dr.S.Shantha
during Rahu-Moon period. She purchased another bungalow house in
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MANTRAS ARE FREQUENCIES THAT CAN HEAL, KILL Frequencies of various Beej
Mantras
AND TRANSCEND
OM – 7.83 Hz
S ANSKRIT is the oldest language that was based on sounds and
vibrations. Every alphabet and its pronounciation have specific
meaning; like ku is earth, khe is sky etc.
Gam
Hleem
– 14 Hz
– 20 Hz
OM is the first and foremost of all mantras. OM is the sound of cosmic Hreem – 26 Hz
energy and contains all the sounds in itself. The spiritual efficacy of OM Kleem – 33 Hz
is heard, not by the ears, but by the heart. It surcharges the innermost Krowm – 39 Hz
being of man with vibrations of the highest reality. All galaxies (including Sreem – 45 Hz
ours) are rotating and they sound they make is OM. These cosmic sounds were heard
Frequency of OM is 7.83 Hz , which in inaudible to us, as the human ear by 12 strand DNA maharishis in
with 2 strand DNA human cannot discern sounds of frequency less than their spiritual trances, which
20 hertz. Birds, Dogs and few other animals can hear it. OM has been broadened their sense spectrums.
adapted into other religions as AMEN, 786 (OM symbol shown in mirror), However, our brain can register the
SHALOM, OMKAR/ONKAR etc. vibrations.

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Seven Chakras and Mantras Advantages of natural
Muladhara production of Nitric Oxide in our
Base or Root Chakra: Cervix/Perineum body
Sound Note: C; Colour: Red; Element: Earth; Mantra: Lam The anuswaram (nasal sound)
MMMM humming boosts the
Frequency in Hz: 261.6, 523.3, 1046.5, 2093, 4186 production of Nitric oxide in the body.
Keeps you Grounded. Connects your feet, to the Earth. This was known to Indians and
Swadhisthana documented more than 7000 years
Sacral Chakra: last bone in spinal cord ago.
Sound Note: D; Colour: Orange; Element: Water; Mantra: Vam Nadaswaram (Shehnai) is an ancient
Frequency in Hz: 293.7, 587.3, 1174.7, 2349.3, 4698.7 musical instrument which produces
similar nasal sound.
Emotions, Passion, intuition and creativity.
OM opens up quantum tunneling,
Manipura where the wormholes do NOT have
Solar Plexus Chakra : Navel area a restriction of speed of light. The
Sound Note: E; Colour: Yellow; Element: Fire; Mantra: Ram secrets of this universe are contained
Frequency in Hz: 329.6, 659.3, 1318.5, 2637.1, 5274.1 in energy, frequency and vibration.
Confidence, Assertiveness, ability to take a stand and say No. If you make the sound of OM in
Will Power. front of a drop of liquid, it will
transform itself into a Sri Yantra
Anahata which is very specific visual form
Heart Chakra: Heart area which is symmetrical and also
Sound Note: F; Colour: Green; Element: Wind; Mantra: Yam holographic, in that every bit of it
Frequency in Hz: 349.2, 698.5, 1396.9, 2793.9, 5587.7 contains all of it. This Sri Yantra was
Love, Kindness, Compassion, Harmonious relationships. revealed to Maharishis with 12
strand DNA and king sized pineal
Visuddha
glands more than 8000 BC. Sanskrit
Throat Chakra: (throat and neck area) Mantras have precise golden ratio
Sound Note: G; Colour: Blue; Element: Sky; Mantra: Ham of 1.618 sound harmonics
Frequency in Hz: 196, 392, 784, 1568, 3136 (Fibonacci/ Sri Yantra) in digital
Self-expression and Open communication. mathematical and geometrical
precision and Sri Yantra is based on
Ajna Brow
that ratio. The cymatics of OM is
Third Eye Chakra (pineal gland or third eye) the Sri Yantra, whose angle is used
Sound Note: A; Colour: Indigo; Element: Body; Mantra: OM to construct the Egyptian Pyramids.
Frequency in Hz: 110, 220, 440, 880, 1760, 3520. All Beej mantras end with
Insight and visualisation.Opens up your perecetive physic ability. Anuswaram MMMM , which
Sahasrara produces Nitric oxide, which is
Crown Chakra (Top of the head; ‘Soft spot’ of a newborn) a molecule that our body
produces, to help its 50 trillion
Sound Note: B; Colour: White ( combination of all the colours ) or Violet; cells communicate with each
Element: No Element other, by transmitting signals
Mantra: No Sound throughout the entire body.
Frequency in Hz: 123.5, 246.9, 493.9, 987.8, 1975.5, 3951.1 People with diabetes usually have
Wisdom. Connecting you to your higher Self and spirituality. Astral projection, lower levels of Nitric oxide, than
Inter galactc travel, higher spiritual powers, timelessness, language of light etc. those without diabetes.
Stems and Flowers cut from their
original plants can survive for longer
Frequencies under 7 Hz create a general feeling of time, if supplied with Nitric Oxide.
relaxation and well being, known as the Alpha state. Opiate drug Morphine , the addictive

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pain killer, works by an increase in Nitric Oxide release. Nitroglycerin and misuse of such mantras in Kaliyug.
Amyl Nitrite tablets serve as vasodilators, because they are converted to Not only could certain results
Nitric Oxide in the body, to ease angina pain (heart pain). Viagra also be attained by the proper use
works due to its action on Nitric oxide. of vibrations in sounds, but
Sufficient amounts of Nitric Oxide in blood controls the Blood Pressure. even today, the use of
When the human body reaches the age of 27 years, the secretion of nitric particular mantras are known
oxide is at its peak. As you get older, the production of nitric oxide in the for calming the mind, lowering
human body declines gradually, more from age 42 onwards. blood pressure, relieving one
Researchers have found that frequencies under 7 Hz create a general from unnecessary anxieties by
feeling of relaxation and well being, known as the Alpha state. The changing one’s focus in life, and
most beneficial frequency on Earth is said to be the 6.8 hertz so on. It is also understood that
frequency. Interestingly, the Pyramid at Giza has a constant certain mantras and prayers, such
frequency of 6.8 Hz running through it. Although researchers have as the chanting of the spiritual
studied it, they don’t know where it comes from or why in such an ancient names of God, bring to one the
structure. transcendental vibration of the
Mantras’ Frequencies that can kill ! spiritual world, from where it
Some ELF broadcasts from the Russians were thought to cause depression comes. This means it is like a
in humans. When the Russians first started transmitting in 1976, they emitted conductor, bringing the spiritual
11 hertz signal through the Earth. This ELF wave was so powerful that it energy and frequencies that come
could upset radio communications around the world, resulting in many nations from the transcendental strata.
lodging protest. The U. S. Air Force identified five different frequencies One of the classic mantras for this
the Russians were emitting in a wild ELF cocktail. They never broadcast use is the Hare Krishna mantra
anything below 11 hertz, or anything that would be beneficial. They had (Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna,
more sinister things in mind. ELF penetrates anything and everything. Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare /
Nothing stops or weakens them. At the right frequencies and durations, Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama
whole populations could be controlled by ELF, or even killed. Once the Rama, Hare Hare). Experiments
killing range of these frequencies is perfected, it could make nuclear bombs have already been performed, that
obsolete. It could kill almost immediately with powerful adverse frequencies. show the changes in those who
Whole populations could be killed indiscriminately from radio frequencies, regularly use this mantra. Sages
transmitted from the other side of the globe, without damaging anything of India have used this mantra
else. A conquering army could simply take over the land and buildings, successfully for Centuries, in
without a battle. order to reach spiritual states of
Atharva Veda describes Mantras formed by assembling Beej syllables in a being.
certain order and they can cause mass destruction, killings, depression etc. (Received from Navaneeth
Most of such destructive science existed before Kurukshetra war in 3100 Kerala)
BC, and people who had that knowledge were killed in that war to prevent

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Music and Poetry

Generally, 5th house denotes Music, 2nd house represents Vocal expression, and 3rd house,
Instrumental excellence. Venus combined with Moon kindles interest in music and enhances
imagination.
Music is a divine gift. More than any other art form, are in Cancer and Saturn aspects Cancer. All these
music has the power to soothe, invigorate and uplift have helped in producing soul-scintillating music.
the mind. The gift of learning, composing and Case-study 2: Mrs. M.S. Subbulakshmi, the Ramon
rendering good music can be evaluated astrologically.
Venus is the planet of art and love. Music, fine arts,
poetry etc. are the attributes of this planet. Generally,
5th house denotes music, 2nd house represents vocal
expression and 3rd house, instrumental excellence.
Venus combined with Moon kindles interest in music
and enhances imagination, alapana etc. Intellectual
planet Mercury gives courage for the public
presentation of the art with confidence. It bestows
the native with good sense of rhythm and beat. A Magsaysay award winner. 3 rd lord
strong third lord, in association with Mercury or Jupiter is in the 7th house with Moon.
Jupiter endows the native with a sweet, melodious Jupiter aspects the 2 nd lord Mars
voice. If Mercury is placed in a Kendra to 3rd house occupying the ascendant, the house of
also, the native is blessed with a sweet, competent Venus. These have helped the native
voice. A detailed analysis of the horoscopes of to reign over the world of music. Moon
some of the veterans of music follows. kindled her imagination. Strong
Case-study 1: Sri Thyagaraja occupies a prominent Mercury (in exaltation) brought her world-wide
recognition. Venus is coupled with Yogakaraka Saturn
(4th and 5th lord). 4th lord Saturn occupying 10th house
gave her success in public life.
It is also interesting to note that planets are occupying
kendras (1-4-7-10). This arrangement has helped the
native in her mammoth achievements. Mercury
occupying Kendra position to the 3rd house blessed
her with a sweet, melodious voice.
Case-study 3: Horoscope of the popular play-back
place among the great masters of singer Miss. Lata Mangeshkar.
Carnatic music.
Jupiter is in the 2nd house, the house
of speech and it aspect the 2nd lord
Sun in conjunction with Mercury.
Mercury is in vargottama. It is the lord
rd
of the 3 house aspected by Jupiter. Venus, the
karaka for music, placed in his own house, aspects
the 5th house kindling the imagination of the native.
Sri Thyagaraja’s musical talent, devotion and
philosophical eminence are clearly explained by the Second and fifth lord Merucry is favourably placed,
presence of Jupiter in the house of Atmakaraka Sun. 5th house is aspected by Jupiter. 3rd lord Moon is in its
Ascendant Cancer is a movable sign. Moon and Ketu own house. Mercury is placed in Kendra position to

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astrological evaluation
the 3rd lord Moon. Jupiter and
Moon are in sextile positions.
No wonder, she is blessed with
a sweet, melodious voice. Also,
Lagna lord Venus occupies 2nd
from Moon (Rasi) and kendra
to Jupiter.
Case-study 4: Horosocope of the music
stalwart Mr. Balamurali Krishna.
Mercury is strong occupying
his own house. Jupiter, lord of
the 4th house, Jupiter, lord of
the 4th house, aspects lagna,
Lord of 2nd and 3rd, Saturn, is
well placed and aspected by
Jupiter. Venus aspects the 2 nd house.
Debilitation of Moon gets cancelled. Planets
are placed in all the Kendra positions (1-4-7-
10). This arrangement brought achievements.
It is interesting to note the presence of
Dharma Karmathipathi Yoga and
Neechabhanga Raja Yoga.
The inherent talent of music goes hand-in-
hand with the talent for writing apt lyrics also.
Sri Thyagaraja was not only a musician but
also a poet. Many renowned musician have
written their own lyrics (Sahityams) to their
musical compositions. To be enriched with
the gift of poetry, Venus, Mercury and Jupiter
should be favourable placed either in
conjunction, or in Trikona. A strong Venus in
its own house or in exaltation will carry the
native to the realms of imagination. If the lords
of 2, 3 and 12 are in conjunction, or in kendras
or if Mercury is in kendras or if Mercury is
in Kendra and Moon in 11th house, the native
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will be blessed with the gift of poetry. If(I) the lord of the
ascendant occupies the ascendant; (ii) 2nd and 4th lord placed
in 2nd house, (iii) Jupiter occupying the 5th; (iv) 9th lord placed
in 12th with exalted Mars then the native will be enriched
with poetic wisdom.
Here is analysis of the horoscope of Nobel Laureate
Rabindranath Tagore.
In Tagore’s horoscope, there is a unique
blending of the influence of intellectual Mercury,
poetic Venus, philosophical Jupiter and political
Sun. Mercury and Venus are in conjunction in
the 2nd house. Jupiter is exalted in the 5th, the
house of intelligence. Jupiter is placed in his
own house in Navamsa. Jupiter and Mercury are in mutual
Kendras. A strong Mercury occupying its own house in
Navamsa endowed him with intellectual aristocracy. There is
mutual exchange (Parivarthana Yoga) between Moon and
Jupiter. The karaka of the mind, Moon, is the lord of the 5th
and is favourably placed conferring a highly imaginative,
intuitive and receptive mind. All these made him a poet, painter
and philosopher. The presence of the outstanding yogas of
Saraswathi, Parvatha and Chamara were responsible for his
greatness. The composer may be mortal but his music and
poetry are immortal and will remain forever.
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planetary combinations

Ascertain the Beauty of Your Spouse

from your Horoscope By Dr.CH.D.Ravindra Nath

Ever since the mankind stepped on this planet, men’s attraction towards women is not new. For ages,
beautiful women have been a topic of discussion among people. A large number of people still take skin color
as a prime aspect of beauty. When we talk about the colour of skin, we clearly look at the white, dark, and
wheatish complexion. Greek philosopher Plato describes – “Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder”. This
line is enough to say what beauty is. Everyone has a different perception about beauty (physical, intellect,
and mental), especially the beauty of a woman. For common people, it is hard to know what type of wife he
would get. But astrology has a clear-cut answer to this query. Read this content to find out the Astro
combinations in your birth chart that will bestow a beautiful wife and how much peace and prosperity she
will bring into your life.
Chapter 8 of Sarvardha Chintamani by Srivenkateswara Daivagna gives indications about wife in the
following manner:
Checking the Moon sign of your wife basing on your horoscope:

(Sloka 69 of Chapter 8)
th
Identify the 7 house lord, which is strong either from lagna or from Moon sign basing on it’s placement in
D-1 chart. The aspect of such strong planetdecides the Moon sign of your spouse. Or else, find the strong
planet of 7th house from lagna or Moon sign placement in the D-9(Navamsh) Chart. The sign of that house
or the trine from that house becomes the moon sign ( Rasi) of your spouse.
I have checked about 25 horoscopes and found the above rule is working in almost all cases. However
there may be some exceptions. Remembering that exception is not a general rule, this will certainly help in
finding out the rasi (Moon sign) of one’s future bride to eligible bachelor and for testing the rule for cross
verification in case of already married males.
Venus and Full Moon tell about the complexion the spouse. When the lord of the 7th house forms
of your wife the favourable unification with the Venus and Moon,
There are lots of characteristics of a beautiful face and Venus is in Kendra or Trikona houses, it indicates
that give a new meaning to the overall attractiveness a beautiful wife. Also, planets in the 7th house, lord
of females. These include darker, narrower of 7th house and the Navamsa lord of 7th house tell
eyebrows; fuller lips; higher cheek-bones; less fat; about the beauty, complexion, and aftermath life after
longer, and darker eye lashes; narrower facial shape; marriage with her.
narrower nose; no eye rings; a slightly bigger distance You are about to get a beautiful wife if,
of eyes; sun-tanned skin, and thinner eye-lids. When • Venus is associated with Jupiter, the 7th house,
it comes to astrology, there are different Planets that and the 7th lord.
make a big difference. But, it is the 7th house that • 7th house has either Moon, Jupiter, Venus,
catches all eyes in the birth chart of a man. or Sun. It indicates the white complexion of your
In a male birth chart, the 7th house is related to wife.
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planetary combinations
Identify the 7th house lord, which is strong either from lagna or from Moon sign, basing on its
placement in D-1 chart. The aspect of such strong planet decides the Moon sign of your spouse.
Or else, find the strong planet of 7th house from lagna or Moon sign placement in the D-9
(Navamsa) chart. The sign of that house or the trine from that house becomes the Moon sign
(Rasi) of your spouse. This Rule will certainly help in finding out the rasi (Moon sign) of one’s
future spouse to eligible singles, and for testing the rule for cross verification, in case of already
married males.
• Jupiter is present in the 7th house. This combination Wife equal in Caste and Status
gives you a faithful and devoted wife.  Either 7th house lord or 7th house is connected
• Mars is exalted in the 7 th house. with 2nd house in any manner, the person will get
• Moon is benefic in the 7 th house. wife of equal stature.(Sloka 64 of 8th Chapter).
• Venus in a benefic sign in the 7th house. Cordial or hostile relations with wife
You are about to get an attractive wife, but with a  If lords of the ascendant and 7th house are friends
blackish or slightly dark complexion if, or atleast equals, there will be cordial relations
• Mercury is present in the 7th house. between husband and wife. Otherwise frequent
• The 7th house is occupied by Saturn or Rahu. disturbances in family life are indicated. (Sloka 65
of 8th Chapter).
• The 7th house has a malefic planet.
Diminishing fortunes after marriage
• Afflicted Jupiter is present in a bad house.
 Lord of 7th, kalathra-karaka, lord of 1st and 2nd
Remember that Moon and Jupiter will give you a
houses—- all are placed in 6th, 8th or 12th and either
beautiful wife. Saturn gives you a not good-looking
in debilitated or combusted positions, the native’s
woman with over-aged appearance. Sun and Mercury
fortunes will start diminishing after marriage. (Sloka
indicate your likely association with many women or
56 of Chapter 8).
plural marriages.
Regaining of lost fortunes after marriage
If Venus is joined with Rahu, it would be a mixture of
Venus & Rahu elements. But if Rahu is also there with  7th lord, kalathra-karaka joined with benefic
Jupiter, then there is a chandal yoga created, and the planets or aspected by benefic planets results in
wife’s complexion will affect adversely. Before regain of lost fortunes (Sloka57 of Chapter 8).
concluding. your Navamasa and Ashtakavarga charts Stout wife
are also to be studied.  7th lord joined with auspicious planets, or Watery
Sarvartha Chintamani of Srivenkateswara planet, or placed in Watery sign or aspcted by
Daivagna describes the following yogas in husband’s Jupiter, then the wife will be of stout
chart with regard to wife: personality.(Sloka 84 of Chapter 8)
Upper caste or high status wife Good fortunes after marriage
 7th house lord stronger than Ascendant lord and  Venus if placed in 7th house or in upachayas and
placed in subhamsa and aspected by auspicious planets lord of 2nd house, if placed in 2nd or 7th and
and with placement in Vyseshikamsa.(Sloka 61 of 8th ascendant lord getting benefic aspect.(Sloka 55 of
chapter). chapter 8)
Native lower by Caste or status Method to determine about the spouse’s
th
 Ascendant lord weaker than the 7 lord or joined location, distance, direction and family, using
with malefics, debilitated in Navamsa, or placed in 8th D1 and D9 charts in astrology
house, or in descending position (placed between 16 In D1 chart, 3,4,6,7,9,10 houses describe spouse’s
to 30 degrees) the native will be lesser in Caste and location, distance, direction details. 4,5,7,8,9,10
social status than his wife. (Sloka 62 of 8th Chapter). houses describe the spouse’s family details.
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planetary combinations
Location Family
If 7,10 houses are well connected to 1,4 houses, 5th, 9th houses describe the spouse’s siblings. 10th
then the spouse lives in the native’s house. house is for mother i.e., your mother-in-law, and
If 7th house is connected to the 4th house, then 4th house is for father (Your father-in-law). Benefic
spouse lives at native’s birth-place. planets’ connection to 5,8,9 houses indicates a big
If 7th house is well connected to 9th house, the family. Malefic planets’ connection to 5, 8, 9 houses
spouse’s location would be nearby their birth-place indicates a small family.
and would be a far-off place from native’s living Case-study1: Bollywood Star Dharam Singh
place. Deol popularly known as Dharmendra.
If 7th house is lightly connected with 9th house and
well connected with 4th, then, spouse’s living place
would be different from their birth-place, and the
spouse would come to stay nearby the native’s living
place.
If 7th house to 3rd house connection is there, the
spouse lives in a far-off place from their birth-place,
but nearby the native’s living place.
If 7th house is connected to 3, 6, 9 houses, the (Source: AstroSage) (Balance of Venus Dasa at birth 3y 1m)
spouse stays in a foreign country. Born on Dec.8, 1935 at 6:00 AM
Distance of wife’s location at Ludhiana in 75E52 30N56
Relation between 7th,10th,1stand 4th houses either Scorpio lagna with Bharani-4 birth
through placement, aspects, exchange of houses or star, in Aries Moon sign.
causing Neecha-bhanga etc indicates that the spouse Dharmendra married the co-star
resides in the native’s town/city itself. Hemamalini. Her Moon sign is
The same relation as above between 7th,3rd,6th and Pisces. Now let us check this Rule
9th houses indicates more than 2000 km or in with the formula mentioned about wife’s Rasi. 7th
another country house lord as per Rasi and lagna is Venus. Venus is
Direction placed in 12th house to ascendant. From there, Venus
Select a planet which is well-connected to 7th and/ is aspecting Aries. As per Navamsa, lord of 7th
or 10th house and determine the Direction of your house from lagna and Rasi are Saturn and Venus.
spouse from your living place. Saturn is powerful by placement in own house. From
Sun – East there, it is aspecting Pisces (3rd house aspect). So,
we can conclude that Hemamalini’s rasi is likely to
Jupiter – Northeast
be either Aries or Pisces. The Second option
Mercury – North “Pisces” is found to be correct, as lord of 7thin D9
Moon – North-west chart from ascendant, Saturn, is strong by placement.
Saturn – West From Moon sign, Venus placed in
Mars – South 7th gave the native a beautiful wife
with good complexion. The mutual
Venus – South East
aspects of Venus and Moon ensured
Mars – South him in getting a wife skilled in
Venus – Southeast theatre-arts like dancing. In D-1
Rahu/Ketu – Southwest or connected planet’s chart, 7th lord Venus aspected by
direction. Jupiter indicated a little bit stout wife to him.

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planetary combinations
Venus placed in 7th from Moon sign in D1 chart
indicated good fortunes after marriage to
Dharmendra. As the ascendant lord and 7th house
lord in D-1, Mars and Venus, are inimical to each
other, the couple are said to be living in separate
houses now; but they are not divorced as per
confirmed reports.
Now, let us see how spouse’s location in case of
Dharmendra proved to be correct. Dharmendra’s
origin is Ludhiana in Punjab. Hemamalini belongs to
South India. Match is from a distant place. 7th house
lord Venus, 9th lord Moon. 3rd house Lord Saturn
are aspecting the 9th lord Moon.6th lord Mars is
aspecting 9th lord Moon. 9th lord Moon is aspecting
7th lord Venus. Hence alliance from distant place is
proved to be correct in the case of Dharmendra.
Case-study 2: Bollywood Star Achal Surinder
Kapoor better known as Boney Kapoor.
Kapoor’s wife Moon sign is Taurus, which is found
to be correct. In D-1 chart, 7th house placed Jupiter
is aspecting Venus, and both Venus and Jupiter are
placed in trines. Moreover, 7th lord, kalathra-karaka
joined with benefic planets or aspected by benefic
planets resulted in regaining of lost fortunes (Sloka57
of Chapter 8) after marriage.
Boney Kapoor’s origin is from North India i.e.,
Meerut. Sridevi is from South India. Distant alliance.
7th lord is aspecting 3rd lord Mars. 3rd lord Mars is
aspecting 3rd its own house.9th lord Venus aspecting
3rd lord Mars. Hence relationship between 7th, 3rd,
6th and 9th houses is established, which is vital for
distant match in case of Boney Kapoor.
Case-study 3: Bollywood Star Abhishek
Bachchan. Born on 05 Feb.1976 at 01:00 in AM
in Mumbai in Libra lagna and Pisces Moon sign in
Uttarabhadra-3 birth star.

(Source: Aaps.space)(Balance of Saturn Dasa at birth 5y 10m)

(Source: AstroSage) (Balance of Venus Dasa at birth 11y 5m) Abhishek married Aishwarya. Her
Moon sign is Sagittarius. Abhishek’s
Born on 11th Feb 1953 at 14:33:41
7th house as per lagna in D-1 chart is
in Meerut 28N55 77E41 in
Aries, and as per Moon sign in D-1
Aquarius lagna in Poorvashada- (2)
chart is Virgo. Of these, Mars is better
birth star in Sagittarius Moon sign.
placed and aspecting Sagittarius.
Boney Kapoor married actress Sri
Mercury placed in an enemy’s house
Devi. Her Moon sign is Taurus.
became weak. As per D9 chart, 7th lords from lagna
Boney Kapoor’s 7th house lord as
and Moon signs are Venus and Mars out of whom,
per ascendant in D-1 chart is Sun, which is ill placed
Mars is debilitated. Hence we can completely
and debilitated. As per Moon sign in D-1 chart, 7th
overlook Navamsa indication, and conclude with the
lord is Mercury, better placed and aspecting Taurus
D-1 indication, which shows Sagittarius Moon sign
(7th house aspect). Kapoor’s 7th house as per lagna
(Rasi) of Aishwarya.
in D-9 Chart and also as per Rasi is
Also, 37-year old Abhishek is two
Jupiter, which is ill placed in an
years younger than his wife
enemy’s house. Hence, we can
Aishwarya at the time of marriage.
ignore Navamsa calculation and
After much speculation concerning
consider the result as per D-1
their relationship, the couple got
calculation and conclude that Boney
married on 20 April 2007. This is
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planetary combinations
due to placement of Rahu in the ascendant to
Abhishek, which indicates some sort of abnormality
in marriage.
In “Rasi chart(D-1), as per Moon sign, 7th lord
Mercury joining with benefic planet Venus indicates
regaining of once lost fortunes to Bachchan family,
after the marriage with Aishwarya happened.
Case-study 4: Holywood Star Brad Pitt.
(Source: Astrosage) (Balance of Sun dasa at Birth 3Y 5M)
Born on 18th Dec.1963 at 12:00 hrs
in Shawnee USA 35N 19’37 96W
55’30 in Capricorn lagna,
Uttarashada-2 birth star in
Capricorn Moon sign.
Pitt married Anjelina Jolie. Her
Moon sign is Pisces. As per pitt’s Rasi(D-1), 7th
house from lagna and Moon sign is Cancer. The
lord is Moon. Moon is aspecting its own house
Cancer. As per Navamsa Aries Lagna, 7th house is
Libra, and as per Moon sign is Cancer. Their lords
Venus and Moon placed in Capricorn are aspecting
Cancer. From there, Trine house is Pisces is moon
sign of Anjelina Jolie which is found to be correct.
As per unconfirmed reports, Jolie
and Pitt were legally declared to be
separated in 2019, but the divorce
is yet to be finalized, as they
continue to hammer out custody
agreements for their minor children
and legally adult children. This is
because the ascendant lord and 7th lord as per D-9
chart Mars and Venus are inimical to each other.
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Also, marriage alliance from a distant place is very
much prevalent in the horoscope of Brad Pitt.
Case-study 5: Hollywood star Nick Jonas. Born
on 16 Sept. 1992 at 03:39 hrs in Dallas USA in
32N 47, 96W 48in Cancer Lagna, in Bharani-2 birth
star and Aries Moon sign.
(Source: Aaps.space.com)
Nick Jonas married Priyanka
Chopra. Her Moon sign is
Taurus.As per D-1 chart, 7th house
from Ascendant is Capricorn and
its lord is placed there. As per
Moon sign in D-1 chart, 7th house
is Libra. As per D-9 chart, 7th house from the
ascendant is Taurus, and its lord Venus is aspecting
Aquarius. As per D-9 chart, 7th house from Moon
sign is Pisces, the lord of which Jupiter is placed in
5th house from Moon sign. From there, it is
aspecting Taurus (5th house aspect). Considering
strength of respective planets in D-1 and D-9
charts, Priyanka Chopra’s Moon
sign Taurus is confirmed; powerful
Jupiter is aspecting Taurus.
Priyanka and Nick got married two
years after they first came into
contact. Ascendant lord Moon and
th
7 lord Saturn are Neutral to each other. That
resulted into a marriage without disputes to Nick
Jonas. Nick and Priyanka are now parents to a
13-month-old girl and are living together happily,
as per confirmed reports.
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Case-study 6: Bollywood star Sunil Dutt.
(Source:Astrosage) (Balance of Mars Dasa at birth 3Y 8M 23D)
Born on 6 June 1931 at 11:30 AM
in Khurd, Jhelum 73 E 43 32N 55,
in Leo lagna, Dhanishta Birth star in
Capricorn Moon sign.
Sunil Dutt married Nargis. Her
Moon sign is Aquarius. A careful
study of D-1 and D-9 charts
indicates lord of 7th house as per D-9 chart Jupiter
is powerful, which is aspecting Aquarius with 9th
house aspect, and hence it is considered to be the
Moon Sign of Nargis, which is found to be correct.
Talking about their age difference, Sunil Dutt was
28-year-old, when he got married to his 29-year-
old ladylove. Saturn, an aged planet placed in 7th
house, gives an indication of elder spouse to Sunil
Dutt.
The Nargis for Distant alliance is
very much prevalent in Sunil Dutt’s
horoscope. Ascendant lord and 7th
lord are neutral to each other,
resulted in happy marriage, without
any disturbance to Sunil Dutt. The
planetary positions in Sunil Dutt’s
hooscope indicated alliance from distance place, as
relation between 7th, 3rd, 6th and 9th houses existed
in Sunil Dutt’s horoscope.

