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Kharmas

Astro Ritu BhatiaFebruary 8, 2025March 27, 202512 mins

Kharmas: An Inauspicious Period in Hindu Calendar What is Kharmas? Kharmas is a period in the Hindu calendar when the Sun transits through Sagittarius (Dhanu) or Pisces (Meena). It is believed that during this time, auspicious activities like marriage, housewarming, and business deals should be avoided. This period occurs twice a year—once in December-January and…

Mahakumbh mela in Prayagraj 2025

Astro Ritu BhatiaJanuary 21, 2025January 29, 202506 mins

Mahakumbh Mela: A Sacred Confluence of Faith, Culture, and Astrology The Mahakumbh Mela is the epitome of India’s spiritual and cultural heritage, renowned as the world’s largest religious gathering. Celebrated every 12 years at one of four sacred locations—Prayagraj (Allahabad), Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nasik—it attracts millions of devotees, saints, ascetics, and pilgrims seeking spiritual upliftment….

Guru (Jupiter): The Teacher and Benefactor Among Navagrahs

Astro Ritu BhatiaNovember 30, 202407 mins

Guru (Jupiter): The Teacher and Benefactor Among Navagrahas In Vedic astrology, Guru, also known as Jupiter, is one of the most auspicious and powerful of the Navagrahas (nine planets). It is known as the Devguru, or the gods’ teacher, and represents knowledge, wisdom, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Its loving and expansive energy has a significant…

Mars as a Navagraha, The Warrior Planet

Astro Ritu BhatiaNovember 20, 202408 mins

Mars, also known as Mangal or Kuja in Vedic astrology, is one of the nine celestial bodies (Navagraha). As a fire planet, it symbolises energy, action, and resolve. Mars represents the raw power and courage required to overcome hurdles, making it a significant planet for understanding a person’s motivation and ability to tackle obstacles. It…

Rahu: The Shadow Planet and Its Significant Role in Astrology

Astro Ritu BhatiaNovember 18, 202418 mins

Rahu, one of the Navagrahas (nine planets) in Vedic astrology, is a mysterious and enigmatic power that is frequently misunderstood due to its complexity. Unlike the real planets, Rahu is a shadow planet that represents the northern node of the Moon and has a profound impact on human life and destiny. Its impact is profound,…

Guru Nanak Jayanti: A Spiritual Message

Astro Ritu BhatiaNovember 16, 202405 mins

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of ten Sikh Gurus. This auspicious day is honoured on the full moon of the Kartik month, which usually occurs between October and November. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in…