Parshuram Jayanti - Recall The Symbol Of Strength & Morality

Today, i.e April 21, 2015, is Parshuram Jayanti, the birthday of Lord Parshuram, who was the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Popularly known as Ram with axe, Parshuram is the symbol of strength, knowledge, and morality. Let’s unveil some really interesting facts of Parshuram’s life, with this article.

Parshuram Jayanti is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Parashuram, who is popularly known as the sixth manifestation (Avtar) of Lord Vishnu. Born in a Brahmin family, Parshuram was the fifth son of saint Jamadagni and Renuka. With a well built physique, he was a man of strength and immense power. With his devotion and Tapasya (Penance), Parshuram pleased Lord Shiva. As a result, Shiva gave him an axe to be used as his powerful weapon. Being a great warrior, Parshuram lived and stood for the rights of humanity, throughout his life. It is said that the day of Parshuram Jayanti is so pious that, any work done on this day yields fruitful results. So, it won’t be wrong to say that Parshuram Jayanti is the day when you can undertake any task, new venture or auspicious activity.

What Does Parshuram Means?

The term Parshu means ‘axe’ and Rama symbolizes Lord Ram. Therefore, combining this terms together means, Lord Ram with axe.

When Is Parshuram Jayanti Celebrated?

As per the western calendar, Parshuram Jayanti falls in the month of May. Hindu calendar celebrates this day on the third day of the bright half of the Vaishakh month.

Mythological Episodes Associated With Lord Parshuram

Let’s discuss in brief one of the very famous legend associated with the birth of Lord Parshuram.

As per the story given in Harivansh Puran, once there was a city known as ‘Mahishmati Nagri’. The ruler of the city was Kartavirya Arjuna, who was a cruel king. Distressed by his torture, once Goddess Earth went to seek help from Lord Vishnu. On this, Lord Vishnu consoled her saying that he would end the Kshatriyas kingdom after taking birth as the son of saint Jamadagni. Keeping his words, the lord took birth in Jamadagni’s home and incarnated as Lord Parshuram to end the Kshatriya kingdom.

Parshuram Jayanti Celebrations

Parshuram Jayanti is celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm by the Hindu community. This is one of the major days for the Hindu people and therefore, to celebrate Parshuram Jayanti, following activities are done on this day:

1. Devotees organize Parshuram Shobha Yatra in the honor of Lord Parshuram.
2. Havan, Satsang and Kathas are also.
3. Bhandars are also organized to serve people with Prasad (sacred food) and other food items.
4. To honor Lord Parshuram, fast is also observed by some people.
5. Devotional programs are witnessed in many regions in devotion of Lord Vishnu

So, this was all about Parshuram Jayanti and the journey of Parshuram’s life. We hope that this article have helped you in knowing a lot more about Lord Parshuram.

May 2014 - Month Decked With Sprinkling Sunshine

Welcome to the AstroSage's monthly newsletter. It’s May, a month that brings longevity for husbands, when wives observe Vat Savitri Vrat. May also indicates the time for the flowers to emerge & bloom. It’s a festive occasion, when the crops begin to sprout.

A Quick Look In Facts About May

Named after: The Greek Goddess, Maia, the Goddess of fertility

Flower of the month: Lily of the valley & Hawthorn

Birthstone of the month: Emerald

Sun Sign of the month: Taurus (May 1- May 20) & Gemini (May 21 - May 31)

Welcome May With May Day

May begins with May Day on the day one of the month. Known as the day to welcome spring, to stand for the rights of the labors, this day is truly festive in most of the countries. Call your friends, set up bonfire, plan a beautiful evening, as it’s a call for some feast. In most of the countries, May Day is the day for holiday.

Ladies! Fetch Blessings For Your Husbands Through Vat Savitri Vrat

May 28 is a very pious day, as it is the day when every Hindu woman can earn blessings, health, and wealth for her husband. Speciality of this day is to observe Vat Savitri Vrat and worship Vat (Bargad) tree. Dress beautifully in your traditional wears with those red bangles around your wrist, signifying the prestigious bond of your marriage. Strengthen the bond of your love on this pious day.

