V K Shridhar

My specialisation is MUHURT, & do not want to ingress in others fields unless the topic is related to Muhurt (electional) astrology. However, it is expected that soon he should get a jog, in next month. His earnings shall also continue. ... V K Shridhar

Yes , better job; after September, 2009 WBW

Sanwal 123 Ji, Current Dasha up to 23.9.2009, is not good for profession. Thereafter he may get another job. However earnings shall continue - my observation. WBW, ... V K Shridhar

We have been told that in the horoscope of Lord Rama; the Sun, Saturn, Mars & Jupiter all were exalted & were in Kendras. But in that case sucjh a Yoga did not materialise.

Dear Sanwal ji, Please send your message. If possible, I shall contribute, ,... V K Shridhar

Dear Readers, USR ji & Anusha ji, 1) The site referred by me gives details of lunar as well as solar eclipses. URL extracted from http://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/eclipse.html is given below which gives astronomical details of solar eclipse on 22.7.2009. http://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono/TSE2009/TSE2009fig/TSE2009-fig01.pdf In fact the above site gives lot of astronomical details. I do not understand fully. It requires assistance from some astronomer. 2) Penumbral Lunar eclipse on 7.8.2009 (in India & on 6.8.2009 in some parts of the world) shall start at 04.34 IST & shall end at 07.44 IST Following site gives details of the start & end of Lunar eclipse (penumbral) on 7.8.2009. http://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/LEplot/LEplot2001/LE2009Aug06N.pdf 3) Now clarification of the reply given on start & ending time of eclipse; as interpreted by Sh USR Ji : Eclipse is a celestial phenomenon. Its starting & ending time in a particular locality is different from those in the world. Panchangs also give start & ending moments of the eclipse in different cities, as well as for the world. BUT, there is a specific duration during which the eclipse is effective on the earth (astrologically); in respect of umbra & penumbra durations. 4) Now the question arises whether one should consider the eclipse duration for ones locality or celestial duration of the eclipse. In my opinion the whole duration during for which an eclipse in current celestially, should be considered as the period of eclipse for rituals as well as for astrological purposes – irrespective of the fact that it is visible for a shorter duration in the specific locality of an individual or whether it is not visible in ones locality. This opinion is corroborated by the fact that even when an eclipse is not visible in India, the habitants in India do fast & perform the required rituals. And also prohibit the usage of the said sullied constellation in good elections. Therefore visibility of an eclipse in a locality is for astronomical reference & not for astrological purpose. Please note that only entering in umbra should be considered & not penumbra – my opinion. Therefore the fact is that solar eclipse be considered as starting from 05.28 IST & ending at 10.42 IST on 22.7.2009.; for ritual as well astrological applications. As per dictums of electional astrology, constellation(s) of the Moon current during the eclipse period are prohibited in good elections. There is no reference whether the said eclipse is visible in the locality of the aspirant or not. This is because the said constellation gets sullied, and becomes unfit for good elections. Duration for which it is unfit for good elections depends upon the intensity of the eclipse. 5) The opinion expressed by Sh USR ji that “During the eclipse Chandra loses its power so all the individuals lose their dasa effects during the period.” It is indeed frightening for those having Moon Dasha or Anter Dasha. In my experience those birth anniversary falling during the eclipse period suffer heavily is some aspect of their life. BUT they do NOT lose “EVERY THING” in the current year. … V K Shridhar

Dear readers Correction is required in respect of ending moment of solar eclipse on 22.7.2009 : it is 10.42 IST –source Lahiri Ephemeris. For authenticated details about eclipses readers may log on to http://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/eclipse.html To find out the constellations afflicted during an eclipse; please find out the constellation of the Moon during the currency of eclipse. In case two constellations are involved then the both are sullied. From the intensity of eclipse, we arrive at the duration for which the said constellation is prohibited for good elections ( Muhurt). The duration for which the Moon is in umbra, the Moon is considered in eclipse for astrological purposes. For the duration the Moon is in penumbra; before & after the Moon is in umbra; the Moon is not said to be under eclipse. In my opinion -- since the Moon is not having her full rays /illuminated, aspirants may avoid the whole time duration; when the Moon is in umbra as well as in penumbra; in election of auspicious life activities of immense importance. … V K Shridhar

