The planetary energy of April is complex and at times challenging to handle. Mercury remains debilitated from 8th to 24th April, Jupiter will also retrograde on 6th and Saturn goes direct on 19th while Mars Rahu create complications on 24th. With so much activity happening, it will be hard at times to feel settled. Expect the unexpected on a global level. Mars Rahu is not such an unusual conjunction as it happens every two years or so. Still one to watch on 24 April 2007. Saturn turns direct on 19th and Jupiter retrograde on 7th .................... Photo: Murugun ( Mars's Deity) at Vaitheesvaran Temple,

Akshaya means that which never ends. Akshaya tritiya happens annually when both Sun and Moon are exalted. This is usually during April or May. This is the day Ganesha along with Ved Vyasa started writing the Mahabharata and Satya Yuga began. It is a very special day without any fault. Giving charity on this day is extremely auspicious...............

Gana is the nature reflected by the nakshatras. Our natures and temperaments can have a huge say in how we relate to each other. If one is of a sensitive nature, then marriage or relationship with someone of a rougher temperament may be difficult to handle. This kuta also reflects on the stability of the relationship. The sages felt that this was a very important link as this kuta has a high score. This compatibility divides the humans into three main classifications of gods, humans and demons which also relates to the three gunas of sattva, rajas and tamas in our life....................