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Important Dates of May, 2014

• 01 May - May Day, Chhatrapati Shivaji Jayanti, Parashurama Jayanti, Balarama Jayanti 
• 02 May - Matangi Jayanti, Akshaya Tritiya
• 03 May - Vinayaka Shree Ganesh Chaturthi, Shri Banglamukhi Jayanti
• 04 May - Shri Aadi Jagat Guru Shankaracharya Jayanti, Sri Ramanujacharya Jayanti, Shri Surdas Jayanti, Mercury in Taurus
• 05 May - Chandan Shashthi (Bengal)
• 06 May - Ganga Saptami, Gangotpati Madhyahan Ganga Puja
• 07 May - Shree Durga Ashtami, Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti, Buddha Ashatmi
• 08 May - Janki Jayanti, Sita Navami, Chandika Navmi
• 09 May - Vasavi Jayanti
• 10 May - Mohini Ekadashi Vrat
• 11 May - Rukmani Dwadashi 
• 12 May - Som Pradosh Vrat
• 13 May - Narsingh Chaturdashi, Chhinnamasta Jayanti, Pushkar Devi Jayanti, Kadli Vrat (Gujarat), Narasimha Jayanti
• 14 May - Snan Daan Vrat Purnima, Buddha Purnima, Chitra Purnima
• 15 May - Jyeshtha Krishna Paksha Begins, Summer Season Begins, Sun in Taurus
• 16 May - Shree Narad Jayanti Veena Daan
• 17 May - Sankashti Shree Ganesha Chaturthi
• 20 May - Mahapanchak Begins
• 21 May - Durgashtami, Shree Sheetla Ashtami Vrat
• 22 May - Shree Durga Ashtami & Kashi Se Purva mei Navami, Trilok Ashtami (Bengal)
• 23 May - Mercury in Gemini
• 24 May - Achla Ekadashi Vrat, Bhadrakali Ekadashi Vrat (Punjab), Jal Krida Ekadashi, (Orissa), Apara Ekadashi
• 25 May - Maha Panchak Ends
• 26 May - Som Pradosh Vrat, Masik Shivratri, Vat Savitri Vrat Begins 
• 27 May - Vat Savitri Vrat Ka Dwitiya Sanyam, Savitri Chaturdashi (Bengal)
• 28 May - Shraddha Amavasya, Vat Savitri Vrat Ki Amavasya, Phalaharini Kalika Pujan, Shani Jayanti
• 29 May - Jyeshtha Shukla Paksha Begins, 10 Days Ganga Dussehra Festival Begins
• 31 May - Maharana Pratap Jayanti

Important Muhurat of May, 2014

• Annaprashan Muhurat in May
• Namkaran Muhurat in May
• Chaul Mundan Muhurat in May
• Vidhyarambh Sanskar Muhurat in May
• Vivah Muhurat 2014 in May
• Karnvedha Muhurat in May
• Griha Pravesh Muhurat in May
• Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga Muhurat in May
• Amrit Siddhi Yoga in May
• Pushya Amrit Yoga Muhurat in May

Service Of The Month

Baby Name Suggestions

So, you are going to become new parents soon or are going to welcome your another baby. Plans about welcoming your little bundle of joy are swirling around. Shopping is also going on, but did you miss something? What will you call your new family member? How to get the ideas about a meaningful name? Well, here we are with Baby Name Suggestions. Choose and pick the best name for your baby with AstroSage. 

Enhance Your Career Opportunities

Whether a guy or a girl, a good career with rising graph is the aim of us all. In this competitive world where ‘Survival of the fittest’ goes on, getting a good job and sticking it for long is not easy. So, how will you do in your profession? When will you get the right job? Are you already in it or miles away? Solve these queries with our Career Report Service. 

We had this all for the month of May. Utilize the best of this information and have a wonderful time ahead!

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Sensex -Nifty Astrology Predictions (30.04.2014)

Planets position on 30th April 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

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

Planetary Aspects

Moon sextiles Venus and opposite Saturn. Mars squares Jupiter. Mercury conjoins Sun & opposite Saturn. Jupiter sextiles Moon, Sun & Mercury. Venus trines Saturn. Saturn trines Jupiter.

Panchang

Tithi: Shukla Pratipada 

Nakshatra: Bharani 

Yoga: Saubhagya 

Karana: Bava

Prudent investors will make use of the low sentiments and will start value investing in the beaten stocks at low rates, thereby, closing the indices in green. Buying interest will be observed in silver, jewelery, travels, hotels, FMCG and banking stocks.