Dear Swapnil ji, I have posted the above reply in the said dnaindia.com. URL They shall analyise the coments & then post it there. Audarya is a foum which immediatly publishes comments. Thanks to Audrya Forum. ... V K Shridhar

We have been told that Lord Rama had the Sun, Jupiter, Saturn & Mars - all exalted & in Kendra. The effect was excellent.

To the best of my knowledge there is no reference of triple eclipses in our Muhurt (electional) astrology. However exponents have directed that no auspicious activity should be initiated in- between the period covered by two eclipses. Therefore, the period between July 9, 2009 to August 22, 2009, no auspicious / pious life activity must be initiated. Vedic Muhurt Vidya prohibits to advise about initiation of malefic / inauspicious life activities. Certainly those interested in initiating beneficial life activities must refrain the said period. Further the two Lunar eclipses are neither partial or total. They are not in umbra. They are in penumbra. The latter types of eclipses are least or no astrological significance. .. V K Shridhar ……….. Author of “ Hindu Electional Astrology” – a compendium on Vedic / Indian Muhurt (electional) astrology. Log on to http://www.besttime-election.com

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As per the dictums of Swar Sidhanta; predictions for the following six months; are based on the Swar running at the time of the Sun-rise on the day following the Sun changes his declinations from south to north & vice versa. That means the start of Summer & Winter solstices. This corresponds to the start of Uttrayana & Dakshinayana as per tropical system. Some opine that the rule can also be applied to start of Uttrayana & Dakshinayana as per Nirayana or Sidereal system. Also some opine that said dictum is also applicable at the start of lunar month also. As per the dictums, if left Swar is running at the said time then, the person is assured of good health, prosperity, peace of mind, worldly gains and the like for the next six months during. Running of left Swar means that inhalation & exhalation is done from the left nostril. Direction of the Sun’s declination shall change from north to south at precisely at 11.16 IST on June, 21, 2009. Therefore those desire to reap benefit from the said dictum, may run their left Swar (Ida Swar ) at the time of local Sunrise on June 22, 2009. They may get up early in the morning before the Sunrise, take bath, sit facing east on an insulated Aasan. They should start breathing through their left nostril. If their right nostril is working they may change it to left as described below. The aspirants can also perform Pooja at that time. Mode to change the Swar One shall find that at a time breathing is from either left nostril (Ida Swar) or right nostril (Pingala Swar) or from both the nostrils (Sushmana Swar). For a short duration both left & right Swars are working during shifting of the Swar from left to right or vice versa. Shushmana flows for a short duration & only spiritual functions are recommended during its currency. Left or right Swar flow alternatively for 60 to 90 minutes duration. One can change the Swar at his will, & below are some of the methods for changing it: 1) Close the running nostril with finger or with a cotton piece, & breathe through the other nostril for about 5 to 10 minutes. The other inactive desired nostril shall become active. Check whether the desired nostril is active by placing back of the hand below the nostril. Now while exhaling through nose, the air is felt flowing out from that running nostril, & from the other nostril no air flows. 2) Inhale through the active (running ) nostril & exhale through the inactive nostril. After doing this exercise for about 2 to 3 minutes the desired nostril (earlier inactive) shall become active. 3) Lie down sideways on the side of active nostril by keeping shoulder of the corresponding side on down side. After some time the other nostril shall be active. For example if right nostril is running & one wants to activate left nostril then, lie down sideways by keeping right shoulder on the bed side. After some time left Swar shall start running. The purpose of this thread is the let the highly guarded secret of Swar Sidhanta be known to those aspirants who intend to benefit themselves for better life, as per the knowledge blessed by our sages & exponents. …. V K Shridhar --------------------------- Author of “Hindu Electional Astrology” – a compendium on Vedic Mihurtas. Log on to http://www.besttime-election.com

