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Vedic astrology, written plainly and edited by hand — cosmic events, nakshatras, doshas & remedies, muhurat & ceremony guides, and the knowledge to read your own chart. We read every piece, fix what's unclear, and keep them current as the sky (and our readers' questions) change.
✍️ Curated & edited by the AstroNames team Hand-reviewed for accuracy · Last updated 2026-06-30
Looking for a modern yet meaningful Hindu baby boy name that begins with 'U'? Watch our hand-picked list of boy names starting with U, each with its meaning — and match one to your child's birth star.
Read article →Looking for a beautiful baby name that begins with 'R'? Watch our hand-picked list of newborn names starting with R, and find the perfect one matched to your child's birth star.
Read article →Three or four times a year Mercury appears to move backwards. Here is what Vedic astrology actually says about it — and the simple do's and don'ts.
Read article →Your Janma Nakshatra is one of the most personal points in your chart. Here's what the 27 lunar mansions are and why they matter for names, marriage and muhurat.
Read article →Sade Sati has a fearsome reputation, but it's better understood as Saturn's long lesson in patience and maturity. Here's what it is and how to work with it.
Read article →Why do good things cluster in some years and challenges in others? Vedic astrology's Dasha system maps the timing — here's how it works.
Read article →From naming to marriage, the Shodasha Samskaras mark life's key transitions. Here's an overview — and the ones with an auspicious-date tool on AstroNames.
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