Weekly Horoscope from August 17 to 23, 2026

WHAT DO YOUR PLANETS SAY? WEEKLY HOROSCOPE-17 TO 23 AUGUST 2026.Planetary Transits This Week. 
Sun enters Leo on 17 August at 8:03 AM.
Moon is in Virgo, entering Libra on 17 August at 4:19 PM.
Moon enters Scorpio at 2:30 AM in the early hours of 19/20 August.
Moon enters Sagittarius on 22 August at 2:48 PM.
Mars is in Gemini.
Mercury is in Cancer, entering Leo on 22 August at 7:33 PM.
Jupiter is in Cancer.
Venus is in Virgo.
Saturn is retrograde in Pisces.
Rahu is in Aquarius.
Ketu is in Leo. Let us see what these planets have in store for your zodiac sign.
1 – ARIES
For Aries natives, the beginning of the week will bring increased confidence, courage and new opportunities. Short journeys may prove beneficial and pending work will gradually gain momentum. Support from siblings, friends and associates will be available. From Monday evening, family matters may require greater attention. Maintain patience and harmony in domestic affairs. Be careful while driving and avoid unnecessary arguments. From Wednesday/Thursday onward, circumstances will become increasingly favorable. Creative activities will bring success. Students and those preparing for competitive examinations may receive encouraging results. Matters related to children may also bring happiness.Worship Lord Hanuman and recite the Mangal Kavach. Suggestion – Make the best use of the beginning and middle of the week. Avoid unnecessary expenses and impulsive decisions toward the weekend.
Lucky Numbers – 9, 1, Lucky Gemstone – Red Coral, Lucky Colours – Red, Saffron.
2 – TAURUS
For Taurus natives, the beginning of the week will be financially favorable.Family support will remain available. Sweet and thoughtful communication will bring respect as well as benefits. There may also be a possibility of receiving pending money. From Monday evening onward, courage and self-confidence will increase. Success in professional matters is indicated. Short journeys may be beneficial and opponents are likely to remain weak. Businesspersons may receive new opportunities. From Thursday, greater attention may be required toward family and domestic matters. Excessive responsibilities may cause mental fatigue. Maintain patience and avoid rushing into property or vehicle-related matters. Worship Goddess Durga.Suggestion – Maintain sweetness in your speech and exercise patience in family matters.
Lucky Numbers – 6, 2, Lucky Gemstone – Diamond / Opal, Lucky Colours – White, Pink.
3 – GEMINI
For Gemini natives, the beginning of the week will be highly favorable. Confidence, energy and efficiency will increase. This is a good period for beginning new projects. With Mars in your sign, courage and leadership qualities will become stronger. From Monday evening, financial matters will improve. Family support will be available. Pleasant communication will help build new relationships and strengthen existing ones. There is also a possibility of receiving pending money. From Thursday onward, courage and enthusiasm will increase further. Success in business and professional activities is indicated. Short journeys may prove beneficial. Mercury will support communication and important decisions are likely to work in your favor. Recite Ganapati Atharvashirsha. Suggestion- Make full use of the entire week. The period is favorable for starting new projects.
Lucky Numbers – 5, 3, Lucky Gemstone – Emerald,Lucky Colours – Green, Light Yellow.
4 – CANCER
For Cancer natives, the beginning of the week may bring some additional expenses and increased activity. Avoid unnecessary mental stress and take proper care of your health. Avoid excessive running around whenever possible. From Monday morning, confidence and enthusiasm will increase. The influence of the Sun, Mercury and Jupiter will strengthen your personality and reputation. Pending work will gain momentum and support from others will be available. From Thursday onward, financial conditions will improve. Family life will remain pleasant. Sweet communication will bring respect and benefits. Both business and professional matters are likely to remain favorable. Worship Lord Shiva. Suggestion – Remain patient during the beginning of the week and make full use of the middle and latter part.
Lucky Numbers – 2, 7, Lucky Gemstone – Pearl, Lucky Colours – White, Cream.
5 – LEO
For Leo natives, the beginning of the week indicates an increase in income and fulfillment of wishes. Support from friends and well-wishers will be available. Social reputation will increase and new contacts may prove beneficial. From Monday onward, expenses and running around may increase. Pay special attention to health and adequate rest. Avoid mental stress and do not make important decisions in haste. From Thursday, as the Moon moves into your sign, confidence, attraction and leadership qualities will increase. You may receive respect in your professional sphere. Important tasks are likely to be completed successfully and support from others will continue. Worship the Sun God and Lord Vishnu. Suggestion – Make full use of the latter part of the week and do not neglect your health.
Lucky Numbers – 1, 3,Lucky Gemstone – Ruby, Lucky Colours – Golden, Orange.
6 – VIRGO
For Virgo natives, the beginning of the week will bring success and recognition in the professional sphere. Support from seniors and authorities is indicated. Both business and employment may bring opportunities for progress. Important tasks are likely to be completed on time.From Monday onward, income may increase. Support from friends and family will be available. Long-pending plans may move forward and social reputation may improve. From Saturday morning, as the Moon enters your sign, confidence, health and efficiency will increase significantly. The period will be highly favorable for beginning new work, making important decisions and participating in social activities. Offer Durva to Lord Ganesha and recite Ganapati Atharvashirsha. Suggestion – Make the most of this week. The period beginning Saturday will be particularly favorable and progressive
Lucky Numbers – 5, 8, Lucky Gemstone – Emerald, Lucky Colours – Green, Sky Blue.
