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For natives born between March 21 and April 19
Indian Star Sign: Aswini 1,2,3 & 4,Bharani 1,2,3; Krutirika 1 padas

For Aries (Mesha) Ascendant or Lagna this year is going to be good for Business/Profession, there should be enhancement in your reputation and fame. Your relations with bosses and seniors will be good. You should opt for long term investments instead of short term ones. Disputes and disharmony between spouse is possible in this year. Long distance traveling is indicated in this year. Tough time for students this year, though success with hard work is assured.

This is likely to be a hectic year for you with rapid developments in vital areas of your life. You have to do a lot this year, and there will be occasions when you will have to literally sweat it out! You should avoid complacency and easy-going attitudes, tone down the flashier side of your nature, and get back to old-fashioned hard-work in an attempt to succeed in life. This is a good year for traveling, professional progress, and studies. You might have to shoulder important responsibilities both at the career and domestic fronts this year. Some may be forced to break new grounds and start out afresh making a break from the past. Take this as an opportunity to prove your worth rather than as deadweight that curtails your freedom.

This year you are likely to be more proud and arrogant. You may face opposition from both inside and outside. You will however become popular among your friends and relatives due to your consistency in words and action. Be cautious while driving vehicles or handlings with sharp edged items as you are likely to get into accidental mishaps. Do not try to be adventurous. You have to take care of your spouse’s health and timely medical treatment is to be taken. Be prepared to face against tax official and avoid evading taxes during this year. Before signing any document, read it carefully and if needed take an expert opinion. You will get support form your family members in respect of financial matters. You seems to trust everybody and do not trust any one. Businesspeople will flourish well. Sky is the limit for your reputation. Do not neglect your personal health and proper dietary habits will guard you to some extent. Do not loose your temper and not to use harsh words.

Natives of Aswini will have to travel very frequently. Those in the field information technology will fare well. Some of the natives may get elevation in their position. Some favors may be received during the year. Natives of Bharani will be on the high side. Children will make you happy. Some of you may perform some auscipicious functions like marriage etc., Krutika natives may likely to involve in speculative activities with risks. Try to avoid as far as possible. Financial gain is indicated through trade and real estate.

For more benefits, you are advised to offer milk abhishekam to Lord Subramanya Swamy on Tuesdays and recite the moola manta ‘Om Dakshinamoothaye Swaha’ at least 11 times daily. Offer prayers to Lord Anjaneya Swamy on Tuesday with Sindur and recite Hanuman Chalisa regularly through out the year.

You have to wear white coral duly studded in a ring and wear the same after emerging the same on Tuesday. Recitation of Adityahrudayam on Sundays and donate wheat grams at least 1250 grams to a temple priest on Sunday to nullify the negative effect.

There will be increased work-loads and heightened levels of responsibility at work. Long hours, busy schedules, and frequent travels will be the order of the day throughout the year. Those on the look out for jobs or looking for change of job will get good offers. This year presents you with a taxing work schedule but will reward you with good career progress.

During the beginning of the year Ascendant lord Mars is transiting over the 3rd house in Gemini sign in retrograde motion. It should be concerned an advantage for those natives who are born under the Aries ascendant. There might be a surprisingly enhancement in your reputation and your fame would increase. Success in day to day pursuits is assured. Bhagyesh( 9th Lord) Jupiter is aspecting to ascendant as well as ascendant lord Mars, hence, there would be cherished support of destiny. Your relation would be much better with seniors and other authorities. Favor of associates and boss will boost your confidence and enthusiasm. Cherished promotion or increments will definitely take place. Till the mid of January 2008 Dhanesh ( 2nd Lord) Venus would be transiting over the 8th house in inimical sign Scorpio that's why some financial troubles might bring tensions and depression. Therefore, you should not make major investments. You should prefer to long-term investments instead of short-term investments. Conjunction of 5th lord Sun and 9th as well as 12th lord Jupiter over the 9th house till 14th of January would be helpful in regard to litigation and traveling abroad.

From 13th of April 2008 to 13th of May 2008 5th lord Sun would be transiting over the ascendant in exalted position it will bring promotion and sudden chances of gains. Although, from 28th of April 2008 to 20th of June 2008 ascendant lord Mars would be transiting in debilitated position which might be the cause for tensions and delay in important pursuits.

Those considering purchase of home or vehicle, January would be very beneficial. In fact chances are very high of acquiring land or vehicle. Investments in real-estate might be fruitful. Overall, opening of the year is going to fulfill your cherished wishes. However, you should try to curb unnecessary expenditures so that you can capable to make savings for future.

There will be good gains after hard efforts. You may consider long-term investments including housing or other such major investment avenues. Your financial luck will be excellent provided you avoid dubious speculative activities. Your good luck in the long run will be in proportion to your ethical conduct in business activities or other financial activities this year.

Travels can bring you into contact with compatible partners or new friends. However, you will have to learn to segregate time for pleasure-time activities amidst your tight schedules. Take care that you balance both vital areas of life - work and pleasure - without giving lop-sided importance to any one! Wedding bells ring for those in love.

Saptmesh (7th Lord) Venus would be transiting over the 8th house in inimical sign Scorpio till the 19th of January 2008. It would be cause of tensions and troubles as far as your married life is concerned. Probably, you would not be capable of maintaining harmonious relations with your spouse. There might be disputes and hot arguments at very small or avoidable issues. Hence, there is a need to make some changes in your attitude and way of communication. Conjunction of Saturn and Ketu over the 5th house might provide problems towards children. However, circumstances would be in your favor when Venus would be transiting in Sagittarius sign from 19th of January 2008. Therefore, during this period, you might get expected support of your spouse and other family members. Those are seeking their dream prince or princes would achieve success in their efforts. Overall, after mid of January family atmosphere would be full of happiness and prosperity.