Anusha ji, Thanks, You may take up the task to propagate my thread in different forums. As far I am concerned, I do it in Google blogs, with permission to all for mass circulation. I hope now I shall be henceforth more regular in my contributions. --- V K Shridhar

Dear Sandhu ji, Thanks, There is a wrong notion that gold must be purchased on Akshay Tritiya, to bring good luck. Such notions & incorrect informations are spreaded for some peronal gains. It is well known that the said Tithi is auspicious only for initiating auspicious & spiritual activities. Let any body may cull out any dictum from any authoritative treatise to support his argument that purchase of gold on Akshya Tirtiya is beneficial. I shall be pleased to offer my comments on that interpretation. ... V K Shridhar ----------------------------- Pl log on to http://www.besttime-election.com for details on "Hindu Electional Astrology"

AKSHAY TRITIYA – DO NOT FOLLOW BLINDLY <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:" /><o:p> </o:p> Indeed as per dictums of Vedic / Hindu electional (Muhurt) astrology, Akshaya Tritiya is one of the most effective election for initiating auspicious deeds. However, it is painful that masses are misguided as they do not have access to the treatises & original source. I has written a blog in google blog, on the subject on May 7, 2008 (copy produced here). <o:p> </o:p> Now Akshya Tritiya is falling on 27<SUP>th</SUP> April, 2009 from 03.52 IST, and ends at 01.07 IST on 28<SUP>th</SUP> April, 2009. Krittika Nakshatra ends at 09.07 IST, and thereafter Rohini starts. Rohini ends at 07.08 IST on 28<SUP>th</SUP> April, 2009. <o:p> </o:p> Krittika and Monday when concurrent, cause malefic Yoga due to birth constellation of Moon which rules Monday – as per Sage Brihaspati. Therefore, up to 09.07 IST is not auspicious. <o:p> </o:p> Combination of Rohini Nakshatra & Monday forms “Sarva Siddha Yoga “ and “Amrit Yoga”- thus the said Akshaya Tritiya on 27<SUP>th</SUP> April becomes very auspicious / beneficial. <o:p> </o:p> Since the said Tithi is primarily beneficial for initiating auspicious/religious activities rather than for worldly activities; but those who intent to use this Tithi for worldly purposes may use Abhijit Muhurt of the day. For calculating Abhijit Muhurt, please log on to para 7.2 of <o:p> </o:p> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electional_astrology <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Thus most effective part of the Akshaya Tritiya covers 09.07 IST ( 03.37 GMT or the local sunrise time – which ever is latter) on 27<SUP>th</SUP> April, 2009 , and ends at 01.08 IST on 28<SUP>th</SUP> April, 2009 (19.38 GMT on 27<SUP>th</SUP> April, 2009). Starting & ending times of Tithis & Nakshatras is a celestial phenomenon. <o:p> </o:p> As per the dictums on electional astrology, the forthcoming Akshaya Tritiya is not beneficial for those having Janma Nakshatra as Poorva Bhadra, Vishakha or Punarvasu; as the Rohini Nakshatra falls on their Nidhan Tara. Sage Vasist has advised that any activity initiated on Nidhan Tara does not fructify. <o:p> </o:p> Further aspirants may also select auspicious & beneficial Hora on Monday suitable for the activity to be undertaken, for their specific benefit. <o:p> </o:p> Further Sukshama Muhurt is fundamentally essential as all the duration during currency of any beneficial / auspicious period (here in the said Tithi) can not be beneficial to all the aspirants. There are a number of cautions in selection a good or better Muhurt; for which advice of an expert astrologer in Muhurt should be sought individually. <o:p> </o:p> ================================================== Copy of the blog written on Wednesday, May 7, 2008<o:p></o:p> AKSHAY TRITIYA – use your prudence in Muhurtas (elections astrology) <o:p></o:p> AKSHAY TRITIYA – USE YOUR PRUDENCE IN MUHURTAS (electional astrology) Akshay Tritiya is held as one of the most auspicious Tithi in Hindu calendar and is covered under Sade Teen Muhurtas, which is held by all the exponents as extremely auspicious period in Muhurt (electional) astrology. “Akshay” literally means which can not be destroyed. <o:p></o:p> But the question is whether all the living-beings should follow this period for their auspicious Muhurta and for initiation of “all” the life activities. The answer certainly is “NO”. It is not feasible to throw full light on the Hindu system of electional astrology in an article of this nature but effort is made to enlighten professional astrologer not to misguide the masses. <o:p></o:p> Ashay Tritiya is the third lunar day (Tithi) of bright half (Shukla Paksha) of Vaishakha lunar month. It was the Tithi prevailing at the start of Treta Yuga & is called as Yugadi Tithi. Its Devta is Lord Vishnu, and it coincides with Parshuram Jyanti. Punya Karma such as Japa, Tapa, Dana, Snaana, Havan, Hooma performed in this Tithi is extremely meritorious. During currency of Yugadi and Manvadi Tithis prohibited activities are, Upnayana, marriage, ending of fast, house construction & entering thereof, travailing and plantation. Thus following dictums of Hindu electional astrology the said activities should be prohibited on Akshya Tritiya. The said Tithi is beneficial for Punya Karmas and not for the worldly activities.