Friday, October 21, 2016

Mercury Transit In Libra Today - Know It’s Effect On You

From October 21 till November 09, Mercury will transit in Libra. Venus, which is the domineering lord, is buddy-buddy with Mercury. Mercury has a dualistic nature whereas Libra belongs to all the air elements. When these two combine, shenanigans of Mercury is bound to increase many folds. Natives going through Antara or Pratyantar Dasha of Mercury will enjoy liberty & will have carte blanche to do anything as they please. While some might enjoy this spell more competently, others might experience just a stiver of it. All in all, your decisive ability will put on afterburners.

Aries


Don’t do anything in a jiffy. You must listen to everyone and fathom carefully before you carry out any actions. Read more



Taurus


Avoid profligacy & try to be frugal for a change. Hearkening what others have to say will be very useful as well as rewarding. Read more

Gemini


Your communication skills will stand out; in your professional life. Do not engage in calumniation. Read more

Cancer


Your work ethics might be pointed out at work. Don’t put your foot in your mouth, just be nice and you will reap serious profits. Read more

Leo


Your excellent communication skills will earn you plaudits from everyone. It's time to break loose & live the life of Riley using this sheer talent of yours. Read more

Virgo


A spankingly exceptional news could be received from your in-laws. An auspicious phase to make financial plans and enjoy them in future. Read more

Libra


Now is the time to chance your arm as luck will be in your favour, but don’t act in haste. Legal cases needs to be sorted outside the court. Read more

Scorpio


A phase when you will get varied results. Spice up your love life further, by making some spontaneous plans. Read more

Sagittarius


Time to conjure profits with the help & support of your friends. Sensuous moments with lover will fill up your life with euphoria. Read more

Capricorn


Actualize your thoughts and make your dream come true. An phenomenal phase to enjoy tenderness, progress, and appreciation. Read more

Aquarius


For you it’s going to be business as usual, this period. If possible, go on a pilgrimage, preferably Shiva temples. Read more

Pisces


You might get money or a gift from your in-laws. For bachelors, something good is possible from friends. Read more

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Karwa Chauth - Puja Vidhi & Muhurat

Adorn this festival of love and happiness and make the most of it. May this Karwa Chauth bring merriment and prosperity in your life. 

Karwa Chauth Vrat 2016

हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें


Puja Muhurat
05:47 PM to 06:55 PM
Moon Rising Time (New Delhi)
08:45 PM

Karwa Chauth is a popular Hindu festival which is mainly celebrated by married women. This year, Karwa Chauth is being celebrated on the 19th of October 2016. The word Karwa Chauth is an amalgamation of two words, ‘Karwa’ meaning a small earthen pot and ‘Chauth’ a reference to the fourth day of the month of Kartik on which this festival is celebrated. Married women celebrate Karwa Chauth by fasting from sunrise to moonrise for the long life and prosperity of their husband.

SIGNIFICANCE OF KARWA CHAUTH

Karwa Chauth is one of the most significant festivals celebrated by married women. It is celebrated on the fourth day of Kartik Krishna falling at Chandrodaya. As per ancient beliefs, by fasting on this auspicious day, women pray for the well-being and prosperity of their husband. Women put on their best attire and gear up for the festival with much passion and zeal. Karwa Chauth fulfills the aim of bringing together the entire family of a married couple, breathing new life in the relationship that they share.

Read everything about Karwa Chauth here: Karwa Chauth 2016

LEGENDS AND FOLKLORES

There are many legends associated with Karwa Chauth, most of them being interlinked to each other. The story which is usually referred to as the most influential one is the story of a woman called Karwa who saved her husband from death by fighting Yam, lord of death, himself. Other legends associated with this festival are that of ‘Queen Veervati’, ‘Mahabharata’ and ‘Satyavan and Savitri’. People from different parts of the country subscribe to different legends and alter their rituals accordingly. 

