Every activity is scored on a 0–100 scale using these factors:
| Factor | Weight | Effect |
|--------|--------|--------|
| Prescribed Nakshatra (Moon in) | +14 | The day's Moon occupies a star classically prescribed for the activity |
| Contraindicated Nakshatra | −16, cap ≤42 | The Moon occupies a star explicitly avoided — hard contraindication |
| Favoured Weekday | +8 | The weekday's planetary lord supports the activity's nature |
| Avoid Tithi (Rikta 4,9,14; Parva 8,12,15,30) | −10, cap ≤68 | Inauspicious tithi — soft contraindication |
| Favoured Karana | +8 | The half-tithi karana aligns with the activity |
| Ravi Yoga active | +6 | Sun→Moon inclusive distance qualifies |
| Siddhi Yoga (Amrit/Sarvartha) | +8 | Vara–Nakshatra auspicious coincidence |
| Tara Balam (birth chart) | +10 / −14, cap ≤55 | Personal nakshatra compatibility with transit Moon |
| Chandra Balam (birth chart) | −10, cap ≤60 | Moon in 6/8/12 from Janma Rashi |
| Muhurta Lagna strong | +8 | Well-placed ascendant at the chosen window |
| Muhurta Lagna weak | −10, cap ≤62 | Weak ascendant at the chosen window |
| Gochar (transit) from Janma Rashi | −30 to +30 | Each planet's transit house quality (good/bad/worst) |
| Dasha context (prediction engine) | −12 to +13 | Current Mahadasha + Antardasha lord beneficence |
---
## General Rules (All Activities)
| Rule | Description | Source |
|------|-------------|--------|
| Rikta Tithis (4, 9, 14) | Avoid for ALL auspicious beginnings. Best for cleansing, endings, demolition. | BPHS, Raman |
| Parva Tithis (1, 15, 30) | Avoid for marriage, conception, construction. Amavasya (30) avoided for all muhurtas. | BPHS |
| Ashtami (8) | Avoid for surgery, shaving, wedding. | Raman Ch.IX |
| Dwadashi (12) | Restrict for wedding. | Raman Ch.IX |
| Janma Nakshatra | Avoid for surgery, shaving, medicine. Allowed for education, house entry, upanayanam. | Raman |
| Waning Moon (Krishna Paksha) | Preferred for surgery, debt payment, selling, resignation, harvesting. | Gochar PD |
| Waxing Moon (Shukla Paksha) | Preferred for beginnings, investments, purchases, marriage, construction. | Gochar PD |
| Abhijit Muhurta | The 8th day-muhurta (~midday). Void on Wednesday. | BPHS |
| Brahma Muhurta | 2 muhurtas before sunrise. Universal auspicious window. | BPHS |
| Disa-Shoola | Each weekday has a forbidden travel direction. Check before journeys. | Raman Ch.XIV |
| Tara Balam | Janma (1), Vipat (3), Pratyak (5), Naidhana (7) stars from birth star are unfavourable. | Gochar PD Ch.24 |
| Chandrabala | Moon should NOT be in 6th, 8th, or 12th from Janma Rashi for important acts. | Gochar PD Ch.25 |
| Muhurta Lagna | 8th house unoccupied; benefic in kendra (1,4,7,10); fixed signs preferred. | Raman |
| Sade Sati | Saturn in 12/1/2 from Janma Rasi: moderate to severe caution. | Gochar PD Ch.26 |
| Gochara Vedha | Good transit of a planet cancelled by another planet in a specific vedha house. | Gochar PD Ch.22 |
---
## Category 1: Business & Finance (9 activities)
### 1.1 Accounting & Bookkeeping
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Hasta, Chitra, Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Bava, Vanija |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury-ruled stars (precision, numbers). Wednesday (Mercury) for record-keeping. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.2 Borrowing
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Punarvasu |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Krittika, Vishakha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Waxing Moon preferred (growth). Light stars for smooth transactions. Jupiter favours repay-ability. Avoid sharp stars (they cut off the debt relationship). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.3 Investing
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Friday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Vanija, Gara |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Fixed & fruitful stars for lasting growth. Jupiter (expansion), Venus (wealth), Mercury (commerce). Vanija karana (mercantile). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.4 Lending
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Krittika, Vishakha, Mula, Bharani |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya |
| **Reasoning** | Waning Moon + sharp stars (the classical inverse of borrowing — funds should return). Mars/Sun for authority. Avoid fruitful stars (they'd retain the money). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.5 Opening a Business or Store
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava, Vanija |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Movable + light stars for opening. Mercury (commerce), Jupiter (prosperity), Venus (customers). Vanija karana specifically for business. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.6 Paying Debts
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mula, Ardra, Ashlesha |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Saturday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | — |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Reasoning** | Waning Moon + sharp stars to end obligation. Mars/Saturn for finality. Avoid fruitful stars (prolong). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.7 Selling