Transit of Mars over the Gemini and transit of Jupiter over the sign of Mooltrikona will provide desired respect and reputation in your social circle.

Transit of Saturn and Ketu over the 5th house is not favorable for students. It is a tough time. Pre-planning and hard work is necessary. You have to put your best efforts so that you can perform well otherwise Transit of Saturn, Ketu and Rahu will create atmosphere of confusion. Transiting Jupiter and Mercury over the 9th house are indicating long distance traveling during the opening of the year.

Strain due to over-work and excitability might undermine your health. You are particularly prone to colds, respiratory allergies, and nervous breakdowns. Indulging in gentle yogic exercises, Tai-Chi routines, and deep breathing exercises will be of help to you.

Till the 4th of January 2008 ascendant lord Mars would be aspected by 6th lord Mercury hence, it might bring some health related problems. However, after 4th of January any major or unexpected health related problem is not indicated by planets. Only chronic or minor health problems would be there.

Important periods in the year 2008

Best period for travel: Feb 21 2008 to March 18 2008.
Best period for romance/ family matters: June 6th 2008 to July 15th 2008; August 8th 2008 to October 7th 2008.
Best period for new ventures: August 8th 2008 to October 7th 2008.

For natives born between April 20 to May 20
Indian Star Sign: Krutrika 2,3,4; Rohini 1,2,3,4; Mrugasira 1,2 padas

For Taurus (Vrishabh) Ascendant or Lagna indicates success in profession. You will be able to win over your superiors with your hard work. Promotion and other gains are entirely possible in this year. Misunderstanding between family members is possible in this year and also relations with your spouse may also not be upto the mark for you. Chances of long distance journeys are high. Students need to work hard for success , over all not a very good period for educational pursuits.

"Change" will be the theme of this year for your sign. You may have to bid good bye to persons, places, and situations that you have acquainted yourself with during the previous year. You may experience lot of travels and possibly change of job/ environment. Many natives may shift home or office this year. The shift will be a positive one designed to introduce more stability in life. The most important feature of this year is that you can experience a positive increase in the level of respect that you enjoy - whatever be your station in life. People around you will realize your true worth and this will be gladdening to you and will be a strong motivating factor for you to keep giving your best - CONSISTENTLY - as is typical of your sign!

Financially, you will witness progress during the year compared to the previous years. Inflow of income from various sources is in store. Do not leave no stone unturned and utilize every opportunity that comes into your way. There is no threat to your social honor and happiness. Take guard yourselves against your personal health. You may likely to face chronic and lingering diseases. You have to act fast as and when medical aid is necessary and any negligence will lead you more trouble. Distance yourselves from troublesome areas. Businesspersons may not gain upto their mark. On career front, you have to be more careful and diligent in the work spot as you may likely to be trapped by governmental agencies. Selective speculation may yield some gains. Some of you may get elevation and transfers of your choice. You will feel proud of your children. Keep a tract on your secret enemies. Do not confuse yourselves and confuse others. At times of need, you have to take the suggestion of your personal astrologer. Some of the natives may have to take the services of professionals. Do not use harsh words with your spouse and there may likely to have difference of opinion. Do not give scope to take the issue to the extreme level.

Natives of Krutika may undertake hard tasks. Some of you may receive honors. The long cherished ambitions will be fulfilled. Rohini natives may develop interest in literature and arts. You will likely to undertake long distance travels. If you are in the business line, you will gain reputation from Governmental organizations. Natives of Mrugasira should avoid argumentative nature else, it is sure you will invite troubles. Guard against your health against health problems.

For more benefits, you have to light a ginger oil lamp at the foot of Lord Shani Bhagavan on Saturdays and also offer prayers to Lord Hanuman with Sindhur. Recite Hanuman Chalisa regularly. Wear an 11cents diamond duly studded in a golden ring and wear the same after energizing the same on Friday and your lucky color is white.

If you have been waiting too long to get that cherished promotion, this could be the year when your dreams come true. This is an excellent year for career matters. You may get promoted and posted to a different location, or you may switch over to a more paying job on a higher designation. There could be great technological advancement or shift in work patterns in your work-place which will be another factor adding to your career progression.

Transiting ascendant lord Venus is aspecting to ascendant. Hence, it's an auspicious hint in regard to success and reputation for those people who are born under the Taurus ascendant. Till the 19th of January 2008 Venus would be transiting in Scorpio sign. Hence, during this period, those who are in service will perform excellently. You would be praised by others. You will be able to win heart of your superiors. Everybody would be in your favor. In fact, you are going to achieve respected position in your company or organization. Promotion or other monetary benefits are quite possible. However, you should be careful as Venus will move over the 8th house on 19th of January 2008; it might create some obstacles as far as your career and financial matters are concerned. Transiting Ketu and Saturn over the 4th house are indicating transfer or change in residence. Some misunderstandings in between you and your associates might take place. Due to a lack of mental peace and concentration, you might experience some obstacles and hindrances at office. Transiting Mars over the 2nd house might be cause of financial problems while at the same time since of this transit of Mars, you might earn through foreign countries and multinational firms.

