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Ketu Mahadasha (7 Years): Effects, Antardasha and Remedies

A clear guide to the seven-year Ketu Mahadasha in Vedic astrology—what the period is, how its antardashas unfold, the themes it raises, and the remedies tradition prescribes.

Chidambaram Velayudham13 Oct 20259 min read
Vedic Astrology

Rahu in 9th House: Meaning and Impact on Each Sign

A clear Vedic reading of Rahu in the Dharma Bhava—what the placement means for faith, travel, learning and fortune, and how it tends to express for each lagna.

Saraswathi Venkataraman11 Oct 20258 min read
Vedic Astrology

Sun Mahadasha (6 Years): Impact, Antardashas and Remedies

Surya Mahadasha in the Vimshottari system lasts six years and is classically linked with authority, self-identity and the father. This guide sets out its structure, house effects, antardasha

Anantharaman Krishnamurthy11 Oct 20258 min read
Vedic Astrology

Moon Mahadasha (10 Years) – Effects & Remedies

A clear guide to Chandra Dasha in the Vimshottari system: its ten-year span, nine antardashas, house and lagna patterns, and the remedies classical practice prescribes for the Moon.

Chidambaram Velayudham10 Oct 20259 min read
Vedic Astrology

Rahu in 8th House: Hidden Mysteries, Effects & Remedies

When Rahu occupies the eighth house, Vedic tradition reads a chart of transformation, secrecy, longevity and the occult. Here is how the placement is understood, and the remedies classical p

Saraswathi Venkataraman10 Oct 20258 min read
Vedic Astrology

Ketu in 8th House: Hidden Depths in Vedic Astrology

When Ketu occupies the 8th house, Vedic astrology reads a placement of karmic depth, detachment and interest in the unseen. This article sets out the classical themes, marriage notes, Navams

Chidambaram Velayudham09 Oct 20258 min read
Vedic Astrology

Mars Mahadasha (7 Years): Understanding Fiery Mangal Dasha

Mars Mahadasha, or Mangal Dasha, is the seven-year Vimshottari period ruled by Mars. This guide sets out its duration, house effects, antardashas and the observances tradition associates wit

Saraswathi Venkataraman09 Oct 20258 min read
Vedic Astrology

Venus Mahadasha – 20 Years of Transformation and Blessings?

A clear guide to Venus Mahadasha (Shukra Dasha) in the Vimshottari system: its twenty-year span, how placement and antardashas shape the reading, and the observances tradition attaches to Sh

Anantharaman Krishnamurthy08 Oct 20258 min read
Vedic Astrology

Ketu in 7th House: Effects, Remedies & Marriage Implications

Ketu in the seventh house colours marriage, partnerships and karmic bonds with detachment and unfinished lessons. This guide sets out the classical reading, the marriage implications and the

Anantharaman Krishnamurthy08 Oct 20258 min read
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