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Krittika, Vishakha, Mula, Ashlesha, Magha |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Vanija |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Sharp stars + Vanija (commerce) for letting go of goods at profit. Waning Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.8 Buying & General Transactions
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Anuradha, Hasta, Chitra, Revati, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava, Vanija |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Fruitful & soft stars for acquisitions. Benefic weekdays. Vanija for trade. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 1.9 Signing Contracts & Agreements
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Punarvasu, Pushya |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury for documentation and precision. Swati for partnership and binding terms. Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 2: Jewelry & Gems (3 activities)
### 2.1 Making Jewelry with Gems
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Chitra, Uttara Phalguni, Revati, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Chitra (Vishvakarma, the divine architect and craftsman) + Venus for beauty. Fruitful stars for lasting value. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 2.2 Making Other Jewelry
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Chitra, Hasta, Rohini, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Hasta (skilled hands) + Chitra (craftsmanship). Venus for adornment. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 2.3 Wearing a Gem First Time
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Revati, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Friday, Wednesday, Monday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Wear on the weekday of the gem's ruling planet. Fixed/fruitful star. Waxing Moon. The Uttara- group (U.Phalguni, U.Ashadha, U.Bhadrapada) provides stability. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 3: Construction & Home (4 activities)
### 3.1 Starting Construction
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Chitra, Anuradha, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Gara, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Fixed + dual stars for stable foundations. Gara/Taitila karana (earth-moving and construction). Benefic weekdays. Avoid fierce stars. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 3.2 Digging Foundation (Bhumi Puja)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Chitra, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Gara, Taitila |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14, 15, 30 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Ground-breaking ceremony. Fixed stars for permanence. Gara karana specifically for earth-moving. Avoid Parva tithis (1, 15, 30) entirely. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 3.3 Installing the Main Door
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Pushya, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Taitila |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Dvara-sthapana. Fixed stars for permanence of the entrance. Benefic weekday. Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 3.4 House Warming (Griha Pravesh)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Chitra, Revati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Fixed + dual stars. Benefic weekday. Waxing Moon strongly preferred. Janma-nakshatra allowed here (Raman). Entry direction is a Vastu consideration. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 4: Crafts & Arts (2 activities)
### 4.1 Learning & Making Crafts
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Chitra, Hasta, Ashwini, Pushya, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Hasta/Chitra for craft and dexterity. Mercury (skill) + Venus (art). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 4.2 Beginning a Painting
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Chitra, Mrigashira, Revati, Rohini, Hasta, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Balava, Taitila |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Chitra ("the brilliant one", ruled by Vishvakarma) for visual arts. Venus for beauty. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 5: Dental (2 activities)
### 5.1 Cleaning & Checkup
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Light/soft stars for gentle dental care. Benefic days. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
### 5.2 Oral Surgery & Extraction
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mula, Jyeshtha, Ardra, Ashlesha, Krittika, Vishakha |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday |
| **Karanas** | Vishti |
| **Avoid Tithis** | — |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Revati |
| **Reasoning** | Sharp stars + Mars (cutting) + Vishti karana (surgical). Waning Moon. Avoid soft/fruitful stars (they oppose cutting). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
---
## Category 6: Ear Piercing (1 activity)
### 6.1 Karna-Vedha
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Anuradha, Revati, Shravana, Dhanishta |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Karna-vedha (ear-piercing samskara). Light/soft stars, benefic weekday, waxing Moon. Child's health focus. |
| **Source** | Raman (post-natal samskaras) |
---
