Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. In Hindu mythology, the Sun which is a planet is recognized by 12 names - Mitra, Ravi, Surya, Bhanu, Kha, Pusha, Hiranyagarbha, Marichin, Aditya, Savitr, Arka and Bhaskara. The Sun plays an integral role in the life of every individual since each person is ruled by specific planets. In fact, the Sun is the presiding deity among the Navagrahas (9 planets). Hindu astrology also known as Vedic astrology is about 7000 years old. This makes it the oldest branch of astrology known. According to the Indian Astrology, all celestial bodies - sun, moon, planets, stars influence the terrestrial phenomena and its inhabitants. Indian horoscope is based on the natal chart of individuals. The 12 Indian horoscopes are Mesh (aries), Vrishabh (taurus), Mithun (gemini), Kark (cancer), Leo (simha), virgo (kanya), Tula (libra), Vrishchik ( scorpio), Dhanush (sagittarius), Makar (capricorn), Kumbh (Aquarius) and Meen (pisces).