In India’s horoscope: The sub period of Mercury in the main period of Venus will operate up to August2008 & there after sub period of Ketu will be uptoSeptember2009. Venus & Mercury are both placed in 3rd house of India’s horoscope. Looking into the present planetary configurations till august2008 the Government at the center has to undergo serious troubles. In the remaining period of Mercury period there are serious difficulties for the Govt. Emotional agitations, arising out of anger, frustration, and psedo secular policies of the state/ political parties are likely.

Shocking incidents affecting the morale of the people, increase in juvenile crimes and malpractices in educational institutions may make moral standards questionable. Foreign affairs, serious difficulties from the neighboring countries, associates and allies of the Govt may pose problem for the Govt and some of its important authorities and leaders will be distressed. both house of parliament may witness uproarious scenes arising out of nexus between the politicians and criminals. Transit of Jupiter in the 8th house indicates that big nexus may be unearthed. Terrorist’s financing or a defence scam may be unearthed running. Period of planets both placed in 3rd house indicates the period is good for communication, transport, sports and postal ministries. Indian railways may win big global contracts. Transit of Saturn in 4th house indicates that agricultural production may be affected due to less rainfall and the price of essential commodities may rise. 4th house deals with opposition indicating largely BJP and transit of Saturn indicates that revolt or split in the party cannot be ruled out. Aspect of Saturn on 6th house indicates that there may be law & order problems in a few states. The influence of Venus indicates that there may be prominence of women in the legal system. A couple of women may find their way to benches of high courts & Tribunals.

Indians may find berth in various international organs such as World Bank, UN & other departments of international repute. Aspect of Saturn on 10th house that there may be political confusion on account of US treaty. Jupiter’s aspect on 12th house indicates that India’s contribution to global economy would increase significantly. There is an adverse conjunction of Mars & Saturn during July2008 indicating latge scale violence, terrorist attacks and the lapses of Government. It is also possible that some sort of secret treaty or tactit, salient understanding with militant groups and sections will be arrived at. This will bring relief from strife and woe to India.

In this period of Ketu sub period prices of shares are likely to decline. In this period political horizon will be vibrant with a lot of activities. Generally this period is not auspicious for the party or person in power. This period assumes usual significance in Indian politics. Political masters should be careful about their personal safety. There may be explosions, fires, violence, and natural calamities. There may be realignment of political forces in the country. The year 2008 appears to place the in better position financially.