At present Saturn is transiting in Aquarius and Shatataraka nakshatra. He will be going retrograde from 17^th Jun to 4^th Nov 2023 for about 140 days. He will continue in Aquarius sign, Kumbh rashi, through out this time. In terms of Nakshatra transits, he will return briefly to Dhanishtha nakshatra between 15^th Oct  to 24^th Nov 2023. Interestingly 17^th Jun falls on a Saturday which is also an Amavasya. Thus this Saturn retrograde gets significant power to influence everyone’s lives. Before he changes direction, retrograde or forwards again, Saturn remains stationary or Stambhit for about 5-10days.

Whenever a planet goes retrograde he gives us time to review, redo, repeat whatever he signifies in our life. Saturn is incharge of karma so events linked to him are seriously karmic in nature and cannot be fully avoided. You can reduce the impact by doing remedies on the day he turns retrograde and on Saturdays. Remedies as always are the two Mantra and Daan. And doing a daily puja routine is an all round remedy. Or if you understand your chart then you can intelligently modulate your behaviour to reduce the negative impact and boost the positive vibes.

• In this time frame, Venus will be going retrograde from 23^rd Jul to 4^th Sept 2023 for about 43 days.
• Mercury briefly goes retrograde from 24^th Aug to 16^th Sept 2023.
• And followed by Jupiter who will also be going retrograde from 4^th Sept to 31^st Dec 2023 for about 118 days.
• True Rahu Ketu are currently in Aries – Libra and they will be transiting into Pisces-Virgo on 29^th Nov 2023.

In this year 2023, the 4 major graha, Saturn, Jupiter, Rahu and Ketu all changed their signs. The quantum of change that we all are seeing/will be seeing, in this one year is quite extraordinary.

The following are brief predictions for the birth Moon signs. I have highlighted just those issues which are likely to pop up in this time frame.

• In case you have a strong ascendant sign (ref Ashtakvarga) then you can read these for the ascendant sign too. In this case you will see blend of results.
• For the ascendant signs Taurus and Libra, Saturn is the Yogkarak, so he will not actively cause damage. And for these charts, the transit effect of Saturn on the birth Moon sign will be seen more on the emotional levels.

The birth chart and its power is always important.

• Eg if you have a strongly placed Saturn, or if he has a high Ishta phal value, or if he is exalted or auspiciously placed or aspected by benefics, or is a benefic for your chart etc, then his effects in transit will remain more positive than negative.
• But if he is badly placed in your birth chart or debilitated or aspected by even more malefics etc then even if his transit results look good, he will not be able to deliver the promised auspiciousness in real life.
• If you have Saturn retrograde in your birth chart then this time can be intelligently utilised to get long pending works completed. However patience and perseverance will be required.

Aries has a trying time coming up. Elders and children in your family will give you stress or suffer in some way. Family issues will sap your energy and your personal health might suffer. Some legal issues may crop up, so avoid short cuts and follow the rules. There will be disappointments and more failures than successes in this time frame. However there will be at least one unexpected opportunity for gain in this time. Act only after considering all the risks. Things will ease out after Jupiter goes retrograde later. But still it is not a time to take risks or engage in speculative activities.

Taurus has a good possibility of support from the seniors in the profession in this time frame. But there will be overwork and tiredness, so do try to get adequate diet and sleep. Your spouse’s health may be a cause for concern. Venus going retrograde will affect your health, especially if you have any chronic issues. Separation from the family will lead to loneliness. There will be at least one unexpected loss, unless you are vigilant enough to avoid it. Use this time intelligently to achieve some success in your profession as the planets are supportive in this aspect of your life. Things will improve after Jupiter also goes retrograde but use this time to settle pending issues rather than taking new risks.

Gemini is enjoying support from the seniors at the present. However in this time you might see that your peers are less willing to listen to you. You might be required exert yourself for your elders. You might feel your prayers are not being answered. If you get the opportunity to go on a pilgrimage or for performing pujas, try to do these activities as they will help. Overall the time is average to good. Do not get unnecessarily emotional about issues, try to be practical and pragmatic. Be vigilant about your expenses as things may take a negative turn after Jupiter goes retrograde.

Cancer – Kantak Shani in your 8^th house can cause stress and sudden trouble. Be alert as surgeries or accidents are possible in this time. Venus going retrograde will affect both your finances and home life. Your mother may cause issues or there may be disputes regarding property or expenses on the residence. Jupiter going retrograde will give some relief so use this time to sort out your issues because once Rahu – Ketu transit into Pisces – Virgo they will create stress again. Do not take risks in your profession. This is not a time for life changing decisions or speculation. Overall it is an average to bad time especially on the emotional and mental levels.

Leo will have some opportunities for sudden profits in this time frame. If you have accumulated good karma in the past few years then Saturn going retrograde will give you a much desired positive result. Your investments will give results, there will be new projects, profession will be positive, home life will be good. Personal health might be a point of concern but you will be able to recover rapidly. Try to take adequate diet and rest. Use this time well as later Jupiter going retrograde will cause some negativity. Unexpected expenses will put your budget under stress. Issues in the profession might cause sleepless nights. Overall there will be mixed results.