From 12th of February 2008 to 7th of March 2008 ascendant lord Venus would be transiting over the 9th house and from 1st of April 2008 to 24th of April 2008 Venus would be transiting over the sign of exaltation; it would be cause of sudden monetary gains and promotion. Your name and fame would be definitely widened during this time.

From 25th of April 2008 to 19th of May 2008, Venus would be transiting over the 12th house. Hence, during this period, expenditures would be very high while sources of earnings would be very less. There is a need to be more careful from 25th of August 2008 to 18th of September 2008 as Venus would be transiting in sign of debilitation. During this period, you should not launched new and major projects.

There could be changes in financial set-up and increase in credit. There could be gain of landed property, acquisition of new vehicles, and realization of long-cherished financial goals or at least a decisive movement towards your long-term goals. Though there could be increased expenditure, your inflows will more than match the outflows. Your naturally careful attitudes with regard to money and investments will help you to make good financial progress this year.

This could be a good year for you to settle down in a stable relationship. Birth of a child in the family is likely for many Tarureans. Social life will be enjoyable and there will be lot of festivities in the family due to various auspicious events materializing for various members of your family much to your delight and satisfaction.

Transiting Ketu and Saturn over the 4th house would be cause of domestic conflicts. This transit will create disputes on small issues. Misunderstandings with other family members are quite possible. Try to maintain harmony with your parents. And try to maintain your reputation in society. You might face the situation of dilemma in your love relationship. However, mutual aspect in-between Saptmesh Mars and noble Jupiter might remove ill influences of malefic planets which are providing tensions in your married life. But there is a strong need to put your sincere efforts. You should try to make an outstanding understanding with your spouse. Since of transiting Venus at 7th and Panchmesh Mercury at 9th house, matrimonial proposals might come for those people are who are able to execute them. Overall, some hindrances are possible as far as your married life is concerned. However, you would be fully capable to convert the situations in your favor.

Some difficulties might be there in regard of education as Saturn and Ketu are transiting over the 4th house. However, due to transit of Panchmesh ( 5th Lord) Mercury over the 9th house, your hard work would be rewarded. Results might be encouraging. Hence, try to concentrate at your study. It is a not a good time for music, cinema and journeys as concentration might be divert and you may suffer due to a lack of mental peace. Chances of long distance journeys are very high. These journeys might be commercial or professional. Change of residence or native place is also possible.

You will generally enjoy good health. However, you should be more careful while driving vehicles, or handling machinery during the summer months. Those above 50 years should watch their weight and strive to keep their vital physiological statistics (Blood pressure, weight, heart-rate, etc.) within the normal range by regular walk and regulated diet.

During the first half of the January 2008, you would enjoy good health. However later when ascendant lord Venus will move over the 8th house and having mutual aspect combination with functional malefic planet Mars, you might suffer due to blood pressure, injuries, diabetes, sugar and some sexual problems. Chronic diseases will also make you depress and frustrated.

Important periods in the year 2008

Best periods for travel in 2008: May 2008, August 2008, December 2008.
Best periods for Romance, family matters in 2008: 24th May 2008 to 18th June 2008, 6th August 2008 to 30th August 2008, 24th September 2008 to 18th October 2008.
Best periods for new ventures: January 2008, February 2008, August 2008, December 2008.

For natives born between May 21 to June 21
Indian Star Sign: Mrugasira 3,4; Arudra 1,2,3,4; Punarvasu 1,2,3 padas

For Gemini (Mithuna) Ascendant or Lagna indicates some delays and tensions in important pursuits. Decisions should be taken with utmost care and caution, but due to care and caution and your past efforts things should be better for you. On personal front, you'd be getting the desired help and support from family members. Good time for love related matters. Reasonably good period for educational pursuits and examinations is indicated. Chances of long term traveling are there. Your health will be more or less good barring the initial few months of the year.

This is a slightly challenging year for Geminis. Travel plans may go haywire, important projects might get delayed, or the positive developments that you anticipated eagerly may fail to materialize as per your expectations. Regardless of the way things turn out, be sincere and truthful. This will minimize the negative effects to a great extent. Another important thing is to maintain a low profile and be discrete in all matters. Avoid risky investments, hasty moves, and impulsive behaviour this year.

Real improvements will make you happy. Siblings will be highly helpful and you may also have to support them. There will be a mutual understanding with your spouse. He/she will have a good improvement in financial and official matters. You will have a sudden inflow of income. You will get back the lost amounts. Some discomfort is inevitable till April, after which it will vanish. You may have to spend a lot for costumes and cosmetics.

Compared to previous years, this year can be termed as an excellent one in all aspects. What will you do if money pours like rainy water? Use the money in proper investments. Some of the natives may help you in guiding you to generate the income levels. Marital relationship needs to be taken care of. Do not give scope for scandals. Do not reveal your family matter to any one. Utmost care has to be exercised while driving vehicles as you are likely to involve in an accident. Act according to law of the land. If you are starting a new business, this year is a good one for you. Go ahead without any hesitation. Keep an eye on your partners in business dealings. Some of the natives may likely to change of job. Progress and prosperity are on cards. Gains in profession or business, through mother or people from the maternal side are likely. There is no threat for your reputation. Keep your valuables in a safer place. Loss of wealth, property is on cards if you are not careful. Do not use harsh words. Some of the natives may acquire jewellwary, car or a fixed asset during the year. Those in the field of legal profession will fare well.