To read the legends associated with Karwa Chauth: Karwa Chauth Katha

RITUALS


There are many rituals associated with this festival which is celebrated with much enthusiasm and fervor amongst the married women. Women begin their preparations in advance by buying items of shringar, ethnic wear and jewellery, henna, decorated puja thalis and matthi. Sargi is one of the most essential part of Karwa Chauth as it is given to the woman by her mother-in-law. It includes almonds, fenia, sweet matthi amongst other things. Fenia is an important part of the pre-dawn meal that a woman eats before starting her fast. Women begin their fast before the sunrise and break it at the moonrise in the evening without eating or drinking anything during the day. This fast is a true citation of the strength and will that a woman holds. At dusk, women break their fast by worshipping the moon and praying for the long life and well-being of their husband. After the prayers and rituals are over, women break their fast by eating the first bite from their husband’s hands, thus concluding the festival. 

PUJA VIDHI FOR KARWA CHAUTH


  1. Decorate the Puja venue with mud (Kahia Matti) and establish the idol of Goddess Parvati on the altar.
  2. Listen to the Karwa Chauth story, preferably by an older woman.
  3. Decorate and fill your Puja Thali with Karwa, roli, diya, rice, small pot of water and Matthi.
  4. Sit with other women forming a circle and pass the Thalis around while singing the traditional song.
  5. Seek the blessings of the eldest member of the family while giving your Thali to them.
  6. When the moon has risen, look at your husband through the sieve followed by looking at the moon the same way.
  7. Thereafter, the husband can break his wife’s fast by feeding her sweets and water. 

Song Of The Day


वीरो कुड़िये करवाडा
सर्व सुहागन करवाडा
ए कट्टी नया अटेरी नी
खुम्ब चरख्रा फेरी भी
आर पैर पायीं भी
रुठ्दा मनियें भी
सुथडा जगाईं भी
ले वीरा कुड़िये करवाडा
लै सर्व सुहागन करवाडा

To know about the date of Karva Chauth in 2017, Click here.


This Karwa Chauth gift happiness to your wife!


After her austere fast, the wife gets to be pampered with gifts and surprises. It’s advised that you buy something valuable for your wife, to make her feel special on this day. As a token of thanks and gratitude for her, you can shower her with her favourite chocolate or her favourite perfume. A piece of jewelry or makeup essential would also suffice, obviously depending on your wife’s taste. 

May this Karva Chauth bring love and bliss in your life.

AstroSage wishes all its readers a very Happy Karva Chauth 2016.

Monday, October 17, 2016

Sun Transit In Libra Today - Know It’s Effect On You

On October 17, Sun will enter into its debilitated sign, Libra. After being here for one month, it will move into Scorpio. Natives going through Antar or Pratyantar Dasha of Sun will face adverse effects. Others will not experience much changes. Being debilitated, Sun will lose its natural auspiciousness for some days. However, you need not worry. This transit will last f0r 30 days. 




Aries


Luck will support you; however, you will face some sort of confusions. If problems occur with spouse, tackle them calmly. Read more


Taurus


Endeavors will accomplish due to support of seniors or authorities. Maintain distance with those who envy you. Read more

Gemini


Time is extremely great for love life and social life. Whether you are in job or business, profits are foreseen for you. Read more

Cancer


Keep negativity away from your professional life. Though luck will support, but managing yourself is your responsibility. Read more

Leo


To let things go on the right way, you need to take help of meditation and things like that. Useless expenses are possible. Read more

Virgo


You are expected to misplace any valuable. Luck seems unavailable, but help will reach you at the needed time. Read more

Libra


Not a favorable time, be careful. Make sure to realize what others do for you and treat them in the same way. Read more

Scorpio


Enemies will try to trouble, but friends will stand by you. Financial matters need careful thought, as you might take wrong decision. Read more

Sagittarius


To get success, stay determined to your goals and don’t let your mind get diverted. Personal life need attention. Read more

Capricorn


You might miss out any important deal, be careful. Avoid taking major decisions in this period of time. Read more

Aquarius


Money is important, but other things are also important. Don’t hurt anybody in your urge of making money. Read more

Pisces


Handle personal as well as professional life carefully. Strategies against you are possible by your opponents. Read more


Sunday, October 16, 2016

Weekly Horoscope 2016 (Oct 17 - Oct 23)

Here, we present the Weekly Horoscope 2016 for the month October. The below predictions are for Oct 17 to 23. Now, read our predictions that are done by our famous astrologers. Scroll down your fingers to read more. Get excited to read the given remedies also. 