Persons having Pisces & Scorpio 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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May Horoscope 2014: Welcome Summer With Love

May 2014 horoscope of AstroSage is right here by Pt. Hanumman Mishra. Saying goodbye to those chilly winds of winter, it’s the time to cherish summer. One corner of the world is cherishing spring and the other is autumn. Let’s see what astrology says about this gorgeous month of May.

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“And a bird overhead sang Follow, 

And a bird to the right sang Here;

And the arch of the leaves was hollow, 

And the meaning of May was clear.” 

- Algernon Charles Swinburne

Note: These predictions are based on your Moon sign.

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Aries

Arians, your stars indicate that the first half of the month is just average. But your self-confidence will be shooting high. You might get honored by some organization or even government. Apart from this, you may go on a short trip. A little of your hard work can make these trips fabulous. If we talk about health, not only you, even your family looks sensitive. I would suggest you to take special care. On the other hand, your finances also need some special attention. Even in the second half of the month, you need to be really cautious with your finances as well as family matters. Some health troubles may continue from the first half.

Remedy: If you want to eliminate all the side effects of the afflicted planets, offer water to the Lord Sun.

Taurus

Taureans, you need to be really cautious in almost everything at the beginning of this heated month. You need to control your craziness while doing anything. If we talk about work or business, you need to behave quite controlled as well as disciplined. Be polite and act intelligently while dealing with people. And avoid any unimportant expenditure. If we move to the next half of the month, most of your problems seem to be settling down, gradually. Respect and honor in society will increase. You may go on a profitable journey. But, during this time too, you will have to take good care of your health along with the health of your family members.

Remedy: If you want to get rid of all the bad effects of afflicted planets, donate gram lentils in a temple.

Gemini

Geminis, first half of the month looks quite positive for you. Looks like, almost all of your important tasks will be accomplished in this time. Your admirers will come in front in your support. During this time, you may make some profitable deals. Even for love life, this time is quite positive. Income will increase. You will also get benefits by traveling around. However, second half of the month might be full of expenditure. You need to take special care of your health during this time.

Remedy: As a remedy to tough times, avoid consuming non-vegetarian food and alcohol.

Cancer

The entire month of May is positive for you. In the first half of the month, you will do great in work or business. You will get support of the elder ones. You may go on some corporate journeys during this time. This time also looks quite good for financial matters. On the other hand, beneficial situations will be strong in the second half of the month. You may get some good profitable offers. Time is also quite beneficial for married life. You may get bliss and wealth from journeys.

Remedy: As a remedy to tough times, flow milk in the running water.

Leo

So Lions, looks like the beginning of the month doesn’t have much for you. Just an average start. Some distant journeys are possible. However, there are not much prospects that they will be successful. But, you may meet some people sitting on higher positions, who will also be beneficial for you. Nevertheless, it will be most important for you to take good care of your parents’ health. Time is positive for financial matters. On the other hand, second half of the month looks quite awesome for your work or business. Journeys will be successful. You will get rid of all the financial troubles.

Remedy: As a remedy to tough times, I would suggest you to donate milk.

Virgo

The days coming under first half of the month are not holding much positivity for you. Some troubles may come suddenly. Try to be in good terms with your relatives. Take good care of your health. Keep yourself away from immoral activities. Avoid accepting suspicious deals. Take any decision after thinking properly about it. In the second half of the month, your troubles will be vanished to quite a good extent. You will get success in your work. Financial situation will improve. You may go on a religious journey.

Remedy: As a remedy to tough times, flow jaggery in the running water.

Libra

You need to be really cautious throughout this month. If you are planning to take a business related decision, you need to keep a good hold over your thoughts and actions during this time. You may also stay stressed due to some domestic issues. This time may make you mentally sick due to stress. So, take good care of yourself while leading a disciplined life. Even the second half of the month seems to be bringing difficulties to you. So, during this time too, you need to act very cautiously.

Remedy: As a remedy to tough times, bury a square piece of copper in land.

Scorpio

Scorpions, looks like the start of this month is quite grand. You will get rid of all your old troubles. This is the time when you will be successful in defeating all your opponents. You will get success in all your endeavors. Even the situation at work will improve. Respect and honor will increase. Good prospects of promotion can be seen. It looks like the first half of the month is quite positive for you. However, in the second half of the month, you will have to be a bit cautious. Along with work and business, you will have to take good care of your health.