Natives of Mrugasira should avoid reckless driving. Guard against sudden health problems and your work spot. Try to be away from fire related areas. Arudra natives will be fortunate in respect of profession. There will be initial success in public affairs. Natives of Punarvasu will get benefits due to co-born and devoted spouse. Some of you may undertake religious activities. Study growth of income is in store.

For enhanced results, you have to offer prayers to Lord Vishnu. Frequent visit to Lord Shiva temple in the evenings is advised. Offer Sri Suryanamaskarams to Lord Sri Suryanarayana Swamy on Sunday and donate wheat grams of 1250 grams to the temple priest. Regular recitation of Adityahrudayam is very helpful. You have to wear Emerald duly studded in a gold ring and wear the same after duly energizing the same. Your lucky color is Green and lucky direction is southeast.

Expected promotions or pay-raises may not materialize unless and until there are strong factors in your natal horoscope that promise such a positive development. Resist the urge to take things easy at work as you might be in for serious trouble later. Be conscientious at work and follow office procedures/ guidelines scrupulously to stay out of trouble. Resist the urge to change jobs on an impulse driven by feelings of disappointment or frustration. If you are a person who learns from hard times, the events of this year - though stressful now - will ultimately serve to improve your competencies!

Beginning of the year to 27th of April 2008 functional malefic planet Mars would be transiting over the ascendant. Later it will move over the Cancer sign. Definitely, transiting Mars over the Gemini sign till 27th of April 2008 might be cause of difficulties and anxiety. From 4th of January 2008 to 9th of March 2008 Mercury would be transiting over the 8th house. It will also bring tensions and delay in important pursuits. Decisions should be taken under utter caution. On 9th of March 2008 Mercury will move over the 9th house in Aquarius sign. It would be beneficial. There is no doubt due to transit of Mars and Mercury you might experience some obstacles as far as your professional life is concerned. However, transiting Ketu, Saturn and Jupiter are fully capable to boost your career/business and financial position. During this year, you may have finest flow of income. Sudden and unexpected monetary gains may boost your bank account. Since of your past as well as present performance, you may reap excellent financial benefits. Probably, you may have extra sources of earnings. Salary increment or any cherished business deal may also take place. If, you have any interest towards share market, speculation or horse racing etc. it is finest period, you may invest in these spheres. Mercury shows, you may reap benefits. Any good news from far off places or foreign may spread smile on your face.

From 30th of March 2008 to 14th of April 2008 Mercury would be transiting in sign of debilitation. Hence, during this period, plans of quick money making must be avoided. From 25th of August 2008 to 30th of October 2008, Mercury will transit over the sign of exaltation while from 1st of November 2008 to 18th of November 2008; Mercury will transit over the 5th house. Therefore, it would be an auspicious period in regard of career/business and finance.

You should avoid risky investment avenues based on temptation this year. Lot of you will face credit problems or liquidity issues. Expenses might mount uncontrollably due to unforeseen developments. Curb your extravagant impulses and keep spending for the essentials. You can do reasonably well if you time your investments intelligently based on the best periods hinted for your sign.

Avoid flirtatious behaviour and try to be more responsible in your attitude towards family relationships. Beware of persons who profess friendship to you with ulterior motives. This is not the best year to begin new long-term relationships/ friendships except during the months of May, June, and July. There is a possibility of others exploiting your vulnerabilities leaving you emotionally shattered later. There could be vital issues to be sorted out in the family this year.

Saptmesh ( 7th Lord) Jupiter is transiting itself in sign of Mooltrikona. It's a favorable transit of noble Jupiter as far as your family life is concerned. You will get expected support from your spouse and other family members. Your relationship will go ahead with your partner. You will make better understanding in between you and your lover/beloved. Both of you will share inner feelings and will provide best support to each other. If, you are married, you will find your spouse will be best adviser in personal and as well as professional life. If, you will follow his/her unique ideas, your planning may meet to their desired destinations. Both of you would like to for cinema and shopping. Overall, it is best period for love and romance.

Till the 19th of January 2008 Panchmesh ( 5th Lord) Venus would be transiting over the 6th house in Scorpio sign. It might create some obstacles in relation of study. Results might be disappointing. Failure in efforts is slightly possible. You would not capable to convert your talent into fruits. However, when on 19th of January 2008 Venus will move over the 7th house and conjoined to noble as well as Vidyakaraka Jupiter, you might achieve success in exams or interviews. It is the time when your performance would be outstanding. Students shall be more interested towards their studies. There is probability of your getting benefited from these efforts in studies. Chances of long distance journeys are possible. Probably you might go to foreign land.

You are prone to nervous tension, stress-induced disorders, panic attacks, absent-mindedness while driving leading to minor accidents, BP problems/ heart ailments, and general anxiety syndrome affecting the quality of your life. You should take concentrated efforts to focus yourself by meditating and by listening to good music. Try to take life as it comes without taking anything to heart.

Due to transit of 6th lord Mars over the ascendant, you might have to face some sluggish health till the 27th of April 2008. However, since of aspect of Jupiter over the ascendant as well as Mars, you will not suffer due to any dangerous injury or disease.

Important periods in the year 2008

Best periods for travel in 2008: May 2008, June 2008, and first week of July 2008.
Best periods for Romance, family matters in 2008: June 2008, July 2008, first week of August 2008, 23rd November 2008 to 7th December 2008.
Best periods for new ventures: May 2008, June 2008, July 2008, August 2008, last week of November 2008 (It is generally advisable to avoid initiation of new ventures unless there is a pressing necessity to do so!).