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interview

“Astrology guides us, but it does not

compromise with destiny”
Dr. T. R. S. Raghavan in conversation with Hemamalini Raghunathan

Dr. T.R.S. Raghavan was born in a family, which was providing education to
the middle class and the downtrodden. He started his career as a High School
teacher and gradually rose up to the position of Professor of English in a well-
known college in Chennai. Later, in the year 1988, he got his Ph. D. degree in
English at the Madras University. Dr. T.R. S. Raghavan (044-24991316;
email: panditraghavan35@gmail.com. retired from service in May 1994, after
about 39 years of service in the teaching field. But, he never turned to be a
professional practising astrologer, though he used to give his friends, colleagues
and others astrological suggestions, whenever they sought his help. Even now, if Dr. T.R. S. Raghavan
any one wants his astrological guidance, he is available

Do you remember your first exposure to
Astrology/Astronomy?
I showed interest in Astrology even from my school
days. My frequent visits and casual talks with my
friend’s father (Sri N. R. Thiruvengadachariar, an
astrologer) kindled my desire to know more about
the subject. He asked me to read Alan Leo’s book,
Practical Astrology. It was my first entry into the
mystery-world of astrology. Indeed, a turning point
in my later life, after my retirement.
In the middle of 1993, I happened to meet Mr.
Sundaravaradachariar (Pulippani, a renowned
astrologer, and National Secretary of ICAS), who
suggested that I should take Praveen and Visharad
Examinations conducted by ICAS. I became a Life
member of ICAS and took the examinations. In1995,
I got the Visharad Diploma, which helped me to take
classes for candidates appearing for ICAS
Examinations and also gave me a chance to go to
the Maharishi Vedic University at Vlodrop, the
Netherlands. At Vlodrop, I had a pleasant time
meeting and discussing with astrologers from
different parts of our country, which, in fact, widened
my knowledge in the field of astrology.
Regarding my exposure to Astronomy, in the early
2019, I was asked by EST to write about
astronomical phenomena, which helped me to know
a little about Astronomy. Truly, I was never a Science
student. Circumstances pushed me into the field of
Astronomy.
What is astrology? Is it different from
astronomy? If so, how is it different?
In India, Astrology (Jyotish – Jothir Vidya), one of
the six Vedangas, was once considered Astronomy.
It is considered the eye of the Vedas. The expression
‘the eye of the Vedas’ signifies the asterisms, the
Zodiac signs and the planets; in other words,
Astronomy, in those days. It was first used by the
seers as Vasthu Sastra for construction of towns,
temples and for performing consecration and Yagyas
at temples and for the welfare of the society. Later,
when they noticed the effects of various Planets in
different Rasis (signs) at the background of the stars
(asterisms) allotted to each sign, they developed a
new science, Astrology. (Refer to Kalidasa’s Poorva
Kalamrita and Uttra Kalamitra).
Later, the theory of Karma or incarnation, rebirth,
was introduced by the Indian seers. Astrology is
indeed a science that ‘enables man to obtain a
glimpse of the unity of the powers of Heaven and
Earth and their expression which lie within the
hands of every man’. In course of time, the term
‘astrology’ is reduced to a pseudo-science of
prediction. Truly, it is not so.
Secondly, the terms used by astronomers and
astrologers are common and this again leads to
confusion and misunderstanding the two sciences.
Zodiac signs (constellations) are different from Rasis
(signs), which contain two and a quarter asterism or
stars, in Indian astrology. According to Indian
Astrology, the heaven (Akash) has three layers,
Nakshatra Mandala, Rasi Mandala and Graha
Mandala. Grahas give results according to the Rasi
and Star, in which they are posited in the sky at the

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All diseases and mental illnesses are due to previous Karma. Present pariharams (remedies)
will not do away the previous karma. But they will, to a certain extent, bring some solace to the
tormenting mind and body. Prevention of ill-health, accidents and the like is not within our
control, but cautious handling of the issue is within our bounds! Astrology warns us, but Destiny
over-rides warning in many cases!
time of one’s birth. Rasi, in which a planet is posited, is
called Stula Sarira (physical body) to that planet, and
the star in which the planet in that rasi is posited is
called Sukshma Sarira (soul) to that planet. In other
words, it is like the relationship between body and soul.
Soul (the centre of confidence and faith) must always
be strong and active to achieve success! Of course,
we have to find out whether the soul is strong or not,
only through astrology!
Thirdly, asterisms (stars) play a vital role in shaping an
individual’s destiny. Even in day- to-day conversation,
we use terms like ‘disaster’, ‘catastrophe’, ‘disaster
management’ and the like, to refer to any natural
calamity.
Astrology studies man as a microcosm of the universe.
It studies man in relation to the heaven (sky), the stars,
the Zodiac signs and the planets. It is the divination of
the supposed influences of the stars, planets, human
affairs and terrestrial events, by their position and
aspects.
Astronomy studies the celestial elements and their
physical and chemical properties without any reference
to the lives on the Earth. Hence, rises the need to
understand the definitions common to both Astronomy
and Astrology. Both words are quite old (Astronomy is
from about the 12th Century BCE, and Astrology from
the 14th Century BCE), and both share a root with the
word disaster (the Greek ‘astron’, meaning “star”). In
modern use, the two words have quite different
meanings, but for hundreds of years, they were
synonymous.
Do planets have any significant role in affecting
or indicating any disease in our body? Illustrate the
theory, with examples.
In his foreword to the book “Astrology and Diagnosis”
authored by Major S. G. Khot (Retd.), Dr. Mahendra
Kumar, M.S., F.A.C.S., retired Professor of Surgery,
Kumar Nursing Home, Indore, writes, “I can
emphatically say that correlation between prediction
and disease is worth considering, while declaring
the prognosis of anybody”.
Hippocrates, the father of medicine of the West, is also
of the same view. “A physician cannot safely
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administer medicine, if he is unacquainted with
Astrology. He who practises medicine without
the benefit of the movement of the stars and
planets is a fool”. The great Indian Ayurvedic
teacher Sushruta says, ‘Just as the Sun, the
Moon and Wind are necessary for the regular
functioning of this world outwardly, so are Vata
(wind), Pitta (bile) and Kapha (phlem)
necessary for the regulation of health in the
human body.’ “When the planets are in
disharmony in the sky, the balance in the human
body between Vata, Pitta and Kapha gets
disturbed, thus creating ill health”, says
Chakrapani Ullal.
The basic purpose of Medical Astrology is to
suggest the planetary influences, which cause
various diseases, afflictions and accidents. The
Cardinal signs and Six, Eight and Twelve houses
give clue to know about the diseases and the parts
of the body affected. When diseases are known,
located and diagnosed, treatment will be easy and
cure is assured. All diseases are not curable by
drugs. Physical diseases are inter- dependent upon
mind, and mental harmony is the most essential
condition of health and well-being.
Our physical body is composed of Three Doshas—
Vata (wind /movement), Pitta (energy) and Kapha
(inertia/motionless), Seven Dhatus, Rasa (taste),
Rakta (blood), Mamsa (flesh), Meda (secretion
of fluids), Asti (bones), Manja (marrow) and
Shukla (semen) and Three Malas, Mala (feces),
Mutra (urine) and Seedha (sweat). In common
terms, the seven types of Dhatus are plasma, blood,
muscle, fat, bone, bone marrow and reproductive
fluid. The Sun and the Moon have much to do with
the state of health. The planets affecting the Sun,
the Moon and the Ascendant indicate the nature
of ill-health. Each sign and each planet has a
specific area in the body and if affected, that part
of the body is affected. Mercury, Jupiter and Saturn
cause Vata problems, Sun, Mars, Rahu and Ketu
cause Pitta problems, and Moon and Venus cause
Kapha problems.
interview
Case Study 1: Male
Of the four Cardinal signs, three are occupied and
the 4th cardinal sign lord (Saturn, 7th lord) is placed in
the 2nd house, with 6th lord, Jupiter, in Poorva Phalguni.
Fourth house is occupied by Rahu in Chitra star. Sun
and Moon are in square aspects. Lord of the 12th
and 3rd houses (Mercury from the 8th) aspects the
planets (Jupiter & Saturn) in the second and Rahu in
the 4th and the 12th house. Mercury’s aspects resulted
in skin, kidney and blood problems. He got married in
May-June 1952, when he was passing through Mars
dasa. From January 1955, his health deteriorated and
during Mars dasa and Ketu’s antardasa, he passed
away towards the end of January 1957. Everything
was sudden and unexpected.
Case Study 2: Male
Of the four Cardinal signs, only two, Aries and Libra,
are occupied by planets. In Libra, there are three
planets, and Mars aspects the Ascendant and Rahu.
In the sixth house is posited the Sun, lord of the 5th
house. Sun and Saturn are in square aspects. Moon
gets the aspect of Saturn, which caused dementia,
when the native was passing through Moon’s major
dasa between 2018 and 2028. His health started to
deteriorate from Sun-Rahu period (2014). Sun is
responsible for sound health (Arogyam). Saturn’s
aspect to the Sun caused failure in health. He had
Parkinson’s disease also. When he celebrated his 91st
birthday in 2019, he was actually like a child, without
speech and expression. On 18th June, 2020, in Moon’s
Mahadasa and Mars antardasa, he passed away. It
is how planets work and it is a mystery to find how
they work. Planets, from their placements in a chart,
give a clue to our health, but it is difficult to interpret
the same in the right sense. Destiny is always
powerful!.
Can you point out how one can prevent / reduce
health afflictions, through astrology?
The question suggests, whether there is any remedy
for overcoming obstacles and dangers to get free from
or reduce ill-health. Astrology guides us, and it does
not compromise with destiny. All diseases and mental
illness are due to previous Karma. Present
pariharams (remedies) will not do away the previous
karma. But they will, to a certain extent, bring some
solace to the tormenting mind and body. Best way is
to control tongue, taste and senses. The placement
of Sun, Moon and Mercury (the seat of human
brain) and their affliction by malefic planets, Saturn,
Mars, Rahu and Ketu, the rasis, in which they get
afflicted will suggest the cause and the part of the
body affected. Astrologers can only indicate the
Mahadasa or Bhukti, when the native is to be careful.
They may suggest to avoid travel, surgery and the
like. Astrology cautions us, but it is the destiny that
hastens us to take hasty decision at times. Prevention
of ill-health, accidents and the like is not within our
control, but cautious handling of the issue is within
our bounds! Astrology warns us, but Destiny over-
rides warning in many cases!

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Atonement to sins of Past birth

Vedic Austerities from Karmavipaka Samhita By Rajeev K Khattar

Karmana jaayate jantuh karmanaiva vileeyte

Sukham dukham bhayam kshemam karmanaivabhipadyate
It is written in Srimadbhagwat Purana, Skandh 10, Chapter 24, that the soul takes birth in a particular yoni
(form of species ) depending upon the karmas performed in the previous birth/s. Also the soul experiences
happiness, sadness, fears and enjoyments, depending upon the karmas performed in the previous birth.
According to Vedas and Puranas, there are 8.4 million ( 84 lakh ) species of life, and the soul has been
continuously passing through the different species ( yonis) .
Although getting life in the form of a human is considered very lucky, but even after getting human birth,
many human beings suffer from various kinds of problems e.g. related to health, wealth, married life,
progeny etc.
Avashymev bhoktvyam kritam karma shubhashubh |
Naabhyuktam kshiyate karm kalp koti koti shtaerepi ||
Our rishis have believed that in this birth, we suffer and enjoy, due to good and bad karmas done by us in
our previous births. There are many vedic mythological texts, which describe the reasons of our sufferings
and the atonements to overcome the miseries, but Karmavipaka Samhita holds the highest rank, amongst
all the texts on this topic.
We human beings can reduce our sufferings, by following various methods given by our rishis. These methods
and rituals involves fasting, donations, mantra chanting and worshipping.
Karmvipak Samhita was written in dialogue form between Shiva and Parvathi. It describes the reasons of
the sufferings and the atonements to reduce the sorrows. It contains one hundred and eleven chapters, in
which such descriptions have been written for every Pada of every nakshatra. By reading this book, one can
know his/her previous birth’s bad karmas and the atonements’ rituals to end the sorrows of present life.
[Reference: ‘Karmvipak Samhita’ published by Shri Thakur Prasad Pustak Bhandar, Varanasi.]
In the second chapter of the Karmavipaka Samhita, Lord Shiva tells Parvati that He will answer all the
questions that arise in the world, with atonement for the human beings, born in all the four padas of twenty
seven nakshatras.
If a person is born in the first pada(charan) of son has one or the other deficiencies, it is because
Aswini Nakshatra, then the origin of his previous of this sin committed by him in previous birth/s.
birth should be considered in the house of a Brahmin Shiva further says to Parvathi that, as an atonement,
in Madhya Desh (central part of India)
to get freed from the sin, he should chant five lakh
In our opinion, unified Greater India (Akhand times Gayatri and Tryambak mantras .
Bharat) should be considered, instead of present
Also he should make an idol , made of 320 grams
day India. Unified greater India consists of
modern-day Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, of Gold, of the brahmin with his son and worship it
India, Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka . daily methodically.
For the greed of Gold, this person had killed a He should make Chatushkon Kund (square-
Brahmin and his son and enjoyed the Gold with his shaped Havan kund), and with a healthy mind,
wife. If this person is not blessed with a son or his worship the idol, by chanting the following mantras.

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every pada of 27 Janma nakshatras
In the second chapter of the Karmavipaka Samhita, Lord Shiva tells Parvati that, He will
answer all the questions that arise in the world, with atonement for the human beings, born in
all the four padas of twenty seven nakshatras.

O all the Gods, Demons and Brahma, Vishnu,

Mahesh ! please forgive all the sins committed by
me in my previous birth.
O Gods! May you kindly accept this worship, and
bless me with progeny.
Whatever I have done in my previous birth, out of
ignorance or pride, may you forgive and take me
unto your shelter.
After this, worship the ten dikpals and nine planets,
along with the devatas of the upagrahas.
Donate Ten Cows, and also donate a Bull with Gold-
plated horns, with its clothes.
After worshipping, feed the Brahmins and donate
Gold to them
Shiva told Parvathi that decorated Golden idol (320
gm in today’s context) of Barhmin and his son
should be donated to the Acharya(Vedic Pandit),

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every pada of 27 Janma nakshatras
who explains the rules and regulations.
This is the procedure to get his sins pardoned and
to run his lineage.
As long as that man lives, he should speak the truth
and observe the Ekadashi fast & Ravi-Saptami (
saptami thithi falling on Sunday ) fast
A person who behaves like this definitely destroys
the sins committed in the previous birth.
Shiva-Parvathi dialogue, regarding second
charan of Aswini nakshatra
At a distance of four kos (12.48 Km) from
Ayodhyapuri, in the East direction, on the banks of
river Sarayu, there lived a varna-sankar ( a person
of mixed race origin ) Kshatriya. His name was
Shwetvarma, and he was living with his wife and a
son. One day, his maternal uncle came to his house,
along with his son. His wife was very beautiful and
virtuous. His maternal uncle had brought Gold worth
billions of rupees. He lived at Shwetvarma’s house
for a month, and enjoyed tasty food of all kinds,
with his son. One day, Shwetvarma killed his maternal
uncle and his son, while they were sleeping.
Shwetvarma and his wife buried the dead bodies in
their house only, and grabbed his money and Gold.
Both of them enjoyed their lives, by spending the
thus-obtained Gold and money. Shwetvarma passed
away after a few years. Later on, his wife also died
in a deep forest. After her death, with the order of
the Lord Yama, (the god of death) the yamdoots
(ambassadors of Lord Yama) took her body to
hell called Kardam and gave them punishments in
the form of severe tortures. After going through
severe tortures, they were born as human beings
again, after taking births as donkeys and chameleons.
Shiva told Parvathi that since he had killed his
maternal uncle, along with his son, in previous birth, give the statue respectfully to a Brahmin and give
his lineage was destroyed, due to this sin. His wife
had been sick; due to previous birth’s karma, she
got again married to Shwetvarma only. Shwetvarma
had to suffer from Asthma, cough and hay-fever.
Shiva said that, now he would share the prayashchit
(atonements ) to overcome his miseries.
He should daily listen to Harivansh Purana and
donate ten cows to a Brahmin.
He should perform chanting of one lakh Gayatri
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mantra and homam of ten thousand mantras in a
circular-shaped homam fire-pot, after getting a statue
made of 60 sovereigns of pure Gold. After the
homam, the Brahmins should be well-fed respectfully.
He should worship the statue, after donating bed.
Method to worship the Statue is as follows:
Prepare a square-shaped Altar of sixteen finger
height. The material to be used to prepare Altar
should consist of soil of the following seven places:
Horse stable; Cowshed; Government office; Pond;
Elephant farm; Confluence of holy rivers and Ants’
nest.
Worship the statue, decorated with flowers and
fragrance, with the following mantras :
Om Chakradhrayae namah
Om Gadadharayae namah
Om Shardingne namah
Om Garudayae namah
Om Vishanavae namah
Om Shivayae namah
Om Brahmanae namah
Om Prajapatae namah
Om Sarveshavrayae namah
Om Lakshmyae namah
Devdev Mahadev Shankh-chakragadadhar
Namah poorvah kritam papam har twam
dharneedhar
O Lord of the lords Mahadev ! O , bearer of conch,
chakra & mace ! O, bearer of the earths , I request
you to pardon sins committed by me in the previous
births
O Goddess, after completing the worship in this way,
gold dakshina with devotion.
Again do circumambulation of that Ved Vyas
Swaroop Acharya Brahmin and take bath in Prayag
Tirth in Magh month with your wife.
By worshipping in this way, persons born in the
second Charan of Aswini nakshatra will be blessed
with a healthy child. Also this will help the persons,
whose child dies after taking birth, or born very sick
every pada of 27 Janma nakshatras
Shiva Parvathi dialogue, regarding the
atonement for the persons born in the third
Charan of Ashwini Nakshatra
Shiva said “O Goddess, now I share with you,
the atonement for the person born in the third
Charan of Ashwini Nakshatra, listen to it
carefully !”
Oh Goddess ! a Kshatriya was born in a pretty and
picturesque place called Narayanpur, located in the
Southeast direction from Ayodhyapuri. That person
was always engaged in his work, always ready to
do good deeds for the welfare of the public . His
name was Cholmukh. His wife Prabhavati was
dutiful . One of his friends was a Brahmin, deprived
of virtues and moral values in life . One day ,both
the brahmin and the kshatriya went for hunting. They
went to the inhospitable deep forest, after hunting
and killing the deers. They indulged in a dispute and
quarrelled over the distribution of meat. Because of
this, that evil treacherous brahmin died in that forest.
The Kshatriya-friend got stressed and worrisome.
After some time, he gathered courage and went home
. Later on, he cremated his friend, by following all
the traditional rituals. Then, after a long time, he
undertook Prayag pilgrimage, along with his wife,
and later left for heavenly abode happily, on the day
of Makar Sankranti. After enjoying the pleasures of
heaven for seven births, when his good karmas were
depleted, he took birth on Earth, in a family full of
wealth and grains.
Shiva told Parvathi “ O Goddess, that man was
born in Madhya Pradesh along with his wife; due
to his sinful karmas, he was not blessed with a
son. The children do not survive, as a result of
brahma hatya ( killing a learned person ). Now I
will share the atonements to neutralize sinful
karmas done in the previous births . By following
these atonements , the person will be blessed with
a healthy child of desired gender”
Shiva told Parvathi that to have a son, the native
should listen to Harivansh Purana and get ponds
and wells dugged for the general public and the
travelers. Donating a mix of nine types of grains,
equal to his weight , donating many types of cows
and clothes to the needy persons, also help in
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progression of lineage, there is no doubt about it.
O Goddess! “that woman will be happy and will
be free from kakabandhya dosham ( fate to
produce only one child ) and will be blessed with
a son. The above-mentioned atonements make
the natives get rid of diseases & illness also. This
should be performed, without giving any deep
netative thoughts “
Shiva Parvathi dialogue regarding the
atonement for the persons born in the fourth
charan of Aswini Nakshatra
Shiva said to Parvathi “Hey dear! Now I tell you
about the people born in the fourth charan of
Aswini nakshatra . Hey Shive, listen carefully”
There lived an apostate Kshatriya in a village called
Nandan. This village was located North of
Ayodhyapuri, on the banks of Sarayu river. He was
famous by the name of Lakshmana . His wife , named
as Kalyani, had big and beautiful eyes. She was full
of youth and had dubious character . Her husband
Lakshmana used to trade in clothes and jewels. He
used to do business with the brahmins. After spending
much time with the brahmins, and thereby gaining
their confidence, he stole the money of a brahmin.
Saddened by the shock and the grief, the brahmin
died, and left for heavenly abode.
After a few days of this incident , the Kshatriya also
passed away and went to the excruciating hell, where
he went through severe sufferings. He was kept
there for sixty thousand years and experienced hellish
tortures and pains. When he came out of that hell,
he was born as a bull, and after that he took birth in
human form as a prince.
We get good or bad life depending upon the karma
done by us in the previous births. He had made his
brahmin friend and business associate, to die out of
shock and grief, in one of the previous births.
Because of this bad karma, his son died in this birth.
His wife was Kakabandhya ( destined to produce
only one son), so the couple was unable to produce
another son.
Shiva shared the secret with Parvathi regarding
atonement for the grief and the sins committed
by him in his previous births.
By chanting Gayatri mantra one lakh times, all the
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every pada of 27 Janma nakshatras
sins committed gets neutralized.
By keeping kushmanda (outside Green & inside White coloured pumpkin) and Coconut in a cloth with
Gold and floating it in the middle of the Ganges river will bless the couple with a healthy child. It is also
advised to perform homamam with the proper rituals in a circular shaped Havan Kund.
The couple should also donate a Cow, decorated with beautiful clothes, with hooves covered with Silver,
and the horns covered with Gold to the priest, performing the Homam along with milking vessel.
Shiva assured Parvathi that there is no doubt that by following above-mentioned Atonement Austerities, the
kakbandhya dosham gets neutralized and the couple is blessed with many children and grand children.
Disclaimer: We have tried to translate the mythological treatise “Karmavipaka Samhita’ to the best of our
understanding. The author, the Editor, and the Publisher do not support discrimination, based on Gender,
caste, creed, religion and region in any way. Efforts have been made to translate as accurately as possible.
EST is open to suggestions for modifications, if any.
(…..to be continued)

Prasna Astrology
Get answers to your queries By Kaavassery S. Naarayanan

Ms. Hema Bhargava, Mumbai.

My husband ( 56 years) is looking for a job. When will he get a job?
Horary Number : 178
The Horary Moon is occupying the ascendant, with ownership for the 8th house, which represents the house
of earning for the life-partner, indicating reason for the current state of anxiety.
On rotating the chart, to put focus on the house representing the partner, the Moon, as lord of the house of
earning gets occupation in the 7th, throwing aspect on Mars and Venus in the lagna bhava. Mars, as an
untenanted planet, gets ownership for houses 6 and 11, both of which have a say on earning through job,
and is in a conjunction in the rotated chart with cusp of 2nd, that has bearing on earning .
The cusp on service is held by an untenanted Venus, having ownership for negative bhavas for the event
expected, besides signification for house of hurdles and difficulties, but her status of untenancy holds an olive
branch offering, a positive result.
Saturn aspects the 11th on the rotated chart, indicative of some delay. But, the lord of 6 and 11, aspects this
Saturn, suggesting that one will be needed to put repeated effort in achieving the aim, and after facing some
initial disappointments, effect for the efforts will turn positive, after the first week of August-2023.

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India’s Worst Train Tragedy in Three Decades By O D Mande

India witnessed the worst train tragedy near Bahanaga Railway station (Balasore District in Odisha) on
2 June 2023, in which over 275 people lost their life and over 1000 were injured. The sequence of events
was as follows: At about 6.52 pm, (approximately), Shalimar— Chennai Coromandel Express (12481)
passed through Khantapara station ,10 km from the mishap site of Bahanaga Bazar station at the speed of
130 km per hour. The original signal (at 6.54pm) for the Coromandel express was to pass through the
main line towards Chennai. No halt was to be made, as confirmed by the control panel. At 6.55 pm,
Coromandel Express erroneously entered Loop line at high speed and dashed into stationary goods
train there. (Loop lines are constructed to accommodate more trains, to ease operations. They are
generally up to 750 m. long to accommodate full length goods train.) The impact was so enormous
that the Coromandel engine climbed atop the freight train, causing 22 compartments to derail .Three coaches
veered off onto a parallel line At 6.56 pm, on the parallel line, Bengaluru –Howrah superfast express, as
it is popularly known, was coming from the opposite direction at 116 kmph .It had almost passed the
stretch when the derailed Coromandel coaches collided with its tail, derailing 2 bogies. Most of the
deaths happened in 5 bogies of Coromandel and 2 of superfast train.
Now let us examine the Annual Lunar chart ( 2023—24) cast at Bahanaga Bazar (Lunar chart is cast
at the exact moment of conjunction of the Sun and the Moon in Pisces) : 21 March 2023 at 22 :53:57
hrs at 86 E45, 21N 20.