<o:p></o:p> Selection of an auspicious Tithis for initiating an activity in the first fundamental of Hindu electional astrology. It has to be ensured that the Tithi is not sullied or become inauspicious by virtue of presence of other adverse electional element. Further there can not be said with certainty that a particular time is auspicious for all the human beings for all types of life activities. Auspiciousness of a Tithi is decided based on Janma Rashi and name of the doer, transits of planets , Sartvatobhadra Chakra, its favourable / unfavourable durations, its sub-divisions (Kshana Tithi), Muhurt Yoga formed with prevailing week-day & constellation, maleficenece due to Mass –Shunya Tithi, Tithi Shunya Nakshatra, Tithi-Shunya Lagna, Kshaya Tithi, Vridhi-Tithi, Pradosha, its Vish-Ghati & Amrit Ghatis, Ghaata Tithis, malefic Tithis for certain Rashis. etc. – to name some of the elements in its selection. Better the work is left to specialists in the field. Now referring to the Akshay Tritiya falling on 7th May, 2008 in light of the some of the above elements we may examine how it is limited to its usefulness. The said Tithis starts at 10.08 IST (04.38 GMT) and ends at 06.34 IST (01.04 GMT). It coincides with currency of Krittika Nakshatra up to 20.01 IST (14.31 GMT) on 7th May, 2008 and there after Rohini Nakshatra prevails up to 17.34 IST (12.04 GMT) on 8th May, 2008. Currency of the Tithi and Nakkshatra are universal phenomenon. However weekday is Wednesday in <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:country-region w:st="on">India</st1:country-region></st1:place> which is based on local sun-rise. ‘Atiganda Yoga’- a malefic Yoga – prevails up to 01.00 IST on 8th May, 2008. <o:p></o:p> Incidentally the Tithi is not Kshaya in <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">India</st1:place></st1:country-region>, but it is Kshaya in the geographical regions where the local sunrise is between 01.04 GMT to 04.38 GMT. In those regions the weekday shall be sullied due to “Tithi Kshay”. Its portion (9th Ghati to 12th Ghati – considering day length as 60 Ghatis) is Vish Ghati. This period starts from 12.51 IST (07.31 GMT) to 14.12 IST (08.42 GMT) - which is considered as highly poisonous- and should be prohibited. in good elections.<o:p></o:p> The Tithi coincides with Wednesday, which forms “Mrityu Yoga”- deadly Yoga- prohibited for any good election. According to Sage Brihaspati concurrence of Wednesday and 3rd Tithi forms “Dagdha Yoga”- another deadly Yoga.<o:p></o:p> During 3rd Tithi: Leo and Capricorn ascendants are “Tithi –Shunya Lagnas” ; and also Gemini & Virgo ascendants , being malefic ascendants for Jaya Tithis – therefore the periods coinciding with these ascendants should be avoided- it is a local phenomenon. should be calculated. <o:p></o:p> Further 3rd Tithis is held as inauspicious for peoples having Leo, Sagittarius and Aquarius as Janma Rashis; some opine that it is malefic for Gemini as Janma Rashi. However the Tithis coincides with Rohini Nakshatra up to 20.01 IST – which forms “ “Amrit Siddha Yoga’ or “Prashata Yoga”; and thereafter with Mrigshira Nakshatra it forms “Sarvartha Sidhha Yoga”. Both the Yogas are held as highly auspicious Muhurt Yogas. It also forms auspicious “Ravi Yoga” from 20.01 IST on 7th May, 2008 to 17.34 IST on 8th May, 2008- another powerful electional Yoga. Further for precise auspicious moments in the Tithi, one has to calculate Kshana Tithi (sub-division of Tithi) period. From the above it shall be observed by the learned readers that they should not blindly use the Akshay Tritiya falling on 7th May, 2008 for beneficial elections (Muhurtas) especially worldly activities, rather they should follow cautiously and in consultations with astrologers having specialization in Hindu Electional astrology. The said Tithi is not fully auspicious for initiation of all the activities.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> ================================================</o:p><o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> V K Shridhar is author of “Hindu Electional Astrology”- the largest compendium on Vedic / Hindu system of Muhurt (election) astrology.<o:p></o:p> Readers may log on to <o:p></o:p> http://www.besttime-election.com<o:p></o:p>