Note: Weekly horoscope is based on your Moon sign. Know your moon sign by clicking here: Moon Sign Calculator


Aries


Arians, you might plan a professional outing. As per your cards, it is foreseen that you have the capability of taking right decisions. So, take the major decisions this week. This week, you can expect a great support from your well wishers. Therefore, a profitable week is ahead. Also, this week some useless expenses are quite possible. Thus, it is recommended to have a control on your spending habits. 

Love Prediction: This week is predicted to be pleasant for love relations but try to maintain the decorum of your relation in this period. You might face a few problems in your love life but your dedication towards your relationship will help you sail through. Week will begin with a kick start and by mid week feelings between you and your partner will catch pace. The week will end on a happy and blissful note. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Don’t spend money without thinking. 

Click here to know more about your sign: Aries zodiac sign

Taurus


Taureans, there are many cherishable moments that you will celebrate. Success and progress are directly related with efficiency and hard work. Due to some issues, your children might nag you. In the beginning of the week, you might plan a trip outside the city. It is advisable that you must take care of your health. Otherwise, they will haul for long. 

Love Prediction: Confusions with your beloved might steal the peace of your relation this week. Maintaining transparency in your relationship and resolving issues by discussing them out will be beneficial for you. Week might have a dull start but by mid-week things will gain momentum. Weekend will be a mix of a few tiffs and lovely moments for you. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Keep an eye on your health.

Click here to know more about your sign: Taurus zodiac sign

Gemini


Geminis, this week you can expect that your pendings task will now be completed. The profitable deals are ahead, if you gel along with business partner. Mid-week is very favorable for job seekers. Even for Geminis, who are planning to switch off from their current job. Money is likely to enter your life. You might receive your share from ancestral treasure. Try to maintain the distance from the people who envy you. 

Love Prediction: This week might have a dull start for you. To improve your bond with your beloved, try to stay loyal to them and steer clear of unnecessary suspicion. Believing in your partner and giving your relation your utmost best will make this week worth while. Weekend might cheer you up. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Avoid people who are not friendly with you. 

Click here to know more about your sign: Gemini zodiac sign

Cancer


Cancerians, your finances are great this week. But, still it will be prosperous to save your bank balance for future needs. Some plan related to trip are needed to be delayed. It is advisable, to keep a watch on words before you take them out. Otherwise, you might have to face the consequences. There are chances that you might lose something precious. Try to control your anger, arguments are possible with parents. 

Love Prediction: To make the most of this week you will have to give up your habit of showing distrust in your partner. Absolute devotion towards each other will solve every issue that you have been facing in your relation. Those in love with their colleague will have a blissful time this week. The week is expected to be beautiful and peaceful by the weekend. 

Fortune Star: 2.5/5

Remedy: Take care of your valuables.

Click here to know more about your sign: Cancer zodiac sign

Leo


Lions, who are studying can expect an excellent result, depending upon their hard-work. Married natives will also enjoy their beautiful bond and will try to maintain bliss in their life. Astrologers suggest you some points, as per your predictions; Spending time with family friends will resolve many issues. You need to balance your work and relations. According to the predictions, all the unfavorable changes will bring the scope of learning. 

Love Prediction: You will be able to enjoy this week with your beloved but try not to rant your partner unreasonably. The week is expected to have a beautiful dawn giving you the opportunity to visit a religious place with your beloved. You will be able to establish a perfect balance between work and your love life. Week will end on a positive note. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Try to bring stability in your life with support of family.

Click here to know more about your sign: Leo zodiac sign

Virgo


Virgonians, talking about financial life first; You are likely to make a huge investments this week. Also, an expense might arise due to a purchase of a new vehicle. Whereas, at office you might face some issues while focussing on work. But, do not worry, your income might increase more than you have ever expected. Healthwise, some minor issues like headache, stomach are possible. It is advisable to walk daily for atleast 15-20 minutes. It will give you a peace of mind. 