Asc Sun Moon Mars Mercury Jupiter Venus Saturn Rahu Ketu

150 08’ 6040’ 6040’ 4002’ 10056’ 22031’ 11036’ 7028’ 11049 11049

Anuradha UBhadra UBhadra Mrigasira UBhadra Revati Aswini Satabisha Aswini Swati

The ascendant is Scorpio and both the lord Mars and co—lord Ketu are ill placed in the 8th and the 12th
house respectively. The ascendant gets the aspect of Saturn and Jupiter. The ascendant and
Jupiter are in Sarpa dreshkan. The 5th, 8th and 12th houses are weak in Ashtakarvarga, having 23, 22
and 22 bindus respectively. Mercury (intelligence), being close to the Sun, is Combust. Venus (vehicle—
-trains in this case) and Rahu (shady activity) are in planetary war, in which Venus is defeated. Rahu is also
considered significator of backward class and Muslims. Venus is afflicted with Rahu, and occupies the 6th
house, which happens to be maran-kaarak for Venus. These astrological features suggest a strong
possibility of deliberate interference in the interlocking. Mars is in Mrigasira, a Nidhan star from Moon
and aspects Catastrophe Saham (Asc +Uranus—Sun) Capricorn 0037’. Mars owns Apamrutyu Saham
Scorpio402’, which gets the aspect of maarak Jupiter. (heavy casualties). Sun happens to be the star-lord

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The dasa-bhukti-antara period (reduced to a year for the Annual chart 2023-24) at the time
of tragedy was Mercury—Mars –Sun—Venus. It is evident that many adverse astrological
features have ganged up, resulting in this great tragedy. The possibility of human interference
is indicated by combust Mercury and ill- placed Venus, afflicted with Rahu.
of this Saham. It is also observed that Venus owns the 22nd dreshkan and occupies Aswini, a Vipat star from
Moon.
The dasa-bhukti-antara period (reduced to a year for the Annual chart 2023-24) at the time of tragedy was
Mercury—Mars –Sun—Venus. It is evident that many adverse astrological features have ganged up, resulting in
this great tragedy. The possibility of human interference is indicated by combust Mercury and ill- placed Venus,
afflicted with Rahu.
Transit chart at the time of accident on 2 June 2023: In the Transit chart, ascendant lord Mars is debilitated,
and conjunct with Venus (Trains). Mercury (intelligence)
is conjunct with Rahu and Jupiter in Aries, owned by
debilitated Mars. Catastrophe Saham gets the aspect
of both Mars and Venus. The Transit chart, confirms
the indications of the Annual chart.
The work of rescue/relief of passengers and restoration
of damaged tracks was taken up on war-footing. The
track was made operational in a record short span of
51 hours !

Train Tragedy in Odisha By Anil Sharma

The horrific accident involving three Trains happened
on Friday 2 June 2023, at about 6:48 PM at
Bahanagar Bazar Station in Balasore district of
Orissa, when Shalimaar Chennai Coromandal
Express headed towards Chennai derailed, after
collision with Goods Train on the adjacent track,
causing the rear Carriages of the Coromandal
Express, to veer off on the third Track. The
Bangalore-Howrah Superfast Duranto Express,
coming from Bangalore on the third Track rammed
into the derailed Coaches of Coromandal Express.
As many as 300 people were killed and over 1100
injured in an accident.
At the time of the accident, Scorpio lagna was rising.
Eighth house, Saturn, Mars and Rahu are the astro-
reasons responsible for the accident. The lord of
lagna, Mars, is debilitated in the 9th house, and is
combined with Marak Venus. For Scorpio lagna,
Venus is powerful Marak. The Karak of accident,
Saturn, is in Aquarius sign, an Airy sign. Another
Karak for accident, Mars, aspects that Saturn. Saturn
also aspects lord of 8th house, Mercury. The lord
of 9th house Moon is in the 12th house along with
Ketu. Ketu Saturn and, also 8th house Lord
Mercury played disastrous roles.
In Navamsa chart, Mars and Saturn are aspecting
each other.
Such planetary combinations clearly indicate
Accident with fastest-moving Vehicles. Mars is the
lord of South direction, as such accident takes from
Train coming from South and going to South.
If we continuously monitor the planetary movements,
we can clearly predict many incidents in advance.
Email: arfudaipur@gmail.com

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De-Dollarisation : Illusion or Possibility By O D Mande

Of late, there has been a lot of talk of de-dollarisation, meaning ‘reducing or eliminating the hegemony of the
US currency in the three motives, ascribed to currency’: as a means of exchange or payments; as a store of
value and for speculation. De-dollarisation is a process of substituting US Dollar as the currency used for
(i) trading oil and/or other commodities (ii) buying US dollars for the forex reserves (iii) bilateral trade
agreements and (iv) dollar-denominated assets.
But how easy is it really to dislodge a global anchor currency? Is mere Economic and Military
might enough for that? Germany had emerged as a challenger to British power in 1870, after it defeated
France. There was talk even then (inspired by the Germans naturally) that the German currency would
displace the British Pound soon. But it took 75 years after that, till 1945, when the Second World War
ended. And it was the US dollar that emerged triumphant, because during the First World War, all the
British and French Gold ended up in the US as collateral for American loans to Britain and France. Even so,
the Pound remained a major currency, till the huge devaluation of 1966. The Euro, introduced 25 years
ago, has not proved even an effective alternative, let alone replace the Dollar!

So what does it take for a Currency to become
an international medium of exchange for an
international store of value and an international
instrument of speculation? The answer is TRUST,
which is the one thing that China, under Xi Jinping,
does not inspire. But America has what truly matters
viz. international trust for many decades. Dollar
has been the most-sought reserve currency for
decades, which means that it is held by central banks
across the globe in significant quantities. Dollar is
also primarily used in cross-border transactions by
nations and businesses. Without a doubt, US dollar’s
dominance is a major reason for the US’s influence
over public and private entities, operating around
the world. This unique position, not only makes US
the leader in the financial and monetary system, but
also provides incomparable leverage, when it comes
to coercive ability to shape decisions taken by
governments, businesses & institutions and makes
US the leader in the financial and monetary system.
As international trade needs a payment and financial
system to take place, any Nation in position to
dictate the terms and policies over these systems
can create disturbances in trade between other
players in the system. The US has, for long, used
imposition of sanctions as a tool, to achieve foreign
policy and goals in trade between other players in
the system. This is how imposition of sanctions work
in theory ! The US has for long used imposition of
sanctions which entails restricting access to US-led
services in payment and financial transaction
processing. However, this dynamic is undergoing
gradual and visible changes with the emergence of
China, slowdown in the US economy, European
Union’s independent policy assertion, Russia-US
detachment, and increasing voices from across the
world to create a polycentric world and financial
system in which hegemonic capacities can be muted.
The world is witnessing de-dollarisation attempts and
ambitions, as well as the rise of digital or
cryptocurrencies at an increasing pace today. As a
result of sanctions imposed by US on Russia, in the
wake of Rusia—Ukraine war, the value of the
Russian Rouble to a Dollar declined from 77 to 141
in a matter of few weeks. To arrest this fall, Russian
President Vladimir Putin asked oil buying nations to
pay in Roubles and not Dollars. This condition
pushed up Rouble demand and consequently its
value shot up to 60 Roubles to a dollar by June
2022!. This recent “ miraculous “ recovery of the
Rouble showed, beyond a semblance of doubt, that
the ubiquitous dollar was, after all, fallible, and
encouraged many Nations to look for alternatives
to US dollar. Russia, China and EU are already
on the way in the process of de-dollarisation, and
India too is not lagging behind. Some countries have
agreed to do trade with India in Rupees.
In the process of de-dollarisation, BRICS countries
are playing a pivotal role. However, a group of 5

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The economic prospects of USA and China are not bright. In case of Russia, the ongoing
war has caused huge damage to its economy, and it would take considerable time to recover,
even after the war ends. In this scenario, India stands out as a source of hope and trust. All
the same, de-dollarisation is not an easy task. The idea of de-dollarisation is no longer an
illusion, but a strong possibility. However, it would take some years, to get established.
BRICS countries may not be sufficient to take on the mighty dollar .Fortunately a number of other
countries (Saudi Arabia, Iran, Argentina, UAE, Algeria, Egypt, Bahrain, Indonesia, Turkey, some
African countries and even Mexico –USA’s neighbour !) are knocking at BRICS’ door. This is a sign
that the world needs a fairer governance than the West-dominated one.
With this background, let us analyse USA. In USA the total debt has reached the astronomical figure of $
31.4 trillion i.e.120 % of GDP ,far in excess of the tolerable limit of 70%. The US Govt. can’t take more
loan, unless the debt ceiling is raised by the US Congress !. The U.S. Treasury Secretary said that US
govt could run out of money to pay all of the government’s bills as early as June this year, without
a debt-limit increase, prompting President Joe Biden to take up the matter with leaders including
Republicans on emergency. After a marathon round of talks between White House negotiators and top
House Republicans, the House of Representatives (on May 31) deferred the debt ceiling itself by two
years, allowing the government to borrow unlimited sums as necessary to pay its obligations ! The Bill was
promptly passed by the Senate the next day .This suits all political parties, because the next Presidential
election will be held, well before the two-year lull ends!
Two years ago, the US Govt. had toyed with the idea of minting a platinum coin of $ 1 trillion value to justify
that much currency printing. Following flak from public and financial experts, the proposal was dropped
! Recently some US banks have collapsed, and more banks may fail, adding to the economic woes. The
IMF has already forecast very low GDP growth rates for USA during 2023 and 2024.
Horoscope of USA 4 July, 1776 at 17:10 hrs at 39N57, 75W10 Philadelphia in Pennsylvania

(Source:astrodatabank)

Asc Sun Moon Mercury Jupiter Venus Saturn Rahu Ketu

21030’ 220 36’ 60 27’ 30 29’ 150 13’ 120 24’ 240 05’ 160 52’ 160 52’

Jyeshta Punarvasu Dhanishta Pushya Arudra Arudra Chitra Aslesha Sravan

The ascendant Scorpio is devoid of benefic aspect, and gets the malefic aspects of Rahu and Saturn.
The ascendant lord Mars is posited in the 8th house, conjunct with 2nd / 5th lord Jupiter, 7th /12th lord
Venus and the 10th lord Sun. The 8th house, besides being the most malefic, is weak in Ashtakavarga too,
having 22 bindus only. The 2nd house (wealth, economy ) gets the aspect of its lord Jupiter and other
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occupants of the 8th house. The current dasa is Jupiter-Saturn from January 2023 up to July 2025. Jupiter
mahadasa will continue up to November 2036 and is expected to be generally unfavourfable.. USA has
managed so far, despite heavy debt burden, and also dominated over the world. This unique advantage of
USA can be attributed to the exceptionally high Ashtakavarga strength of the 6th house having 47 bindus !
But it can’t go on forever like this, as the bubble has to burst at some stage. Jupiter mahadasa will continue
up to November 2036, and is expected to be generally unfavourfable. Presently sade-sati is also in operation,
and the transit Saturn is transiting over the Moon (Janma Sani) in the 4th house from Lagna, having only 24
bindus. Recently, the IMF has remarked that the US dollar is gradually losing its status as the
world’s main reserve currency. Summing up, the economic prospects of USA appear black.
Chart of India 15 August1947 at 00:00 hrs at New Delhi.

Asc Sun Moon Mars Mercury Jupiter Venus Saturn Rahu Ketu
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
7 47’ 28 01’ 4 0’ 7 28’ 13 42’ 25 54’ 22 35’ 20 30’ 5 05’ 50 05’
Krittika Aslesha Pushya Arudra Pushya Vishaka Aslesha Aslesha Krittika Anuradha

The ascendant is Taurus, afflicted by Rahu –Ketu axis, and is devoid of benefic aspect, but this deficiency is
more than compensated by the exceptionally high Ashtakvarga score of 44 bindus. The ascendant lord
Venus is posited in the 3rd house, conjunct with Sun, Moon, Mercury and Saturn. The second house
denoting (inter alia) wealth is occupied by the 7th cum 12th lord Mars, and has 19 bindus only. The
current mahadasa is ruled by 3rd lord Moon, upto September 2025. Moon is in Pushya star, which
happens to be “Sadhana” star (achievement) from the ascendant. During Moon mahadasa, the notable
reforms on the economic-front have been opening of crores of Jan Dhan accounts for the people, direct
transfer of money in their accounts, introduction of Goods and Services Tax (the monthly GST collection
is inching towards Rs 2 lakh crores), rationalisation of tax structure, and exceptionally large scale
digitalization of payments. At present, India is leading the world in digital payments. Even the IMF has
noted this, and appealed to other Nations to learn from India ! (India has also been buying huge
quantities of gold as this precious Yellow metal is a good hedge during times of uncertainty and
economic turmoil). After the Moon mahadasa , the seven year Mars mahadasa will begin in September
2025 and run up to September 2032. This mahadasa may be challenging for the reasons mentioned earlier.
Fortunately, Mars occupies Arudra, a Kshema (well-being) star, is conjunct with Bhrigu Bindu and gets the
benefic aspect of Jupiter too. So Mars mahadasa can be expected to give success in endeavours after
struggle. The subsequent mahadasa will be ruled by exalted Rahu with 44 bindus in the ascendant, and can
be expected to give wonderful results. Summing up, India’s prospects are bright.
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Russia On 25 Dec. 1991, following an unsuccessful Communist Party coup, the Soviet Union was
dissolved, and Gorbachev resigned as President of USSR, declaring the office extinct. He turned the
power to Yeltsin. That night, the Soviet flag was lowered for the last time, and the Russian tricolour was
raised in its place.

(Source: astrology weekly.com )

Asc Sun Moon Mars Mercury Jupiter Venus Saturn Rahu Ketu
270 23 ’ 90 41’ 90 14’ 250 28’ 170 43’ 200 51’ 290 10’ 110 10’ 160 24’ 160 24’
Aslesha Moola Makha Jyeshta Jyeshta P.Phaguni Visakha Sravana P Shada Arudra

The ascendant is Cancer, and the lord Moon is placed in the 2nd house, conjunct with 6th cum 9th lord
Jupiter. The ascendant falls in Sarpa dreshkan and the lord Mars, being the lord of 5th and the 10th house,
is Yogakaarak, and occupies the 5th house ,conjunct with functional malefic Mercury, which falls in Sarpa
dreshkan. The 6th house of dispute, debt etc is occupied by 2nd lord Sun, conjunct with Rahu, a good
combination for victory over rivals. Rahu falls in the star of Venus, which owns and occupies the 4th house
of homeland. Russia’s dispute with Crimea in the past and the ongoing war with Ukraine are related to
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s concern for the home-land. Had Ukraine agreed to Putin’s condition of
not joining the NATO, the war could have been averted. The chart has two Mahapurush yoga’s viz
Malaya yoga formed by Venu and Sasa yoga formed by Saturn .The 2nd house of wealth /economy is
occupied by ascendant lord Moon, conjunct with Jupiter, forming Gaja-Kesari yoga, very favourable. The
12th house of loss/expenditure is very strong in Ashtakavarga with 32 bindus, and this explains how Russia
is surviving despite heavy losses incurred during the ongoing war. The war has affected economies of many
counties including USA and unleashed global inflation. The war would have ended within a few months,
but for the continuous intervention of USA and some NATO countries, in the interest of their own arms
business ! The current dasa is Moon –Jupiter up to May 2024, followed by Moon-Saturn dasa up to
December 2025. Moon mahadasa operating up to February 2030 would cover the huge war –induced
loss. The subsequent mahadasa of Yogakaarak Mars can be expected to give favourable results.

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China With an average annual growth rate of 6.7% since 2012 ,China has seen one of the fastest
sustained expansions for a major economy in history . China’s rapid technological advances have also
made it a strategic threat to the United States and its allies. It had been steadily pushing American
rivals out of long-held leadership positions in sectors ranging from 5G technology to artificial intelligence.
However, China’s economy began slowing down due to its Zero –Covid policy and weakening global
demand. The other factors are (i) huge slump in real estate sector. (ii) industry titans have left China and
moved to other countries. (iii) Huge debt burden of US $ 8 trillion on local self-governments. (iv) Climate
change i.e. extreme weather has started to have a lasting impact on China’s industries.

Asc Sun Moon Mars Mercury Jupiter Venus Saturn Rahu Ketu

12046’ 14038’ 10003’ 210 45’ 200 ‘02’ 29019’ 26019’ 200 01’ 23050’ 23050’

Sravana Hasta Sravana Aslesha Hasta U.Shada Visakha P. Phalguni Revati Chitra
th
The ascendant is Capricorn, and its lord Saturn is ill placed in the 8 house. The ascendant is devoid of
Jupiter’s aspect, but Saturn gets it. Saturn happens to own the 2nd house (wealth /economy) also. Rahu,
the co-lord of the 2nd house, is posited in the 3rd house of valour, and explains the economic rise of China
through hard work . Mars owns the 4th (homeland) and the 11th (expansion of homeland) and is debilitated
in the 7th house of relations, which clearly shows China’s well known tendency of grabbing neighbours’ land
! China is passing through the mahadasa of Mercury, since September 2021. Mercury is close to Sun, and
afflicted by Ketu, Guilka and Maandi. Over and above this, the 9th house is weak in Ashtakavarga having
23 bindus only. The well-known Evergrande crisis cropped up in 2021, during Mercury mahadasa. Last
year, some banks collapsed, and the aggrieved depositors are still fighting for their unpaid deposits. The
current Mercury –Venus period runs from February 2023 to December 2025. This period can give some
relief, as Venus is Yogakaarak, and forms Malavya yoga too. China is also passing through the second
phase of sade-sati, but it may not be adverse, as the 2nd house is owned by Saturn and has 27 bindus. The
Debt Saham (Ascendant+Mercury—Saturn) is Aquarius 12047’, owned and aspected by Saturn. Saturn
gets the aspect of Jupiter (money) from the 12th house of expenditure, suggesting that China may have to
extend monetary help to companies in distress, to contain the adverse economic fall-out. The mahadasa of
Mercury running up to Sept 2036 would be full of hurdles, and the subsequent Ketu mahadasa would be no
different. Summing up ,China’s economic prospects appear average.
Conclusion: The economic prospects of USA and China are not bright. In case of Russia, the ongoing
war has caused huge damage to its economy, and it would take considerable time to recover, even after the
war ends. In this scenario, India stands out as a source of hope and trust. All the same, de-dollarisation
is not an easy task and would need concerted efforts of BRICS and other nations during the years to come.

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Some progress has been made in this direction as follows:
(i) India has already begun trade in Rupees with some countries.
(ii) Russia reduced its share of dollar-denominated assets to about 16% in 2021. It also reduced its share of
trade conducted in USD by prioritising national currencies in bilateral trade .The use of USD in Russia’s
exports to BRICS crashed from 95% in 2013 to less than 10% in 2020
(iii) China aims to use trading platforms and digital currency to promote dedollarisation. The IMF has
already added Yuan to its SDR (Special Drawing Rights ) basket in 2016. But the lack of Yuan’s full
convertibility is an hindrance in China’s dedollarisation ambition. Efforts are underway for the possible
introduction of a new Russia-China payment system, bypassing SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank
Financial Telecommunication) and combining the Russian SPFS (System for Transfer of Financial Messages)
with the Chinese CIPS(Cross-Border Interbank Payment System).
(iv ) Brazil is planning a new currency for South America
(v) In the next meeting of BRICS due in August this year, a new currency is likely to be announced
(vi) Asian Clearing Union –-comprising central banks of India , Iran, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives,
Nepal, Sri Lanka and likely to be joined by Belarus and Mauritius — is going to develop an international
payment system as an alternative to West-dominated SWIFT.
So, the idea of de-dollarisation is no longer an illusion, but a strong possibility. However, it would take some
years, to get established.

Relief through Rectification In Vasthu Sastra, the Northeast quadrant is the

No Major demolition / alteration
By Yuvaraj Sowma
Case Study: Blessed with a child, after making
changes, as per Vasthu Sastra
PEOPLE may see it as coincidence, but Mrs.
B.Satiawani is convinced that the child she is carrying
is due to the changes ahe made to her house, following
Vasthu Sastra.
“My story may sound quirky to some people, but
my husband and I attribute the cheerful news and
change in our lives to the powerful science of
Vasthu Sastra,” said the 33-year-old Administration
Clerk from Klang.
Mrs. Satiawani and T.S. Sri Shanmuga Rajah had
wanted a child from the time they got married, five
years ago. They have visited seven specialists, without
any success. When they learnt about Vasthu Sastra
after reading the Vasthu Sastra Column in the
Magazine ‘Express Star Teller’, they realized what
they were doing was wrong.
Shanmuga Rajah, (35) a quality engineering
department Manager, said that they had been sleeping
in the Northeast bedroom of their North-facing single
–storey terrace.
spiritual section of the house, and the couples should
not occupy this space, which is meant strictly for a
Prayer room or study room. It should also be kept
free from weight. Couples who sleep in this quadrant
are less likely to be blessed with children. They also
face the risk of having deformed babies.
Vasthu Sastra recommends that couples should
sleep in the Southwest quadrant, where positive
energy is stored. It will enhance their
relationship.
“We immediately shifted to the Southwest bedroom,
which is smaller, last July, and moved the Prayer
Altar from the East bedroom to the Northeast”.
“The first thing I felt after a few days was
increased confidence. Two months later, my wife
confirmed that she was expecting,” Shanmuga
Rajah said.
He converted the toilet and bathroom in the extreme
Southwest corner into a Storeroom, and built a new
toilet in the East.
“I also removed all creepers, particularly the
Money-plant, and made sure my house is Vasthu
Sastra- Friendly. My kitchen is located in the
Southeast as per Vasthu Sastra and we are a lot
calmer and happier now.”
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A to Z of Mercury

Gains, Wealth, Comforts and Fulfilment

MERCURY IN 11th HOUSE By Dr. Revathi Vee Kumar

11th house signifies one’s gains, receipts, income, elder co-born, dawn of fortune, wish fulfilment, etc. In
general, all planets are said to give good results while posited in it, ensuring gains and one or the other sort
of fulfilment related to the planet occupying the house. Mercury’s position in 11th house is no exception. This
write-up deals with the effects of Mercury in/on 11th house.
According to classical texts, Mercury produces branches of learning —- Jatakabharanam
the following results in 11th house: (ch.17, sl.47).
1. Native will be rich, be an amicable worker, be 7. Native is wealthy, influential, endowed with
learned, have few children, soft-charactered, happy children, noted for his charities, endeared to the king
and endowed with wide enjoyments, be long-lived and the soldiers alike and open hearted —— Khet
and famous—- Saravali (ch.30, sl.48), Kautuk, stanza-49.
2. Mercury in 11th house will arouse interest in the 8. Native will be good-looking, fond of poetry,
study of Vedic scriptures. The native will be rich; splendorous, free from sickness, showy and skillful
will nourish his family; will have weak structure and in carrying out royal orders —- Hora Ratnam
company of women. He will possess beautiful dark (ch.3, sl.59),
body and charming eyes —- Mansagari (ch.2). 9. Native will adopt business as the means of
3. Native will perform many auspicious ceremonies. livelihood and will enjoy wealth and comforts through
He will acquire wealth through many sources. After it. He will be interested in Shilpa shastra and other
the age of 21, he will be blessed with children and handiworks. He will perform different types of good
will be wealthy and kind-hearted. If such Mercury karmas; will be healthy, long-lived and richer than
is in the house of a malefic or is associated with others —- Markandeya Jyotisha (ch.7).
malefics, the native will suffer loss of wealth on 10. A native born in Gemini Ascendant will have
account of sinful deeds. If Mercury is in own or misunderstandings with his eldest brother, if Mercury
exaltation sign, the native will become wealthy by is in 11th house —- Bhavartha Ratnakara (ch.1,
performing virtuous deeds —- Bhrigu Sutram. Mithuna lagna, st.10).
4. Mercury is required in 11th house to accomplish 11. Following combinations are seen in Shambu
monetary gain, get a charming personality and Hora Prakasha (ch.6): (i)Mercury, Venus or Moon
freedom from debts. It gives all the wealth that is in 11th house will cause acquisition of daughters
given by the native as ‘dowry’ at the time of his (sl.221)
daughter’s wedding. It enables the native to make (ii) Mercury and Venus in 11th house will bless one
the saints and Brahmins to feel gratified —- with bed-comforts (sl.223)
Chamatkar Chintamani, (iii) If Mercury is placed in the 11th house with
5. Jataka Saradeepa (ch.49) gives following exceeding strength, there will occur excellent effects
combinations: i)If Mercury or its aspect is in 11th in respect of all bhavas (That is, the native will enjoy
house or Mercury’s Vargas are more in it, the native happiness of every kind) (sl.224).
will get money by handicrafts, writing kavyas, articles,
(iv)11th house begetting the divisions of Mercury or
horse grass, etc (s.3) being occupied or aspected by it, the native will
ii) Native gets wealth in 45th year. (sl.20). register gains through poetry (or authorship), arts,
6. Native is sensual or pleasure-loving, extremely crafts, writing, commerce, eunuchs, finances, valour
wealthy, courteous of manners, always cheerful, has and diligence (sl.230).
good nature, is strong and practices or studies many 12. During the ruling period of Mercury, located in
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A to Z of Mercury
Almost all classical texts are unanimous in declaring that Mercury in 11th house guarantees
good gains in many ways, and particularly by fair means. Gains are predicted through arts,
crafts, writing, poetry, trade in different articles, teaching, Mathematics, Accountancy, practising
shastras such as Shilpa shastra, Astrology, etc. The native is said to adopt any of these activities
for his livelihood and earn well through them.
11th house, the native gets wealth from many sources,
gets money of charity, or as a result of honour by the
king or through agriculture, trade or by intellectual
pursuits-— Sarvartha Chinthamani (ch.13, sl.31).
13. If Mercury occupies 11th bhava in full strength,
wealth comes to the native from a dear master, a
discerning friend or a maternal uncle —-- Jataka
Parijata (ch.15, sl.67). Also, if 11th lord happens
to be Mercury, the means of acquiring wealth will
be knowledge, relations or sons -— (JP, ch15, sl.71).
14. If Mercury as 4th lord gets posited in 11th house,
the native will gain females, friends, co-borns, children
and money -— Poorva Parashariyam
(ch.13, sl.38).
15. The native will be wealthy, owns vehicles, has
comforts, has a clear mind, begets children, will be
a lord and will be virtuous —- Jataka
Jambunatheeyam (ch.11, sl.6).
16. The native will gain from poetry, mathematics,
accountancy and will possess servants, slaves and
fame —- Pulippani Jothidam (thai magalesal,
st.104).
17. Mercury in 11th house makes a native wealthy
—- Brihat Jataka (ch.20, sl6).
18. The native will be long lived, will keep up his
word, will be very wealthy and happy, will enjoy the
comforts of servants —- Phaladeepika (ch.8, sl.13).
19. If Mercury is in 11th house or aspects it, the
native gains through crafts, writing, trade, etc —-
Bhava Kutuhalam (ch. 15, sl.51).
20. The native will earn in several (fair) ways and
be rich, be dear to women and of good qualities —
- Hora Sara (ch.21, sl.26).
21. The native gains through maternal uncles, various
trading activities, education and religious sacrifices,
etc—- Jatakarnava navaneetam (ch.2, sl.382).
22. Native will have good association with his
relatives, educational talent and will possess servants
—- Yavana Kaaviyam (ch.12, st.9).
23. Native will be bestowed with stable rise in life,
honesty in speech, special wealth and comforts,
servants, etc. —- Barhmarishi Vakkiyam.
24. Native will earn his livelihood through Shilpa
shastra, panchaloha, teaching, Astrology, mantra
shastra, etc —- Jathaka Chinthamani.
Conjunctions in 11th house
The results of other planets conjoined with Mercury
in 11th house are as follows:
Mercury+Sun: Native will grab temple wealth—
— Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.57). Native will
have plenty of gains, be a skillful trader, will have
knowledge of justice, be learned and fond of all
people —— Garga Hora (ch.12, sl.1133).
Mercury+Moon: Native will earn by theft——
Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.58). Native will be
fortunate, good-looking, learned, splendorous,
plentiful, will have many friends and will be very
friendly —— Garga Hora (ch.12, sl.1138).
Mercury+Mars: Native will become a teacher —
— Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.59). Native will
have plenty of gains, will conquer his five senses, be
fond of shastras, be eminent, be always happy and
be of agreeable disposition —— Garga Hora
(ch.12, sl.1142).
Mercury+Jupiter: Native will become an officer
in charge of treasury—— Jothida Gunakaram
(ch.4, sl.60). Native will be endowed with elephants
and horses, be splendorous, be pure, be of exalted
rank, be fond of visiting shrines and be skillful in all
arts —— Garga Hora (ch.12, sl.1146).
 Mercury+Venus: Native will be trading in
panchaloha- Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.60).
Native will be endowed with many excellent pearls,
will have many sons, be meritorious in his acts, be
of good qualities, be pure in disposition and be dear
to all (ch.12, sl.1147).