Dear readers, Shri Sandhu ji has made an effort in describing planets nature & effects for the benefits of the readers. I do appreciate. However,those intent to go into the deep& detailed study by exponents, must study "LAGHU PRASHARI" - which is the most authoritative text on the naturte of planets for each Lagna. ... V K Shridhar ---------------------------- author of "Hindu Electional Astrology" - a compendium on Vedic Muhurtas(elections) May also log on to www.besttime-election.com

Dear Nisha, It is not so simple to answer your question here. Better read "Laghu Prashari"- the most authoritative treatise on functional effects of the planets. In my opnion an astrologer who has not studied this treatise, has imcomplete knowledge of Hindu astrology. Following books on the subject are available in the market. Laghu Prashari Sidhanta - Madhyay Prashari by Sh S <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">S Sareen</st1:place> <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:" /><o:p></o:p> <st1:Street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">Laghu Prashari by Dr</st1:address></st1:Street> Sureshchandra Mishra<o:p></o:p> Laghu Prashari Siddhanta - by Major M C Khote.<o:p></o:p> Laghu Prashari Bhasya - by Sh Devan Ram Kapoor --- V K Shridhar<o:p></o:p> ---------- http://www.besttime-election.com Author of "Hindu Electional Astrology" - the best seller compendium on Vedic /Hindu system of Muhurt ( Electional ) astrology. <o:p></o:p>

