Visha kanya – A poison Lady: No one would want to marry a poison damsel, for she would be widowed almost as soon as her husband first caressed her. One still occasionally reads in books from India that women having Visha Kanya combinations should be avoided as marriage partners.

Manglik Dosha – An Astrological Analysis: Mangalik Dosha is usually referred to the North and West India as “Being Mangalik”. The word “mangala”, which usually means “auspicious”, is also a name for Mars. Cancellations of mangalik Dosha are so many that at least one will operate for the majority of those afflicted by the combination.

Perspective Bride or Groom – A “Lakshmi” or “Kubera”? Will she be a Lakshmi? Will he be a Kubera?” These questions are often put to the Jyotishi regarding a prospective bride or bridegroom, or proposed business partner or investor. The answer to such an inquiry often throws light on the imminent destiny of the family that has just taken on a new member.