Remedy: As a remedy to difficulties, serve jaggery to the monkeys.

Sagittarius

Almost the entire month will be auspicious for you. During this time, you will welcome your life with great zeal and gusto. You may also go on a journey suddenly. But, this time is not that positive for love matters. On the other hand, second half of the month will be solving all your troubles and will come along with success. You will get rid of troubles. Your respect and honor in society will increase. Looks like your money vending machine is going to work a little better. After all, your job is on the road to create a paradise for you. You may also get promotion.

Remedy: As a remedy to tough times, pour some drops of mustard oil on the floor.

Capricorn

Capricorns, you might not get everything in your favor this month. With the start of the month till the mid way, you may have to work harder, which may make you feel exhausted. This may also affect your work efficiency. Most of the bad stuff look cool, you might get prompted to opt for one. Home might not be your calmest place ever, some adventure is waiting there too. Some monsters have been installed on the roads, this is your driving test. As soon as you cross the mid of this month, things will start settling down. Still, caution is required.

Remedy: If you will serve food to the people who are visually impaired, it will be great.

Aquarius

The beginning of the month is coming with the support of heavenly angels. Some small journeys might lend you a helping hand in moving toward success. Wealth will be showered on you. Your body will feel the ecstasy of flawless health. As soon as you cross the half of this month, some pending files of work may open up. There is quite a possibility that this may exhaust you. Your home, the only place where you expect to be in peace, might give you some stress. Try to hold yourself from being into any immoral or illicit activity. You also need to drive carefully.

Remedy: To pacify the malefic effects of your planetary position, donate rice.

Pisces

Beginning of the month might not be that good comparatively. Familial life might not run smooth. This is the time for taking special care of your wealth. Making any investment during this time might be a risky affair for you. If we talk about your health, eyes and mouth are more prone to ailments. But, the second half of the month will be eliminating all your troubles. You may get benefit out of a journey. Positivity will prevail in financial matters. Health will also be fine.

Remedy: Donate coconut oil at a pious place to stay at bay from any sort of trouble.

Friends, this was all I had for you this month of May. Have a fun-filled time. I am going back to make some more predictions for you. We put our best efforts in creating a beautiful future for all of you. Have a great time ahead!

Namastey!

By Pt. Hanumman Mishra

Kankanakriti Surya Grahan (April 29, 2014)

Today, i.e. on April 29, 2014 is Kankanakriti Surya Grahan. If an eclipse can scale down the supreme power of Sun, then how can it affect our lives? Want to know more about today’s Surya Grahan? Read on this article...

Kankanakriti Surya Grahan refers to Annular solar eclipse. Every year Surya Grahan is observed from two to five times a year. These Surya Grahans are categorized into different categories such as partial solar eclipse (Anshik Surya Grahan), Annular solar eclipse (Kundalakaar/Kankanakriti Surya Grahan), total solar eclipse (Purna Surya Grahan), and hybrid solar eclipse (Sankarit Surya Grahan). On April 29, 2014, annular solar eclipse (Kundalakaar/Kankanakriti Surya Grahan) is going to be witnessed.

Surya Grahan occurs only on the New Moon Day, when earth, Moon, and Sun comes in a straight line and Moon comes in between earth and Sun. Occurrences of different Surya Grahan or solar eclipse depends on the different positions of Moon in between earth and Sun, and also on the different distances among them.

Annular Solar Eclipse Or Kankanakriti Surya Grahan

Latin word ‘Annulus’ means ring and Hindi/Sanskrit word ‘Kankan’ means bangle, that is why it is known as ring shaped solar eclipse or Kankanakriti Surya Grahan. During Kankanakriti Surya Grahan, Moon covers only the center part of Sun. Therefore, the remaining part of Sun seems like a ring, formed around Moon. This formation occurs when Moon is quite far from earth.

Because of appearance of ring or Kankan (bangle) in the sky, the eclipse is known as Kankanakriti Surya Grahan.

Visibility Areas of Kankanakriti Surya Grahan 2014

The spectacular view of Kankanakriti Surya Grahan in 2014 can be best seen from a limited area of Antarctica. The Surya Grahan in form of partial Solar eclipse or Anshik Surya Grahan will be visible from Australia, parts of Southern Indonesia, and parts of Southern Indian Ocean.