## Category 7: Education & Learning (8 activities)
### 7.1 Learning Alphabet (Aksharabhyasa)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury/Jupiter days + learning stars. Janma-nakshatra allowed here (Raman — the child's own star is auspicious for vidyarambha). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.2 Learning Astrology (Jyotisha)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Wisdom stars (Pushya, Shravana, Revati) + Mercury/Jupiter for Jyotisha study. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.3 Learning Grammar & Language
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Hasta, Chitra, Punarvasu, Pushya, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury-dominant stars for language and grammar. Wednesday (Mercury's day) ideal. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.4 Learning Mathematics
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Hasta, Chitra, Pushya, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury (calculation, numbers) + swift stars (Ashwini). Wednesday specifically. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.5 Studying Medicine
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Ashwini (the Ashwini Kumaras — divine physicians). Sun (health, vitality) + Mercury (knowledge). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.6 Studying Art & Music
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mrigashira, Chitra, Revati, Purva Phalguni, Rohini |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Venus (art, beauty) + soft/artistic stars. Purva Phalguni (Bhaga — enjoyment, arts). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.7 All Other Studies (Vidyarambha)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury/Jupiter + learning stars for general vidyarambha. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 7.8 Starting a Trade or Apprenticeship
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Chitra, Hasta, Pushya, Ashwini, Anuradha, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Hasta/Chitra (craftsmanship and skill). Mercury (learning), Jupiter (mentorship), Venus (aesthetic trades). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
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## Category 8: Grooming (3 activities)
### 8.1 Hair & Beard Cutting (Kshaura)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Jyeshtha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 8, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Vishakha |
| **Reasoning** | Light/movable stars. Avoid Sun (Sunday) and Mars (Tuesday) — classical rule. Avoid Janma star and Ashtami tithi. |
| **Source** | Raman (Kshaura rules) |
### 8.2 Nail Cutting
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 8, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Krittika, Vishakha |
| **Reasoning** | Same family as Kshaura. Soft/light stars. Avoid sharp stars (would cut too deep). |
| **Source** | Raman |
### 8.3 Shaving
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 8, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Magha, Vishakha |
| **Reasoning** | Avoid Janma-nakshatra, Sunday and Tuesday. Light + movable stars for clean removal. |
| **Source** | Raman |
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## Category 9: House & Home (4 activities)
### 9.1–9.4 Entering New House (4 directions)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Chitra, Revati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Friday excluded for South-facing) |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Griha-pravesh (house entry). Fixed + dual stars for stability. Benefic weekday. Waxing Moon. South entry traditionally needs extra care. Entry direction is a Vastu factor; timing rules remain consistent. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 10: Job & Career (6 activities)
### 10.1 Applying for a New Job
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Benefic stars + Mercury/Jupiter/Venus for new employment. Ashwini (swift starts), Pushya (nourishment), Shravana (recognition). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 10.2 Job Interview
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Punarvasu, Anuradha, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Confidence & favour. Mercury (communication), Jupiter (authority approval). Auspicious stars. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 10.3 Asking for Promotion
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Hasta, Anuradha, Rohini |
| **Weekdays** | Sunday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Sun (authority, power) + Jupiter (expansion, favour). Royal/fixed stars (Uttara- group, Pushya). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 10.4 Resignation
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mula, Jyeshtha, Ardra, Ashlesha, Bharani |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Saturday |
| **Karanas** | Vishti |
| **Avoid Tithis** | — |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya |
| **Reasoning** | Severance principle. Sharp stars + Mars/Saturn + waning Moon to cleanly cut ties. Vishti karana (ending). Avoid fruitful stars (would prolong the connection). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 10.5 Hiring a New Employee
