Topic: ekadashi

Absolutely not. This is a massive myth. While it does bring initial struggles and delays, a well-placed Kaal Sarp Yog creates a powerful drive to succeed. If your Lagna (Ascendant) is strong, this Yoga can make you highly successful and famous. Legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Amitabh Bachchan, and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru all had this Yog in their charts.

The simple "Om Namah Shivaya" (Panchakshari Mantra) is the most powerful. You can also chant the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra for health and longevity.

The daily trend is determined by the Moon's Nakshatra. The lord of that Nakshatra becomes the "Active Planet." The market behaves according to the strength and position of that Active Planet in the transit chart.

Because today is both Thursday (dedicated to Lord Vishnu/Jupiter) and Amavasya (dedicated to ancestors), you should offer water mixed with black sesame seeds to a Peepal tree. Additionally, applying a turmeric (Haldi) or saffron (Kesar) tilak on your forehead will bring clarity, wealth, and success.