Auspicious days and time in November-2010

As per the Indian tradition, most of the occasions are planned according to the auspicious days and auspicious time, decided with the help of various Astrological methods. It is believed that the 'shubh divas' and 'shubh mahurat' yield fruitful results. The auspicious days and time are taken into consideration for all important tasks as well, like for starting a new business venture, for meetings, discussions, beginning new projects, engagement, marriage proposal, match-making, matrimony websites and agencies registration, travel, shopping for expensive goods or jewellery and myriad others. The days and time are selected based on Vedic Astrology with special emphasis given to shubh nakshatra, shubh tithi, shubh lagna, shubh hora and positive planetary positions.

The auspicious days and time in November-2010 are as follows:

3^rd November 2010, Wednesday 5.30 am to 7 am, 9.30 am to 11.15 am, 2 pm to 3 pm

However, the day is less favourable for Aquarius (Kumbh) due to Chandrastama.

4^th November 2010, Thursday 5.15 am to 6 am, 9.30 am to 11 am

But, the day is less supportive for the sun-sign Aquarius (Kumbh) due to Chandrastama.

5^th November 2010, Friday 5.15 am to 6.45 am, 9.15 am to 10.20 am, 1.30 pm to 3 pm, 6.45 pm to 9 pm

8^th November 2010, Monday 5 am to 6.30 am, 9.15 am to 10.15 am, 6.40 pm to 8.45 pm

Although, the day may not prove favourable for Aries (Mesh Rashi).

12^th November 2010, Friday (till noon) 5 am to 6.15 am, 8.45 am to 10.30 am

Yet, the day may not support the sun sign Gemini (Mithun Rashi).

18^th November 2010, Thursday 8.30 am to 10.15 am, 6 pm to 7 pm, 8.45 pm to 9.30 pm

The day is less favourable for the Leos (Sinh Rashi).

19^th November 2010, Friday 8.20 am to 9 am, 12.35 pm to 2 pm, 6 pm to 9 pm

Sun sign Virgo (Kanya Rashi) may not find the day in their favour, though.

24^th November 2010, Wednesday 5.45 pm to 9 pm

Although, the day is less favourable for Scorpio (Vrischik Rashi).

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Career Astrology: Your weapon for success

A good career is the most important part of life today, as no one can survive without a good career in today's world. Having a good, successful, high-profile career is becoming increasingly vital now, more than ever before. But it is also becoming equally difficult to choose the right career. This is where Career Astrology comes into picture. A learned astrologer can draw a career horoscope on the basis of the native's birth data, and analyse what career will suit him the best.

Career astrology predicts the professional life of the native and answers the following questions about his career:

1 What is the suitable profession- job or business?

2 Which industry will be suitable for job/business?

3 What sort of a role will suit the native in a job?

4.When will the native get a good job?

5 How will his relations with his bosses be?

6.Will the authorities support the native?

7 When is he likely to get a promotion?

8 Is the current time suitable for a job change?

9 How is the current period for career?

10 What is the remedy or gemstone, if required?

It is the 10^th House in which we can find our primary career goals. Hence, the 10^th House is also described as outlining one's fame, reputation, honour and highest achievements. It is also described as the boss -- either your attitude towards the authority of others, or you as the authority. When you think of the 10^th House, think of institutional traditions that have withstood the test of time. Government and political aims naturally fall into the domain of the 10^th House.

According to Vedic Astrology, Sun is the Raja (King) of the stars. Name, fame, power or authority, management, municipal corporations, civil engineering, medicine, chemicals, architectural work, and work related to metals are a few professions related to this planet.

Moon on the other hand is the Raani (Queen) of the stars. Moon is the ruler of the mind, and gives reasoning power to the native. Administration, politics, agriculture, travel, telecom, trade in items of water, dairy farms, water works, textiles, naval work, psychiatry, medicine are a few professions related to the Moon.

Mars, according to Vedic Astrology is the Senapati (Army chief) of the stars. Mars is the ruler of stamina and ability. Army, police, information technology, mechanical, electrical and industrial engineering, trades in metals, geological institutions, railways, labour forces, surgery departments, trades in weapons, cooking are few professions related to Mars.

According to Vedic Astrology, Mercury is the Yuvraj (Prince) of the stars. Mercury is the ruler of intelligence, analytical decision and approach, banking, finance, business process outsourcing (BPO), stock market, education department, literature, book-keeping, writing, audit or accounts, oratory, ambassadorial work, astrology, engineering, crafts, etc. are a few professions related to Mercury.

Jupiter on the other hand is the Guru (Teacher or Minister) of the stars. Jupiter is the ruler of education and marriage. Education, teaching, treasury, banking, publication, content writing, law and justice, postal department, courts, temples, revenue department, advisory councils, advertisements, etc. are few professions related to Jupiter.

According to Vedic Astrology, Venus is the star of wealth. Venus is the ruler of luxury, art and love. Manufacturing or trading of cosmetics or other ornamental items, music or cultural organisers, customs, imports or exports, gems, trade in gold, foreign representatives, drama, cinema, etc. are few professions related to Venus.

