Topic: D9 astrology

Today is a Saturday (Shanivar), heavily influenced by Lord Shani (Saturn), which demands patience, discipline, and hard work. The Moon is placed in Libra (Tula), bringing a strong focus to relationships, fairness, and legal or administrative matters.

Mercury (Budh) is the primary planet for trade, commerce, and calculation. However, for a successful business, the 3rd House (courage/risk) and 7th House (partnerships/public dealing) must also be strong. Rahu is also significant for modern, scalable businesses.

Shani Dev keeps his gaze lowered because of a curse given by his wife. She cursed him that whomever he looks at directly would be destroyed. To protect the world, he avoids direct eye contact.

'Basoda' is the traditional practice of offering and consuming stale, cold food on Sheetala Saptami. The food is cooked the previous night, and the kitchen stove is not lit on the day of the festival, honoring the Goddess's association with coolness.