A thread was initiated here in June,2008 in this forum that time of taking oath by the new US president on 20th January, 2009 was inauspicious.The thread is reproduced below.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> It was especially pointed out that retrograde & combust Mercury certainly indicates adverse effects. Now it is evident from the fumble in the oath ceremony itself. He had to take the oath afresh<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> Now some western astrologers are debating under various blogs & articles that the second oath may be taken as valid for future forecasting. Does that mean that if a marriage once solemnized in inauspicious time, can be rectified by marrying once again by the same couple at an auspicious time? War once started under an elected time (adverse) , may be stopped & started again under another auspicious time?<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Readers must recall that if there has been a fumble in taking oath, the person has not been able to complete the term. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Readers may also be well aware that Electional astrology ( Muhurt) is recently added in western system of astrology where as it was available since Vedic era in <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:country-region w:st="on">India</st1:country-region></st1:place>. “Vasist Samhita”, written by Sage Vasist is the first such treatise known to us. In addition, we have lot of aphorisms in Vedas about the Muhurt Vidya. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The author has also contributed in wikipedia under “Electional Astrology” giving comparison of Vedic & Western systems of electional astrology, in para 4." Hindu vs Western electional astrology” refers. For those interested may please log on to:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electional_astrology<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> We Indians should be proud of our astrology, especially electional as well as propitiations branches of astrology, and have enormous information for benefit of humanity. It is up to the aspirants to take benefits for attaining the best possible results. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p><o:p> </o:p> … V K Shridhar<o:p></o:p> Oath by next US president on 20th Jan, 2009- an inauspicious time <HR style="COLOR: #ffffff" SIZE=1><!-- / icon and title --><!-- message --> <TABLE class=tborder id=post1110941 cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=6 width="100%" align=center border=0><TBODY><TR vAlign=top><TD class=alt1 id=td_post_1110941 style="BORDER-TOP: #cfcfcf 1px solid; BORDER-BOTTOM: #cfcfcf 1px solid">A thread titled "INAUSPICIOUS TIME OF OATH BY THE NEXT US PRESIDENT - a debate" was started by me in the month of June, 2008, that the time of oath by the next US president on 20th Jan, 2009, is not auspicious as per the Vedic / Indian system of Muhurt branch of astrology. Now the next prersident has been elected, and his appointment shall have world wide effects. A thought is hereby trigerred in the minds of the astrological feternity to adivse in the matter,and to contribute opnion in time. The matter should be debated only on astrological aspects. <FONT face="Times New Roman"><FONT color=red></B> There is controversy about date of birth of the next elected US president. This may also be debated. More should be brought to the debate, supporting his birth data. The thread is reproduced below again. ... V K Shridhar ---------- http://www.besttime-election.com Author of "Hindu Electional Astrology" - the best seller compendium on Vedic /Hindu system of Muhurt ( Electional ) astrology. ================================================== ====== INAUSPICIOUS TIME OF OATH BY THE NEXT US PRESIDENT <FONT]<FONT color="#f00000">– a debate <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:" /><o:p></o:p> The next US President shall take oath on <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-comhttp://www.indiadivine.org/audarya/ /><st1:country-region><st1:place><font color=" /><st1:date Month="1" Day="20" Year="2009"><FONT color=black>20<SUP>th</SUP> January, 2009</st1:date><FONT color=black> – which is observed as inauspicious time as per Vedic / Indian system of electional (Muhurt) astrology. Discussion herein is based on Indian system (Nirayana - Sidereal system) of astrology. <o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">The oath is generally taken around mid-day on 20<SUP>th</SUP> January when according to Indian system of astrology Aries 21º shall be rising, with Moon in 8<SUP>th</SUP> house (6º 15<FONT color=black><FONT face=Tahoma>´<FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman"> - Scorpio, Anuradha asterism); While the Jupiter (9º 33<FONT color=black><FONT face=Tahoma>´<FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman"> – combust), Mercury ( 6º 38 – is combust & retrograde) and Rahu are with the Sun ( 6º 49<FONT color=black><FONT face=Tahoma>´<FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">) are in the 10<SUP>th</SUP> house. Mars lord of ascendant and 