Saturn is the Lord of justice. It signifies studies related to tradition, philosophy and spiritualism. It rules over all types of fuel and their extraction, excretory system and all works related to drainage, plumbing, etc. It is a signifier of labour, artisan, works, factory, refrigeration, low cadre work or services, physical and hard work of all kinds, glass or tile factories, metaphysics, philosophy, gardening, lead astronomy, agriculture, footwear, etc.

Rahu indicates research studies, big machines, their manufacturers or trade, leather goods nuclear set-ups, knowledge of import, and poisonous drugs. It has a special tang for foreign products.

Ketu indicates computers, exports, mathematics, statistics, high accuracy small machines, spiritualism, terrorism and trading of animals or their body parts.

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Favourable and unfavourable days in September

The favourable and unfavourable days of a particular month for a specific Rashi or moon sign are obtained after studying the positions and movements of 'Grahas', keeping in mind the tenets of of traditional Vedic Astrology.

The list of favourable and unfavourable days given henceforth will help you maximise your gains and minimize losses, if any in the month of September. It will also act as a guide for you, if you wish to pick and choose any day or days for some vital, important work.

The dates, which have not been mentioned below should be considered as 'neutral dates'. They can bear mixed results, and a lot will depend on a person's circumstances and personl chart on such a day.

The unfavourable days include the 'Chandrastama' days or obstacle days of each Rashi. As far as possible, try to avoid undertaking or initiating any important work should on these days.

Listed below are the favourable and unfavourable days in September 2010 for the 12 Moon Signs (Rashis). Plan your work, travel, shopping, relationship & romance accordingly.

Aries (Mesh Rashi)
Favourable Days: 3, 4, 9 to 12, 18 to 20, 22, 25 to 27, 29, 30
Unfavourable Days: 7, 13 (from evening) to 15

Taurus (Vrishabh Rashi)
Favourable Days: 1, 2, 5, 6, 11 to 15, 21, 22, 24, 25, 28, 29
Unfavourable Days: 9, 16, 17, 23, 30

Gemini (Mithun Rashi)
Favourable Days: 2, 7 to 9, 13 to 15, 22 to 27
Unfavourable Days: 3, 4, 16 to 19, 30

Cancer (Karka Rashi)
Favourable Days: 1, 5, 6, 10, 11, 16 to 20 (till evening), 25 to 29
Unfavourable Days: 9, 20(from evening) to 23, 30

Leo (Simha Rashi)
Favourable Days: 1 to 4, 9, 11, 13, 16, 20 to 22, 28 to 30
Unfavourable Days: 5, 7, 8, 23 to 25

Virgo (Kanya Rashi)
Favourable Days: 3 to 6, 12 to 15, 17, 20 to 22, 29
Unfavourable Days: 9, 10, 11 (till noon), 19, 23 to 27

Libra (Tula Rashi)Favourable Days: 5, 6, 8, 10, 14 to 17, 22 to 27
Unfavourable Days: 1, 2, 7, 11 to 13, 28, 29

Scorpio (Vrischik Rashi)
Favourable Days: 1, 2, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 18 to 20, 25 to 29
Unfavourable Days: 3, 4, 9, 16, 17, 22, 30

Sagittarius (Dhanu Rashi)
Favourable Days: 8, 10 to 13, 19 to 22, 26 to 29
Unfavourable Days: 3 to 6, 9, 16, 17, 30

Capricorn (Makar Rashi)
Favourable Days: 2 to 4, 6, 11, 13 to 15, 18 to 21, 23 to 25, 30
Unfavourable Days: 5, 7, 8, 12, 17

Aquarius (Kumbh Rashi)
Favourable Days: 5 to 8, 12 to 15, 20 to 22, 25 to 27
Unfavourable Days: 4, 9, 10, 11(till noon), 13, 23 30

Pisces (Meena Rashi)
Favourable Days: 1 to 3, 7, 8, 15 to 20, 27, 29
Unfavourable Days: 9 to 13, 23 to 26

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Ganesha's tips for a happy and prosperous life

Ganesha gives a few tips for a happy and prosperous domestic life:

(a) On your or your wife's birthday and on your wedding anniversary, mix some raw milk with water in your bathing tub. It will dissolve all kinds of differences between husband and wife.

(b) If one feels that warmth is diminishing in marital life then both husband and wife should try to go for an outing during rain. It will solve the problem.

(c) If a lady feels that her husband is having an extra-marital affair then early in the morning when she comes face to face with her husband, she should touch her forehead with her middle finger and recite her husband's name silently.

(d) If you feel that expenses are increasing uncontrollably then just throw a few sweet biscuits for birds on your roof.

(e) If you are disturbed by nightmares, keep some iron plate or knife below your bed sheet.

(f) Never live in a house facing south. But if you do have a south-facing house, undertake the following remedies:

(1) Fix copper nails on the south gate.

(2) Feed sabut moong to a goat frequently.

(3) If possible, donate a goat to a person who needs its milk.

Gau-grass

Gau-grass can be defined as giving a portion of your daily food to a cow, crow or a dog. A cow is a karaka of Venus, which as we all know represents wealth and wife according to Vedic Astrology. Venus is the Lord of the 2^nd House (wealth) and the 7^th House (wife), according to Lal Kitab Kundli. So giving a part of your meal to a cow will appease Venus.