For natives born between June 22 to July 22
Indian Star Sign: Punarvasu 3,4; Pushami 1,2,3,4; Aslesha 1,2,3,4 padas

For Cancer (Karaka) Ascendant or Lagna there are indications of unexpected expenditure and sudden monetary losses this year. You would find it difficult to maintain harmonious relations with your boss and other authorities. People in service may have to put in more efforts to reap the benefits. People who are married should experience improvement in relations. If you are in love then you could convert your love in to marriage. You may face some obstacles in your educational pursuits. You will go to long term as well as short term traveling in this year. Due to suffering of ascendant due to paap kartari yoga you may experience some difficulties in your health this year.

Just like Arians, you will also enjoy a hectic year with lots to accomplish. This will be a good year for partnerships, initiation of new ventures, and in general for expanding your horizons and exploring new vistas. You will have productive ideas in your heads and boundless energy in your bodies, enabling you to blaze a fiery trail of success throughout the year. You will make your mark on the world by indulging in various service activities in addition to your normal official routines. The only pitfall that you should avoid this year is overconfidence. Otherwise, you will do just fine.

You have to be extremely careful while talking to others, especially at the work spot. Take care of your health. Eating habits should be regulated. Skin problems are likely if you neglect hygiene. Try to plan things perfectly before stepping out for anything. Unforeseen changes may result in chaos. Sudden luck will get you a big sum after April. Try to adjust with your spouse especially if she/he belongs to Cancer or Leo.

During this year, you may have to plan your financial planning. Heavy unexpected expenditure is in store. Some of the natives may be compelled to borrow funds. Be brave and increase the levels of self-confidence to tackle any situation. You will be moody and indecisive. Majority of your expenditure will on medical grounds may be on you or your family members. An elderly person’s health will be a source of concern to you. Keep a low profile. Do not exchange harsh words. Be polite and cordial with all. Wasteful expenditure and losses are indicated. If you are in the stock market, you may likely to loose heavy loss. Be careful in speculative activities. On career front, some of the natives may get elevation and some of you may get transfers of your choice. Those in the field of media will flourish well. Marriageable aged children will get good matches. Some of the lovebirds will come together. You have to be careful while driving vehicles or handling sharp edged items as bodily injury is indicated. Some of the natives may purchase yellow metals. Chances of getting married to a rich spouse are very bright. On career front, some of you may get new positions of power with authority is indicted. Businesspersons should be very cautious. Do not delegate powers to any one. You may get some quarrels from your partners. Be prepared to face any situation.

Natives of Punarvasu may witness this year as an excellent one. Some of you get married. However, keep an eye on your secret enemies. A chance of acquiring ancestral property is on the cards. Pushyami natives may likely to face hurdles either on health front. There may be some difference of opinion with your better half. Be careful with your subordinates at your work spot. Natives of Aslesha should not take hasty decisions. Before taking any important decision, you have to thing twice or take the advice of a professional before implementing the same.

For more benefits, you have offer prayers to Goddess Lakshmi. Worship Lord Guru, recites Guru Sloka for 30 days, and if possible perform japa to Lord Guru. Light a ginger oil lamp at the foot of Lord Shani Bhagavan on Saturday morning and offer prayers to Lord Hanuman with Sindur on the same day. Feed the physically challenged persons. Wear a pearl studded ring duly energized and your lucky color is white. Your best direction is south.

You will enjoy a successful phase in your life. Time is ripe to initiate long-term projects and ambitious ventures. You will have the initiative, drive, and energy to make success out of all your plans. Follow your gut feeling regarding career matters and be prepared to bulldoze your way through obstacles if the need arises! Goddess Luck is in your favour and you can afford a few calculated risks now. Many of you will enjoy promotions, enhanced professional status, and coveted official postings this year.

Transiting Saturn and Ketu over the 2nd house might be cause of unexpected expenditures and sudden monetary losses. There might be a tough competition with your associates. You would not be capable to maintain harmonious relations with your boss or other authorities. Those who are in service might have to put their best efforts to reap benefits. Success is not seemed easy or effortlessly. However, those are connected to multinational firms might be enjoyed their job as Panchmesh ( 5th Lord) as well as Dashmesh ( 10th Lord) Mars is transiting in 12th house. You have tremendous confidence to carry your pursuits. Your works will meet with their desired destination. You will have lot of chances of increase your income. Transiting Jupiter over the 6th house is having aspect over the 10th house as well as 10th lord Mars. Therefore, those are running their own business will have golden chances of income. Some new and very favorable deals are just waiting for you. You should not make any kinds of delay; it is definitely profitable for you. It is the right time when your business may spread according to your satisfaction.

You will enjoy Midas' Touch this year in financial matters. This could be an excellent year for investing in real-estate and in other money instruments like Mutual Funds. Lot of you will gain through unexpected sources and your financial decisions will usually come up trumps throughout the year much to your delight. However, you should avoid lending/ borrowing money or standing surety for others. Again, joint finances should be handled with care as there could be some disputes regarding shared property/ resources.

Your social life calendar seems to buzzing with interesting possibilities just like other sectors in your life. This is a good year to marry and settle down in your life. Many of you stand to gain from marital relationship - either by way of connection with influential persons related to your spouses, or by sheer good luck brought into your life by marriage. Interestingly, some of you will get relieved from stale relationships thus paving the way for future possibilities.