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Fixed/fruitful stars for a lasting, loyal hire. Benefic weekdays for a positive working relationship. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 10.6 Starting a New Position
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | First day at work. Benefic stars + Mercury/Jupiter for lasting career success. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 11: Litigation & Legal (3 activities)
### 11.1 Filing a Case
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mula, Jyeshtha, Ardra, Vishakha, Krittika |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Vishti, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Revati |
| **Reasoning** | Mars/Sun for contest and victory. Sharp stars for aggressive legal pursuit. Vishti karana (force). Avoid soft/fruitful stars (compromise not intended). |
| **Source** | Raman (public matters) |
### 11.2 Taking an Oath or Swearing-In
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Satyapratijna (truth-oath). Truth-upholding stars (Pushya, Anuradha, Swati). Jupiter for justice and dharma. |
| **Source** | Raman |
### 11.3 Signing Important Legal Documents
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Hasta, Swati, Chitra, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Mercury for precision in documentation. Swati for binding agreements and partnerships. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 12: Marriage & Family — Samskaras (7 activities)
### 12.1 Engagement (Vagdhana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Swati, Revati, Hasta |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava, Kaulava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula, Jyeshtha |
| **Reasoning** | Vagdhana (promise of marriage). Soft/fixed stars. Venus/Jupiter dominance. Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.IX |
### 12.2 Wedding (Vivaha)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Mula, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava, Kaulava, Taitila |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 8, 9, 12, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Vishakha, Jyeshtha, Purva Phalguni |
| **Reasoning** | Vivaha — the most important muhurta. Classical wedding stars from Raman Ch.IX. Strong Venus + Jupiter. Avoid Rikta tithis (empty/incomplete), Ashtami (obstacles), Dwadashi (restriction). Purva Phalguni avoided (Bhaga — pleasure — not auspicious for the dharma of marriage). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.IX, BPHS |
### 12.3 First Conception (Garbhadhana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mrigashira, Rohini, Anuradha, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Bhadrapada, Swati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 1, 4, 9, 14, 15, 30 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Ritu-shanti (first conception samskara). Even nights only. Soft/fixed stars. Avoid ALL Parva tithis (1, 15, 30) and Rikta tithis. Avoid Janma-nakshatra. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.IX, BPHS |
### 12.4 Naming Ceremony (Namakarana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Revati, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Namakarana — naming the child. Light/auspicious stars. Waxing Moon. Typically 11th or 12th day after birth. |
| **Source** | BPHS, Raman |
### 12.5 First Solid Food (Annaprashana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Mrigashira, Revati, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha |
| **Reasoning** | Annaprashana — first feeding of solid food. Light stars. 6th, 8th, or 10th month. Waxing Moon. Benefic day. |
| **Source** | BPHS, Raman |
### 12.6 First Haircut (Chudakarana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Magha |
| **Reasoning** | Chudakarana (tonsure ceremony). Light/movable stars. 1st or 3rd year. Avoid Janma-nakshatra. |
| **Source** | BPHS, Raman |
### 12.7 First Outing (Nishkramana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Revati, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha |
| **Reasoning** | Nishkramana — infant's first outdoor visit. Light/swift stars. 4th month. |
| **Source** | BPHS, Raman |
---
## Category 13: Medical & Surgery (5 activities)
### 13.1 Cosmetic Surgery
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Revati, Chitra |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Mula, Jyeshtha |
| **Reasoning** | Aesthetic focus. Venus + soft/light stars (distinct from removal/major surgery). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
### 13.2 General Surgery (Sastra-Karma)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mula, Jyeshtha, Ardra, Ashlesha, Krittika, Vishakha |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday |
| **Karanas** | Vishti |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 8, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Revati, Anuradha |
| **Reasoning** | Sastra-karma (surgery). Sharp stars + Mars (cutting) + Vishti karana (surgical). Waning Moon. Avoid soft/fruitful stars (they oppose invasive procedures). Avoid Ashtami (8). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