Secondly, crow is a karaka of Saturn, which according to Kal Purush Kundli is the owner of the 10^th House (profession) and 11^th House (gains). Feeding crows appeases Saturn.

Third and not the least, a dog represents Ketu. Ketu is also the karaka of son or progeny. Feeding street dogs ensures the well-being of children and progeny.

Note: If a couple is not able to conceive then the best remedy for them is to feed street dogs on Sunday mornings, before sunrise. It will appease Lord Ketu.

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Lal Kitab guidelines for donating or gifting things associated with planets

It is a general rule that if a planet is exalted or well placed in the horoscope, the Karak objects of those planets should not be donated or gifted. On the other hand, accepting gifts of these planets is considered auspicious. If the planet is debilitated or badly placed in the horoscope then the Karak objects of such planets can be gifted or donated, but should not be accepted as gifts or as donations. Ganesha provides the details:

SUN

Sun gets exalted in the 1st House, therefore one should not gift or donate wheat, copper or jaggery. Sun gets debilitated in the 7th House and gets weak in the 8th House. Gifting or donating things associated with Sun will prove fruitful. One thing which should be kept in mind is that donating the Karak objects of Sun should not be done during morning or evening time. This would weaken the Sun. One should donate at mid-day when the Sun is strong.

MOON

If Moon gets exalted in: 2nd House- one should not gift silver, milk or rice etc. 4th House- same as for Moon in the 2nd House. 6th House- arranging free distribution of water or milk will be inauspicious. Moon gets debilitated in the 8th House. So things associated with Moon can be donated but should not be accepted as gifts.

MERCURY

Mercury gets exalted in the 6th House. So one should not gift things associated with Mercury like flowers, things made of glass, musical instrument etc. Mercury gets debilitated in the 12th House. So gifting the above items will always be fruitful.

JUPITER

4TH House: Should not donate or gift books, gold etc. This could result in problems in education. 7th House: One should not gift new clothes to any sadhu or saint. 10th House: When Jupiter is placed in the 10th House and Moon aspects Jupiter from the 4th House then a person should not donate for the construction of any religious place. By doing so he might get involved in false allegations.

VENUS

Venus gets debilitated in the 6th House. One can gift clothes, cosmetic items, perfumes etc. 12th House: Venus gets exalted in the 12th House, therefore none of the above items should be gifted.

SATURN

Saturn gets debilitated in the 1st House so gifting liquor, things made of leather, donating cement etc. for any religious place would be auspicious. Drinking free liquor will have an adverse effect. 8th House: If a person constructs a Dharamshala for free stay for travelers, it might make him homeless.

RAHU

Rahu is considered inauspicious in the 1st 2nd 5th 7th and 9th Houses. Therefore one should not accept any gift of electrical equipments, ivory or lead.

KETU

Ketu is considered inauspicious in 3rd 6th and 8th Houses. Therefore one should not accept anything like banana or dogs as pets. They can be gifted though.

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Raksha Bandhan: A promise to protect from all evils

Usually, it is men who are considered more powerful, strong, sturdy and muscular then women. However, during Raksha Bandhan, it is women who take the initiative to protect their brothers from all the evils and adversaries in life. The bond of protection Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival, which invigorates the brother-sister emotions.

The full moon day in the month of Shravan is observed as Raksha Bandhan. On this day, the sisters tie a sacred thread or raksha sutra on the wrists of their beloved brothers in order to protect them from all dangers. In fact, it is the day when brother and sister express their deep love and affection for each other. Similarly, the priests too do the same to their religious clients (yajman) and the subjects tie the 'raksha sutra' on the wrists of the kings all with a view to protecting them from all the evils.

It is believed that the custom started after an incident mentioned in the Mahabharata. Once Shri Krishna sustained injury on his wrist by a sharp weapon. At that time, Draupdi tore the loose end of her sari and tied that around Shri Krishna’s wrist without even giving a second thought. Shri Krishna accepted it as 'raksha sutra' and when Draupdi was in process of being stripped off her clothes by Duhsashan in the darbar of Duryodhan, Sri Krishna protected her from extreme disgrace by supplying her an endless sari.

During the Mughal period, Rani Karnavati, the mother of Maharana Vikramaditya of Mewar, sent a Rakhi to emperor Humayun in order to get his help and protection from the impending attack on Mewar by the rulers of Malwa and Gujarat. Humayun responded readily and defeated the rulers of Malwa and Gujarat, protecting the safety and security of Mewar.

There is another instance of significance of Rakhi during the reign of Jahangir. In Rajasthan, there was a continual hostility between two principalities. Taking advantage of this disunity between them, the Mughal army started military expedition against one of them and the other king was also preparing to help the Mughals by mobilizing his army. At this, the first king sent Rakhi to the other king who was going to help the Mughals. It was then that this king attacked the Mughal army instead and the two united armies defeated the Mughals and remained united for ever.