8<SUP>th</SUP> is in 9<SUP>th</SUP> house. There is exchange of 5<SUP>th</SUP> lord Sun and 10<SUP>th</SUP> lord Saturn. Venus is in 11<SUP>th</SUP> house. Exact time of oath taking and the astro details of the oath taker are not known, therefore divisional charts and beneficence of the for the individual are not discussed. However it is essential that the election time is universally auspicious with co-occurrence of Muhurt Yogas and Panchaga Shuddhi; in addition to beneficial time in respect of transits of planets & Dasha, to the individual taking oath. <o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">The day is Tuesday – considered malefic for taking oath / coronation; and certainly before mid-day.10<SUP>th</SUP> Tithi is beneficial being Poorna, but the Moon is waning, and thus weak. Anuradha asterism is held as beneficial for oath ceremony but its Tara Bala (strength) & favourable transit for the individual is to be examined with respect to the person taking oath. <FONT color=red>Vishti Karan (Bhadra) is universally held as the most inauspicious for such ceremonies; and it gets further ferocious with concurrence of Tuesday. Presence of inauspicious Shula Yoga further adds to inauspiciousness. Thus four out the five elements of Hindu Panchanga four are not in favour. <o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><o:p></o:p> <FONT face="Times New Roman"><FONT color=black>There is no beneficial Yoga present on <st1:date Month="1" Day="20" Year="2009"><FONT color=black>20<SUP>th</SUP> January, 2009</st1:date><FONT color=black> for auguring the said time as universally auspicious. Combination of 10<SUP>th</SUP> Tithi and Tuesday makes “<FONT color=red>Karkacha Yoga” – an adverse Yoga. Concurrence of Tuesday and Anuradha asterism makes “<FONT color=red>Kuyoga” held as malefic. The Moon shall be in 24<SUP>th</SUP> asterism from that of the transiting Sun, causing “<FONT color=red>Upgraha Dosha” – adverse for especially for marriage, travel and house related elections. Thus there is no assistance from any special Muhurt Yogas, considered essential for a beneficial election. <o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">In the election chart, the Moon is in 8<SUP>th</SUP> house – held as highly prohibited for initiating any beneficial activity. Thought its debilitation effects in 8<SUP>th</SUP> house gets cancelled, but shall have adverse effects on homes / houses, transport system and public in general of the country, with regards to their damage / destruction / losses. Retrograde & combust Mercury may cause severe adverse effects on communication systems, army, Government employees and servants. As per old Western school of thought in astrology, the Mercury being Cazimi, shall have beneficial effects. But Most of the modern followers do not agree with this old thought. Difference in their longitude is 0º 11<FONT color=black><FONT face=Tahoma>´<FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman"> 38<FONT color=black><FONT face=Tahoma>˝<FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">, but some savior is that their declination is different. Retrograde planet especially Mercury is held by Western astrologers as certainly unfavourable in important elections. Lord of luck (9<SUP>th</SUP> house lord) Jupiter is combust and in the same Navamsha with the Sun; being functional malefic for Aries ascendant, may cause instability & disrepute to the ruler. Retrograde Saturn may breed some new unusual and unpleasant steps in diplomacy & governance; some of which shall be withdrawn at latter stages. Income, trade, wealth of the country shall certainly expand and flourish. Thus election chart does not augurs towards beneficence. <o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">The detailed analysis can only be made after knowing the exact time of taking oath; but the above effects can be mitigated to some extent. From 12 hrs 0 min to 12 hrs 38 min, Abhijin / Abhijit Muhurt prevails, which has immense power to reduce / annihilate adverse effects – as per Vedic astrology. Further Mars as lord of the ascendant in 9<SUP>th</SUP> house is another beneficial aspect in the election chart. But in general the said time is not observed as auspicious for taking oath by the head of state of the most powerful country. <o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><o:p></o:p> <FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman"><FONT color=black>The purpose of this article is to trigger a discussion among the Muhurt astrologers (both from east & west) to examine the suitability of the oath time and possibility of recommending another suitable time, after thorough debate, getting benefits Vedic electional astrology which has withstood test of time for the last 5 millenniums. Muhurt (electional) astrology was originated in Vedic era, and is considered as the most useful branch of Hindu astrology. Of late westren astrologers have also started following it. But need of the hour is that remedial advice should be given in advance. <FONT color=black><FONT face="Times New Roman">--- V K Shridhar </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

