8th Day Of Navratri: Dedicated To The White Goddess Mahagauri

Ashtami or the eighth day of Navratri is dedicated to the Goddess Mahagauri. The goddess is known for white appearance. Apart from worshipping Devi Maha Gauri on this day, Kanjak Puja, i.e. worshiping little girls, is also the main event of this day.

Goddess Maha Gauri is the eighth manifestation of Goddess Durga and she is worshipped on 8th day of Navratri. Maha Gauri is an incarnation of Maa Parvati. Being a temple of kindness, peace and morality, the goddess always listens to the prayers and needs of her devotees. She rides on a bull and has a pure white appearance. Dressed in white clothes and white ornaments, the goddess looks as white as a pearl.

Rituals Of Ashtami

Ashtami is celebrated in almost every Hindu house. With complete faith and devotion, Goddess Mahagauri is welcomed and worshipped. Chunari of red color is offered to her and Puja is conducted by the family members. As per the Puja Vidhi, idol of Mahagauri is bathed with milk, curd and water. After that, the idol is adorned with new clothes. Fresh garland, fruits, sweets, and betel leaves are also offered to honor the Devi. Also, Lord Ganesha is worshiped on this day.

Significance Of Worshiping Maha Gauri

It is believed that worshiping Maha Gauri and observing fast for her, yields fruitful results for the married women. Women follow the rituals of the day with full devotion for the peaceful and prosperous married life.

Tradition Of Kanjak Pujan

Ashtami is the day to conduct Kanjak Puja. In this Puja, 9 young girls are worshiped. Their feet are washed and red tilak is applied in their forehead. After that, Puri, Halwa and Kale Chane are served to them. These food items are considered as Prasad.

Eighth day of Navratri has its own significance and it is a very popular day for the people of North India.

To know all about Goddess Mahagauri, please go on the given link - Devi Maha Gauri

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Sensex -Nifty Astrology Predictions (07.04.2014)

Planets position on 7th April 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

Lagna in Taurus
Ketu in Aries
Sun & Venus in Pisces
Mercury in Aquarius
Mars in Virgo
Saturn & Rahu in Libra
Jupiter and Moon in Gemini

Planetary Aspects

Sun opposite Mars. Moon conjoins Jupiter. Mars opposite Sun & squares Moon. Jupiter squares Sun. Venus trines Rahu.

Panchang

Tithi: Shukla Ashtami
Nakshatra: Punarvasu
Yoga: Atiganda
Karana: Vishti

Upsurge in insurance, banking, FMCG,textiles, exports and pharma sectors will be seen.

Persons having Taurus & Capricorn moon signs / Lagna (ascendant) will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading, but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits .

Disclaimer: The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

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Day 7 Of Navratri: Goddess Kalratri Arrives Today

Kalratri Devi is the goddess to be worshiped on the seventh day of Navratri. Kalratri Devi represents the goddess of the dark night. She arrived on earth as a demon slayer and freed all beings sorrows & troubles. Read below to know more about the seventh Navratri day.

Honor The Day With Kalratri Devi

Navratri has already commenced, and today is the seventh day. Goddess Kalratri will be worshiped today. Kalratri Devi is believed to be the most ferocious among all other Durga Avatars. Her appearance is dreadful, with four hands and three glowing eyes. Her long dishevelled hair and dark complexion add more to her valor appearance. Kalratri Devi symbolizes the death of ‘Kaal’. She arrives on earth on a ‘Gadarbha’ or donkey, as a slayer of the demons. She is also known as Kali Maa. She holds a curved sabre or Kripaan in her upper right hand and a thorn like weapon in her lower right hand. Her left arms signify peaceful gestures.

If you are bounded with evil powers all around, then, today is the day to liberate yourselves. Goddess Durga has manifested herself as Kalratri to save the earth from evil forces.

Rituals To Please Kalratri Devi

Today is considered to be the ideal day for Tantriks. Tantra Puja is performed to please Goddess Kalratri and the rituals of the puja begin after midnight. The devotees should worship Kalratri Devi with no measures turned out. Tonight will be regarded as the Night Of The Siddhis. Morning Puja should be carried out in a similar mannerism as in the previous six days. Devotees also offer Madeera or alcohol to the Devi.