Puranas too depict few instances of Raksha Bandhan. Once there was a war between the Gods and the demons, which continued for 12 years in which the demons captured the kingdom of heaven. The defeated Gods roamed hither and thither like beggars and passed a precarious life. Indra, the king of Gods went to Brihaspati, the preceptor of God. He narrated how he and other Gods were neither safe nor was there any way of coming out of here. Under these circumstances, there was no other alternative than wage war against the demons who had repeatedly defeated him. Please advise some way-out. This conservation was being heard by Goddess Indrani. She said: Please do not get scared. I will do whatever is necessary to get rid of this danger. This day was the Shravan Purnima. Early in the dawn Saehi Devi took one sacred thread and after the Brahmins uttered the holy invocation, she took it and tied around the right wrist of Indra and told him to engage in war against the demons. As the sacred thread was purified by the holy mantra, it became powerful and protected the Gods against all evils and this vanquished the demons. The holy mantra reads thus:

Yena Baddho Balee Raajaa

Daanabendra Mahaavala;

Tenatwaamabhibadhnaami

Rakshe Maachala-Maachalah.

This is the Vedic form of the Raksha Bandhan mantra. Since time immemorial, this mantra is being chanted by the Brahmins when they tie Rakhis around the wrists of the people. The same mantra is chanted by the brothers and sisters to protect the life and take responsibility of each other. On this day, the Brahmins are offered money and new clothes, and brothers present their sisters who tie them a Rakhi with money. This is the day of pure and innocent love between siblings. Check the sibling compatibility now!

Every house is cleaned two days before the Purnima and the hearth and fireplaces are besmeared. Sumptuous food and tasty sweets are prepared. Pooja is performed for Lord Hanuman and forefathers, as they are offered flowers, incense sticks, rice, fruits, coconuts and sweets.

In Bengal, the Jhulan Utsav starts five days prior to Purnima day and culminates on the day of Purnima. The idols of Krishna and Radha are placed in a swing and the women sing songs on the love-plays of Radha and Krishna. In the houses of the rich, the classical musical programmes are held for these six days and Krishna and Radha are worshipped.

It is believed that the Shivlinga or the phallus form of Lord Shiva at the Amarnath cave of ice accomplishes its full form by nature's process. A pair of white pigeons are seen from time immemorial. Legend has it that when Lord Shiva was narrating the story of immortality to Devi Parvati, she could not listen to the complete story as she fell asleep while the pair of white pigeons heard the full story. It is said that since that time pigeons have become immortal and appear before the holy devotees of Lord Amarnath on the day of Shravan Purnima i.e. Raksha Bandhan day. On this occasion, saints and other holy men offer holy sticks to Lord Amarnath after they wore worshiped with religious rites and rituals at Sri Nagar and carried to the cave of Amarnath.

Raksha Bandhan falls on 7th of August this year 2017. It is important to note that Bhadra is till 11:04 hrs. on Monday morning. Purnima will remain till 23:40 hours. Auspicious time for celebrating Rakhi is after 11:04 IST.

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Interested in communication studies? Check if your birth chart approves of it

They say, 'pen is mightier than the sword'. If you feel that it's the right time to grab the mightier weapon, go for it NOW! But does your birth chart allow you? Take the reality check given below.

The 3^rd House of the horoscope represents efforts made by a native to achieve goals in life, communication skills, talent, hobbies, extra curricular activities and quick writing ability. This House also indicates short journeys, siblings, servants, subordinates, friends, neighbours, right ear, shoulder and arm. Talents such as sports, games, acting, singing, modelling, fashion designing, dancing and painting can also be judged by the strong 3^rd House of a native's horoscope.

Gemini is the sign whose Lord Mercury is the significant of writing and communication that governs the 3^rd House in the natural zodiac. Mercury is the planet that gives a person communicating skills. The 3^rd House of the horoscope governs all forms of communication (through writing, speaking, mailing, self-expression and speech). People those who want to opt for a career in field of writing and editing (stories, scripts, resume, reports and news) must have a good 3^rd House means placement of benefic planets would enhance the chances of growth in a field related to communication and writing. If the 3^rd House receives the aspect of benefic planets like Jupiter, Mercury, Venus and Moon, one becomes a good writer and communicates impressively in public.

The dasha (period) of the Lord of the 3^rd House reveals hidden talents of the native, therefore during this period one becomes introvert and shows his talents through hobbies, correspondence, writings, sports, dance, music and drama. In today's scenario, one can predict modelling, fashion designing, beauty salons from the native's 3^rd House. This 3^rd House of astrological chart explores the communicating strength of a person and his relationship in the community, friend circle, co-workers and neighbours. 3rd House of astrological charts informs us about the relationship of the native with his younger brother. Other points decided by the 3^rd House of the astrological charts are mental inclination, ability to communicate, memory, intellect, inclination to study, courage, firmness, acting, younger brothers and sisters, cousins, neighbours, short travels, signing contracts and agreements.

