These articles explain Vedic astrology, the Hindu almanac and the traditions of Odisha in plain language. Some were written by the Alokikashakti Astro-Research Centre of Cuttack between 2000 and 2020 and have been edited for this archive; others are newer explainers. Astrology is a traditional belief system, not a science, and nothing here is a personal prediction or professional advice. See the editorial policy and the disclaimer.
New and updated
- Rahu Kaal Calculator: timings by city and date, with a 7-day table.
- Panchang basics: tithi, nakshatra, yoga and karana
- Choghadiya explained, with a weekday table.
- The Navagraha: the nine planets explained, the twelve rashis, the 27 nakshatras and Manglik dosha (new)
- Aura scanning: what it claims and what science says (rewritten)
- Planning investments: a traditional view, earning and saving and the Moon and the mind (rewritten, with disclaimers)
Calendar and timing
- Rahu Kaal Calculator: Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulika Kaal for your city.
- Panchang basics: the five limbs of the Hindu almanac.
- Choghadiya explained: the eight periods of the day and their weekday order.
- Pitru Paksha: the fortnight of remembering ancestors.
Planets and doshas
- The Navagraha: profiles of the nine planets.
- The twelve rashis and the 27 nakshatras.
- Manglik dosha: how the idea is defined and disputed.
- Shani Dasha and Sade Sati: Saturn in Vedic astrology.
- Kalasarpa yoga: Rahu and Ketu and the horoscope.
- The Moon and the mind: traditional views and well-being habits.
Mantras and festivals
- Vedic mantras for Navaratri: the nine nights and the goddess.
Life topics
- Marriage and conjugal life: a traditional view.
- Investments and earning and saving: traditional ideas next to practical advice.
Aura and subtle energy
- Aura scanning: how the devices work and what testing shows.