Transiting Saturn over the 2nd house is aspected by functional benefic planet Jupiter and natural karaka planet of martial happiness Venus is transiting over the 5th house. Therefore, your relationship would be much better with your spouse. There will be happiness in your love life. You may have very loving and deep feelings for your lover/beloved. Probably, now you may also convert your love into marriage. There are very high chances, if, you're unmarried but in love with someone, you may get married. People who are already married will enjoy each and every comforts and happiness along with their life partners. You will find out your married life is going through very pleasant mode.

Panchmesh Mars is transiting over the 12th house in retrograde motion. As a result, you might have to face some obstacles as far as your study is concerned. Probably, you would not capable to put your best. There might be some tensions and depression. However, due to mutual aspect in-between Panchmesh Mars and Bhagyesh Jupiter, your sincere efforts will bring accomplishment and encouraging fallout. Therefore, you should try to concentrate at your study. Those are preparing for any competitive interview or exam might achieve their goal as 6th lord Jupiter is transiting itself. Chances of traveling are very low during the opening of the year. However, later, you might have to go for long as well as short distance journeys.

Health picture looks quite normal except for occasional minor complaints. However, you should be careful while driving vehicles and while indulging in adventure sports. Follow all safety guidelines to the "T" when indulging in trekking, mountaineering, or activities like river-rafting especially after June 2008. You are actually entering a phase in life where fitness activities will further enhance the quality of your life.

Ascendant is suffered due to PAAP KARTARI YOGA which is created by Saturn, Ketu and Mars. Hence, you might have to face some health problems. Probably, you might have to spend a big amount of income on health problems. After month of May, you might have a relief. Therefore, there is a need to pay extra attention as far as your health is concerned.

Important periods in the year 2008

Best periods for travel in 2008:First week of March 2008, 15th June 2008 to 15th July 2008, last week of September 2008.
Best periods for Romance, family matters in 2008: January 2008, February 2008, 15th June 2008 to 15th July 2008, August 2008, December 2008.
Best periods for new ventures in 2008:January 2008, February 2008, 15th June 2008 to 15th July 2008, 6th August 2008 to 30th August 2008, second fortnight of December 2008.

For natives born between July 23 to August 22
Indian Star Sign: Makha 1, Pubba 1,2,3,4; Uttara 1 padas

For Leo (Simha) Ascendant or Lagna this year indicates delay in your important pursuits, but due to Transit of Jupiter and Mars you would be able to get good results. Your confidence will be better. Your communication skills are going to help you in getting the desired results which you are expecting. Due to jupiter's transit you'd be able to get the desired name and fame in this year. Family and Love life is going to be good for you. If you are expecting to get married in this year , then chances are bright for you as there are good indications that you'd get married in this year. You may go for official journeys. It is going to be a good year for educational pursuits for you. You may experience some health issues and as such you need to be very careful in this year.

Planetary alignments are sensitive for you this year. You should avoid excesses of any kind this year as problems arising due to over-indulgence and impulsive actions are foreseen. You should be willing to go the extra mile to salvage relationships, partnerships, and other social relationships this year. You cannot afford to "Lord it over" as people may walk out on you if you do so this year! Winding up of impractical projects is on the cards for those in business/ industry. Those in show biz may hog the limelight for the wrong reasons.

You may shift your job if you plan to. Health will be very fine throughout the year. It is better to avoid eating too many sweets. Try to be generous with subordinates. Incidents in the family may make you tense or separation may be there for good reasons. Anyhow you have to adjust with the situation. Children will excel in their studies/career. Auspicious incidents are likely to take place at home. Children may get married and the ceremony will be on a grand scale besides being traditional.

Professionally, this year is a good one. A good year for government officials and people involved in speculative fields. Do not antagonize your elders. Women may have to face difficulties on the health front. Be careful and proper medical aid is to be taken even for a minor ailment. Some of your near and dear may have hazardous health problems that may be a concern to you. Majority of your expenditure will be on medical grounds. No major health debility is indicated to you. Financial status may not improve to your expectations but you will be able to manage the situation with the help of your friends. Be away from legal problems. Distance yourselves from trouble some areas. Those in the field of garments, gems and jewels will gain more and prospects are very good. You can acquire wealth through business and business partner. Some of your wicked relatives will cause you mental tension. Be cautious on your fixed assets. If you are involved in legal battle, better get it postponed. Utmost care has to be taken in safeguarding your property including movable assets. Do not use harsh words that may result in strained relations. Be prepared to face any hurdles to come into your way.

Natives of Makha may progress in education, developing new friends and gains from various angles are indicated. Care to be taken on the health of your mother. Poorvaphalguni natives may indulge into financial problems. Proper financial planning is to taken care off. Undertake travels only in exceptional cases. Some of you may gain through women. Natives of Uttaraphalguni may enjoy with spouse and children. Doubting others may eat away your mental peace.

For more enhanced benefits, you have to visit temples of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Feed the physically challenged persons with food items. Be charitable. Propitiate Lord Vigneswara regularly. Recite Hanuman Chalisa regularly. Your lucky stone is Yellow Topaz, lucky color is yellow, and do not wear black dress. Your lucky direction is South.

Career matters may seem all uphill to many Leos this year. Put your nose to the grindstone and sweat it out, rather than looking out for alternatives. Businessmen should avoid risky new ventures throughout the year. Some of you might experience unwelcome changes in professional environment like having to serve hostile bosses, performing tasks that are not likely to be your preference, or transfer to locations that you would have rather avoided. Dig your boots in and wait for better times to come in the future rather than sulk at the seemingly suffocating circumstances.