Here are some of the astrological combinations of a profession related to Journalism, Communication, Correspondence, Writing and all the hobbies and talents:

1. If the 3^rd Lord is well placed in the 10^th House and the 10^th Lord is placed in the 3^rd House.
2. If the 3rd Lord receives the aspect of the 10^th Lord.
3. The 10^th Lord of profession placed in the 9^th House.
4. If the 3^rd and 10^th Lord cover 3/9 axis, means 3^rd and 10^th Lord placed either conjunct or aspect each other in 3^rd or 9^th House, then the person definitely goes for a profession related to communication, this also represents a profession in railways, airlines or a job related to lots of travel.
5. If the 3^rd Lord receives the aspect of Venus, one becomes an actor, model, fashion designer, and chooses a field that has glamour.
6. If the 3^rd House receives the aspect of Jupiter one becomes a teacher, religious priest, in today?s world (a person who gives lectures based on religion like Katha Vachak, devotional, Santsang people etc.).
7. Sun in the 3^rd House makes a person hard working, therefore one goes for a royal profession like economics, agriculture and medicine. Sun in the 10^th House gives authority and Government Service.
8. Moon in the 3^rd House represents fine arts, music and poetry.
9. Mars in the 3^rd House is good for hard work like surgery, marketing, army and wars.
10. And finally, Mercury in the 3^rd House brings Journalism and Mass Communication as a profession. One becomes master and gets success in the field of story writing, editing, communicating and all the fields related to communication.

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Using 'Vimshottari Mahadasha' for predictions

The total period of the Vimshottari Mahadasha is 120 years. The name Vimshottari is self-explanatory. It is Vees (20) after Shattari (100) according to a rustic saying. An uneducated villager who would not know how to count will count 120 as 20+100. Hence the name-Vimshottari.

The period for each Mahadasha Swami is given below:

Dasha swami	Nakshatra	Period in years.
Ketu	Ashwini, Magha, Moola	7
Shukra	Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purvashadha	20
Ravi	Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttarashadha	6
Chandra	Rohini, Hasta, Shravan	10
Mangal	Mrugshirsh, Chitra, Dhanishtha	7
Rahu	Ardra, Swati, Shattaraka	18
Guru	Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purvabhadrapada	16
Shani	Pushya, Anuradha, Uttarabhadrapada	19
Budh	Ashlesha, Jyeshtha, Revati	17
------		120

These Mahadashas are widely used all over the world. Although some astrologers may use a different Ayanamsha or method, they also follow this one. Some astrologers use Lahiri, Yukteshwar, Raman, Bhasin, Fagan, Krishnamurti ayanamsha or a Sayana method, but for predicting, the the most popular method is the 'Vimshottari Mahadasha' method.

One has to know which Bhav will give a much better result. The capacity of Bhavesh in giving the positive results is given below in a descending order:

Lord of 9th House
Lord of 5th House
Lord of 10th House
Lord of 7th House
Lord of 4th House
Lord of 1st House
Lord of 12th House (this will give a neutral result)
Lord of 2nd House
Lord of 8th House
Lord of 3rd House
Lord of 6th House
Lord of 11th House

Thus the Lord of the 9th House will give the most positive results, and the Lord of the 11th House will give minimum positive results.

Further, even if the Lord of 10th, 7th, 4th and 1st House is a malefic planet, it will give a positive result, and that if it is a benefic planet, it will give a negative result.

Shubh Grahas (in descending order): Shukra, Guru, Shubh Budh, Shubh Chandra.

Ashubh Grahas (in ascending order): Ashubh Budh, Ashubh Chandra, Ravi, Shani, Mangal.

Rahu and Ketu: They are malefic planets, but they do not have a Lordship of any House, and hence the above rule is not applicable. But, it is observed that Rahu may misguide a native leading to some losses. Whereas, Ketu gives no such result.

Uranus, Neptune and Pluto: They do not have a Lordship, but they do bear some results in their Nakshatra swami dasha as per their relations with the Nakshatra swami.

It is observed that sometimes a native may feel that he/she has something major missing in his/ her life. This may indicate the absence of proper dasha in his/her entire lifetime, which will invariably lead to unhappiness.

This may be true to some extent.

Generally, a natal chart is likely to have 4 distinct positive dashas -

(1) Chandra or Budh in childhood.
(2) Mangal, Shukra or Rahu during young age.
(3) Ravi or Guru in middle age.
(4) Shani or Ketu in older age.

If, this does not happen, the native is likely to face depression, unhappiness frustration and other similar situations in life.

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Nag Panchami - protects you from venomous elements for 7 generations

In the land of snake-charmers - India, Nag Panchami is a festival, which is observed in major parts of the country. Celebrated on 'Panchami' or the fifth lunar day of the bright fortnight in the holy month of Shravan, this festival celebrates the worshiping of serpents or 'Naag' with white lotuses. People make snakes out of clay, giving them different forms and colours. These serpent models are placed on a dais and offered milk. In some parts of Maharashtra and Karnataka, there are permanent temples of Serpent-Gods and a special pooja is performed with pomp and grandeur. There is a special importance of snake-charmers too on this day, as they are offered milk and money. Digging of earth is strictly forbidden on this day. In West Bengal, the Hindus worship 'Devi Manasha' with 'Ashta Naag', the Snake-Goddess on this tithi.