Bhaskar, The boy appears to be very very sensual (Mars & Venus togather within a degree) & having other relations in the past. Current losses are due to his Moon Maha Dasha & Saturn Antra ( 12th & 6th house significators)- starting from 14.8.2008. Generally this Dasha is not good. Health & wealth losses are indicated to the boy. Matching is of 17 Gunas. For that matter boy is also Mangalik when seen frm position of Venus. To verify further intimate when the relations had started, 9 years back. However you should be careful. ....V K Shridhar

WebYogi Ji & Anusha ji, Regarding matching of same birth star following is opined by the exponents: a) Same star but different Janma Rashi is acceptable. b) Same star & same Rashi - NOT acceptable. c) Same star but 1 & 4 pair of Pada, or 2 & 3 pair of Padas - also not acceptable. d) Same Rashi but different stars is acceptable - in some cases even when Nadi Doshas is prevailing. e) Same star & same Pada, NOT accetptable. Thus same star & Rashi shall give 28 Gunas in matching by Ashtakoot mode, but the above care must be taken. However, there are some exceptions advised by some writers, but again full care must be taken to accept the latter views. ... V K Shridhar

Anusha ji, It shall take long time to update my website. Please bear with us. .... V K Shridhar

Anusha ji, The match is NOT recommended. Both the boy & the girl have same sign, star & Pada. No exponent recommend this match for marriage. Rather this must be shunned. ... V K Shridhar

Dear Readers, As many books (of modern writers) you shall study, you shall find that Mangal Dosha having different-different definitions & antidotes.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> It is more or less exploitation of public. Consider the following astrological aspects: <o:p></o:p> a) Why only Mars is to be considered a malefic planet in matrimonial life, as main causer of disharmony ? Karak of marriage is either Venus or Jupiter – a concept accepted by all.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> b) If Mars can burn so called “matrimonial cord” then, why not Saturn can separate / break it. And so the effect of Rahu, or planet having effect of separation ?<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> c) Why Mars is always considered as malefic when it is functional benefic for some of the ascendants. Why rules laid down by Sage Prashar in “Laghu Prashari” are not uniformly followed in this case.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> d) Why some believe that 1<SUP>st</SUP> house to be ignored in Magal Dosha, while others strongly agree that Mangal Dosha is strong when Mars in is 1<SUP>st</SUP> House /sign. In North India Mars in 1<SUP>st</SUP> house causes Mangal Dosha, but is <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">South India</st1:place> it does not. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> e) Some opine that Mangal Dosha should be checked from ascendant, while some check it from Moon & some believe that its effect is the strongest when Mars is placed similarly from Venus. Thus practically all natives shall have Mangal Dosha.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> f) Some opine that effect of placement of Saturn & Rahu in the said houses / signs also contribute to the effects similar to the Mangal Dosha.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> g) Why sign chart is to be seen for this dosha & not the house chart. Some examine Mangal Dosha from Navamsha chart also. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> h) There is no uniformity in logic of cancellation / antidotes of Mangal Dosha. Some say that weak or combust or debilitated Mars does not contribute to the Mangal Dosha. While some say that strong / exalted / Yoga Karak Mars does not cause Mangal Dosha. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In view of the above in my opinion, astrologers should check general strength of the horoscopes, similar placement of Mars, nature of Mars ( whether functional malefic / benefic), aspect / conjunction of benefics with Mars, whether Mars is contributing ill effects. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> So far I have not read about Mangal Dosha in the old treatises on Muhurt or predictive Vedic astrology. I would like that readers may cull out references from treatises by exponents & bring it to the knowledge of the public. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> … V K Shridhar - Log on to http://www.besttime-election.com “Hindu Electional Astrology” – the largest & the best seller compendium on Vedic / Indian electional (MUHURT) astrology. “Swar Shaastra” – Phonetical astrology dealt first time in roman script for its application in Muhurt (electional astrology). <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Log on for free down load of 52 pages from the book on “Horoscope Matching”

In my opinion 5th house & 8th house are the main considerations for study of astrology & delineations. 5th house indicates prudence, wisdom and ability to analyse. 8th house is relates to searching & culling out issues / things from depth / darkness/ hidden matters. Certainly a persons is involved in study of astrology & the relatedf subjects when periods/ sub-periods related to these two houses are in operation. Please check and verify it yourself. ... V K Shridhar

Dear Sandhu ji & Anusha ji, Thanks, I shall certainly contribute where ever I have some information collected from treatises. Informations provided by Shri Sandhu ji are excellent. V K Shridhar