Love Prediction: This week might not be the best time to celebrate the bond you share with your beloved. It will be beneficial to let the old issues go and start afresh. Maintaining your mental balance and calm at the beginning of the week will prove to be gainful for you. Times will change for better from the middle of the week making your weekend completely blissful. You will be enjoy the best of both work and love this week. 

Fortune Star: 3.5/5

Remedy: Start going for a walk for at least 10 minutes. 

Click here to know more about your sign: Virgo zodiac sign

Libra


Librans, the week can be said to be a OKAY week. Week is very good in terms of work. You might receive performance appraisal and in business just maintain your best performance. In financial life some ups and downs are possible. So, take each and every steps carefully. Also, read the terms and conditions carefully. Healthwise, you might suffer from stomach related issues. Thus, avoid consumption of junk food. 

Love Prediction: This week is predicted to be pleasant for your love life if you abstain from unnecessary stubbornness. Married couples will be able to enjoy this week the most. Middle of the week might be slightly dull but the weekend is expected to be fabulous. You will be able to find time for love in spite of having a hectic schedule at work. You will be able to enjoy the bond and love that you share with your beloved. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Avoid spicy and oily food. 

Click here to know more about your sign: Libra zodiac sign

Scorpio


Scorpions, this week will be a blend of favorable and unfavorable outcomes. It is advisable to put all your capabilities in something that will be helpful to get the desired rewards. Some sudden trips are quite possible. In familial life, your in-laws might come to visit you. Also, get ready to celebrate the happiness due to the children at home. You are recommended to please the God, the creator of universe. It will definitely increase you luck. 

Love Prediction: You can expect this week to be pleasant for your love relation. This will be the apt time to spill the beans about your beloved to your family members. The week might begin with a few tiffs but handling such issues with care and maturity will lead you to a much calmer and peaceful weekend. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Work hard to get the best.

Click here to know more about your sign: Scorpio zodiac sign

Sagittarius


Sagittarians, this week friends will support you a lot. Business life will be flourished with lots of profitable deals and agreements. While servicemen will enjoy promotions and increment. With not much favorable happenings, your marital life might experience disharmony. So, proper remedies are need to be taken. Healthwise, you might suffer from mild fever or cold. Also, expenses are likely to increase on the vehicle or home. But, it is advisable not to exceed your budget due to that. 

Love Prediction: Maintaining transparency in your relation will allow you to enjoy this week to the fullest. It will be beneficial for you to keep a tab on your anger in this duration. With the onset of the week, your love for your partner is expected to increase. Middle of the week might be slightly sour but you will be able to find happiness anyway. Being alert and maintaining your calm will lead you to a wonderful weekend. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Don’t talk offensive.

Click here to know more about your sign: Sagittarius zodiac sign

Capricorn


Capricorns, if we talk about your personal life, the week is totally in your favorable. Whereas at work front, chances of missing out some important deals at the last moment are possible. And, servicemen might face some ups and downs. The astrologers suggestion for you all are; in order to gain fruitful results, doing donations and helping the poor will be helpful. Also, to seek happiness in your life, choose the path that leads to spirituality. 

Love Prediction: Keeping your stubborn nature under control will be gainful for you this week. The onset of the week might call forth your emotional self. Domestic events and chores might keep you engrossed this week but you will be able to find time for love by the middle of the week. Your efforts to keep your beloved happy and content will bear fruit this week. Weekend will be happy and peaceful. 

Fortune Star: 2.5/5

Remedy: Help the needy and do charity.

Click here to know more about your sign: Capricorn zodiac sign

Aquarius


Aquarians, a favorable week is ahead for you all. You will celebrate a lovable bond. You might misspend some of your time in pointless activity. Due to a friendly nature, chances of adding more number of people are there. There are expectation, that you might visit some sacred place with family. A daring nature will come forward. As your in-laws and family will be very supportive. The key message for you is to save money. 

Love Prediction: It will be important for you to keep a tab on your tenacity this week. If you are planning to get married, think through your decisions before getting yourself into any commitment. The onset of the week will bring multiple opportunities for leisure activities. You will get ample opportunities to meet your beloved by the mid of the week. You will feel happy and content in this period. Avoiding unnecessary arguments and thoughts will lead to a fun weekend. 