### 13.3 Laxatives & Purgatives (Virechana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Ardra, Pushya, Ashlesha, Hasta, Jyeshtha, Mula, Shatabhisha, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Saturday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | — |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Reasoning** | Virechana (purgation). Waning Moon. Swift/sharp stars to expel. Avoid fixed/fruitful stars (they retain). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
### 13.4 Taking Medicine or Beginning Treatment
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Chitra, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Punarvasu |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Aushadha-sevana. Ashwini (divine physicians) + light/soft stars. Avoid Janma-nakshatra (Raman). Sun (health/vitality). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
### 13.5 Eye Treatment
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Revati, Punarvasu, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Netra-chikitsa. Ashwini (physicians) + light stars. Sun (vision, eyes). Mercury (precision). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XV |
---
## Category 14: Music & Performing Arts (2 activities)
### 14.1 First Use of Musical Instrument
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mrigashira, Chitra, Revati, Anuradha, Rohini, Hasta |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Balava, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Venus + soft/artistic stars for first playing. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 14.2 Dance, Music & Acting (Learning & Performing)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mrigashira, Chitra, Revati, Anuradha, Purva Phalguni, Rohini |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Balava, Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Soft/artistic stars + Venus. Purva Phalguni (Bhaga — arts, enjoyment, performance). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 15: Health & Wellness (3 activities)
### 15.1 Starting a Diet or Fast (Upavasa)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Hasta, Pushya, Mrigashira, Revati, Chitra |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Monday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Upavasa (fasting). Light stars. Monday (Moon — emotional control). Waxing Moon for health fasts. |
| **Source** | Raman |
### 15.2 Beginning Exercise or Yoga Practice
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Shravana |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Vyayama (exercise). Swift/light stars (Ashwini — speed, Mrigashira — movement). Sun for vitality. Mercury for discipline. |
| **Source** | Raman |
### 15.3 First Bath After Illness
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Mrigashira, Revati, Punarvasu |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Roga-nivritti snana (purification bath after illness). Ashwini (healing) + light stars. Sun for purification and vitality. |
| **Source** | Raman |
---
## Category 16: Real Estate (3 activities)
### 16.1 Purchasing Property
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Chitra, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Swati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Gara |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Fixed/dual stars. Janma-nakshatra ALLOWED here (Raman — home purchase is a major life event). Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 16.2 Selling Property
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Krittika, Vishakha, Mula, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Sunday |
| **Karanas** | Vanija |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Reasoning** | Disposal at profit. Sharp stars + Vanija (commerce). Waning Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 16.3 Dividing Property
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mula, Jyeshtha, Ardra, Ashlesha, Vishakha, Krittika |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Saturday |
| **Karanas** | Vishti |
| **Avoid Tithis** | — |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Reasoning** | Partition = separation. Sharp stars + waning Moon. Vishti karana for decisive endings. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 17: Religion & Spirituality (7 activities)
### 17.1 Mantra Initiation (Diksha)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Mula |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Monday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha |
| **Reasoning** | Jupiter (guru) + sattvic stars (Pushya, Shravana, Mula — Mula's spiritual dimension). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 17.2 Installing a Deity (Pratishtha)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Pushya, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati, Hasta, Chitra |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava, Kintughna |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Pratishtha (deity installation). Fixed/fruitful stars for permanence. Benefic day. Kintughna karana specifically for deity installation. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 17.3 Sacred Thread Ceremony (Upanayanam)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Revati, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Mrigashira |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Upanayanam (sacred thread — initiation into Vedic study). Learning stars. Mercury/Jupiter. Janma-nakshatra ALLOWED (Raman). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 17.4 Religious Study
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Wednesday |