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A to Z of Mercury
 Mercury+Saturn: Native will be trading in Let us now take up a few illustrations.
grains—— Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.60). Case-study 1: Mr.Jyoti Basu
Native will have an auspicious wife, will himself be
auspicious, be attached to well-meaning persons,
be interested in yagnas and be always favourable to
relatives —— Garga Hora (ch.12, sl.1148).
 Mercury+Rahu: Native will be selling
medicines—— Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.60).
 Mercury+Ketu: Native earns his livelihood by
writing —— Jothida Gunakaram (ch.4, sl.60).
Special impacts in 11th house
It is evident from the above that Mercury bears a (Source: 765 Notable Horoscopes by Rajkumar, Lt. col. (retd.))
special relationship with at least 3 key significations This is the horoscope of Late Sri
of 11th house, namely gains, wealth and fulfilment. Jyoti Basu, the veteran
Each of them is re-examined below: Communist leader and former
 Means of gains: Almost all classical texts are Chief Minister of West Bengal.
unanimous in declaring that Mercury in 11th house The Ascendant is Virgo. Its lord
guarantees good gains in many ways and particularly Mercury (10th lord also) is
by fair means. Gains are predicted through arts, posited in 11 th house in
crafts, writing, poetry, trade in different articles, conjunction with Venus (2nd &
teaching, Mathematics, Accountancy, practicing 9th lord). This combination is
shastras such as Shilpa shastra, Astrology, etc. The aspected by two planets viz., Moon and Jupiter. The
native is said to adopt any of these activities for his 4th & 7th lord Jupiter is conjoined with 11th lord Moon
livelihood and earn well through them. in 5th house, causing Gajakesari Yoga. Retrogression
 Wealth and comforts: In many texts, it is of Jupiter in its sign of debilitation in friendly
reiterated that Mercury in 11th house facilitates the conjunction with Moon makes the yoga favourable.
acquisition of wealth and comforts by the native. The The friendly conjunction of Venus with Mercury in 11th
native is said to possess servants, horses, vehicles house is also causing a favourable
Dharmakarmadhipatya Rajayoga. These mutually
and all other sorts of comforts. Mercury in 11th house
favourable aspects among four planets along the 5/11
is also said to confer children, probably due to its
axis in the chart is causing a fusion of two powerful
aspect on 5th house. Bhrigu Sutram, Hora Sara
Rajayogas and ensuring success in life in all fronts.As a
and Sarwartha Chinthamani clearly indicate
result, the native ruled as the Chief Minister of West
earning wealth in several ways and becoming rich. Bengal for about 23 years from 1977 to 2000, probably
 Fulfillment: As per Shambu Hora Prakasha, if the longest for any politician in independent India.
Mercury is in 11th house with exceeding strength, it Case-study 2: Female
confers excellent effects in respect of all bhavas. That
means, the native will enjoy happiness of every kind
because unafflicted Mercury is a natural benefic.
Although all planets in 11th house are expected to
confer gains in one form or another, Mercury’s
impact is auspicious being a natural benefic alike
other benefics. Achieving all types of material
comforts in life is one of the primary goals of almost
all human beings. Unafflicted Mercury in 11th house
is capable of fulfilling all such desires. (Source: Author’s own data bank)
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A to Z of Mercury
This Chart pertains to a female, who retired voluntarily from an Executive post in a central PSU. The
Ascendant is Aquarius. Mercury (5th & 8th lord) is posited in 11th house in close conjunction with Sun (7th
lord) and Mars (3rd and 10th lord). The 6th lord Moon aspects this combination. The conjunction of 5th, 7th
& 10th lords in 11th house has paved way for a successful love-affair with a colleague and birth of a daughter
through that wedlock subsequently.
The occupancy of Yogakaraka and Badhaka Venus in 10th house supported her rise in profession. Although
she wished to resign her job on a couple of occasions previously also, so as to take care of her health and
their only child, she managed to continue without quitting due to the monetary gains she was getting with the
support of the planets in 11th house which was helpful in fulfilling her wishes for a luxurious and comfortable
living, without any major difficulty. The role of Mercury in this regard is of special importance, as it basically
influences the 5/11 axis in the chart.
Case-study 3: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
This chart belongs to Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle, the creator of the
famous fictitious detective
‘Sherlock Holmes’. The
Ascendant falls in Gemini, a
Mercury’s sign. Its lord Mercury
(4th lord also) is posited in 11th
house, in conjunction with friendly
Venus (5th & 12th lord). Ketu & Saturn aspect this
combination. (Source: 765 Notable Horoscopes by Rajkumar, Lt. col. (retd.))
Although he is more famous even today for his
detective stories that are milestones in the field of crime fiction, he was a prolific writer whose works
included fantasy, science fiction, humorous stories, plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction and historical novels
as well. Despite being a qualified Doctor, in which field he was not so successful, he had also ventured into
variety of sports such as football, cricket, shooting, golf, etc. But the favorable interlink in the chart among
houses 1,5,9 and their lords to 11th house and the predominant influence of Mercury on them have bestowed
him unprecedented success in a career in creative-writing, and made him one of the best-paid authors of his
time.
Mercury’s influences in 12th house will be discussed in the next part.

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pluto in various houses
Pluto, the Planet of Transformation By B.S.Padmenabhan
Significance of Pluto in natal fourth house
The Fourth house signifies comfort, general happiness, and education. Natives with Pluto in fourth house in
their natal chart, will start their new beginnings and challenging assignments ; it also prepares one to plan well
in advance in their work, what is next? Influence of benefic/s to the 4th house or 4th lord will make the native’s
Journey towards intellectual growth. Significator of the 4th house is Moon; a well-posited benefic Moon will
cause one to enjoy happiness and lead a comfortable life with all comforts. Rarely, the influence of malefic on
Pluto in the 4th house or 4th lord will create emotional turmoil and psychological trauma, there is possibility to
affect one’s future development too.
Pluto in the 4th house with benefic influence indicates of high motivation and it helps to achieve great things
without any difficulty.
Case Study: Martin Luther King Jr, an American Baptist Minister and an activist.
Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist Minister and one of the most prominent leaders of American
Civil Rights movements from 1955 to 1968. King Jr marched for the right to vote, labour rights, and other
Civil rights. Martin oversaw the Montgomery bus boycott (a political and social campaign against the
policy of racial segregation on the public transit system of Montgomery, Alabama) and later became the
first President of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference
In his adolescent years, Martin worked as the youngest assistant manager at Newspaper delivery station for
Atlanta Journal; when he was thirteen years old, he then worked as an assistant minister at Boston’s historic
Twelfth Baptist Church. King won the Nobel Peace prize for combating racial inequality through non-violent
resistance.
Astro-pointers
Ascendant is Pisces; Pluto is
in the 4th house in Gemini sign
(signifying intellect), its lord
Mercury in the 11th house
along with Sun forming
Budha –Aditya Yoga
(Mercury –Sun combination)
indicates that Martin King
Luther Jr., is intelligent and skillful, also
respected by all.
Mars is a courageous planet and Karaka of the Source:Nishkam Peeth Prakashan
rd (“The Times of Astrology”)
third house; its placement in the 3 house along
with Rahu has supported King Jr., to become one
of the most prominent leaders in the American Civil Rights movement from 1955 to 1968 (until his assassination).
Jupiter, the ascendant cum 10th lord in the 2nd house and the presence of 11th lord Saturn (also 12th lord)in the
10th house (signifying fame and honour) and Jupiter’s 9th aspect falling on Saturn in the 10th house conferred
on him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for combating racial inequality through non-violent resistance.
Saturn, 11th cum 12th lord; its influence on the 12th house from the 10th house and Jupiter’s aspect falling on the
10th house have supported the King to work as assistant Minister at Boston historic twelfth Baptist Church,
while pursuing Doctoral studies.
Eighth lord Venus and 5th lord Moon in the 12th house and 10th lord Jupiter’s aspect falling on the 8th house
from the 2nd house, enabled the native to receive Ph.D.
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 planetary proponents
Inventor to Co-founder of Apple Corporation
By S.Venkatesh
Steven Paul Jobs
Adversity into Opportunity! Eventually, success and failure are in-built in the journey of professional life. If
we succeed, we will find pleasure and acceptance. If we fail, we will be accompanied by pain and refusal.
During journey to success, we will obviously meet with failure as well. The only way to avoid pain is to face
challenges boldly.
The story of Mr.Steve Jobs is an enthralling case of learning ,to face the hardships
Steve Jobs was born to an un-wed immigrant woman. Before his birth, his mother put him up for adoption
and the couple was selected. Steve’s foster parents were poor. After his schooling, they put him at Reed
College, Portland, Oregon. It was a very expensive college. Not wanting to waste his parents’ money,
Steve Jobs dropped out of college, after just a few months , and began to live in his friends’ dormitories.
In retrospect, Steve Jobs realized that whatever happened was for the best. Reed had the best calligraphy
course in the US, where he learned the difference between serif and sans-serif fonts. At that time, the
knowledge did not have any direct relevance to his life, but later, when he developed the Personal Computer
along with Team, he utilized this knowledge to offer various options of fonts in Computer Software.
Steve Jobs, the Co-founder and CEO of Apple Corporation, due to difference of opinion, was thrown out
of Apple Corporation; the reason was that they had got some investors onboard, and the Corporation has
a Director, so they extricated Steve Jobs.
As a result, he established the NeXT Corporation and took over Pixar Corporation from Lucas Corporation.
The first nine animation movies, created by Pixar, fetched remarkable revenue. If Steve Jobs had not been
extricated from Apple Corporation, he would not have had the freedom to innovate the new technologies
that made him so successful. Later, Apple Corporation took over NeXT, and Steve Jobs returned to his
original company. He was a wonderful example of someone, who turned adversity into opportunity
Astro pointers: Business Magnate, Inventor and Investor.
Moon, Mercury and Venus are the primary planets to get success for an entrepreneur. Mercury signifies
Trade and Commerce, innovation, etc.; Venus is the planet of bestowing worldly success, wealth, comforts,
conveyances, etc., Moon rules one’s mind, matters relating to the business, and growth. Well-placement of
these planets in auspicious houses will make one to become a successful person in their business venture.
Seventh and Tenth houses are the primary houses to get success in any business venture; Seventh house
signifies business, investor, partner, aptitude, energies, etc., Tenth house signifies rank, honour, reputation
and responsibilities
Indu Lagna or Dhana Lagna: This is the most important lagna, playing a vital role to assess ones economic
status. PAC of functional benefic to Indu lagna supports one to gain honours, good wealth, comforts,
recognition, etc.,
12th house and 12th lord rule foreign trade. Well-placed 12th lord promises great success, relating to the
foreign trade.
Houses 2, 5, 9, 11 are important for creating wealth, fame, and success; Interlinks of these house- lords
in anyway will support one to earn a sizeable profit from business and fame.
Sun and Saturn are the secondary planets for an entrepreneurship; Strong Sun gives leadership qualities.
Well-placed Saturn confers success, despite difficulties and obstacles.
Auspicious Yogas will help to progress professionally well, and elevate one to the top position in the
Industry.
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 planetary proponents
Case-study: Steven Paul Jobs, Co-founder and CEO of Apple Inc.
Leo rising; the Seventh house signifies
business, contracts, trade and
commerce and is occupied by
ascendant lord Sun; 7th lord Saturn
(also 6th lord) is well-posited in 3rd
house in Libra, its exaltation sign,
encouraging Steve Jobs to achieve
great success, and become a renowned person in
business industries
The tenth house signifies social status and honour;
its lord Venus is well-posited in the 5th house Source:astrojyoti.com
(represents creativity and self-expression) along
with Rahu (denoting manufacturing/invention) has helped Steve Jobs, to develop the Macintosh Personal
Computer along with his team and to become the Co-founder of the Apple Corporation. Later, he invented
iPhone, iPod, and iPad, and establish NeXT Corporation
Mars, the 4th cum 9th lord, is well-posited in the ninth house (signifies imagination, fame, intuition,
charities, etc.,) in its Moolatrikona sign, conferring great success in the business industry and to become a
primary investor to Pixar Corporation.
Jupiter, the 5th cum 8th lord is in the 11th house, in its own constellation Punarvasu star, and Jupiter’s 7th
aspect falling on Rahu –Venus combination in 5th house and 9th aspect on Sun in the 7th house….. all these
encouraged has supports him to create new technology.
Vipreet RajYoga: Moon,12th lord in the 8th house forming RajYoga, has conferred prosperity, good name
and fame.
Gajakesari Yoga: Moon and Jupiter are in mutual Kendras, influencing him to enjoy everlasting fame and
empowerment.
Dasamsa
Taurus ascendant; its lord Venus is posited in the 5th house, along with Gnana Karaka Ketu, with the 7th
aspect of Jupiter- Moon-Rahu combination from the 11th house, providing innovative ideas and vision of
implementing the new technology in the manufacturing of Macintosh Personal Computer, iPhone, iPod, etc.,
Strong Mars in the first house; its influences towards the 4 th, 7th, and eighth houses gave courage and
initiative to establish NexT Corporation ,and take over Pixar Corporation from Lucas Corporation.
Aspect of Jupiter and Rahu to the 7th house (denoting business and commerce) has given confidence to
Steve Jobs to become CEO, the Apple Inc., NexT and to be the Primary investor and Chairman of Pixar
Corporation.
Saturn, the 9th cum 10th lord, is in the 3rd house (signifying communication) indicating that Steve Jobs
transformed the company into a world leader in communication and has become a renowned personality

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How Vimsottari Dasa Plays an Important Role In Prediction
Dasa-bhukti Results for Pisces Lagna natives By Dr. S. Shantha

Pisces is the last sign in Zodiac, which is dual and Watery sign, ruled by the benevolent Jupiter.
Persons born in Pisces lagna are mostly sensitive and shy type. They are tender, sympathetic, and receptive.
They would dream even while awake, and try to fulfil their imagination. They lack confidence sometimes, and
are influenced by others very easily. They are very enthusiastic, affectionate, and charitable. They will try to
do whatever they can, to make sure the people around them are happy. Sometimes they are secretive,
reserved, or mysterious in their way of doing things. They might become corpulent, especially in later years.
Many people born in this sign have become poets, musicians, which is aptly suitable for their nature. Jobs like
nursing, teaching, banking, etc relate to this sign. Since Jupiter is the lord of this sign, people born in this sign
may become scholars. Their wisdom and attitude will be highly appreciable.
1st, 5th and 9th lords,——Moon, Mars and Jupiter are benefic planets for Pisces. The Sun, Venus and Saturn
become 3,6,8, 11 and 12th lords, and become malefics. Mercury being 4th and 7th lord also is not a benefic
planet to this lagna.

Various Yogas created by PAC (placement/ Dasa periods

aspect/conjunction) by planets for Pisces lagna.
Raja yoga: 9th and 10th lord, Mars and Jupiter, will
give highly benefic Raja yoga by conjunction in 9th or
10th house, or in their houses separately, or in mutual
exchange, or if they aspect each other. If they occupy
Angle houses i.e., 1,4,7,10, they will give Raja yoga.
In the same way, if Moon and Jupiter (5th and 10th
lords) will also give Raja yoga. If the above-mentioned
Raja yoga is created by the respective planets, the
conjunction of Moon and the Sun, (9th and 10th lords
for the 9th house Scorpio to Pisces lagna) the Sun
and Mercury (9th and 10th lords for Sagittarius –
the 10th house for Pisces) will add the strength.
Dhana yoga: 5th and 11th lords Moon and Saturn, 2nd
and 11th lords Mars and Saturn, will give Dhana yoga,
if they are in mutual exchange or aspect each other or
in conjunction in 11th or 5th house and Mars and Saturn
in 2nd or 11th house. If Moon, Mars, and Saturn are
together in 2,5,9 or 11th house will give very good Dhana
yoga. Moon and Mars will give Sasi-mangala yoga, if
they are in conjunction.
Vipareeta Raja yoga: If the Sun, Venus, and Saturn
(6th,8th, and 12th lords) are in 6,8,11 or in exchange will
give this yoga.
Maharshi yoga: Jupiter in 1st or 10th house will
give Hamsa yoga and Mercury in 4th and 7th will give
Bhadra yoga. Of all these, Mercury in 7th house will
give very good results in its dasa period. Sometimes,
Kendradhipatya dosha (one kendra lord in another
kendra house) may reduce the good results to certain
extant.
Sun dasa period will not be good, since it becomes
the lord of 6th house. The native will suffer in all
walks of life, especially enmity, ill health, insufficiency
in money and increased debts. But at the same time,
if Sun is in 8th house, in debilitation, then its dasa
period will be good. If the Sun joins Jupiter, Mars, or
Moon, then its period will be beneficial to some extent.
Next Moon and Mars dasa periods will be beneficial,
and the native might have a sigh of relief once Sun
dasa period is over.
Moon dasa will be a boon for the natives, who
suffered from debts, ill health and enmity, clubbed
with other problems during Sun dasa period. Moon is
the most benefic planet for Pisces lagna and therefore
its dasa-bukthi periods will give auspicious results only.
Pisceans must be lucky to have Moon dasa period in
their life. The native will enjoy peaceful life, during
Moon dasa period. All the hidden talents of the natives
might bubble to the surface. He may leave any
quarter to reach the top in society and in job/business,
overcoming the challenges in front of him, and could
win over the minds of all the people. Moon dasa will
lift the native to the top, even if he is in any
downtrodden position. He finds the means to earn
more and more. In Moon-Mars period, creating Sasi-
Mangala yoga, the native may get unexpected
opportunity to get a permanent place in his field and
gradually acquires land and buildings. Moon-Jupiter
period, creating Guru Mangala yoga will be highly
beneficial. Moon-Mars and Moon-Jupiter period will
give maximum good results. During Moon’s dasa, the
native will move with others with love and affection.
Moon should not be in 6,8,12.

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Jupiter dasa period will be beneficial for Pisces lagna natives. If the Jupiter associates
with Moon or Mars, then the dasa period will be highly beneficial. The native may enjoy
good results from Mars dasa to Jupiter dasa for nearly fifty years.
Mars dasa period, will give maximum wealth to Case study 1: Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore,
the native. He may not worry about any other dasa (Source: ‘astrosage.com’)
periods, if Mars is in good place to the Pieces lagna.
No one can stop his growth. He might be blessed
with landed property and house. The native will be
wealthy, respected, gain through parents, household
goods, land, or mines. If Mars in 2,9, or in 11 and
conjunct with Jupiter, the native will reach the top
position in a very short period. Nobody would have
the guts to oppose/trouble him. But sometimes, for
those who have Cancer as Moon lagna, Mars will
reduce its auspiciousness, since Mars gets debilitated Balance dasa period at birth: Mercury 12 years
in Cancer (it depends on other planets’ aspect and 0 months 22 days
conjunction also. In experience, seen in some Lagna Pisces 04°43’ Uttarabhadra(1)
charts, the natives suffer in Mars dasa period, Sun Aries o
24 20 Bharani(4)
when Moon is in Cancer). o
Moon Pisces 20 32’ Revati(2)
Rahu dasa period will be in-between Mars and o
Mars Gemini 00 09’ Mrigasira(3)
Jupiter period. Therefore, its period will not give bad
o
results, except in the bukthi periods of malefics to Mercury(C) Aries 07 51’ Aswini(3)
Pisces lagna. Jupiter Cancer o
25 56’ Aslesha(3)
Jupiter dasa period will be beneficial for Pisces Venus(C) Aries o
23 04’ Bharani(3)
lagna natives. If the Jupiter associates with Moon or Saturn Leo o
10 44’ Makha(4)
Mars, then the dasa period will be highly beneficial. o
Rahu Sagittarius 24 50’ Purvashadha(4)
The native may enjoy good results from Mars dasa
to Jupiter dasa for nearly fifty years. Ketu Gemini 24o50’ Punarvasu(2)
Saturn dasa period will be a dull one. The native In this chart, benefic planet for
may not get any improvement. If Saturn-Mars are Pisces lagna, Jupiter, is in exaltation
conjunct in 2,9 or 11 during Saturn-Mars period, the in 5th house. Moon is in lagna i.e.,
native may get financial improvement. Saturn-Jupiter Jupiter’s sign. Lagna lord and 10th
association will also be good. lord Jupiter in 5th in exaltation is
Mercury dasa period will be beneficial, if it is creating Chamara Yoga—highly
aspected by benefics. Ketu dasa will not give intellectual and famous in all over the
favourable results. world.
Venus being the lord of 3rd and 8th houses, the Mercury in Kendra to 10th lord and Sun in own house
native might encounter innumerable bad results in or in exaltation creates Sarada yoga- makes the native
Venus dasa. He may lose respect in working place. pious, well-versed in many languages and helping
He could not work sincerely, to achieve his target/ others.
aim. He may show interest in luxuries and bed Mars and Mercury (2nd and 4th) in mutual exchange—
comforts, which would further degrade him in society. wealthy and enjoys life with all comforts. He was a
If Venus in good position will help the native to mingle Llinguist, dramatist, Novelist, essayist, storywriter,
with noble women and if the Venus is not in a good composer, painter, philosopher, social-reformer,
place, the native might suffer from disease and bad educationist, and Grammarian. In Moon dasa (June
name, by women. If Venus in 6,8,12 or associates 1906 to June 1916), he won Nobel prize in 1913 during
with Mars, Moon, or Jupiter, then its dasa-bukthi Moon-Mercury period.
period will be beneficial.
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Case study 2: Jagjivan Ram Case study 3: Female chart
(Source: astrosage.com)

Balance dasa period at birth: Rahu dasa

Balance of dasa period at birth: Moon 9 years 5 0 year 3 months 17 days
months and 19 days
Lagna Pisces 22°00’ Revati(2) Lagna Pisces 15o 58’ Uttarabhadra(4)
Sun Pisces o
22 15’ Revati(2) Sun Capricorn 07o 42’ Uttarashada(4)
Moon Taurus o
10 42’ Rohini(1) Moon Aquarius 19o 46’ Satabisha(4)
Mars Taurus o
05 59’ Krittika(3) Mars Scorpio 15o 22’ Anuradha(4)
Mercury Aquarius o
26 02’ Purvabhadra(2) Mercury Capricorn 22o 15’ Dhanishta(1)
Jupiter Cancer o
11 02’ Pushya(3) Jupiter Pisces 28o 26’ Revati(4)
Venus Taurus o
06 30’ Krittika(3) Venus Aquarius 14o 17’ Satabisha(3)
Saturn Pisces o
09 28’ Uttarabhadra(2) Saturn Sagittarius 04o 08’ Moola(2)
Rahu Gemini o
16 52’ Arudra(4) Rahu Pisces 02o 21’ Purvabhadra(4)
Ketu o
Sagittarius 16 52’ Purvashada(2) Ketu Virgo 02o 21’ Uttaraphalguni(2)
In this chart, benefic planets for In this chart, Jupiter, very benefic planet to Pisces is
Pisces lagna i.e., Moon and Jupiter in lagna and in Vargottamamsa. In D-9, Moon joins
are in exaltation. Jupiter in 5th house. Jupiter in Pisces, which is owned by Jupiter. Venus,
Mars and Venus placed with the a malefic planet to Pisces lagna, joins Moon in D-1
exalted Moon. In 1946, he became chart. Another benefic planet Mars is in 9th house
the youngest minister in Jawaharlal and in Vargottamamsa. In Saturn-Mercury-Mars
Nehru’s Interim Government, the period (November 2008), she was selected as
first Cabinet of India as a Labour Minister during Computer Engineer in a multi-national company in
Jupiter dasa period. He became Central Minister, the campus interview. She joined the job in May
holding many portfolios in Congress Government. He 2009 during Saturn-Mercury-Jupiter period. She got
was appointed as Deputy Prime Minister, of India married in February 2012 during Saturn-Venus-Mars
from January 1979 to July 1979 in Morarji Desai’s period, and went to USA. She was blessed with a
Government in Mercury-Mercury-Rahu period to son in July 2015 during Saturn-Moon period. She
Mercury-Mercury Jupiter period (when Mercury was finished her MS degree in October 2022, during
running dasa from Jupiter’s star Purvabhadra). Saturn-Jupiter-Moon period.