Naag Panchami Vrat or fast is observed on the Panchami of bright half of the month of Shravan. According to Garuda Puran, paintings of 'Naag' should be drawn on either side of the entrance (of the home) and worshipped. This is also known as 'Bhitti Chitre Naag Puja'. Women offer food, laddoos and kheer (typical dish made with the mixture of rice, milk and sugar) to Brahmins. Similar food is also offered to snakes and snake charmers.

There are many stories behind the observance of Naag Panchami. The story mentioned below may interest you!

Once upon a time there lived a peasant who had two sons and one daughter. One day, while the peasant was ploughing the field, the plough ran over three baby snakes, eventually killing them. On seeing the death of her sons, the mother serpent lamented her sons' death and decided to take revenge on the peasant. In the middle of the night, when the peasant and his family were asleep, the mother-serpent entered their house and bit the peasant, his wife and two sons. As a result, all of them died except the daughter. Next morning mother-serpent again entered the house to kill the peasant's daughter. She was very intelligent and hence, to propitiate the mother-snake offered her a bowlful of milk, and with folded hands requested her to forgive her father for the death of her beloved sons. She welcomed the serpent and asked it to forgive her parents. Mother serpent was very pleased by this gesture and brought back to life the peasant, his wife and two sons whom she bit the previous night. Also, mother serpent gave blessings with a promise that on Shravan Shukla Panchami, the women who will worship a snake shall be protected for seven generations.

That was the day of Nag Panchami, and since then snakes are worshipped to avoid snake bites. This year, Nag Panchami falls on 12th August, 2017 (Saturday). This tithi is also celebrated as 'Kalki Jayanti'. On this special day, people influenced by Kaal Sarpa Dosha of Rahu and Ketu should also worship 'Ashta Naag' with 'Sarpa Sutra' and 'Naag Gayatri' to get rid of ill effects of this Dosha.

Naag Gayatri Mantra:

Om Navkullaya Vidmahe

Vishdantaaye Dhimahee

Tanno Sarpah Prachodayat.

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The effects of SATURN & remedies to nullify them

According to the Astrological thesis, Saturn is described as a serpent, whose head or mouth is Rahu, and Ketu is its tail. If Rahu is posited in earlier Houses than Saturn, the latter becomes a great benefic for the native. However, if the position is otherwise, Saturn throws poisonous or negative results on the native. Further, Saturn never gives malefic effects, if posited in the Houses 2nd, 5th, 9th, or 12th of Jupiter; whereas Jupiter provides bad results if posited in the Houses of Saturn.

Saturn is considered good if placed in the 2nd ,3rd and 7th to 12th House, while the Houses 1, 4, 5, and 6 are bad for Saturn. Sun, Moon and Mars are its enemies; Venus, Mercury and Rahu are friends, and Jupiter and Ketu are neutral to it. Saturn gets exalted in the 7th House and the 1st House is the House of its debilitation. Venus and Jupiter placed together act like Saturn in that House. Similarly, Mars and Mercury placed in a single House act like Saturn in that House. In the former case, Saturn behaves like Ketu, while in the latter case it behaves like Rahu.

Venus gets destroyed if Saturn is being aspected by the Sun in any horoscope. The aspect of Venus on Saturn causes loss of wealth, but the aspect of Saturn on Venus proves highly beneficial. Collision of Saturn and Moon leads to surgery of the native's eyes. Saturn gives good results, if posited in the House earlier than the Sun.

Saturn can never give malefic results, if posited with the Sun or Jupiter in a single House, but highly adverse results would follow, if posited with Moon or Mars in any House. When saturn is in between Rahu and Ketu in previous House, it will not give bad results.

If Saturn is posited in 1st House, then Saturn releases its poisonous or negative results...

(1) On the sign of the Sun and Mars.

(2) On Mars, only if posited in the 3rd House,

(3) On Moon, if posited in the 4th House,

(4) On Sun, if posited in the 5th House,

On Mars, if posited in the 8th House. Saturn in the 3rd House deprives the native of accumulation of wealth. It may also kill the children of the native when posited in the 5th House and when the 10th House is empty. It becomes highly benefic in the 12th House, if friendly planets are posited in the 2nd House. Saturn provides very good results, if placed in the Houses 1st to 7th on the condition that the 10th House is empty. Saturn in the 1st House and the Sun in the 7th, 10th or 11th Houses causes all sorts of troubles for native's wife. Combination of Mars and Saturn gives adverse results all through.

Remedies for the adverse effects of Saturn in all the Houses as per Red Book / Lal Kitab:

1st House:-

(a) Abstinence from consuming alcohol and non vegetarian food.

(b) Burying surma in the ground will be beneficial for promotion at work.

(c) Feeding monkey will lead to prosperity.

(d)Offering sweet milk to the roots of a banyan tree will give good results in education and health.

2nd House:-

(a) Going barefoot to temple for forty-three days.

(b) Putting a tilak of curd or milk on the forehead

(c) Offering milk to snake.

3rd House:-

(a) Feeding three dogs.

(b) Donating medicines for eyes or distributing free medications for eyes. 

(c) Keeping a dark room in the house may prove beneficial.

4th House:-

(a) Offering milk to snake and offering milk or rice to crow or buffalo.