| **Karanas** | Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Jupiter + wisdom stars for spiritual study. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 17.5 Performing Ceremonies (Puja & Yajna)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Hasta |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | General puja/yajna. Fruitful stars + benefic weekday. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 17.6 Planetary Pacification (Shanti Karma)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Mrigashira, Punarvasu |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Monday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Graha-shanti (planetary pacification). Gentle benefic stars. Weekday of the afflicting planet often chosen (remedial principle). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 17.7 Beginning a Vrata (Religious Observance)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Pushya, Punarvasu, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Revati, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Vrata-arambha (starting a religious vow). Sattvic stars. Appropriate weekday for the deity. Waxing or full Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 18: Travel & Journey (6 activities)
### 18.1 Any Direction (Yatra)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Vishakha |
| **Reasoning** | Yatra (journey). Movable/light stars. Check disha-shoola (forbidden direction for the weekday) before travel (Raman Ch.XIV). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XIV |
### 18.2 Returning Home
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mrigashira, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Rohini |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | — |
| **Reasoning** | Homecoming favours fixed/soft stars (settling back). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XIV |
### 18.3 Short Journey
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Swift/movable stars for quick trips. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XIV |
### 18.4 Long Journey
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Vishakha |
| **Reasoning** | Movable stars, benefic weekday. Mind disha-shoola for direction. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XIV |
### 18.5 Relocation (Moving Home)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Mrigashira, Rohini, Anuradha, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Moving home combines movable (journey) + fixed (settling) stars. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 18.6 Pilgrimage (Tirtha-Yatra)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Mrigashira |
| **Weekdays** | Thursday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha |
| **Reasoning** | Tirtha-yatra (pilgrimage to holy places). Auspicious stars. Thursday (Guru) for spiritual travel. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XIV |
---
## Category 19: Vehicles (2 activities)
### 19.1 First Driving (Learning)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha |
| **Reasoning** | Movable/light stars. Benefic weekday for safe travel. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 19.2 Buying a Vehicle (Vahana-Kraya)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Vahana-kraya (vehicle purchase). Movable + fruitful stars. Benefic day. Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
---
## Category 20: Agriculture & Farming (5 activities)
### 20.1 Sowing Seeds (Vapana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Chitra, Hasta, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Gara |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Vapana (sowing). Fixed/fruitful stars for growth. Waxing Moon. Gara karana for earth-work. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 20.2 Harvesting
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Krittika, Vishakha, Mula, Ashlesha, Magha, Ardra |
| **Weekdays** | Tuesday, Saturday |
| **Karanas** | Vishti, Vanija |
| **Avoid Tithis** | — |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya |
| **Reasoning** | Reaping. Sharp stars + waning Moon to sever. Vanija for trade of produce. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 20.3 Buying Cattle & Livestock
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Rohini, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Pashu-kraya (buying animals). Ashwini (horses, Ashwini Kumaras). Rohini (cattle). Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 20.4 Planting Trees (Vriksha-Ropana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Anuradha, Chitra, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Taitila, Gara |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Fixed/fruitful stars for deep-rooted growth. Waxing Moon. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 20.5 Taming or Training Animals
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Hasta, Pushya, Mrigashira, Anuradha, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Mrga-damana. Ashwini (horses). Hasta (skill, handling). Light stars for training. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
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## Category 21: Well & Water (1 activity)
