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Prana Pratistha is a consecration ritual that purifies and energises a gemstone so it properly resonates with the graha it represents. It involves mantra recitation, puja, and often a specified day/time to synchronise the stone with planetary energy.
Today, the prevailing Tithi is Trayodashi (त्रयोदशी) of the Shukla Paksha, which is active until 00:46 AM the next day. The active Nakshatra for the day is Anuradha (अनुराधा), lasting until 10:12 PM.
Unlike other Hindu festivals based on the Lunar calendar (Tithi), Makar Sankranti follows the Solar calendar. It marks the specific celestial event of the Sun entering the Capricorn (Makar) zodiac sign. Hence, it usually falls on Jan 14 or 15.
When a transiting planet goes retrograde, its energy becomes intense, unpredictable, and internalized. It often starts giving the results of the preceding house as well, bringing unexpected twists, delays, or the return of past issues into the native's life.