(b) Pouring milk in the well.

(c) Pouring rum in running water.

5th House:-

(a) Distributing salty things while celebrating son's birthday.

(b) Offering almonds in the temple and keeping half of it in the house.

6th House:-

(a) Offering food to a black dog.

(b) Putting coconut and almonds in flowing water.

(c) Feeding snakes will prove advantageous for the welfare of children.

7th House:-

(a) Bury a flute filled with sugar in a deserted place.

(b) Feeding a black cow.

8th House:-

(a) Keeping a square piece of silver.

(b) Putting milk in bathing water; sitting on a stone or wooden plank while taking bath.

9th House:-

(a) Putting rice or almonds in flowing water.

(b) Donating gold and kesar for work associated with Jupiter, and donating silver and clothes for work associated with Moon; all these for good results.

10th House:-

(a) Going to temple.

(b) Abstinence from meat, wine and eggs.

(c) Offering food to ten visually-impaired people.

11th House:-

(a) Before going for an important work, place a vessel filled with water on the ground and pour few drops of oil or wine for forty-three days.

(b) Abstinence from consuming alcohol; try maintaining good moral character.

12th House:-

(a) Trying twelve almonds in a black cloth and placing it in an iron pot and keeping it in a dark room will give good results.

Check the effects of saturn transit 2017 for 12 zodiac based on moon signs.

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An insight on 'Haryali Teej'

The third lunar day of the bright fortnight in the month of Sravan is celebrated as Haryali Teej by married women. It is a time of full-fledged rainy season when the earth is covered by lush green trees and grass and the atmosphere is very beautiful. And that is why it is called Haryali Teej. This Vrata should be observed by unmarried girls for getting a suitable and attractive husband. Married woman observe this for everlasting conjugal life. While observing this fast many women do not eat any solid food. Religious minded women do not even drink water. In the morning, after taking a bath, worship Lord Ganesha and Uma Maheswar, chant bhajans throughout the day, and listen to Haritalika Vrata Katha. In the eastern part of our country this day is celebrated as Kajjali Teej.

Legend has it that on this day in ancient times, love-sick Devi Parvati, suffering from acute pangs of separation from her beloved husband Lord Shiva, observed this Vrata and thus united with Lord Shiva. So married women, in order to win the love of their husbands for a happy conjugal life, observe this day with solemnity.

The beauty of nature outside brings joy and pleasure to the minds of the people - men and women alike. Peasants sing the Malhar in fields and ladies sing playfully in every house, especially in Bihar, UP and Rajasthan. They worship Devi Parvati and wear coloured scarfs or sarees called 'lahariya'. The women take out a colourful procession with an idol of goddess Parvati in their hands. Married women should not go to their father's house in the first Sravan month after their marriage. Instead, different types of tasty foods are prepared in their father's houses and sent to their daughter's house. The ladies decorate their hands and palms with 'mehendi' and paint their feet with lac-dye (alta). On this day the wives should religiously follow these three things:

(a) avoid deceit, chicanery or hypocrisy with their husbands;

(b) shun falsehood and bad behaviour; and

(c) never indulge in scandal-mongering and backbiting.

On this occasion a special dance programme named Ghumar is staged. It is believed that the custom of wrestling in Rajasthan started on this day during the Pathan period in India. The Haryali Teej falls on 26th of July this year 2017.

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Academic Orientation of Zodiac Signs in August

Aries: (March 21 - April 20)

The conjunction between Mars and Venus this month is likely to make you swing between extremes - no wonder then that you may sometimes be happy, jovial and in high spirits, and at other times may feel down in dumps - gloomy and sulking. Yet, there is a high possibility that you will be able to move ahead on the path of your dreams for higher education. Joining new courses in the field of Mathematics, Management and Social Sciences is also quite likely. This is also a favourable time to work upon your professional skills and overall efficiency. Also, try to make the best use of your hobbies, talents, creativity and communication skills. You may also join a new sport, take up a new hobby like Yoga or gymming or else simply try your hand at some social activity. All this will bring in good gains and will enhance the quality of your life.

Taurus: (April 21 - May 21)

You will be fun loving, energetic, and willing to explore new ideas now. The streak gets enhanced because of the Venus-Saturn conjunction that occurs this month. This is a particularly favourable time to participate in games, competitive and sporting activities and anything sporty in general. You will be able to learn technical subjects like hardware, computer software and science with dexterity under the conjunct's influence. The educational program you join now shall amply help you in laying the foundation of a great career and a progressive future. You may also endeavour to regroup your energy, thoughts and focus, and may try to bring the basics in perspective by doing this. This will be hugely helpful to you in securing success and achievement. Just remember to adopt a softer and calmer approach that will come handy in maintaining your peace of mind and harmonious relations.

Gemini: (May 22 - June 21)

Mercury trines with Rahu during this month. This is the best time for you to pursue fine arts, mathematics, mass communication, acting and related fields as this looks set to be a creative and analytical time for Gemini natives. You will also be able to inspire others with your extraordinary prowess and creations. You possess the ability to give a new approach to communications, and projects and assignments benefit from your astuteness and knowledge in myriad areas. You will also be able to manage and communicate dextrously with moody and angry people. You sensitive approach and gentle manner under such circumstances will amaze others. Avoid rash driving, and handle family matters politely. Remember that you will be most successful doing tasks that involve cooperation and team harmony this month.