Mantra Of Kalratri Devi

To invoke the blessings of Kalratri Devi, you should chant this Mantra:

Ekveni Japakarnapura Nagna Kharastitha |
Lamboshthi Karnikakarni Tailabhyakta Sharirani ||
Vaampadolla Salloh Lata Kanthak Bhushna |
Vardhan Murdha Dhvaja Krishna Kalratri Bhayankari ||

To know more about the mythological legend associated with Kalratri Devi, take a look at - Devi Kalratri

Astrosage wishes you a Happy Navratri 2014!

6th Day Of Navratri: Dedicated In The Honor Of Goddess Katyayani

Today, i.e. the sixth day of Navratri is dedicated to Devi Katyayani. She removes all the troubles and sufferings of her devotees. Worship her by using the right way and observe fast for her blessing. Read on to know more about Maa Katyayani or the sixth day of Navratri.

Goddess Of 6th Day Of Navratri: Devi Katyayani

Goddess Katyayani is one among the nine forms of Maa Durga. She is worshiped on the sixth day of Navratri. This beautiful form of Goddess Durga rides on a lion. She has a radiant golden appearance, four arms, and three eyes. She is a warrior and is one of the most violent forms of Durga. She came on earth to kill the wicked demon, Mahishasura.


According to the ancient stories, she took birth on earth as the daughter of Rishi Katyayan, who did hard penance for getting the grace of Maa Durga. She was named after her father’s name Katyayan as Katyayini.

She is the one who removes arrogance, negative ego and rigidity. She removes all the sufferings and troubles of her devotees.

Rituals To Be Performed For Worshiping Devi Katyayini

For pleasing Devi Katyayini, devotees should worship her on the 6th day of Navratri. They should sit in meditation and enter in to Agya Chakra, which is the most important Chakra. Wearing red and white color cloths on this day is highly auspicious. To please the Devi, one should worship her with flowers and Mantras. Worship her with full faith and devotion to attain her blessings and Moksha.

Mantra Of Devi Katyayini

Chandra Hasojvalakara Shardul Var Vahna |
Katyayini Shubham Dadhya Devi Dan Vaghatini ||

Fasting On Sixth Day Of Navratri

Fasting for Devi Katyayini has a great significance for the unmarried ladies. It is believed that Gopis of Vrindavan worshiped Goddess Katyayani to get Lord Krishna as their husband. Unmarried girls worship Devi Katyayani for getting the groom of their choice. They observe fast and worship the goddess by chanting Mantras, before an image or idol of Devi Katyayani. They also offer her some Kumkum to get her blessings.

To know all about Maa Katyayani and the legend behind her incarnation, please visit - Devi Katyayani - Sixth Form Of Goddess Durga

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Rog & Grah : Secret Of Healthy Body Lies In Planets

Our past reflects our future. Similarly, planets in your horoscope, depict what diseases you may face in your life. Find out which Grah is the trouble creator in your healthy life. Read this article by Pt. Deepak Dubey and unveil the bond between planets and diseases.

As per astrology, the physical, mental, social and spiritual conditions or situations of one’s present life are based on his past life Karmas or deeds. The positions and conjunctions of planets in one’s horoscope (Kundali) signifies these above said conditions or situations. Since, each planet in the native’s body is a representation of some element and factors; therefore, position of that particular planet in any specific house, its conjunction or its strength, results in physical or mental illness.

हिन्दी में पढ़ने के लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें…

Below are mentioned some specific positions and conjunctions of planets, which result in various diseases.

 

Cancer

An incurable disease, let's find out which planetary positions are responsible for this disease:

1. Out of all the ascendants, natives with the Cancer ascendant have the greatest risk of this disease.
2. In Cancer ascendant, Jupiter is the main Karak (significator) of cancer. If Jupiter conjuncts with Mars and Saturn in 6th, 8th, 12th or other house’s lord then the native dies from cancer.
3. If in any horoscope, Saturn or Mars are posited in the 8th house along with Rahu or Ketu then there is a strong possibility of having cancer.
4. If 6th house lord ascendant is situated in 8th or 10th house and is aspected by malefic planets, then there is possibility of suffering from cancer.
5. If in the horoscope of any native, Sun is in 6th, 8th or 12th house, along with malefic planets then the native is likely to suffer from stomach or intestinal ulcer and cancer.
6. In native’s horoscope, if Sun is posited anywhere along with malefic planets and ascendant lord or ascendent is also under the influence of these planets, then cancer is possible.
7. If weak Moon is posited in 6th, 8th or 12th house in the signs of malefic planets and ascendant or moon is aspected by Saturn and mars then cancer occurs.