Fortune Star: 2.5/5

Remedy: Try to save money.

Click here to know more about your sign: Aquarius zodiac sign

Pisces


Pisceans, you need to work very hard to get your desired goals. You’ve got an amazing power of creativity, so use this power on something that is productive. This week, it is suggested; surprise your soulmate with such a thing that it will become a masterpiece moment for him/her. At work, you might get rewarded with a performance appraisal or income may increase. Also, financial life will remain stable. Lastly, astrologer suggest you to do not take stress unnecessarily. 

Love Prediction: You will be able to enjoy your love bond with your partner this week. Influx of worthy marriage proposals are also on the cards.With the beginning of the week, might come many opportunities to dine with your beloved. You might plan outings with your partner by mid week. Certain domestic issues might restrict you from enjoying the moment with your love partner. 

Fortune Star: 3/5

Remedy: Use your skills in achieving all you desire. 

Click here to know more about your sign: Pisces zodiac sign

Love Horoscope is exclusive by Pt. Hanumman Mishra

Saturday, October 15, 2016

Sharad Purnima Today - Muhurat & Puja Vidhi

‘Kaumudi celebration’, or the celebration of the moon i.e. Sharad Purnima, will be commemorated on the 15th of October 2016. A festival which celebrates the moonlit sky and the harmony between earth and the moon holds a great deal of importance in the Hindu year. Read more to know about Sharad Purnima and its importance.

Sharad Purnima 2016

हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें

It’s important to know about the festival and its significance in your lives as predicted by Vedic Astrology.

Sharad Purnima: a harvest festival


Celebrated in the lunar month of the Hindu Calendar- Ashwin, Sharad Purnima is basically the worshipping of Purnima or the full moon day in the Shukla Paksha of October. This harvest festival marks the end of monsoon and symbolises the onset of Autumn (Sharad). It’s also known by the names ‘Kojagiri Purnima’, ‘Kumar Purnima’, and ‘Raas Purnima’

in the Shukla Paksha (bright half) of Ashvin month. According to certain astrologers, moon and earth are the closest to each other on this day. Due to this phenomenon, the rays of the moon are believed to carry therapeutic properties which are potent to cure our ailments and fill our life with positivity.

Sharad Purnima 2016 Timings


Purnima Tithi is beginning on October 15, 2016 at 01:25:38 pm and ending on October 16, 2016 at 09:53:04 am

Sharad Purnima 2016: Rituals To Be Followed


  1. Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Indra on Erawat Elephant (White Elephant) are worshipped on this day.
  2. Chant the below mentioned mantra during the Lakshmi Pujan: “Om Lakshmaya Namah
  3. For Indra Pujan, chant the Mantra: “Indraya Namah
  4. Kheer (sweet rice porridge) should be especially made for this Puja and should be kept in a silver vessel.
  5. The Kheer should be kept under direct moonlight, and should only be consumed the next day.
  6. All the idols of Gods should be cleaned and dressed up in new clothes on this day.
  7. The Puja should be carried out with flowers and Diyas.
  8. A Sharad Purnima fast is also observed on this day and it shall be broken only by reciting the story of Sharad Purnima.
  9. During the time of recitation, keep the Kalash filled with water.
  10. Along with this, a glass filled with wheat and bowls containing Roli (vermilion) and rice should be kept.
  11. It’s important to stay awake all night on the day of the Pujan to please Maa Laxmi and Lord Indra.

Significance of Sharad Purnima


  1. On this day, mothers observe fast for the well-being of their children.
  2. It is believed that those who perform this Pooja get blessed by Goddess Lakshmi. Due to this the fast observed on this day is to gain wealth.
  3. Sharad Purnima is also considered very auspicious for buying any new vehicle.
Lord Krishna performed Rasleela on this day, which popularised Sharad Purnima by another name, ‘Raas Purnima’.

To know more about Sharad Purnima and its significance for the married couples, click here.

We hope this information helped you understand the festival of Sharad Purnima. May your day be full of bliss and prosperity.

Astrosage wishes you a very happy Sharad Purnima 2016!

