Rahu (राहु) — Rahu in Vedic Astrology: Effects, Remedies & Gemstone

Rahu (Rahu) signifies: Obsession, foreign, illusion, technology. Rules: Co-rules Aquarius. Gemstone: Hessonite (Gomed). Day: Saturday.

Rahu is the north lunar node — a shadow planet that amplifies desires and creates obsessions. It represents foreign things, technology, unconventional paths, and material ambition. Rahu has no physical body but its effects are powerful.

A well-placed Rahu gives fame, political power, foreign connections, and technological expertise. A poorly placed Rahu causes addiction, deception, phobias, and sudden reversals.

Rahu is exalted in Taurus/Gemini and debilitated in Scorpio/Sagittarius. Rahu-Ketu transit every 1.5 years and their Mahadasha lasts 18 years.

Remedies: Chant 'Om Rahave Namah', wear Hessonite, donate blankets to the poor, worship Goddess Durga, avoid non-vegetarian food during Rahu Kaal.