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astro-combinations in case-studies

Whither Spirituality?
Sages and saints are our link to divinity. They come with a mission from God and they fulfill their mission
during their lives. They are messengers of truth and wisdom (Gnana). We see in an occasional advanced
human being, the concrete evidence of living, functioning saintliness. Various astrological characteristics
uniquely differentiate men of spiritual strength from his fellow-beings. Atmakaraka Sun, Karaka for the mind
Moon, Gnankaraka Jupiter, the Philosophical planet Saturn and the planet representing spiritual wisdom,
Ketu, are mainly responsible for the depth of atmashakti possessed by them. Jupiter aspecting the ascendant
or the ascendant lord or in conjunction with the ascendant lord, Jupiter aspecting Moon, or the lord of the
house occupied by Moon, conjunction with the lord of the house occupied by Moon, natives with horoscopes
satisfying any of the above conditions are generally thought to be people of spiritual wisdom. Astrological
texts give emphasis to the position of Moon with respect to Sun, trikona or kendra, in the natal chart.
Ascendant, 5, 9, 12 bhavas should also be favourably disposed. If Jupiter occupies 5th, 9 or 12th house,
the native will be religious and God-fearing. Ketu in the 12th ensures highly developed soul and moksha. If
more than four planets occupy a sign, with atleast a planet in exaltation or in own house, the native invariably
attains sanyasa. Saturn aspecting Jupiter, Moon and the ascendant endows the native with great intellectual
power and an inclination towards renunciation.
Sanyasa yoga also occurs, when Saturn alone aspects the lord of the house (not so strong) occupied by
Moon. An analysis of the various positions and influence of the planets and the bhavas in some of the
horoscopes of saints and spiritual leaders follows:
Sri Gautama Buddha Sri Ramana Maharishi

Atmakaraka, Sun, exalted in the

10th is kendra to Moon in 4th. The
Moon is aspected by five planets.
The ascendant lord is subject to the
aspect of the 5th lord Mars and 9th
lord Jupiter. The conjunction of the
divine planet Jupiter (exalted in
Navamsa) and the philosophical planet Saturn gave
the native unexcelled philosophical power. Grouping
of five planets in the 10th has resulted in parivraja
Yoga renunciation. Kalarabhava is also afflicted.
Jupiter’s effect over Venus has annllilated sensuous
passions. Rahu in the 12th Mokshasthana, for his
spiritual wisdom. Vargottama positions of Rahu and
Ketu are to be noted.
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The Sun and the Moon representing
the soul and the mind respectively
are quite powerful indicating the high
degree of atmashakti and the
strength of mind. Ascendant, is well
aspected by the divine planet Jupiter.
The ascendant lord Venus is in conjunction with
Mercury. Moon is subject to the powerful aspect of
Jupiter. Moon in 9th is Kendra to Sun in 3rd and
aspected by Sun. The disposition of the Sun and
Moon in association with the spiritual planets Rahu
and Ketu has helped him a lot towards self-
realisation. Mars in the 7th (Kalatrabhava) and the
disposition of Venus in the 2nd with 9th lord Mercury
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are mainly responsible in making the native a 10th are in parivarthana, mutual
brahmachari. The native perceived reality only after exchange of houses. Sun is quite strong
undergoing an intense mental and spiritual struggle being Vargottama. 5th lord Mars
within himself. 5th lord Saturn and 6th lord Jupiter are occupies his own house, aspected by
in Parivarthana. Jupiter. The native was blessed with
Sri Aurobindo Ghose the association of great men like Sri
Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Rahu in the
Mokshasthana 12th bestowed spiritual strength.
Mercury in conjunction with Sun forming Budha-
Aditya Yoga endowed the native with intelligence, skill
and reputation. Sun and Moon are in mutual trikonas.
Moon and Saturn conjunction is note-worthy. Sun,
Mercury and Venus conjunction encouraged the native
to adopt rational approach to problems of philosophy.
Sri Ramanujar
Ascendant is conspicuously strong.
Vitality of the Ascendant is derived
mainly from the presence of Jupiter
in exaltation, lord of the 9th. Sun and
Moon are in mutual trikonas.
Ascendant lord Moon and Jupiter are
in parivarthana. Atmakaraka Sun
occupies its own house in the Rasi and his exaltation
in the Navamsa. Mars, the lord of the 5th, though
neecha, obtains neecha bhanga rajayoga. The native
Saturn’s aspect on Jupiter-Moon
was an intellectual giant. Budha-Aditya yoga endowed
association is foremost notable. Jupiter
the native with the knowledge of the self and clarity of
indicating divine knowledge is in the
thinking. Moon is afflicted in Navamsa by association
12th, Mokshasthana, with the planet
with Venus and Rahu. The native must have passed
for the mind. Moon, the ascendant
through intense self conflict before realising the truth.
lord. The Philosophical planet Saturn
The essential strength of Jupiter, lord of the 9th, blessed
aspecting the above conjunction was mainly responsible
the native with intellectual strength.
for the native’s devotion, service, detachment etc. In
Swami Vivekananda Navamsa, Jupiter and exalted Saturn are placed in the
ascendant itself. Sun Lord of the 2nd the house of
speech, in exaltation with intellectual Mercury and
poetical Venus blessed the native with uncommon
powers of intellect., Sri Ramanuja pro-pounded a
system of philosophy-Visishtadwaita. Ketu, in
Vargottama, is. exalted in the 5th, 5th lord Mars
occupies the 2nd in Rasi and in own house in Navamsa.
7th house, Kalatrasthana, is considerably afflicted
denoting unhappy married life. Mercury, 4th lord from
The ascendant in Vargottama is Sagittarius. Moon is in conjunction with Venus and exalted Sun.
Ascendant lord Jupiter is excellently disposed in 2nd The native denounced the worldly life and attained
from Moon. The native was a born orator. Saturn, sanyasa. In general, elevation of thought, character
nd
lord of 2 and 3rd and Mercury, lord of 7 and th and personality mark these charts of great men.
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palmistry
Minor Lines Play Major Role By Tapasyah Iyer

Quadrangle, Popularity Line, Line of Lasting Relationship

Many times, the deciding factor in a Palm reading could
be the Minor secondary lines.
Extroversion/ Introversion
A fair idea , about the personality of a person can
be got from briefly observing the Quadrangle of a
palm. Quadrangle is the space between the Head
line and the Heart line. Ref Fig 1. If the space
between the Head and the Heart line is more, i.e if
one has a broad Quadrangle, he tends to be an
outgoing person. If the Quadrangle is narrow, he
would be an introverted person. If the Heart line is
near to the fingers, the person would be more
sensitive , impulsive, critical and less sympathetic.
Whereas , if the Heart line is well below the fingers,
he would be of sympathetic nature.
P-Popularity Line

Self-Appealing Line / Line of Lasting

Relationship:
A short line, which is present between the Index
finger ( Jupiter) and the Middle finger (Saturn) is
termed as Self-Apeal Line or Line of Lasting
Relationship. Refer fig.3. The presence of this line
gives the person the talent for self appeal, making
him present himself to others, to his/her advantage
in all situations. He will also have a long-lasting
relationship with his circle of friends, relatives, even
during old age. Veteran Palmist Vermaji names this
line as Extra Luck line. This would bestow the person
with enough funds, friends, vehicles, property and
good travels.

Popularity Line: The Fate line, that rises from the

Mount of Moon towards the Mount of Saturn , is
known as ‘ Popularity Line’ . Refer fig.2 This
indicates fortune, that is brought about , through help
from others or from a supportive group. A person,
who has this line, can succeed in arts, business,
health-care field, occult, writing, teaching or generally S-Self-Appealing Line
in a field, which needs interacting with public and
has large client base. They are generally liked by www.palmresearch.org.in
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daily guide
Tuesday, August 1: Moon quincunxes Mercury
at 5:00p.m. Do not let irritability and impulsiveness
cloud your reason during this sensitive period; keep
emotions away, while taking crucial long-term
decisions. Mars sesquiquadrates Uranus at 8:41p.m.
If conventional methods don’t work, be ready to try
out alternatives; you must be prepared to do things
differently if you want different results! Avoid long
journeys towards North and Northwest.
Wednesday, August 2: Moon opposes Sun at
12:02a.m. This is a good time for introspection, for
occult/ spiritual activities, and for psycho-analytical
sessions to unearth hidden complexes of the
subconscious mind. Mars trines Jupiter at 2:15a.m.,
and sesquiquadrates Pluto at 5:51a.m. This is a period
of exuberance and energy, and hence the right time
to give positive push to your ambitious schemes.
Moon squares Jupiter at 7:08a.m. and quincunxes
Mars at 7:18a.m., highlighting the importance of
quality-control in all that you do. Mercury opposes
Saturn at 7:48a.m. Avoid extremes of radical approach
and stifling conservatism while devising your
strategies for the period. Moon squares Uranus at
9:14p.m. Avoid sticking your neck out in matters that
don’t directly concern you; talk less and work more
to stay out of trouble. Avoid long journeys towards
North and Northeast.
Thursday, August 3: Moon opposes Venus at
2:46a.m. Feelings and desires may tug at you making
it difficult to take logical decisions now. Best to avoid
committing yourself to long-term arrangements during
this choppy period. Moon sextiles Dragon’s Head at
5:42a.m. Be open-minded since suggestions coming
from the most unlikely of sources may prove beneficial
to you. Moon conjuncts Saturn at 5:23p.m. People
may come across as being emotionally distant or
distracted. This is not the right time to force your
company on anyone; give people their space and time,
and let them come around. Moon opposes Mercury
at 8:33p.m. Your strategies during this period must
have the right mix of emotional and logical elements.
Avoid long journeys towards South and Southeast.
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By Pandit R. Dakshinamoorthi
Friday, August 4: Moon quincunxes Sun at
2:29a.m. Others may be more sensitive than you
realized; avoid indulgent criticism and permissive jokes
at others’ cost during this time. Moon sextiles Jupiter
at 6:05a.m. Sky is the limit in terms of what you can
achieve, if you invest the right effort along the right
direction. Moon opposes Mars at 8:45a.m. Avoid
unnecessary arguments and meaningless
controversies, as they will sap your energies and
damage your productivity. Moon sextiles Uranus at
9:05p.m. Sudden breakthroughs are likely during this
period; make the best use of this. Avoid long journeys
towards West and Southwest.
Saturday, August 5: Moon quincunxes Venus
at 1:19a.m. Handle financial transactions carefully,
especially if you are managing others’ finances on
their behalf. Moon sesquiquadrates Sun at 4:24a.m.,
and conjuncts Neptune at 4:30a.m.; Sun
sesquiquadrates Neptune at 5:55a.m. Have backup
plans in place, so that you won’t be stranded, if your
original plans backfire. Moon sextiles Pluto at
6:50a.m. Political developments around this period
will have crucial long-term impact on all parties
concerned. Moon semi-sextiles Saturn at 5:48p.m.
Listen to what older/ more experienced persons have
to say regarding current matters; their suggestions
will be worth their weight in Gold now. Moon semi-
squares Uranus at 9:51p.m. Be extra-careful,while
dealing with unknown persons, and while handling
unfamiliar situations. Avoid long journeys towards
East and Southeast.
Sunday, August 6: Moon sesquiquadrates Venus
at 1:21a.m. Surprise your loved ones with sweet
gestures to pep up your romantic life; innovative
financial strategies can prove to be money-spinners
now. Moon quincunxes Mercury at 1:44a.m. If there
is a two-way pull between domestic and professional
commitments, give priority to domestic matters now.
Moon trines Sun at 7:10a.m. This is an excellent
time for getting to know new people with the view of
adding them to your inner circle of trusted friends.
Moon quincunxes Mars at 12:33p.m. Exercise
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abundant caution behind the wheel, while driving,
and take all safety measures, as recommended by
standard protocols, while indulging in risky adventure
activities. Moon semi-squares Saturn at 7:06p.m.
Be conservative, cautious, and realistic in your
approach to all situations during the period. Avoid
long journeys towards West and Northwest.
Monday, August 7: Moon trines Venus at
2:05a.m. A sudden thought-flash may show you the
way to improve your profits; note down the ideas
that occur to you, so that you can implement them
successfully at the right time. Sun squares Jupiter
at 5:33a.m.; Moon sesquiquadrates Mercury at
5:40a.m., and conjuncts Dragon’s Head at 8:11a.m.
Follow the rules and regulations conscientiously; this
is not the time to cut corners or bend rules. Moon
squares Pluto at 9:42a.m. Be diplomatic in your
interactions with influential persons; avoid biting the
bait and allowing them to use you as a scapegoat,
just because they speak in honeyed words during
this period. Moon sesquiquadrates Mars at 3:53p.m.
Rivals can be outwitted by clever change of tac/
strategies during this period. Moon sextiles Saturn
at 9:16p.m. Conservative and cautious approach is
recommended in all matters. Avoid long journeys
towards East and Southwest.
Tuesday, August 8: Moon trines Mercury at
9:40a.m. This is a good time for scheduling brain-
storming sessions to boost productivity of working
executives. Moon conjuncts Jupiter at 1:41a.m. Aim
high and attempt big things under this optimistic
alignment. This is a perfect time for considering
scaling-up of your operations, if you have established
a positive rhythm in your activities. Mercury
sesquiquadrates Uranus at 2:30p.m. Unconventional
approaches can help you to achieve vital
breakthroughs now. Moon squares Sun at 3:59p.m.
This is a good time for performance audit and
appraisal activities. Moon trines Mars at 8:17p.m.
Be assertive, and claim what is rightfully yours; this
is not the time to hide your light in a bushel! Avoid
long journeys towards North and Northwest.
Wednesday, August 9: Moon conjuncts
Uranus at 5:21a.m. A sudden brain-wave can help
you to resolve vexatious issues. Moon squares Venus
at 5:50a.m. This is a good time to re-appraise your
financial strategies and direct your resources towards
most productive channels. Mercury sesquiquadrates
Pluto at 9:55a.m. This is a great time for devising
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long-term political and corporate plans. Be prepared
to travel along unexplored territory, if your gut feelings
suggest that this could be the answer to your quests.
Moon sextiles Neptune at 1:30p.m. This is a perfect
time for romantic and business luncheons, and for
hosting major project presentations. Moon trines Pluto
at 4:09 p.m., and Venus squares Uranus at 4:39 p.m.,
providing interesting possibilities for those in public life.
Be creative and sincere in your approach, to win the
minds of people. Avoid long journeys towards North
and Northeast.
Thursday, August 10: Moon squares Saturn at
4:16a.m. This is a good time for reality-check on all
sectors of your life, and get the priorities in life sorted
out in the best order. Mercury trines Jupiter at 6:18a.m.
Situations at work can be much to your liking, and
allow you to cover much ground. Make the best use
of this positive influence. Moon sesquiquadrates Pluto
at 8:36 p.m. This is a great time for corporate shake-
ups and political realignments. Moon squares Mercury
at 11:33p.m. Re-appraise your business strategies,
and plug the loopholes, if any. Avoid long journeys
towards South and Southeast.
Friday, August 11: Moon sextiles Sun at 5:07a.m.
Try aligning your efforts with those of others, moving
towards similar goals, to maximize your chances of
getting success with optimal effort. Moon squares
Mars at 7:58a.m. Keep your raging impulses under
control; you cannot afford to let a moment’s lapse of
control over temper spoil the carefully-secured
positions or advantageous situations. Moon sextiles
Venus at 12:22p.m. Both financial and romantic stars
shine brightly during this period; make the best use of
this. Moon squares Neptune at 10:58p.m. Do not
react disproportionately to any situation…. be it in
panic or in anger. If situations seem unsettling, discuss
them with trustworthy and intelligent advisors, get
things in the right perspective, and then do what seems
right for you to do. Avoid long journeys towards West
and Southwest.
Saturday, August 12: Moon quincunxes Pluto
at 1:43a.m. Inexplicable bouts of irritability may trouble
you now. Avoid getting into ego tussles and
unnecessary controversies, during this sensitive period.
Moon trines Saturn at 2:08p.m. Your hunches based
on past experience can prove spot-on during this
period. This is also a great time to reach out to contacts
of the past, who are not in close touch now. Moon
semi-squares Venus at 4:24p.m. Handle financial
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matters with care, especially if you happen to handle
others’ finances on their behalf. Moon semi-squares
Uranus at 7:05p.m. Avoid unnecessary haste
regarding any matter; wait for things to settle before
taking your call on what to do. Avoid long journeys
towards East and Southeast.
Sunday, August 13: Venus semi-sextiles Mars
at 6:45a.m. There will be scope for mixing business
with pleasure; Sunday activities can bring you in touch
with persons, who may be prove to be vital touchpoints
to boost your prospects. Moon sextiles Jupiter at
9:37a.m. This is a good time to discuss legal and
corporate strategies with your trusted advisors, and
chalk out plans for the future. Moon sextiles Mercury
at 2:46p.m. This is a great time for learning and
research activities. Venus conjuncts Sun at 4:46p.m.
Try appealing to the vanity of others, while trying to
win them over to your side during this period. Moon
sesquiquadrates Saturn at 7:47p.m. Be prepared to
alter course, if situations demand such a strategy to
reach your goals. Moon sextiles Mars at 10:27p.m.
Be bold, and take the direct approach to get things
moving in your favour during this period. Avoid long
journeys towards West and Northwest.
Monday, August 14: Moon sextiles Uranus at
2:01a.m. A sudden brain-wave can show you the way
to handle vexatious issues satisfactorily. Moon trines
Neptune at 10:28a.m. This is a great time for project
presentation, product launches, and for creative
pursuits. Moon squares Dragon’s Head at 10:53a.m.
Don’t get lured into dubious schemes that are
presented in a catchy manner to you; undertake
independent research and ensure that you are latching
on only to projects that have a viable future. Moon
opposes Pluto at 1:17p.m. What you think may be at
odds with what influential persons have in mind; be
willing to introduce changes in your plans, to make
them acceptable to those, who have a final say in
clearing projects. Moon semi-squares Mercury at
11:01p.m. Re-appraise your business plans, and plug
loopholes, if any. Avoid long journeys towards East
and Southwest.
Tuesday, August 15: Moon quincunxes Saturn
at 1:43a.m., and semi-squares Mars at 6:17a.m. This
is a time, when people may be more irritable and
experience feelings of vague insecurity due to
emotional baggage of the past. Avoid discussing
sensitive topics with anyone during this tricky period.
Moon sesquiquadrates Neptune at 4:39p.m. Even
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routine tasks can be made interesting, if you change
the angle of your approach or incorporate some
novelties in your working methods. Moon squares
Jupiter at 10:15p.m. Be quality-conscious, rather than
quantity-conscious in all that you do now. Avoid long
journeys towards North and Northwest.
Wednesday, August 16: Moon conjuncts
Venus at 6:14a.m. Informal talks with close
associates in relaxed surroundings will help you to
form clear idea about ongoing projects. Sun squares
Uranus at 8:04a.m. Schemes that others bring to you
now may be half-baked and unviable; avoid
committing yourself to any long-term course of action
during this tricky period. Moon squares Uranus at
2:35 p.m., and conjuncts Sun at 3:09p.m. Do not
believe all that you hear; analyze any situation from
all angles, before forming your conclusions. Mars
trines Uranus at 7:23p.m. Stick to your plans,no
matter what anyone else says; success comes by
intelligent planning and persistent application of
efforts along directions that you have already planned.
Moon trines Dragon’s Head at 10:26p.m. This is an
excellent time for indulging in contra-intuitive thinking
to find unique solutions to important issues in life.
Avoid long journeys towards North and Northeast.
Thursday, August 17: Moon quincunxes Pluto
at 1:47a.m. Those in public life and international
diplomatic services must be responsible in their public
speech and statements during this sensitive period.
Moon opposes Saturn at 2:02 p.m. Your strategies
during this period should incorporate the best
elements from both tradition and innovation, and avoid
extreme stances of any kind. Avoid long journeys
towards South and Southeast.
Friday, August 18: Moon sesquiquadrates
Dragon’s Head at 4:24a.m., trines Jupiter at 11:19a.m.
Situations at work can be much to your liking during
this period, and allow you to cover much ground;
make the best use of the optimistic energies. Moon
conjuncts Mercury at 10:39p.m. It will be easy to
put your thoughts out with the right words; make
intelligent use of this influence to discuss tricky issues
in an amiable way with those, who matter. Avoid
long journeys towards West and Southwest.
Saturday, August 19: Moon trines Uranus at
3:22a.m., and conjuncts Mars at 6:28a.m. Nothing
ventured...nothing gained! Be prepared to take a few
calculated risks to boost your prospects now. Moon
quincunxes Dragon’s Head at 10:24a.m.,and opposes
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Neptune at 11:31a.m. Unscrupulous people may be
waiting to pull the wool over your eyes; be alert to
avoid falling prey to frauds during this period. Moon
trines Pluto at 2:21p.m. Political developments around
this period will have important long-term impact on
all parties concerned. Moon sesquiquadrates Jupiter
at 5:43p.m. Take efforts to resolve vexatious issues
positively, by displaying willingness to take the first
steps towards the half-line mark in negotiation
settings. Sun trines Dragon’s Head at 11:04p.m.
Being innovative, even while adhering to regulations
in force is the key to success during this period.
Avoid long journeys towards East and Southeast.
Sunday, August 20: Moon quincunxes Saturn
at 2:14a.m. Mistakes of the past may come back to
haunt you now; do what you can to set right the errors
of the past. Moon sesquiquadrates Uranus at
9:31a.m. Look for innovative approaches to handle
ongoing projects to keep yourself motivated and boost
productivity. Sun quincunxes Neptune at 1:11p.m.
Resist the temptation to request special favours from
those in powerful positions during this tricky period
as there is a chance they may misinterpret your
moves and things can go in a downward spiral from
there unnecessarily. Moon quincunxes Jupiter at
11:49p.m. Handle legal issues with alacrity and tact,
to avoid unnecessary snowballing of petty issues.
Avoid long journeys towards West and Northwest.
Monday, August 21: Moon sextiles Venus at
2:38a.m. Innovative financial approaches can help
you to laugh your way to the bank with fat profits.
Listen to what loved ones have to say regarding
current issues, as their views may offer refreshingly
novel insights. Moon sesquiquadrates Saturn at
7:54a.m. Be prepared to alter your approaches or
working methods, if you identify better ones during
this period. Moon quincunxes Uranus at 3:17p.m.
Avoid poking your nose into matters that don’t
directly concern you during this tricky period. Moon
opposes Dragon’s Head at 9:54p.m. Avoid arguing
with anyone based on flimsy doubts or sketchy
evidences; take your time to collect and cross-check
information, before you decide what to do! Moon
quincunxes Neptune at 11:04 p.m., and Sun
quincunxes Pluto at 11:33p.m. Avoid taking
sentimental decisions regarding major matters in life.
Be prepared to look at the harsh truths, without trying
to emotionally white-wash them. Avoid long journeys
towards East and Southwest.
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Tuesday, August 22: Moon squares Pluto at
1:49a.m.; Mars quincunxes Dragon’s Head at
1:53a.m.; Moon sextiles Sun at 2:01a.m. Much re-
programming can be happening at an inner level, and
there could be resultant tumultuous feelings during
this period; learn to just observe your thought-flows
actively, and take up relevant course-corrections,
wherever needed, but avoid any long-term
commitments and hasty decisions now. Moon trines
Saturn at 1:03p.m. Suggestions from older/ more
experienced persons can help you to remain anchored,
amidst volatile developments. Venus squares Jupiter
at 5:56p.m. Style will not cut it, where substance is
mandatory; don’t try to deploy charms or flatter your
way, while there are basic flaws in your plans. Focus
on what is important, and the toppings can always be
added later, but if the base is not good, flashy toppings
won’t help! Avoid long journeys towards North and
Northwest.
Wednesday, August 23: Mars opposes
Neptune at 2:04a.m., and sextiles Neptune at 3:58a.m.
Continuing to give special favours to select clients
without rationale will undermine your prospects; keep
emotions away, while carrying out important
professional tasks during this period. Moon squares
Venus at 9:40a.m., and opposes Jupiter at 10:18a.m.
Do what you can to boost the morale of loved ones,
who may be feeling under-the-weather during this
period. Do something meaningful, rather than trying
to win hearts with sweet-nothings! Moon sextiles
Mercury at 10:33a.m. This is a great time for devising
futuristic business strategies, and for training/ learning
activities of all kinds. Moon opposes Uranus at
12:43p.m. Attempt to convince all stakeholders, before
implementing radical ideas to avoid irrational
opposition to your plans from their side, stemming
from feelings of insecurity. People are wary of
surprises in these volatile times! Avoid long journeys
towards North and Northeast.
Thursday, August 24: Moon quincunxes
Dragon’s Head at 7:06a.m. Be on your guard so that
sudden developments can’t upset your rhythm or
sabotage your plans in a major way. Moon sextiles
Mars at 9:39a.m. Do not hesitate to take a few
calculated risks, to boost your prospects now. Moon
sextiles Pluto at 10:40a.m. This is a good time for
corporate/ political coups, and for initiating futuristic
projects. Moon squares Sun at 3:27 p.m., and squares
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Saturn at 8:59 p.m. This is the time to take a reality-
check on your ventures, and effect course-correction,
wherever required. Avoid long journeys towards
South and Southeast.
Friday, August 25: Mars trines Pluto at 5:46a.m.
Be prepared to bulldoze your way through obstacles,
if situations demand so today; it is not a mistake to
indulge in power-plays, if you have calculated the
odds carefully ... .and more importantly if you are
sure that you are doing the right thing! Moon
sesquiquadrates Dragon’s Head at 10:17a.m.
Innovative methods and dynamic approaches wil help
you to post impressive results during this period.
Moon trines Venus at 2:56p.m. Both financial and
romantic stars twinkle optimistically now; make the
best use of this positive influence. Moon quincunxes
Jupiter at 5:19p.m. Avoid careless handling of
compliance matters and corporate governance issues
during this tricky period. Avoid long journeys towards
West and Southwest.
Saturday, August 26: Moon squares Mercury
at 4:13a.m., and quincunxes Uranus at 6:42a.m.
Things may not be what they appear to be; be
cautious while taking crucial decisions based on inputs
you get from others during this period. Moon trines
Dragon’s Head at 12:26p.m. Suggestions from the
most unlikely of sources may provide vital leads, to
boost your prospects. Moon squares Neptune at 1:19
p.m., and sesquiquadrates Venus at 4:20p.m. You
may experience a painful two-way pull between
domestic and professional commitments; give priority
to professional concerns now! Moon sesquiquadrates
Jupiter at 7:21p.m. Vexatious legal issues can be
brought to an amiable conclusion, if you are willing
to concede strategic concessions to the opposition
and work towards win-win outcomes. Avoid long
journeys towards East and Southeast.
Sunday, August 27: Moon trines Sun at
12:08a.m., and sextiles Saturn at 1:09a.m. Time spent
alone in introspection will help you to identify
shortcomings, strengths, and current priorities
flawlessly. Moon sesquiquadrates Uranus at 8:11a.m.
Innovative approaches, and dynamic planning will help
you to win the support and goodwill of everyone
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around. Sun opposes Saturn at 1:58 p.m., and Moon
quincunxes Venus at 4:51p.m. This is the time to
focus on tying up loose-end pertaining to official
formalities; be willing to accept genuine criticism from
well-wishers, and work on improving you where they
identify shortfall. Moon trines Jupiter at 8:27p.m. Sky
is the limit in terms of what you can achieve, if you
direct your efforts along the right channels during this
period. Avoid long journeys towards West and
Northwest.
Monday, August 28: Moon sesquiquadrates Sun
at 2:48a.m., and trines Mercury at 5:30a.m. You will
wake up with a head full of brilliant ideas and heart
brimming with optimism today; make the best use of
the positive planetary influences. Moon trines Uranus
at 8:52a.m. Snap decisions may be needed to capitalize
on sudden developments in business matters. Mars
sesquiquadrates Jupiter at 1:22 p.m., squares Dragon’s
Head at 1:56 p.m., and sextiles Neptune at 2:59p.m.
You can steal the show from your rivals, by deploying
radical strategies and by sudden change of tac in your
movements. Moon conjuncts Pluto at 5:19 p.m.,
making this an ideal time for corporate and political
moves. Moon trines Mars at 9:09p.m. This is the
time for making the direct approach in all that you
do; beating about the bush will only waste time and
energy. Keep things simple and straight to get the
best outcomes now. Avoid long journeys towards
East and Southwest.
Tuesday, August 29: Moon semi-sextiles Saturn
at 1:39a.m., and sesquiquadrates Mercury at 4:55a.m.
Introspect, dig deep into your subconscious, and draw
out lessons gleaned from past experience, which can
be used to resolve current situations. Your hunches
based on past experience will prove spot-on in all
matters. Moon opposes Venus at 4:25p.m. Try giving
more importance to the views and preferences of
loved ones to keep them in good humour. If you have
been scrimping on the time spent with loved ones
due to tight schedules, this is the time to set the balance
right! Moon squares Jupiter at 8:41p.m., and
sesquiquadrates Mars at 10:01p.m. Focus on
establishing yourself in current position, before
attempting to expand the range of your activities.
Avoid long journeys towards North and Northwest.
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forecast August 2023

