Solar Eclipse May 2012

The Surya Grahan, Annular Solar Eclipse will take place on May 20-21, 2012 in India – early morning hours in northeastern parts of India.

The Surya Grahan is a Annular solar eclipse and is visible in northeastern parts of India, Myanmar, Japan, Korea and on the evening of May 20, 2012 along the pacific coast of United States. The Suryagrahan will

begin on 20th May at 02:26 hrs and will end on 21st May morning at 08:19 hrs. It will be visible in eastern states of India only for few minutes after sunrise.

Note the eclipse takes place on the pacific coast of United States on the evening of May 20, 2012. – Time here is from 16:24:59 hrs to 18:42:40 local time in Los Angeles.

The Eclipse will be visible in China, Russia, South East Asia, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Veitnam, Singapore and North America. The Kankan image of this eclipse will be visible in East Asian countries only.

It will be visible in eastern states of India like, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura, Assam, Sikkim, Nagaland and West Bengal for few minutes after sunrise.

Effect of eclipse on different zodiac signs

This eclipse on 20/21 May, 2012 will have different effects on different zodiac signs. Moon will be transiting in Taurus sign due to which Taurus natives may have negative effect on their lives. Effects of eclipse on different zodiac signs are as follows:

Aries - may have to face sufferings and loss of respect.

Taurus - will have to face physical discomfort and loss of wealth. They are advised to be cautious of the people and circumstances around.

Gemini - might lose wealth as a result of the eclipse.

Cancer - will benefit during the eclipse. They are likely to experience unexpected gains.

Leo - will bring wellness and happiness. It is a good period for the natives born under Leo sign.

Virgo - are advised to be cautious and should not indulge in any kind of gossips or cross talks, since they may have to face humiliation.

Libra - are advised to be extra cautious. They might experience unexpected losses or troubles during this period.

Scorpio - may have to face troubles in marital life. Argument with spouse or physical discomfort to spouse is indicated.

Sagittarius - should not get disappointed, since they are likely to gain in different ways during the period.

Capricorn - will be surrounded by some or the other worries. They are advised to share their worries with other people to get relief from stress.

Aquarius - will have to face troubles during the eclipse.

The eclipse will bring benefits for Pisces. Unexpected gain in wealth from different sources is indicated.

May 2010 Astro Events

May Day: Jyestha 4th Moon Saturday, 1st May 2010
This is celebrated on May 1st and refers to many different public holidays. May Day marks the end of the uncomfortable winter half of the year in the Northern hemisphere. Some celebrate the beginning of the summer season on this day. In many countries, May Day is synonymous with International Worker's Day, or Labor Day, a day of political demonstrations and celebrations.
Jupiter Enters Pisces:Moola 4th Moon Saturday, 1st May 2010
This transit marks a major shift into universal social consciousness and action. Law and order will be under control. A new dimension in education systems will be introduced and supported. External affairs and commerce will be good and gold prices will rise although there is a chance of inflation of money. There will be an increase in population and refugees will receive a helping hand.
Nataraj Abishekam:Sharavana 7th Moon Wednesday, 5th May 2010
This is the day when Shiva creates anew in his form as Nataraj, the Dancing Siva. There are only 4 or 5 days throughout the entire year when this ritual is performed for Nataraj at Chidambaram temple. It is the day that Siva dances and creates new Dharma.
Mother's Day:Uttarabhadra 12th Moon Sunday, 9th May 2010
The modern Mother's Day is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in May, as a day to honor mothers and motherhood
Pradosham:Revathi 13th Moon Monday, 10th May 2010
These days occur each 13th phase of the Moon for both the waxing and waning moons, in other words approximately 2 days before the new moon and two days before the full moon. These are great days to access the celestial energy to change old tendencies and thoughts. The Pradosham which occurs two days before the new moon is ideal for making changes with regards to spiritual matters and the one that occurs two days before the full moon is best for changes for prosperity and material manifestations.
Mini Sivaratri:Ashwini 13th Moon Tuesday, 11th May 2010
The night of 14th Phase of the Waning Moon is known as Sivaratri. As it comes in every month we recognize it as Mini Sivaratri. Worshiping Lord Shiva during the night of that day will obtain you the blessings of Lord Siva for Enlightenment and Liberation.
Mercury direct in Aries: Bharani 14th Moon Wednesday,12th May 2010
It is predicted that those in communication such as in public relations, and those in the travel industry will fair well. Shares and stocks will also fair well. The possibility of a new invention in wireless technology is great.
New Moon Day: Bharani 15th Moon Wednesday, 12th May 2010
This is the ideal time for introspection and spiritual matters.
Sun Enters Taurus: Rohini 1st Moon Friday, 14th May 2010
Brokers of any sort and those in the film and television world will do well. Import and excise duty taxes will be levied. Inflation
Vishnupati:Rohini 1st Moon Friday, 14th May 2010
This is a spiritually potent time period occurring once in 3 months (when the Sun enters a "fixed" sign) and lasts around 9 hours. It is the period that Vishnu performed many miraculous deeds for the benefit of the universe.
Venus enters Gemini:Rohini 2nd Moon Friday, 14th May 2010
Increase in production and sale of electronic items are likely. Women will achieve in all fields. One is advised to exercise caution as airborne diseases could be on the rise.
Pardosham:Swathi 13th Moon Tuesday, 25th May 2010
Days occur each 13th phase of the Moon for both the waxing and waning moons, in other words approximately 2 days before the New Moon and two days before the Full Moon. These are great days to access the celestial energy to change old tendencies and thoughts. The Pradosham which occurs two days before the New Moon is ideal for making changes with regards to spiritual matters and the one that occurs two days before the Full Moon is best for changes for prosperity and material manifestations.
Lord Muruga Birthday: Visahaka 14th Moon Wednesday, 26th May 2010
The day that the birth of Lord Muruga is celebrated. Lord Muruga's birthstar is Vishaka, so the birthdate always falls on a Vishaka birthstar day.
Mars Enters Leo:Visahaka 14th Moon Wednesday, 26th May 2010
During this transit, the element of fire is predominant. There is the propensity for accidents involving fire and humidity will rise. Iron and steel industries will perform well. New inventions in the medical field will be possible. Be aware that there may be some terrorist activity in western and Asian countries as temperatures rise not only externally but heat may flare internally- an environment with the disposition for combustion.
Full Moon Day:Visahaka 15th Moon Wednesday, 26th May 2010
This is the ideal time for focusing on material concerns, such as home, clothes and money.

Lord Saturn goes direct on May 17th

If there is one planet who can make a king out of a pauper and vice versa, it is Saturn. The great Lord Saturn goes direct on May 17th promising a better time for ahead.
It is important understand the nuances of this transit and be prepared so that you can amplify your returns manifold.

Lord Saturn in the past 6 months has been remorseless in bringing markets down and governments down with unemployment rates at the highest worldwide. You would get some relief from these effects of Saturn in the next few months.
While Saturn presents a positive situation for growth and consolidation in the coming months, other material energies have to be oriented appropriately so that you achieve growth during this critical period.

Saturn going direct on May 17th happens to be on the Eight Moon and is incredibly auspicious for the Goddess Kali.