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Venus Transit In Scorpio Today - Know It’s Effect On You

On October 13, 2016, Venus will transit into Scorpio and will travel in constellations of Jupiter, Saturn and Mercury. The effect of this transit will be different for different people, depending upon their sign or ascendant. People going through Antar or Pratyantar Dasha of Venus will witness major change. 




Aries


Your hard endeavours might not yield good results while on the edge of accomplishment. Read more

Taurus


Married Taurus can expect affection in their lives and they will feel quite happy as well. You will enjoy a great state of mind and luck will favour you. Read more

Gemini


Avoid taking major decisions as your luck might not favour you. If you’re thinking of changing jobs, the time is quite right. Read more

Cancer


You need to have a control on your expenditures. Take good care of your health as minor issues are on the horizon. Read more

Leo 


Time is very fortunate for service people. This transit will bestow you with wealth and sensual pleasures. Read more

Virgo


Lady luck will favour you this transit. People belonging to the media and entertainment fields will enjoy great benefits and opportunities to grow. Read more

Libra


Take good care of your health. Although financial gains might be around the corner, control your expenses and try to save income. Read more

Scorpio


Inner bliss and peace will be at peak. You can expect certain profits from friends and close ones. Read more

Sagittaruis


Avoid online shopping in this period. Harmony might lack from your personal life for some days. Read more

Capricorn 


You might get great job opportunities, especially if you are unsatisfied with your current job. Luck will be with you this transit. Read more

Aquarius 


Time is great to test your luck. Wish anything and it will come true. However, avoid over confidence. Read more

Pisces


Lady luck shall reward you for your efforts. You might find sources of extra income and will make new friends as well. Read more

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Dusshera 2016 Muhurat and Puja Vidhi

Do you wish to outshine your past accomplishments? Are you worried about the inevitable downfall in future and finances? If yes, read this intriguing article and rediscover the Puja Vidhi of Dussehra that will bless you with triumphant success overnight.



Dussehra Muhurat For 2016


MuhuratFromTill
Vijay Muhurat14:03:3014:49:52
Aparahna Puja Time13:17:0815:36:14

Dussehra is one of the most auspicious Hindu festival, & often has a different meaning for different sets of people. For some, this day marks the end of the nine divine days of the Shardiya Navratri ; whilst for others, it is the day which teaches, triumph of good over evil; and for some, Dussehra is all about enjoying the fireworks by burning effigies of the Demon Ravana. 



To read the legend associated with Dussehra, please click here: Dusshera 2016

Dussehra Puja Vidhi To Transmogrify Your Luck


To perform the Dussehra Puja in the right way, simply follow these steps
  1. Draw image of Dussehra using flour or Chuna (limestone)
  2. Put 9 cow dung cakes
  3. Using cow dung, prepare 2 bowls (Katori) with lid
  4. Place some coins in one bowl
  5. Put rice, fruits, roli (sacred thread) and Juwara (wheat or barley kernels) in the other bowl
  6. Now offer banana, jaggery, radish and Gawar Phali (cluster beans)
  7. Light Dhoop or Agarbatti 
  8. Do Parikrama
  9. Worship the old Bahi Khata (account books) and offer rice, fruits, roli and Jhuwara
  10. Take out the money from the bowl and keep in a safe place
  11. Now offer food and alms to the Brahmins
  12. Besides performing this Puja Vidhi, you can also perform Shastra Puja:
  • If you are a soldier: worship your guns and other weapons 
  • If you are a carpenter: worship your carpentry tools
  • If you are an accountant: worship your account books
  • If you are a cook: worship your kitchen essentials

Irrespective of the profession that you practise, Dussehra is the best day to honor the helpful objects or tools used by you in your field. 

Southern states of India conceive Dussehra to be the day of Goddess Saraswati, often yielded as the Goddess of learning. Here, it is believed to be propitious to embark the education of young children on the day of Vijayadashmi. So, if you are a student, paying homage and honoring your study materials akin as pen, pencils, books, etc. can do wonders for your studies. Try this, on this Dussehra and we firmly believe that you will experience some sort of a change in the way you lead your life.

Want to know Dussehra date for the next year? Get to know it by clicking here: Dussehra in 2016

We wish you a propitious Dussehra 2016!