Forecast Based On Your Moon Sign

Lal-Kitab Remedies contributed by Rajiv K Khattar By Prerna Khanna

MESHA (Aries)
Aswini, Bharani, Krittika (1)

Planetary Positions: Sun in 4th house till 17th; then

moves to 5thhouse (Leo).Mercury in 5th house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 5th house; on 8th August, its Re-entry
into 4th house (Cancer). Mars in 5th house till 18th;
then moves to 6th house (Virgo). Jupiter in first house.
Saturn(R) in 11th house. Rahu and Ketu in 1/7 axis.
Career: This month, past efforts will shape into a
leadership position at workplace. The Full Moon on
1st will bring an exciting opportunity or clarity around
your long-term goals for freelancers. News of a job-
offer will arrive from unexpected quarters, for job-
seekers. However, a smooth-talking person will charm
you, right out of your power and profits, in the pretext
of collaboration. Over-stepping boundaries will brew
up conflicts with co-workers. Pushing the details for
the last minute will result in unmanageable workload
for Higher management. After 17th, unexpected
hiccups will force Artists to hit pause in their new
creative launch. Any loopholes in your work will stir
up criticism from the higher ups.
Wealth: The Full Moon on 1st, will open new sources
of income that will usher you onto firmer fiscal footing.
Past financial deals will result in rich yields. However,
consult a financial adviser, before putting in your
earnings in Real estate deals. Avoid getting into any
loans or debts to make up from temporary cash-crunch.
After 17th, be prepared to budget for some unexpected
extra expenses. Avoid making any financial gambles.
Personal: Home and family will become high-priority
items, over the next four weeks. For women, repressed
feelings will bubble into a too-strong reactions on their
close-knit relations. Navigating through unwelcome
surprises will turn your travel plans into a daunting
experience. For a few couples, secrets will come flying
out of the closet, escalating past issues and resentments
RASI CHART
01 - AUGUST - 2023 05-30 hrs. IST
in their bond. After 24th, singles will face resistance
and delays in finding their perfect love-match.
Students will tend to be more distracted, that will
hinder their academic progress.
Health: Time to streamline and simplify! This
August, make sure that you create enough space
and quiet time to de-stress and re-charge depleting
energy levels. After 17th, experimenting with your
diet will cause stomach and heart issues to flare
up.
Aswini: You will have more work than you can
cope with, and this will cause feelings of animosity.
Bharani: You and your partner may not see eye to
eye on various matters, and both will be determined
to get their own way.
Krittika (1): Increasing financial responsibilities
will weigh heavily on your shoulders.
Vedic Remedies: Recite slokas in praise of Lord
Karthikeya on Tuesdays. Worship Lord Sun and
perform Surya Namaskaar. Feed Bananas to
Monkeys every Tuesday
Lal-kitab Remedies
Donate food to the needy.
Not to accept electrical items as gift.
Chandrashtama Days: 24, 25, 26 (till 08:30 AM)

Monthly Forecasts for 12 Rasis are given as per Transit results of planets. These will get modified a
little, as per the individual’s dasa-bhukti influence.
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VRISHABHA (Taurus)
Krittika (2, 3, 4),
Rohini, Mrigasira (1, 2).
Planetary Positions: Sun in 3rd house till 17th; then
moves to 4thhouse (Leo).Mercury in 4th house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 4th house; on 8th August, its Re-entry
into 3rd house (Cancer). Mars in 4th house till 18th;
then moves to 5th house (Virgo). Jupiter in 12th house.
Saturn(R) in 10th house. Rahu and Ketu in 12/6 axis.
Career: This August, your strong negotiating powers
will help upgrade and officialize a lucrative
collaboration. For professionals, a plum project will
position them for a raise. Freelancers will turn their
hidden talent into a project that is profound and
profitable. Support from wise experts will help job-
seekers to save a seat in a high-pay employment offer.
At workplace, stars will speed up the talks of promotion
or a commendation that is due. After 17th, delegating
to inexperienced or unreliable people will lead to a rise
in workload for Higher Management. Steering towards
proactive discussion will help evade conflicts from
breaking out with co-workers. After 24th, for those in
marketing, a digital idea that was stalled or cancelled
will now gain new life.
Wealth: This month, you will tweak your financial
plans a little, to even out the outflows. Long-term gains
will pour in from well-vetted Real estate investment
deals. Spouse will play a huge role in bringing in
sustainable inflows. Market share investments will
deliver great returns. Lending or borrowing money will
lead you into a financial crunch. After 17th, you will
feel the pressure of a large expense. Halt all plans of
reselling or liquidating any assets. After 24th, loans or
overdraft agreements will run into unexpected delays.
Personal: Relief! This is month is a good time to strike
MITHUNA (Gemini)
Mrigasira (3, 4),
Arudra, Punarvasu (1, 2, 3).
nd
Planetary Positions: Sun in 2 house till 17 ; th
then moves to 3 rd house (Leo).Mercury in 3 rd
house; on 24th it turns Retrograde and remains till
month-end. Venus(R) in 3rd house; on 8th August,
its Re-entry into 2nd house (Cancer). Mars in 3rd
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balance in your bonds, and lean on others for a little
extra support. Students will surpass their excellency
in their academic performance. It is apt time to
explore, and give it a go to one of their bucket-list
travel ideas. Singles will put their most glamorous
and confident foot forward to attract alluring prospects
into their orbit. After 17th, for couples, revisiting past
issues will spike tension and stress in their relationship.
Engaging in petty squabbles will increase friction and
conflicts with mother or loved ones. After 24th,
women will feel inspired to make some significant
changes around the house or re-start the renovation
plans.
Health: Let yourself rest and reset! Stars will bring
in the gift of good health your way. However, after
17th, stress levels will shoot up that will leave you
feeling exhausted and irritable. This month, altering
your sleeping patterns will help combat sleep
disorders.
Krittika (2,3,4): A loved one or past love will return,
and wish to say sorry. Tears will be shared and
apologies will be accepted.
Rohini: Some will experience respiratory problems.
Mrigasira (1,2): You can expect changes in your
career. This can be the same job in a different place,
or different job entirely.
Vedic Remedies: Pray to Goddess Lakshmi on
Fridays, and light 9 ghee lamps in the Pooja room at
home/temple. Feed grass to cows on a Wednesday
morning at the time of Sunrise. Worship Lord Krishna.
Regularly Chant ‘Om Hring Shring Shukray
Namah’
Lal-kitab Remedies
Help & respect the widows.
Use pillow cover of Maroon colour.
Chandrashtama Dates: 26 (from 08:30 AM) 27,28
(till 11: 30 AM)
house till 18th; then moves to 4th house (Virgo).
Jupiter in 11th house. Saturn(R) in 9 th house.
Rahu and Ketu in 11/5 axis.
Career: Time to make some changes around here!
This August has a few resounding wake-up calls in
store for you, in regards to career. Entrepreneurs will
need to bullet-proof their strategies, to avoid getting
defeated by their competitors. Be careful about the
clashes with authority figures or colleagues. After
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17th, at workplace, a leadership role or a position with
prestige and great responsibility awaits. Freelancers
will team up with a well-connected person to expand
their market reach. Professionals with their brilliant
ideas will earn the respect and allegiance of key
power players. After 24th, for those in marketing,
some of their big upcoming projects will take a
backseat. This month stay flexible, as hasting
collaborations or mergers will place you at the losing
end later.
Wealth: Check the references! This month, the stars
are offering you time to acclimate to the new normal
of your economic situation. Maintain an eagle-eyed
view, while spending the resources, as expenses will
shoot up. Unpaid debts will flare up money tensions.
Research your options, before committing your
savings to any quick-rich schemes. Read the fine print
before taking any money guarantees or loans. Around
the New moon on 16th, money expected from past
financial schemes will run into delays.
Personal: What goes around, comes around! This
month, be wary on the personal front as trying to
strong-arm anyone will backfire. Following the
opinions and expectations of others, will put women
under undue pressure. An emotionally-charged
situation will reach a tipping point for couples. After
17th, working on shared goals will bring the couples
closer. Students will garner success, and gain a firm
foothold in their respective fields. After 24th, mis-
communications will cause differences to rise with
siblings or friends. Singles will find themselves re-
KATAKA (Cancer)
Punarvasu (4), Pushya, Aslesha
Planetary Positions: Sun in first house till 17th; then
moves to 2nd house (Leo).Mercury in 2nd house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 2nd house; on 8th August, its Re-entry
into first house (Cancer). Mars in 2nd house till 18th;
then moves to 3rd house (Virgo). Jupiter in 10th
house. Saturn(R) in 8th house. Rahu and Ketu in
10/4 axis.
Career: Raise your voice and be heard! This month,
you will rise in the ranks professionally, by effectively
communicating with your superiors. Circulating in new
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visiting a past love connection for a possible renewal.
Health: Ease into the month! Those susceptible to
fever, stomach or high blood pressure need to be extra
careful. Mother’s health will cause concern. After
17th, relief is in store for those that are troubled with
migraines or eye-related issue.
Mrigasira(3,4): There will be problems with work
or colleagues at work, and you should not become
involved or take sides.
Arudra: Someone in your family or someone that
you have not heard from for some time will re-appear,
and this will cause some problems.
Punarvasu (1,2,3): Some of you will be feeling run-
down or sick, and may seek medical attention. A
change of physician will correct a mis-diagnosed
problem.
Vedic Remedies: Take the blessings of your mother
daily, before going out of the house. Chant the beej
mantra of Jupiter planet “Om Graam Greem Graum
Sah Gurve Namah” daily for 108 times. Worship
Lord Skanda regularly to gain victory over rivals.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Recite Sani stothram after Sunset.
Not to accept milk, rice & Silver as gift.
Chandrashtama Dates: 01, 02 (till 10 00 PM) 28
(from 11: 00 AM), 29, 30 (till 8:00 AM)
networking circles will give entrepreneurs a leg up
onto wider platforms. Joining hands with skilled
collaborators will lead a venture towards ensured
success for freelancers. Small mistakes will cause a
key presentation to hit a plateau for the professionals.
After 18th, those in marketing will successfully dodge
and gain power over their rivals. For job-seekers,
people in the right places will help them bag in a
prestigious job. After 24 th, plans of launching
something new will run into delays or costly
restrictions.
Wealth;- This month, tame your urge to splurge on
shiny objects and investments, as all glitters is not
Gold. Promised dividends or returns will run into
unexpected delays. After 17th, overlooking errors in
credit agreements will escalate into wealth loss.
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Refrain from signing off loan agreements, to meet
immediate needs. Diving into speculations will lead
to financial instability. Double check the numbers,
before getting into any market share investments.
Personal: Dial down for some solo time! This month,
distract yourself from the heavy vibes and drama by
focusing on something you can control. Women will
go with complete image change that will fill them up
with a new sense of poise and confidence. Singles
will screen and sort love matches on the bases of
trustworthiness and long-term potential. After 17th,
keeping up the composure will help couples to glide
through a rough patch in their relationship with ease.
Students will adopt a new approach to meet their
academic aims. Be wary of going overboard, when
traveling to your dream destination.
Health: Make your motto “extreme
moderation.” Load up your plate with lean protein
and fresh veggies, to keep your health function at an
optimum level. Blood pressure and heart issues might
trouble you. After 17th, pushing beyond your limits
will spiral into escalated migraines or stress related
ailments.
SIMHA (Leo)
Makha, Poorvaphalguni,
Uttaraphalguni (1)
Planetary Positions: Sun in 12th house till 17th;
then moves to first house (Leo).Mercury in first
house; on 24th it turns Retrograde and remains till
month-end. Venus(R) in first house; on 8th August,
its Re-entry into 12th house (Cancer). Mars in
first house till 18th; then moves to 2nd house (Virgo).
Jupiter in 9th house.Saturn(R) in 7th house. Rahu
and Ketu in 9/3 axis
Career: Around the Full Moon on 1st, sudden pivot
or promotion on your professional path will come from
‘out of the blue’. A little tweak to the brand will
widen the audience-reach for artists. After 8th, steer
clear of renewing or entering into any partnerships
or collaborations. Avoid any new start-ups, as it will
spiral into a disappointing venture. After 17th, at
workplace, constant complaints by seniors will cause
a confidence shake-up. Making hasty moves against
rivals will pull you into expensive disputes. After 24th,
rehearse your dialogues well, to evade disputes with
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Punarvasu (4): A relationship, or love affair is going
to end, for a few.
Pushya: You will be very health conscious and
interested in quick remedies, new age treatments or
methods, vitamins etc..
Aslesha: Your financial situation will look very
precarious, with very few options available, but good
news will arrive concerning a financial gain that will
shed new light on the way you view your future
security.
Vedic Remedies: Worship Lord Vishnu everday,
with Tulsi. Recite the Surya Stotra, during Sunrise,
and offer water and flowers. Donate Wheat, on
Sundays. Visit a nearby temple often, and sit in
meditation there for a few minutes.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Read and understand carefully, before signing any
document.
Not to wear Black clothes.
Chandrashtama Dates: 02 (from 10:00 PM),03,04
(till 11: 00 PM) 30 (from 8:00 AM), 31
colleagues. Any back-burner or long-distance projects
will now get the Green light for those in marketing.
Job-seekers will review and refine their accolades, to
attract a high-pay employment offers.
Wealth: The Full Moon on 1st, will bring in gains from
unexpected quarters. Previous investments will begin
to yield rich gains. After 8th, dabbling in speculations
will turn into an over-burdening liability later. Avoid
getting provoked into filing any lawsuits. Scale down
from any splurges, as expenses will rise up. Avoid
entering into any government-backed schemes or
bonds. After 18 th, avoid involvement in market
shares, as it will result in a huge fiscal restraint. Avoid
squandering hard-earned cash in dicey Real estate
deals. Credibly assess the situation, before incurring
any further loans.
Personal: Warm and fuzzy are your keywords! This
month, slow down and connect with loved ones,
instead of rushing around. After 8th, for singles, their
increased moodiness will cause them to miss out a
promising connection. For students, social media or
any other distraction will intervene between them and
their academic goals. After 17th, latent resentment
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or unresolved anger will increase further friction with
family. For couples, misunderstandings will multiply,
as their long-time partner will suddenly be acting a
bit distant. This month, short solo travels will turn
into one of the most memorable travel experiences.
Health: Consider yourself on official notice! Stress
and stomach-related issues will flare up causing dip
in energy levels. After 17th, power yourself up with
regular exercise or morning walks, to keep blood
pressure in check. Those suffering from migraines
or eye-related issues need to be extra careful.
Makha: Expect a new beginning and a fresh start.
A new partnership could also be in the making.
Purvaphalguni: You will want to escape from
KANYA (Virgo)
Uttaraphalguni (2, 3, 4),
Hasta, Chitra (1, 2)
Planetary Positions: Sun in 11th house till 17th; then
moves to 12th house (Leo).Mercury in 12th house;
on 24 th it turns Retrograde and remains till
month-end. Venus(R) in 12th house; on 8th August,
its Re-entry into 11th house (Cancer). Mars in 12th
house till 18th; then moves to first house (Virgo).
Jupiter in 8th house. Saturn(R) in 6th house. Rahu
and Ketu in 8/2 axis
Career: This month, some of your lofty goals will
take a trip back to the drawing board to tie up loose
ends. Stars will open a door to a bigger opportunity
for promotion or increase in salary at work-place.
Entrepreneurs will magnetize new venture offers that
will result in surplus benefits. Cancer New Moon on
16th, will unfold the efforts of freelancers into surplus
benefits. Any bold moves against rivals will result in
your assured success. After 18th, new start-ups or
new launches will be delayed, much to your
frustration. Tempers and tensions with seniors and
colleagues will reach to a full boil. Unforeseen
obstacles will stall the career-ascend of professionals.
After 24th, an unruly project will cause a rise in
workload and confusions for those in marketing.
Increasing differences will delay an important
negotiation or an awaited collaboration. Excessive
pondering will cause job-seekers to miss out their
dream work offer.
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responsibilities towards your family but will not.
Uttarphalguni(1): A health condition that needs
medical attention will trouble you. Expect relief, after
appropriate treatment.
Vedic Remedies: Visit the temple of Lord Kartikeya
every Tuesday. Recite the Mangala stotra:
Dharani garbha sambhutamcha vidyut kanti
samaprabham
Kumaram shakti hastam chatam mangalam
pranamamyaham.
Donate Masoor dal( red lentils) on Tuesdays. Worship
Lord Hanuman on Saturdays.
Chandrashtama Dates: 4 (from 11:00 PM), 05, 06
Wealth;- Monetary gains from tried and tested
investment schemes are imminent. Awaited returns
from previous fiscal schemes will improve your
financial footing. New Moon on 16th, will bring in
additional funds from commissions, bonds, or
passive income streams. Unexpected windfall will
help writing of previous debts. After 17th, entering
into speculations is not recommended. Avoid being
quick in signing credit guarantees for others.
Overspending or making an impulsive purchase will
drain out the savings.
Personal: Time to downshift! This month, creating
crystal-clear boundaries will be the key in striking
the right balance in personal sphere. After 8th, singles
need to think twice, before throwing caution to the
wind and taking a risk with an alluring love prospect.
Keeping the conversation warm and cathartic will
help broken bridges with estranged family members.
Women! be strategic about whose involvement you
enlist with your secrets or your inner circle. After
17th, as stress builds up, a few couples will find
themselves fighting over petty issues with their
partner. This month, students will have to assert their
will to get desired academic results. Unexpected
changes will cause worry and anxiousness to spike
right up.
Health: Review and assess! Set up systems and
track with fitness applications, to take in regular
intervals of rest. After 17th, giving into cravings will
cause stomach or seasonal flues to soar up. Sleep
disorders will cause a dip in energy levels. This month,
you will be making serious efforts to incorporate a
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detox program in your daily schedule.
Uttaraphalguni (2,3,4):-You will be determined to
carry on, despite the obstacles or trials you have to
endure. You will finally find an alternate course of
action.
Hasta: If you haven’t fallen in love yet, in time
someone’s going to come along and sweep you off
your feet.
Chitra (1,2): You will feel uplifted , renewed and in
a social mood.
Vedic Remedies: To overcome a business problem,
TULA (Libra)
Chitra (3,4), Swati,
Visakha (1, 2, 3)
Planetary Positions: Sun in 10th house till 17th; then
moves to 11th house (Leo).Mercury in 11th house;
on 24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-
end. Venus(R) in 11th house; on 8th August, its Re-
entry into 10th house (Cancer). Mars in 11th house
till 18th; then moves to 12th house (Virgo). Jupiter
in 7th house. Saturn(R) in 5th house. Rahu and Ketu
in 7/1 axis
Career: A stalled start-up idea will now hit the fast
track. Entrepreneurs will magnetize investors that will
put money behind their expansion plans. A well-
connected contact or mentor will bring in a ground-
breaking work offer for job-seekers. After 10th, artists
will reassess new ways to bring their popularity to a
full rise among the audience at large. An important
talk with a higher-up will speed up promised promotion
or bonuses. Marketing professionals will invest in self-
promotion that will pay dividends in the coming weeks.
The Cancer New Moon on 16th, will bring an out-of-
the-blue collaboration or an invitation to join a cutting-
edge group for freelancers. Professionals will take a
bold giant step and explore career opportunities
outside their usual sphere of influence.
Wealth: This month, you will turn your efforts to a
triumphant financial peak. Real estate investments
will bring in ample gains. Siblings will introduce new
sources of multiplying existing income. After 17th, you
will attract big-money opportunities through passive
income streams. Investing money on stocks will bring
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take an early morning bath, offer water to the rising
Sun and chant the Gayatri mantra, as many times as
possible.
Worship Goddess Gauri every day. Donate cow’s
milk or rice on Monday. Visit the nearby temple of
Lord Shiva and after Bilva leaves.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Take important decisions after Sunset
Daily apply Turmeric tilak on the forehead
Chandrashtama Dates: 07, 08, 09 (till 8:00 AM)
in good results. After 18th, budgetary issues and
unpaid bills will drive up the expenses. Walk yourself
through a few possible outcomes, before resolving
into action in a legal issue.
Personal: Just stay present! Fresh starts around your
home and family could also arrive this month. Couples
will shower their other half with extreme amounts of
attention and affection. For women, their brothers
or friends will prove to be their support system in
challenging times. A simmering spark with prospective
love-match will turn into lasting commitment for
singles. After 18th, think about the benefits it can bring
before taking a leap of faith on a pricey travel plan.
Students will be dedicated and focused to reach to
their desired aims. After 24th, getting in touch with
estranged loved ones will help dissipate any lingering
tensions.
Health: Time to return to your analytical ways! This
month, stars will re-invigorate your desire to treat
your body like a temple. Respite is in sight for those
troubled with recurring ailments. After 18th, steering
clear off temptations will help keep seasonal flues
and stomach issues at bay. Sleep issues will keep
you feeling wired and tired.
Chitra (3,4): You will experience improved conditions
in the form of a money judgment, payment on
investment or profit sharing.
Swati: You will be troubled by an unexpected
confrontation or argument over money or legal rights.
Visakha (1,2,3): Some of you will suffer from
extreme anxiety or nervous exhaustion and will be
unable to take on anything that would be mentally ,
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emotionally or physically taxing.
Vedic Remedies: Worship your Family deity and
receive His/Her blessings for your business to run
smoothly. Light ghee lamps to Goddess Durga, during
Rahu Kalam on Tuesdays and Fridays. Recite Vishnu
Sahasranama stothra, whenever possible. Donate:
Saffron or turmeric or sugar on Thursdays.
VRISCHIKA (Scorpio)
Visakha (4), Anuradha,
Jyeshta
Planetary Positions: Sun in 9th house till 17th; then
moves to 10th house (Leo).Mercury in 10th house;
on 24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-
end. Venus(R) in 10th house; on 8th August, its Re-
entry into 9th house (Cancer). Mars in 10th house
till 18th; then moves to 11th house (Virgo). Jupiter
in 6th house. Saturn(R) in 4th house. Rahu and Ketu
in 6/12 axis.
Career: The Capricorn Full Moon on 1st, is the apt
time for marketing professionals to forge alliances
and gain edge against rivals. Freelancers will bring
small corrective changes and turn their upcoming
ventures into raging success. After 8 th ,
misunderstandings and rumors will cause clashes to
erupt with coworkers. After 18th, entrepreneurs will
attract a lucrative deal that will lead to an increased
status. Professionals will be applauded and recognised
for their efforts and skills. At work-place, your
pitching skills on a key presentation will result in
promotion or salary-hike. Hidden opportunities of
stable work offer will surface for job-seekers. After
24th, avoid initiating any new launch or services.
Wealth: This month, tweak any shortcomings, by
giving long-term finances a thorough review. Clench
your wallet tighter, when making purchases, as
expenses will rise. Entering speculations will drain
out the earmarked savings. After 18 th, expect
floodgates of profits from multiple sources. Those in
Real estate will see an upswing in their financial
earnings. Siblings will help you in creating a stable
financial cushion for future. After 24th, avoid signing
any loan agreements, as it will come with a crippling
hidden cost.
Personal: - Take a little breather! This month, you
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Lal-kitab Remedies
Keep a pure Silver coin,wrapped in Red cotton cloth,
in your bedroom
Not to indulge in any kind of speculative activities
Chandrashtama Dates: 09 (from 8:00 AM),10,11
(till 6:00 PM)
will be proactive to get the issues out into the open,
and bury the hatchet. Couples will experience
growing intimacy between with their beloved. After
8h, singles must step away from superficial display,
and choose your partner wisely. The dream of the
students willing to go abroad for further studies will
come to an unexpected halt. Short getaways and
travel will provide a renewed sense of peace. After
17th, women will see a boost in their popularity among
friends and colleagues.
Health: Health will remain unstable due to spine,
throat, or knee-related issues. After 17th, expect quick
recovery from long-troubling ailment. Resuming
sidelined health and fitness goals will bring you back
into fighting shape.
Visakha(4): You will make new friends, mend
relationships with old friends, and set things straight
in your mind and affairs.
Anuradha: You will try to accomplish too many things
at once, and will feel pressured to take on more that
you care to handle.
Jyeshta: You will have luck in finding answers,
attracting favors and obtaining gifts or advantages.
Vedic Remedies: Wear a 5 mukhi rudraksha.
Worship Lord Shiva with Bilva leaves. Keep chanting
‘Om Namah Shivaya’ in mind, whenever possible.
Recite the Guru stothra:
Devanam cha rishinam cha Gurum kaanchan
Sannibhaam Buddhi bhutam Trilokesham tam
namaami Brihaspatim.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Follow family rituals & traditions
Maintain proper paper work in financial transactions
Chandrashtama Dates: 11(from 6:00 PM), 12, 13.
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DHANUS (Sagittarius)
Moola, Poorvashada,
Uttarashada (1)
Planetary Positions: Sun in 8th house till 17th; then
moves to 9th house (Leo).Mercury in 9th house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 9th house; on 8th August, its Re-entry
into 8th house (Cancer). Mars in 9th house till 18th;
then moves to 10th house (Virgo). Jupiter in 5th
house. Saturn(R) in 3rd house. Rahu and Ketu in 5/
11 axis.
Career: Power struggles and explosive tempers with
co-workers are likely. Unexpected moves of rivals
will weaken the stance of professionals on an
upcoming leadership opportunity. Around the
Capricorn Full Moon on 1st,, artists will need an
elbow room to wrap up previous taxing projects. Test
the waters with small, concrete steps before hasting
towards partnerships. Downsizing and simplifying will
aid Higher Management to wrap up pressing work
demands. After 17th, entrepreneurs planning new
launches will experience a forced slow-down.
Adopting innovative tactics will help evade critical
eye of seniors. After 24th, job-seekers will make sure
to ponder, before making any hasty decision on a
tempting work offer.
Wealth: After 8th, stay prudent and measure your
steps, when handling legal matters related to
inheritance or Taxes. Sketchy shortcuts and
speculations will result in irrecoverable losses. Taking
guarantees will put your financial stability at a risk.
After 17th, avoid taking loans, as it will come with
hidden pitfalls. Stay prepared, as it will throw
unexpected expenses your way. Getting into Market
share investments will trigger financial struggles.
MAKARA (Capricorn)
Uttarashada (2, 3, 4),
Sravana, Dhanishta (1, 2)
Planetary Positions: Sun in 7th house till 17th; then
moves to 8th house (Leo).Mercury in 8th house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 8th house; on 8th August, its Re-entry
into 7th house (Cancer). Mars in 8th house till 18th;
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Personal: Tread carefully now! This month, under
the confrontational skies, think twice and re-check
the intention, before firing off any anger arrows.
Arguments with father will escalate. For singles, an
old partner will resurface, but also an unresolved
resentment. After 17 th, for women, over-blown
reactions will stir up unnecessary chaos, with their
inner circle. Staying polite and respectful will help
couples to avoid conflicts from spinning out of control.
This month, students will be disheartened and
disappointed with their academic performance.
Health: Pause for reflection and self-care, as
indigestion or blood pressure issues will cause a dip
in your energy. After 18th, health will need attention,
due to fatigue and disturbed sleep. Developing a
meditation or breathwork practice will help manage
any chaos with ease.
Moola: A situation will arise, creating conflict or
uncertainty about an issue you thought you had
handled.
Poorvashada: You will experience lack of energy
and will be subject to clumsiness.
Uttarashada (1): You are going to take a short trip
or jaunt, but may have to leave sooner than you
thought.
Vedic Remedies: Recite Lord Sun mantra daily.
Worship the deities Lord Kartikeya and Lord Shiva.
Donate Masoor dal( red lentils) on Tuesday. Visit the
temple of your Family deity, with all family members.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Gift sweets to 3 small boys
Help & respect brother’s wife
Chandrashtama Dates: 14, 15, 16 (till 5:00 PM)
then moves to 9th house (Virgo). Jupiter in 4th house.
Saturn(R) in 2nd house. Rahu and Ketu in 4/10 axis.
Career: Get ready for assured wins, against the
rivals. Freelancers will shake hands with promising
alliances that will increase their pay-grade. Newly
acquired skills will help those in marketing to expand
their market reach. Job seekers’ increased visibility
in the industry-circuit will bring them a high-pay
employment. After 7th, artists will be facing short
deadlines and long hours on an ongoing creative
forecast August 2023
project. Tensions will arise with colleagues. For
entrepreneurs, increased differences will drive up
power struggles and explosive tempers with existing
business partners. After 24th, skimming through the
loopholes will derail the progress of a new launch.
Be wary, as careless errors will invite criticism from
the seniors your way.
Wealth: Share market investments will not result in
much gains. Evaluate Real estate deals thoroughly,
to evade costly pitfalls later. Avoid taking loans, as
you will be stuck in the vicious circle of over-
burdening debts. On the New Moon on 16th, profits
and proceeds will flow-in from foreign investment
schemes. After 17th, postpone any major legal moves,
as the results will not be favorable. Unnecessary
risks. Keep back up of funds handy, as expenses will
escalate and multiply.
Personal: Think before you act! This August,
relationship matters will get a bit murky. Women will
walk away from certain relationships that do not serve
any purpose. Students, who have applied for
scholarships, will get the good news. After 17th, singles
will be prone to leaving a promising union, because
of momentary restlessness. Dealing with the real
source of conflict, instead of avoiding it, will strengthen
the bond among couples. After 24th, double-check
your luggage, itinerary and all your bookings, before
setting foot outside your door.
KUMBHA (Aquarius)
Dhanishta (3, 4), Satabisha,
Poorvabhadra (1, 2, 3)
Planetary Positions: Sun in 6th house till 17th; then
moves to 7th house (Leo).Mercury in 7th house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 7th house; on 8th August,its Re-entry
into 6th house (Cancer). Mars in 7th house till 18th;
then moves to 8th house (Virgo). Jupiter in 3rd house.
Saturn(R) in first house. Rahu and Ketu in 3/9 axis.
Career: This month, nurturing connections with
industry influencers will lead job-seekers towards a
promising employment offer. At work-place,
promotion and bonuses will glide your way.
Consistent efforts will yield accelerated growth in
promising markets for entrepreneurs. Freelancers
with their cutting-edge ideas will help in eliminating
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Health: This month, stars urges you to stay serious
and on track, when it comes to fitness regime.
Including protein-rich foods in your diet will help
combat indigestion and blood-related ailments, from
escalating. Be extra careful, when walking or driving
to evade minor accidents falls.
Uttarashada (2,3,4): In time, you will reap many
rewards & your work environment will improve.
Sravana: Some might suffer from stomach or
headaches. Timely medical attention would bring
relief.
Dhanishta (1,2): A major problem or obstacle
related to your work or personal affairs is about to
be resolved.
Vedic Remedies: Worship Sun-god facing East,
daily in the morning Donate Wheat, on Sundays.
Grow a Tulsi plant at home. Recite Vishnu
Sahasranama Stothra, whenever possible. Light ghee
lamps to Goddess Mahalakshmi on Fridays.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Sprinkle water on hot Tawa, before making first
chapatti ( as done, while preparing dosas )
On a Friday ,donate 8 Potatoes in any temple
Chandrashtama Dates: 16 (from 5:00 PM), 17, 18,
19 (till 5:00 AM)
competition from their career ascend. Stay watchful,
as seniors will be over-critical towards your
performance. After 7th, creative projects might need
some re-evaluation or run into unexpected hiccups.
Hold off on signing contracts or partnership deals, to
avoid being in the losing end of the bargain. After
17th, remain low, as arguments will break out without
warning with seniors or colleagues.
Wealth: Keep digging, and researching, before
dabbling your savings in share market or bonds.
However, expect relief and victory in legal matters.
Around the New Moon on 16th, expect good returns
to flow in, from previous fiscal schemes. After 18th,
regain command over your purchasing power, to avoid
leaning on over-drafts or loans. Revamping your
savings strategy will help reigning in expenses.
Speculations or wagering is not recommended.
Personal: Surrender, and open your heart! Resist
the urge to make any impulsive moves, when it comes
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to your closest connections. Feeling lost in their own
foggy emotions will make it difficult for couples to
connect with their love-interest. Women need to be
kind to themselves, as they will be processing tough
emotions or dissolving long-standing grudges. Around
the New Moon on 16th, the mantra ‘don’t chase,
attract’ will enable singles to magnetise a worthy love
prospect. Dodging distractions will help students stay
focused in realising their academics dreams. Smile
during your fabulous travels, as you create memorable
moments with family or friends.
Health: Step back and reflect! This month, keeping
yourself hydrated will keep the stomach issues at bay.
After 18 th, it is time to distance yourself from
emotionally- draining situations, to avoid past ailments
from resurfacing. Stay away from sharp objects, to
stay away from any possible injury.
Dhanishta (3,4): You will be watching your health
or diet, with extra care. Problems related to lower
back aches will reduce.
Satabisha: Though you will be self-reliant, still you
MEENA (Pisces)
Poorvabhadra (4),
Uttarabhadra, Revati.
Planetary Positions: Sun in 5th house till 17th; then
moves to 6th house (Leo).Mercury in 6th house; on
24th it turns Retrograde and remains till month-end.
Venus(R) in 6th house; on 8th August, its Re-entry
into 5th house (Cancer). Mars in 6th house till 18th;
then moves to 7th house (Virgo). Jupiter in 2nd house.
Saturn(R) in 12th house. Rahu and Ketu in 2/8 axis.
Career: On the Full Moon on 1st, a cooperative
venture will reach to an exciting milestone.
Freelancers will forge alliances to turn a money-
making idea into reality. Entrepreneurs will be sharp,
strategic and on their A-game that will bring bountiful
profits their way. Marketing professionals will be
skilful, in navigating from any curveballs thrown by
the rivals. A stalled start-up idea for artists will hit
the fast-track, operating with a well-crafted plan. Re-
consider your approach, before engaging in conflicts
at work-place. After 17th, job-seekers will bring in
specific skills set to the Table, and bag in a high-pay
job. However stay alert, as small mistakes can cause
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will have assistance in a time of need.
Poorvabhadrapada (1,2,3) : Some of you will be
disappointed by a friend, loved one, or a business
associate, who has lied to you or played you false.
Vedic Remedies: Recite the Mangala stothra
everyday.
Dharani garbha sambhutam vidyut kanti
samaprabham
Kumaram shakti hastamcha tam mangalam
pranamamyaham.
Worship Lord Kartikeya with Red flowers. Do
Rudrabhishekha, whenever possible.
Donate Masoor dal( red lentils) on Tuesday.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Consume Fennel & Ajwain, after dinner
Neither sell nor pawn household Gold
Chandrashtama Dates: 19 (from 5:00 AM), 20,21
(till 6:00 PM)
a key presentation to hit a plateau, for the
professionals.
Wealth: Judgment in Court matters will be ruled in
your favour. Sudden inflow of funds from commission,
dividends, royalties will flow in. Dividends and returns
of previous investments will give a boost to your
savings. Expect previous financial constraints to wear
off. Real estate deals will open the floodgates to
prosperity. After 18th, watch your spending. Credibly
assess the situation, before incurring any further loans.
Personal: This month, right efforts will reset the
scales and keep discords to the minimum with loved
ones. Students, through their hard work, will reach
their academic aim. An upcoming trip will bring the
perfect opportunity to let your hair down and be a
little spontaneous. After 18 th , Jealousy or
misunderstanding will erupt, causing old issues to
escalate between couples. Adopting a diplomatic
attitude will help avoid any building tensions with
mother. Being in a space of clarity will help singles
attract worthy love prospects. After 24th, for women,
clearing the air will finally provide healing or recovery
from a challenging relationship pattern.
Health: Pause for a personal cause! Ignoring your
health-needs will cause heart or stomach related
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complications to escalate. After 18th, continuous strain
will lead to extreme tiredness and depleted energy.
This month, regular morning walks or meditation will
help to shake off building stress.
Poorvabhadra (4): You will be very health conscious
and interested in quick remedies, new age type
treatments or Vitamins.
Uttarabhadra: You can expect financial success,
regardless of obstacle or problems.
Revati: Lovers or friends will be unable to come
together as planned. Be ready for compromise.
Vedic Remedies: Donate Coconut on Saturdays.
Worship Goddess Chandi everydays.
Recite the Ketu stotra whenever you can:
Palasha pushpa sankaasham taraka graha
mastakam
Roudram roudratmakam ghoram tam ketum
Pranamamyaham.
Lal-kitab Remedies
Take important decisions, after Sunset
Avoid posting your achievements on social media
Chandrashtama Dates: 21 (from 6:00 PM), 22, 23