Cancer: (June 22 - July 22)

Mars receives the aspect of Jupiter this month, making the handling of conversations, seminars and meetings easy. You will come out with flying colours in the subjects you have taken up for studying. If you have been thinking of further studies, especially in Mathematics, Statistics, Communication, now is the right time. The time is favourable and you will make the most of it. You will make best use of your talents, gain experience and would successfully implement your creative ideas in your work. New acquaintances, associations and beginnings are in the offing. Opportunities come knocking at your door, not just on the professional front but there will be some that will help you improve your relations with the people around you.

Leo: (July 23 - August 23)

Sun will be in sextile with Mars during this month. This makes you more peace-loving than usual. Also, it may make you slightly detached on the personal level during the first half of the month. You shall be successful in combining your inner and outer strengths to achieve success on the academic front. It would be essential for you to be very attentive in your regular classes as there are chances that you may not have the time for studying at home due to some or the other reasons. For the Lion involved in higher education, Research, Philosophy and Occult sciences, this will be a favourable month. You would successfully regroup your energy and thoughts and focus on education from the middle of the month.

Virgo: (August 24 - September 22)

Mercury will be in sextile with Ketu this month. These planetary positions shall make you more responsible, managerial, ambitious, and willing to concentrate on your studies. You might spend a lot of time in long conversations, short frequent trips, meeting friends and loved ones. Attending regular classes will prove beneficial, particularly for the students of the Technical line, Social sciences, Management and Statistics. You are fully aware of how the people around you should be tackled and you are frank, outspoken and can be outrageous or undiplomatic on occasions this month. A favourable time to take charge of activities related to seminars, presentations, organizing events and programmes.

Libra: (September 23 - October 23)

The conjunction between Venus and Saturn this month is favourable to learn arts, medical sciences and technical subjects. Friendship, cooperation and synergy will be all yours and you will spend more time on phone calls, emails, short but frequent trips, and communicating with friends this month. Students eyeing higher studies may have to go far from their home as they may get admission at a far away place. Your ability to concentrate and focus helps you achieve whatever you set your eyes on. The project or assignment you take up in this month has a good chance of being successful. You may feel restless at times; healthy food, yoga and meditation are recommended for you by Ganesha.

Scorpio: (October 24 - November 22)

Mars receives the good aspect of Jupiter this month. You will be independent, creative, innovative, ambitious, determined and self-assured. Higher studies are calling and there is no reason for you to say no. Your concentration level is at its best and you shall grasp everything taught in your class this month. You suddenly develop a liking for studies. As you are likely to reconsider a subject you have taken, Ganesha advises you to trust your feelings and intuition while making major decisions. With chances of your words being misunderstood, Ganesha advises you to be careful while expressing your feelings and emotions as you are likely to be misunderstood.

Sagittarius: (November 23 - December 21)

With Jupiter aspecting Mars during this month, the time becomes favorable for higher learning and joining new courses to improve your professional prospects. Subjects such as Technology, Finance and Management related subjects are likely to attract you. You will get a chance to attend seminars, lectures, meetings and social events and you will willingly do so. You intuition is something you can look upto this month as it is your sixth sense that will help you make assessments and decisions. You would be more communicative and busy than usual. Success is yours this month as you, the Archer, will radiate brilliance. Good fortune awaits you and hence the perfect time to apply your unconventional ideas in your work as success is assured.

Capricorn: (December 22 - January 20)

The conjunction between Saturn and Venus brings forth a favourable month to learn Fashion designing, Fine arts, Travel & Tourism, Mathematics, Communication and Biotechnology. You are social, friendly, and outgoing this month. Ganesha envisages possibility of travel and engagement in a variety of activities including making new acquaintances. This is a great time to present your ideas, to improve your communication skills, to expand your social circle, and to make more contacts and friends. You would learn new lessons, and you're more likely to be attracted to unusual and unconventional issues.

Aquarius: (January 21 - February 18)

Saturn aspects Jupiter this month, providing a new approach to communication projects, learning and self-expression. You tend to entertain others with your words and your sense of humour. This is a very significant period of the year for you. You are inspired to concentrate upon work and studies. You would express your views, terms and conditions without hesitation, and deal with many issues bravely and successfully. You may be inclined towards technical subjects, fine arts and finance related studies and may even join a class to learn about it. Take care of your health and adopt a routine of brisk walking and exercise.

Pisces: (February 19 - March 20)

Jupiter squares Rahu. This brings several opportunities to socialize with friends and make new acquaintances. You would be more creative and unconventional than usual. This is the time to learn Social Sciences, Physical Education, Mathematics or maybe something that you like and find easy. You feel attracted to intelligent people with whom you may communicate well and exchange ideas through phone calls, sms and mails. Keeping in mind that the limelight is on you, do what you feel is right. Your leadership qualities come to the fore as you resolve and organize activities related to communication and travel.

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Neeta Bakhru
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