Transiting Saturn and Ketu over the ascendant are capable to provide malefic results. There might be delay in your important pursuits. From beginning of the year to 29th of April 2008, Saturn and Ketu conjunction will provide bad results. If, remedies are done to remove ill effects of these planets, Transiting Jupiter over the 5th house and Bhagyesh Mars over the 11th house are fully capable to provide cherished consequences. So, your confidence will par excellence. You may get success in each and every attempt. You will find your way of communication is very impressive. Your associates, seniors and other people will like to provide their best support for you. In fact, since of your outstanding performance you might get honor and wealth from concerned authorities.

Jupiter is strongly indicating you might get name and fame during this month. Your relationship with your colleagues and other people will be very pleasure. DHANESH Mercury is transiting over the 5th house. It shows you will have expected monetary gains. Money may come from various sources. Sudden windfalls may also boost your financial position. If, you're interested towards, share market, lottery or other such kinds of investments, you may reap benefits in this year. Financially it will seem a very auspicious year. Your all past cherished wishes may be fulfilled.

You may not be at your best when planning finances this year. Do not start out on ambitious long-term projects this year. You should let long-term investments untouched as shuffling the funds to different venues may prove to be counterproductive. Maintain the status quo regarding financial investments as far as possible. Risky financial ventures, raising loans to finance ambitious projects, and lending large sums to others without adequate security are to be strictly avoided this year.

This is not the right year for indulging in your romantic fantasies. Tone down the flashier side of your personality as there is a risk of you being the subject of unsavoury gossips. You should strive to move with dignity in social settings avoiding noisy celebrations, promiscuous petting behaviour with members of opposite gender, and overindulgence in food/ drinks - all of which might land you in controversies. Personal relationships could also be slightly stormy this year.

Transiting Saptmesh ( 7th Lord) Saturn is aspecting to 7th house. Hence, Family atmosphere shall be very good. A pleasant trip is almost certain to take place somewhere in the middle of this period. Begining of the year is very favorable for love affairs as Panchmesh ( 5th Lord) Jupiter and Bhagyesh Mars are having mutual aspect combination. Besides of it, 2nd as well as 11th lord Mercury and ascendant lord Sun are conjunct with Panchmesh Jupiter. Therefore, if, you're in love with someone, there are golden chances of getting marriage. Those are single and looking for someone, might meet their right choice. Overall, it is a favorable year for family and love related matters. However, transiting Rahu over the 7th might create some obstacles or tensions.

Panchmesh ( 5th Lord) Jupiter is transiting over the 5th house while Bhagyesh (9th Lord) Mars is transiting over the 11th house; therefore, this is very auspicious combination in regard of study or exams. You may get encouraging success in study. If, you're preparing for competitive exam; success may meet you. You shall develop an inclination towards the learning of profound and mysterious subjects. You might get associated with subjects like -Astrology, Tantra-Mantra, etc and other occult sciences, philosophy and research. You might get opportunity to do specialization on some subject. You may have chances of short as well as long distance journeys. Probably, these journeys may official and fruitful.

Maintain moderation in food and drinks to maintain good health. You are prone to put on a lot of flab if you are not disciplined in your food intake. Regular exercise is needed to maintain good health. You should avoid getting restive when things fail to go as per your plans; learn to live things and wait for better periods to come in the future with lots of hope and positive anticipation. Maintaining equanimity will help you to maintain good health.

After 14th of January 2008, you might have to experience some health problems as ascendant lord Sun would be transiting over the 6th house. Hence, take diet properly and pay more attention at your health.

Important periods in the year 2008

Best periods for travel in 2008: April 2008, July 2008, August 2008, October 2008, November 2008.
Best periods for Romance, family matters in 2008: July 2008, August 2008, October 2008, November 2008.
Best periods for new ventures in 2008: April 2008, October 2008, November 2008.

For natives born between August 23 to September 22
Indian Star Sign: Uttara 1,2,3; Hasta 1,2,3,4; Chitta 1,2 padas

For Virgo (Kanya) Ascendant or Lagna indicates expansion in trade and business. Sudden unexpected gains are also possible. You may get in to contact with high officials and authorities. Your name and fame will increase. Good time for buying land, vehicle etc. Not a favorable year for love related issues, though your family life will be much better. Success in exams and competitions is not assured and you may have to provide your best for success. Long term traveling may also not be possible, though a few short journeys are possible in this year. During mid of year health may get sluggish for you.

You have a mixed bag of fortunes this year. The year might begin with challenging circumstances or increased responsibilities, the middle part of the year will see you performing well amidst highly demanding schedules, and the end of the year will be the reward phase where all your efforts and dedication will pay off rich dividends. Quite a "poetic justice" scenario on the cards! You will shoulder major responsibilities this year and win accolades for the way you have handled things. A highly productive year that will leave you feeling satisfied with what you have achieved.

Fame will increase. You are likely to step into visual media, which will get you good name and thus further contracts will be signed. Health and financial position of your spouse will be very fine. You may have to give up or at least relax your adamant principles to adjust with others. Be careful not to spend on unnecessary things. Be careful with your belongings, especially while traveling. Tours and travel may be inevitable. Anyhow, you will get benefits through them.

