The following astrological predictions for 2017 are general based on the Janma Rashi (Moon sign at birth) as per the Indian Vedic System of Astrology (Nirayana Astrology):
Karka Rashi natives are emotional and caring. They love change. They need to struggle to achieve their goals. They get distracted often tackling too many jobs at a time.
PROFESSION: Businessmen and professionals will face mixed results this year. Those in service will find the period lackluster and uninteresting. However, the period from October will be positive for employees, particularly, those in the manufacturing sector, chemical plants, metallurgy, medical field, army men, engineers, architects etc. Politicians will get top positions after September. They will get support of their masters.
FINANCE: Financially, the times will improve but create psychological problems. Litigation in financial matters will get decided in your favour only by the latter part of the year. Expenditure need to be under check from February onwards.
INVESTMENTS AND SPECULATIONS: Those venturing into speculative activities like shares and stocks are likely to gain around May - June.
HEALTH: In general, your health will be a cause for concern for most part of the year. Some of you may have some health issues till August; hence, adequate precautions need to be taken. Though the period from April to mid-June looks alright, prevention is better than cure as relapses can occur unexpectedly. Health problems from poisoning, snake bites, unknown causes etc. may affect some.
LOVE LIFE: Those in romantic relationships will find at their wit’s end due to indecisiveness after January. However, they should postpone their wedding plans till after September. In general, love life will not be smooth as expected due to delays, misunderstandings and lack of commitment.
FAMILY LIFE: Domestic life will be normal without any major issues. However, some negative energy can be expected till mid-September. Children will prove their mettle from February. Married couples may expect the birth of a child in the early part of the year. Health of the spouse needs timely medical attention.
MISCELLANEOUS: Students preparing for competitive examinations will find their efforts rewarding by October. Your long travel plans will be successful. Litigations will continue for no fault of yours but may be positive only after September. Ashlesha will fare better than Punarvasu and Pushyami.
PROPITIATION FOR EVILS: Propitiate Rahu by visiting temples regularly. Offer black gram to Brahmins and / or to navagrahas. Recite Rahu Stotram – 18000 times in 40 days, specially, from beginning of August. One can hear and / or read Hanuman Chalisa at least once a week, if not, daily.