What is Sutak?

Sutak is a duration of inauspicious time before Grahan, that can last for up to 4 Pahars (specific duration of a day). It is believed that the atmosphere starts getting contaminated with harmful elements during Sutak. We should follow some precautions during Sutak or Grahan, to minimize the bad effects of Grahan.

Do's Of Grahan And Sutak

Follow the instructions given below to know the tasks that you should perform, in order to minimize the bad effects of Surya Grahan:

1. Chanting of some sacred Mantras such as Gayatri Mantra, Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, or Surya Stotra is considered as auspicious.
2. Meditation is also considered as good.
3. It is good to stay indoors.
4. Take bath after Grahan and sprinkle holy water throughout the home and workplace.
5. Pregnant ladies should take extra care of themselves

Don’ts Of Surya Grahan And Sutak

Do not perform things given below, to avoid the bad effects of Surya Grahan:

1. Cooking and eating of food.
2. Cutting and chopping of raw materials.
3. Sexual intercouse should be avoided.
4. Don't watch solar eclipse with naked eye.

Surya Grahan might produce some bad effects on your health. So, follow these instructions to stay protected from the bad effects of Surya Grahan. Have a safe and happy Surya Grahan.

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Sensex -Nifty Astrology Predictions (29.04.2014)

Planets position on 29th April 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

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

Planetary Aspects

Sun conjoins Moon. Mars squares Jupiter. Mercury conjoins Sun & Moon and opposite Saturn. Jupiter sextiles Sun & mercury.Venus trines Saturn.

Panchang

Tithi: Amavasya

Nakshatra: Bharani

Yoga: Aayushman

Karana: Naga

Astrologically mixed signals are seen. It seems tug of war between the bears and the bulls will see volatility in the market today. Better not to trade today.

Persons having Pisces & Scorpio 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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Weekly Sensex - Nifty Predictions (28/04/2014 – 02/05/2014)

Weekly Planetary Position

During the week, Moon will be transiting in Pisces, Aries & Taurus. Sun, Ketu & Mercury in Aries. Mars in Virgo. Venus in Piqsces. Lord Saturn & Rahu in Libra. Jupiter in Gemini, Pluto in Sagittarius. Neptune in Aquarius & Uranus in Pisces.

BE CAUTIOUS: With the change in planetary position, the trend of the Market has changed now & astrological position for continuance bull run since last 6 weeks will be over. It will be again now sell on every rise.

FOLLOWING SECTORS WILL BE RECEIVING ASTROLOGICAL SUPPORT:

TECNOLOGY Sector will continue getting astrologically support. Buy Tech Mahindra, TCS, Infosys & HCL Tech, Hexaware, Infosys, Mindtree & KPIT etc on dips. This sector was predicted last week also & during the week – HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, Hinduja Global, KPIT & RS Software ect moved up by 3.2-16%.

INFRASTRUCTURE sector will also continue getting strong astrological support. Buy IRB Infra, Punj Lloyd, GMR Infra, NCC, Lanco, Emami Infra & Simplex Infrastructure etc on dips. This sector was predicted last week also & during the week & during the week – HCC, LITTLE, NCC, Era Construction, MBL Infra & Simplex Infrastructure ect went up by 8-38% from weekly low.

PHARMA sector will be receiving astrological support. Buy Divis Lab, Dr Reddy, Auro Pharma, Biocon, Ranbaxy & Glenmark ect on every decline.

AUTO sector will also receiving astrological support. Buy Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti, Hero Moto, Eicher Motor & TVS Motor ect on every decline.

MINING / DRILLING sector will also be receiving astrological support. NDMC, Ashapur Mining Orissa Minerals, Dolphin Offshore & Selan exploration etc on dips.

Always be very cautious, when some main planets i.e. Rahu, Ketu, Jupiter & Lord Saturn are changing their houses. It may be that certain sectors which were continuously getting support for long time may stop receiving support due to change in position by above planets & stocks of those sectors starts coming down, resulting in losses. This is common reason, why most people loss money.

One should trade only in the stocks of that sectors which are getting very strong astrologically support.

Sectors which get very strong ASTROLOGICAL support are not normally affected by downfall in the market.

By Satish Gupta

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