Eye Disease 

1. Ascendant lord Jupiter meaning 3-6 or Mars, if posited in sign of 1-8 then there is a strong possibility of eye diseases.
2. 8th house lord or ascendant lord, if together are situated in 6th house then deficit in the left eye is certain.
3. If Venus is posited in 6th or 8th house then there could be a deficit in the right eye.
4. If lords of 10th and 6th house along with 2nd house lord are situated in ascendant than the native loses eyesight.
5. If Mars is in 12th house then left eye and if Saturn is in 2nd house then right eye might get injured.
6. Positioning of Sun aspected by malefic planets, in Trikon, reduces the vision power of the eye.

Muteness or Dumbness

1. If lord of 2nd house along with Jupiter is present in the 8th house then there is a high possibility of being dumb.
2. If lord of Mercury and 6th house is in ascendant than the native is mute.
3. If Mercury is present anywhere in Cancer, Taurus or Pisces ascendant and is further aspected by weak moon, then the native might suffer from impediments.
4. Be it any ascendant, but if Venus is in 2nd house and is affected by malefic planet then the native has eye related trouble or will suffer from lisping.
5. If there is conjunction of 2nd house lord and 8th house lord or if the lord of 2nd house is poised with malefic planets and is aspected by 8th house lord, then native may suffer from numbness or lisping.

Tuberculosis (TB)

1. If Rahu is posited in 6th, Saturn is in Kendra from ascendant and the lord of ascendant is in eighth, there is strong possibilities of suffering with TB.
2. If Mercury is positioned in the house of moon then the possibility of having tuberculosis or leprosy increases.
3. If Mars and Saturn are aspecting ascendant then breathing troubles may develop.
4. Conjunction of Sun and Moon in the zodiac sign Cancer or Leo, results in tuberculosis.
5. If Moon is in Cancer, Capricorn, Aquarius or Pisces and Jupiter positioned in 8th house is aspected by malefic planets, then the native dies because of tuberculosis.

Dementia (Hallucination)

1. Jupiter and Mars if posited in ascendant and 7th house, respectively, then native may suffer from hallucination.
2. If Saturn is in ascendant and 1st, 5th or 7th house is associated with Mars then the native will suffer from dementia after facing hallucination.
3. Conjunction of Saturn and weak moon in 12th house also leads to hallucination.
4. Conjunction of Venus and Jupiter results in problem of hallucination in the native. On the other hand, influence of Rahu or Saturn on ascendant along with weak moon will result in dementia.

Blood Pressure

Problem of blood pressure is seen in the native, if:

1. Mars is posited in the region of Moon.
2. If Saturn is in 4th house then along with high blood pressure, native may have to deal with heart attack.
3. Be it any ascendant, if Saturn or Rahu are in 4th house and Moon is also affiliated, then native may have severe cardiac arrest.
4. In any ascendant, conjunction of 12th house lord, Moon and Venus in two houses at the same time, results in high blood pressure along with accident.
5. If in any ascendant, 4th house lord is in 8th house then the native will have high blood pressure.

Leprosy

1. If Saturn, Mars and Moon, are posited in Aries or Taurus then there's a chance of white leprosy.
2. If Moon along with Rahu is is ascendant then also leprosy occurs.
3. If Moon is in any water sign and affected by Venus then there is a complete possibility of having white leprosy.
4. Mercury in Aries, Moon in 10th house and conjunction of Saturn and Mars also gives leprosy.
5. Mercury, Moon and the ascendant lord is conjuncted with either Rahu or Ketu then Leprosy happens.

Jaundice

1. Conjunction of Sun, Mars and Saturn in ascendant, company or aspect of of benefic planets, leads to jaundice.
2. Jupiter in 8th house and debilitated Mars results in jaundice.
3. Conjunction of Rahu and Jupiter in 8th house may also result in liver related diseases.