7 – LIBRA
For Libra natives, the beginning of the week will bring success and recognition in the professional sphere. Support from senior officers and authorities will be available, and business activities will progress. Pending work will be completed and self-confidence will increase. The period will be favorable for making important decisions. From Monday evening, income may increase and support from friends and family will be received. Long-pending plans will gain momentum. Social reputation will improve and new contacts may prove beneficial in the future. From Thursday morning, some additional expenses and mental busyness may increase. Pay special attention to health and daily routine. During the weekend, the Moon's movement into Virgo may increase the need for rest. Avoid unnecessary disputes and expenses. Worship Goddess Lakshmi and offer Kheer as Prasad. Suggestion – Make full use of the beginning and middle of the week. Maintain patience and restraint during the weekend.
Lucky Numbers – 6, 3, Lucky Gemstone – Diamond / Opal, Lucky Colours – White, Pink.
8 – SCORPIO
For Scorpio natives, the beginning of the week will bring the support of fortune. Interest in religious and spiritual activities will increase. Journeys may prove beneficial and guidance from seniors will be received. Pending work will gradually move forward. From Monday morning, opportunities for success, recognition and financial gains in the professional sphere will arise. Support from authorities will be available. Both business and employment may bring opportunities for advancement. From Thursday morning, income is likely to increase. Friends and well-wishers will provide support. Long-standing wishes may be fulfilled. From Saturday onward, social reputation and influence may also increase. Worship Lord Hanuman. Suggestion – Make full use of the opportunities available throughout the week. The period will be favorable for starting new projects.
Lucky Numbers – 9, 2,Lucky Gemstone – Red Coral, Lucky Colours – Red, Deep Maroon.
9 – SAGITTARIUS
For Sagittarius natives, the beginning of the week may bring some mental stress and require greater attention toward health. Avoid unnecessary disputes and maintain patience. Timely meals and adequate rest will be important. From Monday morning, the support of fortune will gradually increase. Interest in religious activities will grow. Journeys may be beneficial and guidance from seniors will be available. Pending work will begin to progress. From Thursday morning, success and recognition in the professional sphere and gains in business are indicated. Support from authorities will be received. Important tasks are likely to be completed by the weekend and your reputation may increase. Suggestion – Make full use of the middle and latter part of the week. Do not be careless about your health. Worship Lord Vishnu.
Lucky Numbers – 3, 7, Lucky Gemstone – Yellow Sapphire, Lucky Colours – Yellow, Golden.
10 – CAPRICORN
For Capricorn natives, the beginning of the week indicates beneficial journeys and progress in business and professional matters. Partnership-related activities may bring success. Support from important people will be available. From Monday morning, some mental anxiety and health-related caution may be necessary. Avoid unnecessary expenses and disputes. Working with patience, wisdom and discretion will prove beneficial. From Thursday morning, the support of fortune will increase. Interest in religious activities will grow. Pending work will be completed. By the weekend, opportunities for respect, reputation and financial gains are indicated. Worship Lord Shiva. Suggestion – Maintain restraint during the beginning of the week. The latter part will be more favorable for you.
Lucky Numbers – 8, 4, Lucky Gemstone – Blue Sapphire, Lucky Colours – Blue, Slate Grey/
11 – AQUARIUS
For Aquarius natives, the beginning of the week indicates that attention should be given to health and mental peace. Avoid unnecessary risks, disputes and stress. Maintain a regular routine and pay attention to your diet. From Monday morning, the support of fortune will gradually increase. Interest in religious and spiritual activities will grow. Guidance from seniors will be available and journeys may prove beneficial. From Thursday morning, strong possibilities of success, recognition and financial gains in the professional sphere are indicated. Support from authorities will be received. Pending work will be completed and income may also increase by the weekend. Worship Lord Shiva. Suggestion – Make full use of the middle and latter part of the week. Remain attentive toward your health.
Lucky Numbers – 4, 8, Lucky Gemstone – Hessonite Garnet, Lucky Colours – Sky Blue, Blue.
12 – PISCES
For Pisces natives, the beginning of the week indicates beneficial journeys and progress in business and professional matters. Success is indicated in matters related to spouse and partnerships. Family support will be available. From Monday morning, special attention will be required toward health, efficiency and daily routine. You may have to work harder, but ultimately the results are likely to be in your favor. Opponents will remain weak. From Thursday morning, conditions in business, employment and family life will become more favorable. During the weekend, the Moon's movement into Virgo may bring opportunities for beneficial journeys, new agreements and greater harmony in married life. Important activities are likely to receive favorable results. Worship Lord Vishnu. Suggestion – Make special use of the latter part of the week. The period will be favorable for partnerships and new ventures.
Lucky Numbers – 7, 3 Lucky Gemstone – Yellow Sapphire, Lucky Colours – Yellow, Cream.
NEXT WEEKLY HOROSCOPE-24 August 2026
Until then— Stay Healthy – Stay Safe. Make good use of your time.
Move forward with patience, wisdom and positive thinking. May God's blessings always remain upon you. Shubham Bhavatu.

(Dr Ashok Pandey,Spiritual Healer, Vastu Consultant and Astrologer Pune - +91-7574885030, +91- 9425006196)