Thursday, August 31: Moon conjuncts Saturn

(Continued from page 54)
Wednesday, August 30: Moon quincunxes
Mercury at 3:48a.m. Do not allow emotions to cloud
your reasoning abilities; be prepared to take a few
hard decisions now! Moon squares Uranus at
8:34a.m. Stick to tried and tested routines, while
handling tricky situations; avoid taking unnecessary
risks regarding any matter. Moon sextiles Dragon’s
Head at 1:07p.m. This is a good time for
experimenting on working methods to identify the most
productive ones. Moon quincunxes Mars at 10:38p.m.
Keep emotions under control, since emotional
outbursts can spoil positions that you have carefully
built with patience and meticulous planning. Avoid
long journeys towards North and Northeast.
at 1:03a.m. Feelings of inexplicable anxiety and gloom
may trouble you now; try venting out with trusted
persons so that you can shed off the emotional
baggage and get your thoughts clear. Moon opposes
Sun at 7:06a.m. Be balanced in your approach to all
situations, avoiding extremes of any kind carefully.
Moon quincunxes Venus at 3:03p.m. It is necessary
to be “seen-to-be-honest”, even if you are
scrupulously clean in your financial dealings ,
especially if you happen to be managing others’
finances on their behalf. Moon sextiles Jupiter at
7:55p.m. Sky is the limit in terms of what you can
achieve, if you direct focused energies along the right
channels during this period. Avoid long journeys
towards South and Southeast.
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 Your Personal Problems Solved By Hemamalini Raghunathan

Mr. K. Sekar Dutt

Q: When can marriage be expected for the native? How are marital prospects?
A: Native’s 7 th lord Venus has occupied the
2 nd house (7 th lord in its 8 th bhava), afflicted
by Nodes. But the presence of the ascendant
lord in the 2nd house, aspected by Jupiter (2 nd
and 5 th lord) kindles a lot of hopes. Scorpio
lagna is in vargottamamsa. Presence of 9th lord
Moon (though debilitated) has made the
native lucky by birth itself. He is destined to
lead a respectable life.
5th lord Jupiter occupying 10th house will bless
the native with good progeny and family life.
The native is currently undergoing not so favourable Venus-Saturn period, Venus being 7th and
12 th lord and Saturn being 3rd and 4 th lord. Major transits will be quite favourable in 2024, and
prospects are bright to enjoy marital bliss.In Navamsa, 7 th lord Venus has occupied the
favourable 9th house, indicating acquision of wealth after marriage.

Ms. Rakshaa
Q: I have been undergoing eight years of separation from my husband. When can I live with
him? How are my marital prospects?
A: Your 7th lord Moon signifying marital prospects has occupied the favourable 5th house, but with the
functional malefic Jupiter. In Navamsa, Moon is spoilt by the conjunction of Saturn, and also by the 5th
aspect of Rahu.
In Rasi Chart, 2nd house of family is posited by
Rahu, causing misunderstanding with others often.
Ketu in the 8th house causes separation from
family and friends.
9th lord of Bhagya, Mercury in Rasi Chart,
occupies the 11th house, but with great functional
malefic 8th lord Sun. In Navamsa, Mercury is
greatly affected by the Nodes.
For the last five years, you have been undergoing
Jupiter dasa, which cannot fulfil much of your
wishes. The current Mercury bhukti, and the ensuing Venus bhukti cannot help much.

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auspicious timings

Important Muhurta-timings for August 2023 By S.Venkatesh

Auspicious Dates for Grihapravesh

Date Day from to Star Thithi Amrutadi
(hrs) (hrs) Yoga
03.08.2023 Thursday 05.00 06.00 Dhanishta Dwithiya Siddha Yoga
04.08.2023 Friday 05.00 06.30 Satabisha Trithiya Siddha Yoga
06.08.2023 Sunday 05.00 06.30 Revati Panchami Amruta Yoga
07.08.2023 Monday 05.00 06.30 Aswini Saptami Siddha Yoga
11.08.2023 Friday 05.00 06.30 Mrigasira Ekadasi SiddhaYoga
14.08.2023 Monday 05.00 06.15 Punarvasu Trayodasi Amruta Yoga
20.08.2023 Sunday 05.00 05.45 Hasta Chaturti Siddha Yoga
23.08.2023 Wednesday 04.30 05.30 Swati Saptami Siddha Yoga

Auspicious Dates for Buying Conveyances

Date Day from to Star Thithi Amrutadi
(hrs) (hrs) Yoga
03.08.2023 Thursday 09.00 10.00 Dhanishta Dwithiya Siddha Yoga
06.08.2023 Sunday 14.00 16.30 Revati Shashti Amruta Yoga
07.08.2023 Monday 12.00 14.00 Aswini Saptami Siddha Yoga
11.08.2023 Friday 13.00 15.00 Mrigasira Ekadasi SiddhaYoga
14.08.2023 Monday 09.00 10.30 Punarvasu Trayodasi Amruta Yoga
20.08.2023 Sunday 14.00 16.00 Hasta Chaturti Siddha Yoga

Auspicious Dates for Vedic Rituals for pregnant women and new-born babies
Date Day From to Star Thithi Amrutadi
(hrs) (hrs) Yoga
03.08.2023 Thursday 09.00 10.00 Dhanishta Dwithiya Siddha Yoga
04.08.2023 Friday 09.00 10.00 Satabisha Trithiya Siddha Yoga
06.08.2023 Sunday 11.15 12.00 Revati Panchami Amruta Yoga
07.08.2023 Monday 12.00 12.00 Aswini Saptami Siddha Yoga
11.08.2023 Friday 12.00 12.30 Mrigasira Ekadasi SiddhaYoga
14.08.2023 Monday 09.00 10.30 Punarvasu Trayodasi Amruta Yoga
20.08.2023 Sunday 10.00 12.00 Hasta Chaturti Siddha Yoga

AUSPICIOUS DAYS AND TIME FOR MARRIAGE, TRAVEL AND BUSINESS NEGOTIATIONS - AUGUST 2023

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06.08.2023 Sunday 7.00 to 10.00 02.30 to 04.30
07.08.2023 Monday 9.00 to 10.30 12.00 to 02.00 23.08.2023 Wednesday 6.00 to 07.30 —
11.08.2023 Friday 6.00 to 09.00 01.00 to 03.00 27.08.2023 Sunday 6.00 to 07.30 —

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bull and bear

TIMING THE STOCK MARKET

FOR AUGUST 2023 By Vandana Dev Khattar
Planetary positions for August 2023
Sun : Up to 17th August, remains in Cancer; thereafter, it will transit in Leo.
Mars : Up to 18th August, remains in Leo; thereafter, it will transit in Virgo.
Mercury: Throughout the month, it will transit through Leo sign. It will move in Retrograde direction from 24th onwards.
Jupiter : Throughout the month, it will transit through Aries sign.
Venus : Up to 7th August, remains in Leo; thereafter, it will move to Cancer. It will remain in Retrograde motion throughout
the month. It will remain in Combust state between 7th & 19th.
Saturn : Throughout the month, it will transit through Aquarius sign in retrograde motion.
Rahu (True): Throughout the month, it will transit through Aries sign.
Ketu (True): Throughout the month, it will transit through Libra sign.
Uranus : Throughout the month, it will transit through Aries sign. It will move in Retrograde direction from 29 th onwards
Neptune: Throughout the month, it will transit through Pisces sign in Retrograde direction
Pluto: Throughout the month, it will transit through Capricorn sign in Retrograde direction.
Daily movement of Stock Market in August 2023
Date Moon’s Astro parameters at 9.15am Market Trend These Rasi / Lagna
should refrain
from financial
dealings today
01 Thithi : Pournami The Bulls will keep the sentiments Aquarius & Gemini
Tuesday Nakshatra: U.Ashadha; Navamsa:Aquarius positive between 11:45 and 14:45hrs,
Moon opposes Sun & squares Ketu. Not to as the smart investors will buy the
initiate fresh position in F&O segment. stocks of PSU, wheat, copper &
tobacco sector companies.

02 Thithi : Krishna Prtipada The Bears will spread pessimistic Aquarius & Gemini
Wednesday Nakshatra: Sravana; Navamsa:Cancer sentiments till 13:35 hrs; thereafter,
Moon opposes Sun. Experts can do the Bulls will shed off their
intraday trading in realty sector companies. inhibition & show buying interest
in the stocks of silver, beverages,
petroleum exports, education,
finance & insurance sector companies.

03 Thithi : Krishna Dwitiya The market will open with negative Cancer & Pisces
Thursday Nakshatra:Dhanishta; Navamsa:Scorpio sentiments, but the Bulls will take
Moon opposes Mercury & Venus and the control in their hands from
trines Ketu. Good day to open fresh 11:45 hrs, onwards, as they take
demat account. buying interest in the stocks of
copper, automobiles, sugar & defence
sector companies.

04 Thithi : Krishna Tritiya In a weak market, the Bulls will make Cancer & Pisces
Friday Nakshatra: P.Bhadra; Navamsa:Aries their presence felt from 13:55 hrs
Moon opposes Mars & Mercury. Good onwards, by taking interest in
day to learn stock market fundamentals. buying the stocks of gold, molding,
pharma & hospital sector companies.

07 Thithi : Krishna Saptami With the weak opening, initially the Taurus & Virgo
Monday Nakshatra: Aswini; Navamsa: Taurus Bears will rule the sentiments, but
Moon opposes Ketu & sextiles Saturn. the Bulls will gather courage around
Auspicious day to square off 13:35 hrs and make use of low rates to
gainful positions. accumulate the stocks of footwear,
casting, tyres and rubber
sector companies.
Disclaimer: These inferences are purely based on planetary conditions. Neither the editor/publisher, nor the author is responsible for any loss. These astrological
inferences are neither an invitation nor a suggestion / recommendation to trade in the Stock Market. Consult the Registered Financial Advisor, before investing.
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bull and bear
Daily Movements of Share Market in August 2023
Date Moon’s Astro parameters at 9.15am
08 Thithi : Krishna Ashtami
Tuesday Nakshatra: Bharani; Navamsa:Virgo
Mercury trines Moon & Jupiter and
opposes Saturn. Not to initiate fresh
position in F&O segment.
09 Thithi : Krishna Navami
Wednesday Nakshatra: Krittika; Navamsa: Capricorn
Sun squares Jupiter.
10 Thithi : Krishna Dasami
Thursday Nakshatra: Rohini; Navamsa:Taurus
Moon squares Saturn. Auspicious day to
build up portfolio of beaten down
fundamentally good stocks.
11 Thithi : Krishna Ekadasi
Friday Nakshatra:Mrigasira; Navamsa: Leo
Sun sextiles Moon & squares Jupiter.
Auspicious day to initiate fresh investments
eg. MF, PPF & SIP
14 Thithi:Krishna Tryodasi
Monday Nakshatra:Punarvasu; Navamsa:Cancer
Moon squares Rahu. Auspicious day till
10am to apply for refunds.
16 Thithi : Amavasya
Wednesday Nakshatra: Ashlesa; Navamsa:Aquarius
Moon squares Jupiter & conjoins Venus.
Not to initiate fresh investments &
financial transactions.
17 Thithi : Shukla Prtipada
Thursday Nakshatra:Makha; Navamsa:Gemini
Moon opposes Saturn & trines Rahu.
` by optimistic sentiments as the bulls
18 Thithi : Shukla Dwitiya
Friday Nakshatra: P.Phalguni; Navamsa:Virgo
Moon trines Jupiter. Experts can do
intraday trading in the stocks of
IT sector companies.
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Market Trend These Rasi / Lagna
should refrain
from financial
dealings today
The Bulls will open the trading Taurus & Virgo
session with positivity by placing
bullish bets on the stocks of silver,
innerwear, lingerie & hospitality
sector companies. The Bears will
jump into the arena around 11:15 hrs
to close the indices Southwards.
Till 14:45 hrs, the Bulls will dominate Libra & Gemini
the scenario, as they indulge in
accumulating the stocks of wheat,
gold, Insurance & PSU sector
companies; thereafter, the trading
session is likely to behave in a
lethargic manner.
The Bulls will open the trading Libra & Gemini
session with a big bang, but the
enthusiasm will last till 09:55 hrs
only. The Bulls will make another
attempt around 14:35 hrs to push
the indices Northwards by showing
buying interest in the stocks of
agriculture, fertilizers, transport &
rice sector companies.
The Bulls will show their might Libra & Gemini
between 11:15 and 14:45 hrs by
placing Bullish bets on the stocks
of textiles, realty, forging & cement
sector companies. The indices are
likely to close downwards.
Tug of war between the bulls and the Leo & Sagittarius
bears will be noticed. The traders
are advised to place tight stop
loss in the system.
Between 10:35 and 12:55 hrs, the Leo & Sagittarius
Bulls will keep the market in a
positive mood by placing Bullish
bets on the stocks of pipes,
retailing, molding & cement
sector companies; thereafter, the
traders with Bearish view will
dominate the sentiments.
First half of the trading session will Capricorn & Virgo
be dominated by the Bears whereas
second half of the trading session
from 12:55 to 14:25 hrs, will be ruled
will take buying interest in the stocks
of broking firms, footwear, tourism &
hospitality sector companies.
The Bulls will be able to show their Capricorn & Virgo
might between 09:15 and 10:35hrs by
showing active interest in the
stocks of cosmetics, white goods,
silver & automobiles sector companies
thereafter the Bears will not let the
Bulls dominate the show.
bull and bear
Daily Movements of Share Market in August 2023
Date Moon’s Astro parameters at 9.15am
21 Thithi : Shukla Panchami
Monday Nakshatra:Chitra; Navamsa: Leo
Moon sextiles Venus & opposes Rahu.
Auspicious day to open fresh
PPF/ FD accounts.
22 Thithi : Shukla Sashti
Tuesday Nakshatra: Swati; Navamsa: Sagittarius
Moon sextiles Sun & opposes Rahu.
Good day to pay your pending bills.
23 Thithi : Shukla Saptami
Wednesday Nakshatra:Visakha; Navamsa: Aries
Moon opposes Jupiter & squares Venus.
24 Thithi:Shukla Ashtami
Thursday Nakshatra:Anuradha; Navamsa:Leo
Moon squares Sun and sextiles Mars &
Mercury. Experts can do intraday
trading in the stocks of fertilizers &
pesticides sector companies.
25 Thithi:Shukla Navami
Friday Nakshatra:Jyeshta; Navamsa:Sagittarius
Moon trines Venus. Not a good day for
making fresh investments.
28 Thithi : Shukla Dwadasi
Monday Nakshatra:U.Ashadha; Navamsa: Sagittarius
Moon trines Mercury & squares Ketu.
Good day to square off profitable positions.
29 Thithi : Shukla Tryodasi
Tuesday Nakshatra:Sravana; Navamsa: Taurus
Moon opposes Venus. Not to initiate
fresh position in F&O segment
30 Thithi : Shukla Chaturdasi
Wednesday Nakshatra: Dhanishta; Navamsa: Virgo
Moon trines Ketu.
31 Thithi : Krishna Prtipada
Thursday Nakshatra: Satabisha; Navamsa: Aquarius
Moon opposes Sun & conjoins Saturn.
Good day to review your financial statements.
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Market Trend These Rasi / Lagna
should refrain
from financial
dealings today
The Bears will maintain an upper Libra & Aquarius
hand throughout the trading
session, but the Bulls will mark their
presence between 10:35 and
12:55 hrs, as they take buying interest
in the stocks of copper, cement,
auto-ancillaries & realty
sector companies.
Optimism in the market will be Pisces & Scorpio
witnessed between 10:25 and
14:35 hrs; as the Bulls will show
buying interest in the stocks of
aluminum, IT, electrical & capital
goods sector companies; thereafter,
the Bears will rule the arena.
Within a Bearish day, the Bulls will Pisces & Scorpio
be able to mark their presence
between 12:35 and 14:05 hrs, by
showing buying interest in the
stocks of gold, aviation, gas &
energy sector companies.
In a pessimistic day, the Bulls will Sagittarius & Aries
be able to show their might from
14:35 hrs; onwards by accumulating
the stocks of steel, mines, petroleum
& affordable housing sector
companies at low rates.
Optimism in the market will be Sagittarius & Aries
witnessed from 09:55 hrs onwards,
as the traders will place Bullish bets
on the stocks of banking, broking,
FMCG & IT sector companies. From
12:15 hrs onwards, the Bears will
rule the arena.
Accumulation in the stocks of wheat, Taurus & Capricorn
PSUs, insurance & exports
sector companies will be noticed till
14:35 hrs. Profit booking in the
last hour will drag down the indices
Southwards.
The Bulls will become active between Aquarius & Gemini
13:15 and 14:05 hrs, as they show
buying interest in the stocks of
Beverages, hospitality, tourism &
dairy sector companies in an
otherwise pessimistic trading session.
The Bulls will wait for an hr to start Aquarius & Gemini
purchasing the stocks of IT, realty,
chemicals & defence sector
companies. The Bears will take over
the control from 13:35 hrs onwards.
From 9:55 hrs onwards, the Bulls Cancer & Pisces
will make use of every opportunity
to maintain their superiority in the
area. The indices are likely to
close upwards. The undercurrent
sentiments will remain positive.
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LUCKY DAYS AND NUMBERS - AUGUST 2023
Astro-Numerology numbers have been calculated on a practical basis, for Speculation and By S.Venkatesh
day’s best-winning numbers for Racing.

