The Lineage — Bangalore Niranjan Babu

A Dynasty of Scholarship

Dr. B.V. Raman — founder of The Astrological Magazine

Dr. B.V. Raman (1912–1998)

The Raman family's contribution to Jyotiṣa is without parallel in the modern era. For fifteen generations, this lineage has preserved, practised, and advanced the sciences of Vāstu Śāstra, mantra śāstra, yajña, and classical astrology — maintaining an unbroken chain of knowledge transmission that few traditions in the world can claim.

At the heart of this legacy stands Dr. B.V. Raman (1912–1998), widely acknowledged as the foremost Jyotiṣa scholar of the twentieth century. In 1936, he founded The Astrological Magazine, a publication that would become the most widely read journal of its kind in the world. His rigorous, evidence-based approach brought Jyotiṣa the respect of academic and professional communities globally.

Bangalore Niranjan Babu

Niranjan Babu speaking at an international seminar

As the son and intellectual heir of Dr. Raman, Niranjan Babu has spent over fifty years deepening his mastery of Vāstu Śāstra and Jyotiṣa. He now serves as Editor-in-Chief of The Astrological eMagazine, extending his father's editorial legacy into the digital age.

His practice is distinguished by its scope and rigour. He has provided Vāstu guidance for some of the most significant institutional and religious projects of the past three decades, including campuses for ISKCON, the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Farm, the Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Trust, and the Avadhootha Datta Peetham — as well as corporate campuses and private residences for families across the United States and India.

His published works — including Handbook of Vastu, Vastu Relevance to Modern Times, Vastu FAQs Answered, and Vastu: Directional Influences on Human Affairs — have been translated into multiple languages and remain definitive references in the field.

Milestones

1936

Dr. B.V. Raman founds The Astrological Magazine, establishing the family's scholarly platform.

1970s

Niranjan Babu begins formal study and practice under his father's guidance.

1990s

International consultancy expands to the United States, advising prominent religious institutions and corporate clients.

2000s

Publication of internationally acclaimed Vāstu books. Keynote addresses at global forums.

Present

Continues as Editor-in-Chief of The Astrological eMagazine and principal consultant for distinguished clients worldwide.

In the Company of Distinguished Leaders

Niranjan Babu with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar — With Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Receiving honour from Ganapathi Sachidananda Swamiji — Honoured at Avadhootha Datta Peetham

Niranjan Babu with Dr. Veerendra Heggade — With Dr. Veerendra Heggade

Kannada Vāstu books release ceremony — Vāstu books release in Kannada

With Dr. David Frawley and Komilla Sutton — With Dr. David Frawley & Komilla Sutton

Niranjan Babu with Justice Santosh Hegde — With Justice Santosh Hegde