The planetary picture for July 17 brings several notable shifts. Mars is currently placed in Taurus, Mercury sits in Gemini, while the Sun and Mercury are stated to be positioned in Cancer. Venus, Ketu and the Moon are all seated together in Leo, Rahu is in Aquarius, and Saturn is placed in Pisces. The Moon is transiting Magha Nakshatra at the moment, and Magha is ruled by Ketu, which means the Moon is conjunct both its own nakshatra lord Ketu and Venus at the same time. In astrology, this kind of combination is not read as a favourable one. If a child happens to be born under this exact nakshatra, a pacifying ritual for Ketu is performed, but otherwise the placement is generally treated as somewhat inauspicious. This three-way combination of Ketu, Venus and the Moon sitting in the fifth house is expected to directly affect people's mental state, create confusion and indecision for students, and cast a shadow over matters of love and children. The combination can trigger breakups, cloud judgement and weaken a person's ability to make decisions through the day. Here is how it plays out sign by sign, on business, love, health and investment.
Aries
Aries natives will find their mental state disturbed today, with a lingering sense of restlessness. Matters of love and children will stay average, while business will continue at its usual pace. Love relationships carry a strong chance of heated arguments and bickering today, so it is best to avoid getting drawn into disputes. The day is not favourable for students, so academic decisions should be made carefully and cautiously. It is better to avoid investing money today. Keeping something red nearby will bring good fortune.
Taurus
Taurus natives are showing strong signs of domestic discord and rising differences at home today. Plans to buy land, a house or a vehicle could run into disputes, so paperwork should be handled with extra care. Love and matters concerning children will stay in good shape, and business will run profitably. Today is also a good time to invest. Keeping something green nearby will prove auspicious.
Gemini
Gemini natives may face trouble related to the nose, ear or throat today. Avoid starting any new business right now. Pay close attention to your own health as well as the health of family members. Investing money would not be a wise decision today. Matters of love and children will remain average. Bowing before Kali ji will be auspicious today.
Cancer
Cancer natives are showing signs of financial loss today, so investing should be avoided altogether. There is a chance of facing an ailment related to the mouth, and health looks somewhat affected. That said, matters of love and children look excellent, and business is set for strong growth. Even so, avoid investing today. Performing Jalabhishek of Lord Shiva will be auspicious.
Leo
Leo natives may feel nervous and restless today. Hormonal issues could increase, and sugar levels appear to be rising. Matters of love and children will stay at a moderate level, while business will run well. Investing today is fine if you wish to. Offering water to the Sun will bring good results.
Virgo
Virgo natives may see rising expenses that trouble the mind today. Headaches and eye pain are also possible. Partnerships could run into major problems, so exercise caution in any matters involving shared ventures. Whether a new love interest or an old one, the situation on the love front looks good. Business will run well too, and today is a suitable time to invest. Bowing before Kali ji will be auspicious.
Libra
Libra natives will see new sources of income open up, and money will also come in from old sources, though the process may prove troublesome. Travel will turn out profitable but could come with its share of hassles. Matters of love and children will stay average, while business will remain in good shape. Today is also a suitable time to invest. Offering water to the Sun will be auspicious.
Scorpio
Scorpio natives should not undertake any work purely relying on luck today, and should stay away from court or legal matters. Postpone the start of any new business for now. Pay special attention to your own health as well as your father's health. Matters of love and children remain in good shape, and business is running well too. Offering water to the Sun will be auspicious today.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius natives may carry a fear of being insulted today. Luck will not favour you today, so avoid making any major decisions relying on fortune. Both health and matters of love and children will remain at a moderate level. Business will run more or less smoothly, and investing today is fine.
Capricorn
Capricorn natives face a risk of injury or getting caught up in some kind of trouble today. Circumstances will stay somewhat unfavourable, so pay special attention to your health. Both love and children matters, and business, will remain at a moderate level. It is better to avoid investing today. Bowing before Kali ji will be auspicious.
Aquarius
Aquarius natives should pay attention to their own health as well as their spouse's health today. Couples in a relationship should avoid meeting for now. The business situation looks good, and investing today is also fine. Bowing before Lord Shani will be auspicious.
Pisces
Pisces natives will continue to hold the upper hand over rivals today. On the health front, there is a risk of rising sugar levels and a possible chest-related ailment. Matters of love and children will stay at a moderate level, while business will run more or less smoothly. Avoid investing altogether today. Bowing before Bajrangbali will be auspicious.