01-08-2023 Tuesday 8 4 1 5 17-08-2023 Thursday 9 8 5 1

02-08-2023 Wednesday 7 5 2 4 18-08-2023 Friday 3 2 1 6
03-08-2023 Thursday 1 2 8 6 19-08-2023 Saturday 8 4 6 3
04-08-2023 Friday 5 6 3 8
20-08-2023 Sunday 7 9 5 4
05-08-2023 Saturday 2 1 7 3
21-08-2023 Monday 9 5 6 1
06-08-2023 Sunday 9 2 8 5
22-08-2023 Tuesday 2 1 4 7
07-08-2023 Monday 2 8 9 6
23-08-2023 Wednesday 1 2 7 4
08-08-2023 Tuesday 1 7 3 8
24-08-2023 Thursday 7 1 6 3
09-08-2023 Wednesday 4 8 6 5
25-08-2023 Friday 9 5 8 2
10-08-2023 Thursday 8 4 2 1
11-08-2023 Friday 7 5 6 5 26-08-2023 Saturday 1 7 3 6

12-08-2023 Saturday 1 2 4 6 27-08-2023 Sunday 9 1 5 3

13-08-2023 Sunday 8 3 6 5 28-08-2023 Monday 4 6 8 1
14-08-2023 Monday 2 1 8 7 29-08-2023 Tuesday 5 7 3 2
15-08-2023 Tuesday 1 9 5 2 30-08-2023 Wednesday 6 9 5 4
16-08-2023 Wednesday 8 1 7 6 31-08-2023 Thursday 1 2 4 3

FESTIVAL CALENDAR FOR AUGUST 2023

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5
FULL MOON Sankatahara
Chaturti

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Ekadasi Vrata

13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Pradosha Vrata NEW MOON
Amavasya

20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Vastu Day*
Chaturti 7.25am to 7.59am
Vrata

27 28 29 30 31
Pradosha Vrata FULL MOON
Ekadasi Vrata

*Vastu Purusha awakening day; good period to commence any construction work.
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panchang

August - 2023
(Sravana & Bhadra)

Date Day Thithi h.m Nakshatra Yoga h.m Amrutadi Yoga

1 Tue S 15 Purnima 24 03 21 U.Shada 16 04 02 Priti 18 22 M
2 Wed K 01 Prathami 20 07 22 Sravana 12 59 03 Ayusman 14 03 S/M
3 Thur 02 Dwithiya 16 18 23 Dhanistha 09 57 04 Saubagya 09 47 S/M
4 Fri 03 Trithiya 12 46 24 Satabisha 07 09 05 Sobhana 29 43 S
-- --- -- -------- ------ 25 P. Bhadra 28 45 06 Atiganda 25 58 --
5 Sat 04 Chaturthi 09 41 26 U.Bhadra 14 55 07 Sukarma 22 41 S
6 Sun 05 Panchami 07 11 27 Revati 25 44 08 Dhriti 19 56 A
-- --- 06 Shashti 29 21 -- ------- ------ -- -------- ------ --
7 Mon 07 Saptami 28 16 01 Aswini 25 17 09 Sula 17 45 S
8 Tue 08 Ashtami 27 53 02 Bharani 25 33 10 Ganda 16 10 S
9 Wed 09 Navami 28 12 03 Krittika 26 23 11 Vridhi 15 09 A
10 Thur 10 Dasami 29 07 04 Rohini 28 01 12 Dhruva 14 38 M
11 Fri 11 Ekadasi ------ 05 Mrigasira ------ 13 Vyagata 14 34 S
12 Sat 11 Ekadasi 06 33 -- --------- 06 03 14 Harsana 14 50 S
13 Sun 12 Dwadasi 08 21 06 Arudra 08 27 15 Vajra 15 23 S
14 Mon 13 Trayodasi 10 27 07 Punarvasu 11 08 16 Siddhi 16 08 A/S
15 Tue 14 Chaturdasi 12 44 08 Pushya 13 59 17 Vyatipata 17 00 S
16 Wed K 30 Amavasya 15 09 09 Aslesha 16 58 18 Variyan 17 58 S
17 Thur S 01 Prathami 17 37 10 Makha 19 59 19 Parigha 18 57 A/S
18 Fri 02 Dwithiya 20 03 11 P.Phalguni 10 58 20 Siva 19 54 S
19 Sat 03 Trithiya 22 21 12 U.Phalguni 25 48 21 Siddha 20 46 M
20 Sun 04 Chaturthi 24 23 13 Hasta 28 22 22 Sadhya 21 21 S
21 Mon 05 Panchami 26 02 14 Chitra ------ 23 Shubha 21 47 M
22 Tue 06 Shashti 27 07 14 Chitra 06 32 24 Sukla 21 45 S
23 Wed 07 Saptami 27 32 15 Swati 08 09 25 Brahma 21 02 S
24 Thur 08 Ashtami 27 12 16 Visakha 09 04 26 Indra 20 03 S
25 Fri 09 Navami 26 02 17 Anuradha 09 15 27 Vaidhriti 18 17 S/M
26 Sat 10 Dasami 24 09 18 Jyeshta 08 38 01 Viskumba 15 53 S
27 Sun 11 Ekadasi 21 34 19 Moola 07 17 02 Priti 12 53 A/S
-- --- -- --------- ------ 20 P.Shada 29 16 -- -------- ------ --
28 Mon 12 Dwadasi 18 24 21 U.Shada 26 44 03 Ayusman 09 23 M
-- --- -- --------- ------ -- --------- ------ 04 Saubagya 29 28 --
29 Tue 13 Trayodasi 14 49 22 Sravana 23 51 05 Sobhana 25 18 S
30 Wed 14 Chaturdasi 11 00 23 Dhanistha 20 43 06 Atiganda 20 59 M
31 Thur 15 Purnima 07 07 24 Satabisha 17 46 07 Sukarma 16 43 M
-- Fri 01 Prathami 27 20
NOTES:-1. S- Suklapaksha, K-Krishnapaksha.
2. Timings given are ending moments (in IST) reckoned from Sunrise to Sunrise.
3. A=Amruta Yoga (Excellent); S=Siddha Yoga (Good); M=Marana Yoga (Bad).
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 AT 5.30 A.M. - AYANAMSA: 24° 17' 53'' (01-AUGUST-2023)
Date Sun Moon Mercury Venus Mars Jupiter Saturn Rahu
01Tue d14 20 j 03 18 e 10 02 e 02 50 e 19 03 a 19 29 k 11 31 a 04 20
R R
02Wed 15 17 18 34 11 20 02 28 19 40 19 36 11 27 04 10
03 Thu 18 05 k 03 51 12 35 02 03 20 17 19 42 11 24 04 00
04Fri 17 12 18 58 13 48 01 37 20 55 19 48 11 20 03 52
05Sat 18 10 l 03 47 15 00 01 09 21 32 19 53 11 16 03 47
06Sun 19 07 18 12 16 06 00 39 22 10 19 59 11 12 03 44 a Aries
07Mon 20 04 a 02 09 17 15 00 07 22 47 20 05 11 08 03 43
08 Tue 21 02 18 18 d 29 34 23 25 20 10 11 04 03 44 b Taurus
15 41
09Wed 21 59 28 48 19 20 29 00 24 02 20 15 10 59 03 44 c Gemini
10Thu 22 57 b 11 35 20 18 28 24 24 40 20 20 10 55 03 42
d Cancer
11 Fri 23 54 24 06 21 14 27 48 25 19 20 25 10 51 03 39
12Sat 24 52 c 06 23 22 06 27 11 25 56 20 29 10 47 03 32 e Leo
13 Sun 25 50 18 31 22 56 26 34 26 33 20 34 10 43 03 23 f Virgo
14Mon 26 47 d 00 32 23 42 25 57 27 11 20 38 10 38 03 13
25 20 03 01 g Libra
15Tue 27 45 12 28 24 25 27 49 20 42 10 34
16Wed 28 43 24 20 25 04 24 43 28 27 20 46 10 30 02 49 h Scorpio
17Thu 29 40 e 06 11 25 40 24 07 29 05 20 49 10 25 02 37 i Sagittarius
18 Fri 00 38 18 02 26 11 23 31 29 43 20 53 10 21 02 27
19Sat 01 36 29 54 26 38 22 57 f 00 21 20 56 10 16 02 20 j Capricorn
20Sun 02 33 f 11 51 27 00 22 23 00 59 20 59 10 12 02 16 k Aquarius
21Mon 03 31 23 54 27 18 21 51 01 37 21 02 10 07 02 14
l Pisces
22Tue 04 29 g 06 08 27 30 21 21 02 15 21 05 10 03 02 14
23 Wed 05 27 18 36 27 38 20 53 02 54 21 08 09 58 02 14 (R) Retrograde
24Thu 06 24 h 01 24 27 39 20 26 03 32 21 10 09 54 02 15 (D) Direct
25Fri 07 22 14 34 (R) 27 36 20 01 04 10 21 12 09 49 02 15
26Sat 08 20 28 11 27 26 19 39 04 49 21 14 09 45 02 13
27Sun 09 18 i 12 16 27 10 19 18 05 27 21 16 09 40 02 09
28 Mon 10 16 26 49 26 49 19 00 06 06 21 18 09 36 02 03
29 Tue 11 14 j 11 44 26 21 18 45 06 44 21 19 09 31 01 56
30 Wed 12 12 26 06 26 18 18 31 07 21 21 20 09 26 01 49
31 Thu 13 10 k 12 13 25 09 18 20 08 01 21 21 09 22 01 43
LAGNA TABLE (Beginning Time of Lagnas) (For intermediate dates, subtract 3m 56s per day after given date)
Date Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces
h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m. h.m.
01-AUG.. 23 00 53 02 32 04 19 06 43 09 00 11 22 13 17 15 49 18 08 20 04 21 50 23 36
10 -AUG.. 23 00 17 01 56 03 43 06 07 08 24 10 46 12 41 15 13 17 32 19 28 21 14 23 00
20 -AUG.. 23 23 39 01 20 03 07 05 31 07 48 10 10 12 05 14 37 16 56 18 52 20 38 22 24
30-AUG.. 23 23 03 00 44 02 31 04 55 07 12 09 34 11 29 14 01 16 20 18 16 20 02 21 52
Add 1 min. for 180°E. Longitude, no correction for 90° E. Long. and Subtract 1 min. for 0° Long. and 2 mins. for 90°W.Long.
CORRECTION TABLE FOR ABOVE
Bangalore + 27 + 35 + 39 + 38 + 31 + 22 + 12 + 04 + 00 + 02 + 09 18
Chandigarh + 16 + 09 + 06 + 07 + 13 + 21 + 29 + 35 + 39 + 38 + 32 + 24
Chennai + 16 + 24 + 29 + 27 + 20 + 11 + 02 - 06 - 11 - 09 - 02 + 07
Hyderabad + 20 + 25 + 28 + 27 + 23 + 17 + 12 + 07 + 05 + 06 + 10 + 15
Kolkata. - 23 - 23 - 22 - 22 - 23 - 23 - 24 - 24 - 25 - 25 - 24 - 24
Lucknow + 03 00 - 02 - 01 + 02 + 05 + 09 + 12 + 14 + 13 + 11 + 07
Mumbai + 42 + 45 + 47 + 46 + 43 + 40 + 36 + 32 + 30 + 31 + 34 + 38
New Delhi + 17 + 12 + 09 + 10 + 15 + 20 + 25 + 31 + 33 + 32 + 28 + 22

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signature analysis
Science of Graphology
By Dr. Na. Maghudeeswarran

Thomas Alva Edison

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which are evident from his signature. There were controversies regarding his dealings with Mr. Nikolas Tesla
and Mr. Keppal.
Oval Strokes: Confidence, popularity
Umbrella Cutting: Pride, conceited nature
Mountain Roof Strokes: Wealth, property
Square Cutting: Very knowledgeable, ready to face struggles, creative power, fantastic memory, perseverance
Oval Stroke with Ship Board Mark: Not mercifully, miser
Needle Point Strokes: Very Sharp brain, long-term goals
Second Area Needle Point: Diligence
Finishing Full stop: No contentment.
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stellar neighbours
Stars,inthat
Stars, that shine bright the shine
night bright
sky in the night sky
Naos, the Zeta Puppis
History
Constellation Puppis was once part
(stem) of the larger Greek
constellation Argo Navis, the mythical
ship.
In Arbic astronomy, the star is known
as Suhail Hadar. The name ‘Naos’
was approved by the International
Astronomical Union’s (IAU) working
Group on Star Names (WGSN) on 21
August 2016.
Not much astrological influence is
perceived from Naos. The
constellation of Argo Navis, when
afflicted, is associated with drowning.
Constellation Puppis lies South of Canis Major.
Among its stars is one of the most luminous and
hottest stars in Southern part of galaxy, namely Naos,
the Zeta Puppis. Naos is perceived to be very hot,
because of its remarkably Blue colour, and placed
in O-type star. It is about 23 times as massive as
Sun, and has a radius 14 times greater than Sun.
This big star will only live a total of 5 million years
or so, and it is already well on its way to running out
of fuel and blowing up as a supernova.
Naos has the stellar classification O41f(n)p. The
suffix ‘f’ indicates emission lines of ionized Helium
and Nitrogen in its spectrum, while ‘n’ stands for
‘nebulous’, and refers to broadened absorption
lines, characteristic of fast-spinning stars. Naos is
an exceptionally fast spinner, with a projected
rotational velocity of over 220 Km/s. The suffix ‘p’ Right Ascension : 08h 03m 35.1S
indicates a peculiar star. Declination : –40°00’11.6"
Location & Visibility Apparent Magnitude (V) : 2.24–2.26
Naos is well South of the celestial Equator, at a Absolute Magnitude (Mv) : –6.23
declination of -40°, South and East of the lower
Distance : 1080±40 Light Year
regions of Canis Major. It is mostly not visible from
Northern Europe, Northern U.S. and Canada, but Age : 3.2 million years
easily visible to Southern stargazers. It can be found, Temperature : 40,000k
using the bright stars of Canis Major. It is the
Luminosity :813,000L
brightest star on an imaginary line drawn from Sirius,
between Wezen and Aludra. During February, Naos [Reference and Pictures Courtesy
is quite visible in the evening sky, between the https://www.star-facts.com/naos/
latitudes 40°N and 90°S.
https://cosmicpursuits.com/1621/the-bluest-star-naos/]

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live hale and healthy
Yoga for Healthy Heart
H
EART is considered to be the superior and
most important organ in humans. Heart is
located in the left side of the chest and
weighs around 325-400 grams for men and 275-
325 grams for women.
Functions of Heart
All the blood vessels, if connected in a straight line,
will run upto 60000 miles. The 5 litres of blood in
the body takes only one minute to pass through this
60000 miles i.e., throughout the body. Can you
imagine how fast does the heart pump the blood?
This is a marvel of marvels of God.
Heart-beat precedes our birth. Heart is fully formed
at the end of third month, from the formation of the
foetus. The seed of the heart, i.e., the heart-beat is
already formed in the third week from the formation
of foetus. In the foetus, the heart cells join together,
only to form two vessels of 0.25 millimeters in the
beginning. In few days, these vessels join together
to form a chamber, and starts to beat.
The heart will be of the same size and will not grow
bigger, even if the person becomes heavier. As the
body puts more weight, it requires more oxygen, but
the heart is only in the size of a clenched fist, that is
essential to supply the blood, that carries the Oxygen.
This is also a wonder of wonders.
There are four chambers in heart: Left Atrium, Left
Ventricle, Right Atrium and Right Ventricle. The Right
Atrium first receives the impure blood from different
parts of the body, and serves as a storage space for
blood. The impure blood from the Right Atrium is
sent to the Right Ventricle and then to the lungs for
purification through the Artery.
The heart expands and contracts about 100,000
times a day and 4 crore times a year. It is highly
important to protect the superior organ heart, by
practising yoga regularly, and by following strict diet.
Always focus your mind on what you eat, and do
not eat, if you don’t feel hungry.
Food
Greens, vegetables and fruits are good for heart. It
is better to avoid meat.
EXPRESS STAR TELLER  AUGUST 2023
By P.Krishnan Balaji
Be cautious
We come across children under one year, who are
affected by heart diseases in our country. Ambulance
noise increasing day-by-day, that carries people to
treat sudden heart attacks. There is no age-limit, and
even the little kids are affected. No external person
is attacking our heart, it is due to our food practice
and habits like worrying, jealousy, tension, anger,
anxiety and stress we are weakening our heart.
Steps to improve the functioning of the heart
 Eat only when you feel the appetite.
 Practise yoga asanas.
 Practise Nadi suddhi.
 Practise meditation. Meditation is the only means
to remain calm and composed. Meditation is
essential to curb tension, anger and also to reduce
stress and tension.
Let’s protect our heart to live hale and healthy.
Yoga asanas and mudras to improve the heart
function
Usattasana; Bhujangasana; Nadi Suddhi; Shunya
mudra
1. Usattasana
Kneel down on the mat. Keep the knees, one foot
apart. Bend your body and head backwards. Hold
each of the feet with your hands, and bend your
neck down. Inhale and exhale slowly in this position
for 10 to 20 seconds. Come back to the normal
position, and repeat this twice.
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live hale and healthy
Shanti Asana (strengthening of Heart) helps in circulating blood evenly throughout the
body. In addition, the prana (vital energy) is supplied to all the parts. Proper air and
blood supply lessens the anger, tension, worries etc., thereby rendering good
functioning of the whole organs.

2. Bhujangasana Sit straight on the mat. Keep the left hand in Chin
mudra (Press the tip of the Thumb finger, with
the tip of the Index finger). Close the right nostril
with the Thumb, and inhale through the Left nostril.
Close the Left nostril with the Ring finger and exhale
through the Right nostril. Now inhale in the same
(Right) nostril, and close it using the Thumb. Exhale
through the Left nostril. Now again start from Left
nostril and continue the inhale and exhale process.
Repeat this for 10 rotations. The above exercise will
Lie flat on the stomach on the mat. Lean your hands
improve the functioning of heart, lungs and blood
to the ground, close to the chest on either side. Inhale
deeply and raise the head upwards, such that the circulation.
region from hip remains on the floor. Hold the breath Shunya Mudra
upto 20 seconds. Then slowly exhale and come back
to normal position. Repeat this twice.
Benefits
 Cures asthma and sinus-related diseases.
 Heals back ache.
 Improves functioning of kidneys and heart.
 Increases lung capacity.
 Alleviates menstrual cramps and uterus-related
disorders in women, thereby rendering everlasting
youthness.
 Regularizes bowel movements.
Nadi Suddhi

Sit with an erect Spine on the mat. Bend the Middle

finger and place the tip of Middle finger at the base
of the Thumb. Now place the Thumb over the
Middle finger, and apply some pressure at the
intersecting point. All the fingers should be pointing
towards the floor. Retain the position in both hands
for about 5 minutes, in normal breathing.
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live hale and healthy
SHANTI ASANA (Strenthening of Heart)
Shanti asana should be compulsorily done after
performing all the other asanas.
Procedure
Lie down flat on your back on a mat. Keep the legs
and the hands 2 feet apart. Tilt your head slightly to
the Left hand side, with closed eyes.
Start relaxing the outer part of your muscles, right
from the big toes up to the crown of the head.
Concentrate on each part of the body and auto-
suggest that the muscles in those parts are relaxed
without any feeling of tension, stress or pressure.
Feel ease in this manner for a minute. Now relax the
outer organs of the body for a minute.
Then relax the Brain, Pituitary and Pineal glands,
Thyroid and Parathyroid glands, inner parts of your
throat, thymus gland, region around your heart, small
and large intestines, inner parts of stomach, hip, legs
and the toes. Concentrate on each of the inner organ
and relax them for 2 minutes.
Now deeply inhale and exhale for a minute, with a
feel of spreading the energetic air, across the entire
body. Postulate that your most cherished deity is
blessing you from within your heart, and focus on
the breath for 2 minutes. While concluding, slowly
turn your body to the Left and get up very slowly.
BENEFITS
 It lowers the pressure of the outer part of the
muscles and the inner organs.
 This asana provides complete relief from blood
pressure.
 It cures all the ailments relating to heart.
Generally, the normal functioning of Pancreas varies
due to worry, tension, anger etc. This is because
human brains require only 20% of the total blood
flow. Whenever anger, worry or tension attacks us,
the brain requires more blood flow. Brain will satisfy
its excess need, from sucking the blood originally
belonging to the other parts, such as heart, pancreas,
small and large intestines etc. Therefore, these
significant organs lack adequate blood flow, resulting
in diabetes, heart diseases etc.
Shanti Asana (strengthening of Heart) helps in
circulating blood evenly throughout the body. In
addition, the prana (vital energy) is supplied to all
the parts. Proper air and blood supply lessens the
anger, tension, worries etc., thereby rendering good
functioning of the whole organs.
Shanti asana
 Renders good sleep; Reduces excess body heat;
Cures nervous weakness; Bestows peace and
harmony to everyone, regardless of their age, when
properly practised with the guidance of a Yoga
Teacher.
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disease-free life

Surya Mudra for Obesity By Tapasyah Iyer

I want to make the people, be aware of the health hazards, due to over-weight and what one can do to
prevent it, and lead a healthy, disease-free life.
An analysis of National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data shows that obesity is more prevalent among
women than men. Income, age, and regional differences appear to play a weighty role too. Nearly one in 16
women and one in 25 men are obese in India. And Indians have only been growing fatter over the past 15
years, shows data published in the fifth and latest round of the NFHS.

REASON
Obesity is an increasingly common problem, because
for many people modern living involves eating
excessive amounts of cheap, high-calorie food and
spending a lot of time sitting down at desks, on sofas
or in cars.
There are also some underlying health conditions that
can occasionally contribute to weight-gain, such as
an under-active Thyroid gland (hypothyroidism),
although these type of conditions don’t usually cause
weight problems — they’re effectively controlled
with medication.
Now having all the statistics and other theoretical
information in place, let us see, what we can do in
action, to prevent/ manage this , growing issue of
concern.
Practical Aids
Eat a balanced, calorie-controlled diet, as
recommended by your General Physician or weight-
loss management health professional (such as a
dietitian).
Join a local weight-loss group.
Take up activities, such as fast walking, jogging,
swimming or tennis for 150 to 300 minutes (two-
and-a-half to five hours) a week.
Eat slowly and avoid situations, where you know
you could be tempted to overeat
Spiritual Aid
The most famous Mudra, which many of us would
have heard, these days. …The Surya Mudra.
Here’s How To Do It: Refer Picture
Spread a mat or cloth on the ground.
Sit on it in Sukhasana, Padmasana or Siddhasana.
or you can also sit on a chair in a comfortable
position.
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Make sure that your spine is straight.
Next, place your palms on your legs, facing upwards.
Now, bend the Ring finger and keep it, below,
near the base of the Thumb. The Thumb should
cover the Ring finger, as shown in the picture
above.
The other three fingers of each hand will remain
straight.
Keep your eyes closed and breathe normally.
Keep your mind focused on your breathing and
posture.
Soften or close your eyes, and breathe in a relaxed
manner with the intention of ‘healing your being’ .
You can also listen to Chants like Om / or any
Shlokas, which keeps your mind calm and peaceful.
Stay in this state for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
Then, slowly open your eyes.
Best results for any Mudra is reaped, when done
early in the morning or on a light stomach.
Benefits of Regular Practice of Surya Mudra
One of the best Mudras for managing obesity , when
done consistently,
disease-free life
Sunday is dominated by the Sun. So, doing Surya mudra on Sunday may help you honour
Lord Sun. While practising Surya mudra, you may also chant the Gayatri mantra to invite
Lord Savitur (the deity of Hasta Nakshatra) to assist you in manifesting your wishes.

 Reduces your body cholesterol.
 It increases your body immunity.
 Cures lungs related troubles and helps people
who suffer from cold often.
 The Fire element (Thumb) is connected with your
eyes. Hence this Mudra, sharpens your eyesight.
this Mudra, would heat up your body excessively.
Practice Guidelines
 A regular practice of Mudra Therapy consists of
doing it 3 times a day for 15 minutes each time, until
the symptoms are relieved.
 Practise with both hands for the best results.

 My guide (Late Dr J Jayalakshmi) says, if one
does this Mudra regularly, it can even prevent
formation of Cataract problems.
 For some people, limbs become cold and numb,
quite often. These people can be benefitted from
this Mudra.
 It regulates and balances Thyroid for those, who
have less secretion. (Hypothyroid).
 Doing the Mudra with your Meditation practice
is a wonderful addition.
Who can do this Mudra as per Palmistry ?
1) People whose Palm is categorised as ‘ Earth’
type with a ‘Full palm’ can adopt this Mudra, as
they are the ones, most prone to Weight problems
and digestive issues.
2) People whose Mount of Jupiter has defects (grills,

 Some people do not sweat at all. This Mudra

broken lines) or overdeveloped can do this. It will
keep a check on their instinct of over-eating.
will help them.
Disclaimer: If you are taking medicines for any
 It aids immensely in all digestion related issues,
of your ailments as per your physicians advice,
by activating the ‘Jadaragni’ in your abdomen.
please continue to do so. Follow the Mudra
 It solves all type of Headaches.
technique as a complementary tool, which would
NOTE : Once your problem is resolved, you can
facilitate, easy cure and recovery, God willing.
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happy birthday! Leos!

Know about the year ahead!

Know about yourself! Leos!
Leos are full of life, warm-hearted and charming. Leos have the power to
command others, and take centre-stage in any situation. Leos are creative at
heart, though they are domineering and bossy. They can shine in professions
such as teaching, Designing, Event Management, acting, politics, PR Executive
Entrepreneurship etc.
Suitable Food for Leos: Foods containing Magnesium Phosphate can (22 July--22 Aug.)
enhance their wellness. Avoid fatty, spicy foods and dairy products. Apple,
peach citrus fruits, whole grains, Rice, Potato, Carrot, Spinach, Nuts, Almonds etc suit Leos.
How will you fare in the coming year?
Gains are indicated from Agriculture and cattle. Those in service would get change of position. Many of the
things happening around you would assume a new significance. Those in show-biz would receive challenging
offers. Some would purchase landed property, new vehicle etc. Politicians’ status in the society will get
enhanced. Long distance travels and overseas interactions will be fruitful. Financial-front will get stabilized.
Singles would meet prospective soulmates amidst new surroundings. Couples will enhance mutual
understanding. Chronic ailments will subside. Combat stress with Morning-walk and meditation.
August 2023 to November 2023
The Self-employed will prosper. Businessmen would listen to the plans of their partners and expand their
projects. Professionals would win over their opponents. Opportunities for extra income would open up.
Long term investments are foreseen. Prestige will get enhanced for politicians. Do not sell or dispose off
Gold, inherited from elders. Intuition will be very strong during this period, and help you to analyze the
future. Your spouse will protect you from untoward incidents. Patients and calm attitude will bestow good
health. Spiritual pursuits will give you the necessary strength, to withstand the problems of life.
December 2023 to March 2024
Good times are ahead for artists, chemists, Hoteliers and Agriculturists. Those having performance-based
income will outshine others. Many of you will get opportunities to work on your preferred areas. Fine-tune
your communication skills and convince your clients. Your inherent talents will come to the fore, and thus
initiate new channels of income. Beware of cheaters around you. Lending support to your family will bring
harmony at home. Moving to a new residence or renovation is also possible. It is time to be cautious for
well-being of children. Stay away from bad habits. Seasonal diseases might trouble a few.
April 2023 to July 2023
Expect average results during this period. You will start planning for savings, for the rainy days. Start-ups
will grow further. People working in medical industries and Army will get Government aids and support.
Real estate will bring gains. Your family members will be co-operative. Many students will opt for vocational
courses. Your family will celebrate the birth of a child. Some will undertake foreign travels, on official
purposes. Be careful of over-indulgence in food, to control weight-gains. Litigation, if any, will come to an
end. Give up skeptical approach, and you will progress in life.

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