### 21.1 Digging a Well or Borewell
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Pushya, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Shatabhisha, Dhanishta, Revati, Anuradha |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Gara, Taitila |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Magha, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Water-works. Shatabhisha (Varuna — water), Ashadha (water channel). Gara karana specifically for digging. |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
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## Category 22: Writing (1 activity)
### 22.1 Starting a New Writing Project
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Revati, Uttara Phalguni |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava, Taitila |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Lekhana/Vidyarambha. Mercury + learning stars. Swati (Saraswati's air element for inspiration). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
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## Category 23: Personal (3 activities)
### 23.1 Wearing New Clothes First Time
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Rohini, Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Revati, Anuradha, Chitra |
| **Weekdays** | Friday, Wednesday, Thursday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika |
| **Reasoning** | Vastra-dharana. Venus (adornment, beauty) + fruitful stars. Waxing Moon. Avoid Rikta (empty). |
| **Source** | Raman Ch.XII |
### 23.2 First Bath in Holy River (Tirtha-Snana)
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati, Mrigashira, Punarvasu |
| **Weekdays** | Sunday, Thursday, Monday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Magha |
| **Reasoning** | Tirtha-snana (sacred bath). Sun (purification) or Jupiter/Moon depending on the pilgrimage context. Auspicious stars. |
| **Source** | Raman |
### 23.3 Beginning a New Habit or Routine
| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Nakshatras** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Punarvasu, Anuradha, Shravana, Revati |
| **Weekdays** | Wednesday, Thursday, Monday, Friday |
| **Karanas** | Bava, Balava |
| **Avoid Tithis** | 4, 9, 14 |
| **Avoid Nakshatras** | Bharani, Krittika, Mula |
| **Reasoning** | Nava-arambha (new beginning). Light stars for fresh starts. Appropriate weekday based on the habit's nature. |
| **Source** | Raman |
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## Appendix: Nakshatra Classification Reference
| Group | Nakshatras | Nature | Best For |
|-------|-----------|--------|----------|
| **Light/Swift** | Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta, Punarvasu, Swati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Revati | Quick, agile | Travel, learning, business openings, medicine |
| **Fixed/Sthira** | Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada | Stable, permanent | Construction, marriage, house entry, planting, vows |
| **Soft/Mridu** | Mrigashira, Chitra, Anuradha, Revati | Gentle, artistic | Music, dance, arts, jewelry, romance, friendship |
| **Sharp/Tikshna** | Ardra, Ashlesha, Jyeshtha, Mula | Aggressive, cutting | Surgery, litigation, resignation, debt collection, demolition |
| **Fierce/Ugra** | Bharani, Magha, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada | Intense, powerful | Selling, harvesting, discipline, confrontation |
| **Movable/Chara** | (subset of Light) Ashwini, Punarvasu, Hasta, Swati, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha | Mobile, transitional | Travel, vehicles, relocation |
| **Mixed** | Krittika, Vishakha | Combined qualities | Mixed-purpose activities |
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## Appendix: Karana Classification Reference
| Karana | Nature | Best For |
|--------|--------|----------|
| **Bava** | Movable, all-purpose | General auspicious work, new projects, travel |
| **Balava** | Movable, gentle | Ceremonies, worship, study, arts |
| **Kaulava** | Fixed, stable | Agriculture, construction, long-term commitments |
| **Taitila** | Fixed, constructive | Building, crafts, jewelry-making, construction |
| **Gara** | Fixed, heavy | Earth-work, digging, foundations, well-digging |
| **Vanija** | Movable, commercial | Commerce, trade, selling, buying, business |
| **Vishti** | Fixed, malefic | Surgery, resignation, demolition, forceful actions |
| **Shakuni** | Fixed, malefic | Curing chronic diseases, medicine |
| **Chatushpada** | Fixed, malefic | Governance, cattle, ancestral rites |
| **Naga** | Fixed, malefic | Mining, extraction, land-clearing |
| **Kintughna** | Fixed, benefic | Marriage, deity installation, new projects |
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## Source Hierarchy
When multiple texts give conflicting guidance, the following priority order is used:
1. **B.V. Raman's *Muhurtha*** (primary — most comprehensive and practical)
2. **Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra (BPHS)** (foundational authority)
3. **Muhurta Chintamani** (classical muhurta text)
4. **Phaladeepika** (Mantreswara — supplementary)
5. **Gochar Phaladeepika** (Pulippani — transit-specific rules)
6. **Hora Sara** (Prithuyasas — supplementary)
7. **Sarvartha Chintamani** (supplementary)
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*Document generated from the Vedic Prediction Engine's ACTIVITY_PROFILES ruleset. All 91 activities have been validated against the classical sources listed above.*