Virgo is in for a testing time. Be alert regarding your personal health as accidents, surgeries etc are possible in this time. Saturn retrograde will trigger pending karma and you will face issues from practically all aspects of life. Things will hit you more on the emotional levels and you will feel stressed out. This is not a time for risky ventures or life changing decisions, at least till Sept. Jupiter going retrograde will grant some relief but after that when Ketu enters Virgo in Nov there will again be a trying time especially on the personal health front. Overall it is a mixed bag of results more tending towards the stressful side.

Libra will fare well in the professional field but everywhere else there will be emotional turbulence. Venus going retrograde will add to it. Personal health may be affected but you will recover fast. You will fear failure, anticipate disappointments and feel worried even if things are going right. Try to remain practical and pragmatic about things. If you have a spiritual bent of mind then you will gain deep knowledge about secret esoteric stuff. You might practice occult or see an increase in your intuition at the very least. Jupiter going retrograde will create more issues till Dec so get your pending issues sorted out before Sept.

Scorpio – Kantak Shani will cause stress, bitterness and failures. You might be required to travel for no good reason. There might be a separation from the family and a feeling of loneliness. Professionally the time will be average to bad. Personal health will be an issue and chronic aliments like BP, cholesterol, diabetes etc will make you miserable. This is not a time for new ventures, projects or risks. If you have accumulated good karma in the past only then will you safely tide over this period. Jupiter going retrograde will add to the issues but still you will be able to manage. Later Rahu Ketu after they transit into Pisces- Virgo are going to create more issues. Handle the situations as they pop up, do not keep things pending for later.

Sagittarius has a significantly good time coming up. You will achieve whatever you have planned so use this time well. Saturn going retrograde will remain supportive. You can start new ventures, take life time decisions etc. All these activities will see increased gains and positivity. However you will face criticism from your extended family and team mates. In case you invest in the stock market, invest only in the assured gains type of stocks. Avoid over reach. Later Jupiter going retrograde will cause minor health issues and turbulence at the personal level, but you will be able to manage it effectively. Do not get emotional about things, try to be as practical as possible. Rahu Ketu changing signs will also support you.

Capricorn – This is the last phase of the Sade sati so things are slowly easing out. There will be minor issues on almost all fronts, personal, professional, financial, etc. Even if you feel miserable from time to time do remind yourself that the worst is over. There will be slow recovery throughout this time frame. You have come through a lot in these past 6 years, however do remain vigilant for hiccups from time to time and take corrective action. Jupiter going retrograde will be helpful and you will be able to sort out your issues slowly and systematically. Do not take risks or short cuts. Be patient and keep working steadily, things are improving.

Aquarius – The middle phase of the Sade sati is going on and you will be severely tested in this time frame. You will be overworked on both the home and professional front. Health problems may erupt so be careful and emotional turbulence is definite. Medical expenses will increase. You will see the true faces of those whom you trusted in the past and this will leave you bitter at heart. Try to keep away from gossip, back-biting and office politics. Finances may be affected so budgeting is a good idea. Jupiter going retrograde will give some relief so use this time to resolve the problems as later when Rahu Ketu transit into Pisces – Virgo the issues will start again.

Pisces – This is the first phase of the Sade sati which requires due care, but the planets are poised to support you in this time frame. Use this time sensibly to consolidate. Saturn going retrograde will bring in opportunities for you and relief from any issues which he might have triggered in the recent past. This is going to be a very good time for you which will bring in opportunities, projects, new ventures, people etc in your life. Make the most of this. Jupiter is supportive for you in this time but when he goes retrograde he will cause issues especially on the health and personal fronts. So use the time till Sept to close pending issues and settle in life. Later when Rahu Ketu enter Pisces Virgo they will trigger more pending karma.

Mundane astrology predictions. Rainfall will increase but will be erratic so not very useful for farmers. There will be heavy rains in the coastal areas and the cyclone warnings have started. The cyclone Biparjoy is already active on the western coast and in sync with Saturn going retrograde in Aquarius. The east coast too will soon have its own issues in terms of natural disasters. Aquarius is represented as a pot, which indicates a potent mix of wind and water. Saturn going retrograde in a sign he owns which is also his mooltrikon sign, increases his power to influence things. The day he turns retrograde will be a trigger for several events, so observe yourself during this day, it will set the trend for the coming few months.

Saturn will be making various aspects with the other kroor graha, Sun, Mars, Rahu/ Ketu in this time frame which will trigger natural disasters and accidents. The exact nature of the disaster will depend on the birth chart of the nations and other charts used in Medini jyotish. Additionally this year the Karka samkranti falls on an Amavasya which is extremely unfortunate. I expect some disaster around this time connected to the land / water. Or some war – like situation or escalation in the current wars going on in the world.