This document provides notes on predictive astrology through the Nirayana (sidereal) system with reference to Hindu Vedic astrology. It was prepared by Prof. Anthony Writer for students of Jyotisha Bharati. The notes cover topics like the panchang (including tithi, vaar, yoga, nakshatra and karan), elements and vocations, planet qualities and traits, house meanings, effects of planetary lords in houses, and descriptions of the planets in signs and houses. There are acknowledgments to teachers who assisted in the author's learning.