Addiction Of Anything Results, When:

1. Malefic planet is in 12th house.
2. Jupiter is in ascendant of Capricorn
3. Ascendant lord is weak and is aspected by malefic planets.
4. Ascendant lord is posited in debilitated sign or is in its enemy sign
5. 12th house lord is in debilitated planet.
6. There is Dasha (period) or Antar Dasha (sub period) of Rahu.

Other Diseases and Planets

1. Ascendant lord is affected by malefic planets or weak Moon is posited in ascendant, then the native suffers from diseases throughout their life.
2. Ascendant or 8th house Jupiter is the Karak (significator) of obesity. Their presence in 8th house results in thyroid along with obesity.
3. Rahu, Venus or Saturn of 8th house certainly results in arthesis
4. Mercury affected by malefic planets results in disease of bile.
5. Natives of Capricorn and Aquarius ascendant definitely suffer from arthritis. If Saturn is affiliated then also there is possibility of having arthritis.
6. If ascendant lord is weak, Moon and Sun are also weak and are affected by malefic planets, then the native may suffer from suicidal thoughts.
7. Be it any ascendant, conjunction of Saturn and Moon in 8th house are capable of giving death due to some evil acts done by enemies, against the native.

Conditions

The above mentioned disease might have some other reasons too, but here only main reasons are given.

Before coming to any conclusion, get your horoscope checked by an expert astrologer.

By Pt. Deepak Dubey

5th day of Navratri: Honor The Goddess Of Fertility, Skanda Mata

Fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Skand Mata. Being the epitome of motherhood, she displays the beautiful bond between a mother and her child. Also known as Padamasani, Skand Mata is also the destroyer of evil and negativity.

Skand Mata is the Goddess who is worshiped on the fifth day of Navratri. She is also known as the mother of Skanda Kumar (Lord Kartikeya). The term Skanda means ‘one who has six heads’. These six heads are associated with five senses and mind. The goddess holds her son in her lap and has three eyes and four arms. She carries lotus in two hands and uses third hand to support her son. She uses her fourth hand for giving boon to the devotees and followers. As, she resides on lotus flower; therefore, she is also known as Padmasani. She rides on a lion and whenever negativity and injustice increases, Skand Mata comes for the rescue.

Rituals Of The Day

Rituals of fifth day of Navratri are done according to Panchopchar Pujan. As per the Puja Vidhi, the goddess is worshipped along with Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma. The atmosphere gets charged with supernatural powers which fulfills the desires of the devotees. To show respect to the Devi, fast is also observed by some devotees. As per the beliefs, mind of devotees enter into Vishuddha Chakra on this day.

Mantra Of The Day

Sinhasan Gata Nitayam Padmashrit Kardvaya |
Shubhdastu Sada Devi Skanda Mata Yashashvini ||

 Lalita Panchami Is Celebrated On The Fifth Day

On the fifth day of Navratri, Lalita Panchami is also celebrated. Goddess Lalita appeared to kill the devil Bhanda, as he was torturing the common people. It is said that worshipping Goddess Lalita on the fifth day of Navratri helps in accomplishment of all tasks and gain of worldly pleasures.

This was all about the fifth day of Navratri and its significance. Worship Maa Skanda Mata with all you can and enjoy all the joys of the world.

To know significance of Skanda Mata on Navratri, click here- Devi Skanda Mata

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Sensex -Nifty Astrology Predictions (04.04.2014)

Planets position on 4th April 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

Lagna and Moon in Taurus
Ketu in Aries
Sun in Pisces
Mercury & Venus in Aquarius
Mars in Virgo
Saturn & Rahu in Libra
Jupiter in Gemini

Planetary Aspects

Sun opposite Mars. Moon sextiles Sun. Mars opposite Sun. Mercury trines Saturn. Jupiter squares Sun. Venus trines Rahu and squares Saturn.

Panchang

Tithi: Shukla Panchami
Nakshatra: Rohini
Yoga: Aayushman
Karana: Balava

State of indecisiveness will prevail in the investors and traders’ mind. The market will close flat to positive. Petroleum, alcohol, dairy, silver and shipping sectors will keep the market going.

Persons having Aries & Sagittarius moon signs / Lagna (ascendant) will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading, but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits.

Disclaimer: The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

By Rajeev K Khattar

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