During the year, you will be fortunate through short travels, correspondence and communications. Financial gains through various angles will add your bank balance in a most unexpected way. You will enjoy a very good family life. Cordial atmosphere prevails at domestic front. Try to avoid too many risks. Exercise more care on your personal health. On financial front, utilize every opportunity that comes into your way. There will not be any dearth of funds. Financially, this year can be termed as a good year. If you are in the stock market, you will gain considerable profits. Businesspersons will flourish well. On career front, some of your may get elevation with financial gain. Do not change your present job. Some of your close friends may be in trouble. Maintain distance from trouble some areas. You may purchase yellow metals and ornaments to your spouse. Long standing problems will get solved. Distance yourselves from women especially as your social image is likely to be tarnished.

Natives of Uttaraphalguni may have big aims and ambitions that will be fulfilled during the year. There is no threat to your social honor. Some of you are likely to be inclined in religious activities. Hasta natives will succeed in academic areas. You should be away from quarrelsome areas. Increased fortune is on the cards. Natives of Chitta may gain a good ranked position. Control your expenditure and do not take any hasty decisions. Change of residence is indicated.

For increased benefits, you have to perform japa to Guru. Recite Guru Stothra regularly will increase your prospects. Light a til lamp at the foot of Lord Shani Bhagavan on Saturday and offer sindur puja to Lord Hanuman on the same day. Recitation of Guru Sloka and Hanuman Chalisa is an added advantage. Your lucky stone is Emerald and lucky color is green. Your lucky direction is southwest. Treat your life partner with respect.

You will do well if you pay more attention to your job and are extra-cautious in all matters. Saturn in you sign highlights the need to work hard and shoulder more responsibilities than usual. Think of additional work as opportunity given to prove your mettle and you will do just fine. Positively, you have good chance to get favourable postings, prestigious assignments, and the chance to indulge in service to others during the course of your official routines.

Transiting ascendant lord Mercury over the 4th house till 4th of January 2008 is having aspect over the 10th house while after 4th of January 2008 Mercury will move over the 5th house and having aspect over the 11th house. Hence, you will be quite comfortable in this period. An expansion of business/trade etc. is likely to take place. Sudden unexpected gains are also possible. You will come into contact with higher officials and authorities. Your fame and reputation will be on an increase. A change in business or promotion is likely to take place. Due to transit of Jupiter over the 4th house in sign of Mooltrikona, The planetary position is very auspicious for buying/selling land, house, vehicle etc.

A balanced state of mind is indicated and over all happiness will be there. During this year, you will be extremely happy and some auspicious ceremony could also take place in your family. Your income will increase and your contact with senior or government authorities will improve. By dint of your skill, you would be able to handle even adverse situation. However, transiting Mars over the 10th house is having aspect over the ascendant; so, you might suffer due to some mental tensions and anxiety. Try to do some remedies to remove ill effects of unfavorable Mars.

There could be some worrisome financial hang-ups occasionally, but nothing too serious and nothing that you can't handle. Money comes in only by dint of hard-work and not by luck; thankfully, there is no ill-luck factor to siphon off your resources also! Avoid speculative activities and investing in risky ventures (a Virgo won't do that; still a word of caution will not be out of place). Ancestral property matters can be resolved amicably this year. Some of you stand a good chance to gain from royalties, estates, or other such ancestral sources.

Many of you will finally make up your minds to tie the nuptial knot this year. This is a good year for entering into new long-term relationships. Interesting possibilities are foreseen for the single natives of this sign. Married natives looking forward to go the family-way stand good chance of conceiving this year. There will be a good opportunity to come into contact with compatible persons in the course of your official duties/ travels. Though your social calendar cannot be termed as "hectic and happening", it is expected to be "highly satisfying.".

You will be quite comfortable and general happiness will be there. Family atmosphere will be harmonious. You will enjoy good relationships with your parents. Marital bliss is assured. You will be inclined to spend on luxuries. An auspicious ceremony could also be celebrated. However, due to transit of Saturn over the 12th house, this is not a favorable year for love affairs. You might have to face defamation. You might face the situation of dilemma in your love relationship.

Students shall have to work very hard in their studies. Try to abstain from mental tension. Students shall not take interest in their studies as Panchmesh Saturn is transiting over the 12th house along with Ketu. Cherished success in exams or competitive exams is not assured. However, you might achieve success. If you will put your sincere efforts as Vidyakaraka Jupiter is transiting over the sign of Mooltrikona and having aspect over the Panchmesh Saturn. Chances of traveling are less. However, a few short distance journeys might take place.

Elderly natives of this sign might suffer from bouts of absent-mindedness (some may even go missing for a short time much to the anxiety of other family members; but of course, they will return), giddiness, and arthritic pains. All natives should take special efforts to maintain regular dietary and sleep routines. Health picture will be normal if you avoid overstraining yourself.

10th of August 2008 to 24th of September 2008, you might have to suffer due to some major health problems.

Important periods in the year 2008

Best periods for travel in 2008: August 2008 is the best month for scheduling your vacation travel. Travels during the rest of the year might be more business-like rather than for pleasure!.
Best periods for Romance, family matters in 2008: Again, August 2008 is the best month. April 2008, September 2008, and second half of December 2008 are also good periods.
Best periods for new ventures in 2008: April 2008, May 2008, August 2008, September 2008, second half of December 2008.

For natives born between September 23 to October 22
Indian Star Sign: Chita 3,4; Swati 1,2,3,4; Visakha 1,2,3 padas