Planets here receive support. The Moon brings curiosity, harmony, stability, and practicality to a person.

Pada 3 – Gemini Navamsha (26°40' – 30° in Gemini)

Mercury rules this pada. Such people highly value speech, communication, receiving and exchanging information. They possess high intellect and extensive knowledge, which they convey to others through their actions.

Mercury here provides eloquence, politeness, and language knowledge.

Planets in this pada express themselves very positively. If the Moon is located here, the person can handle multiple projects simultaneously, have several children, be educated and curious. Venus here brings high intellect, wit, irony, and objectivity.

Pada 4 – Cancer Navamsha (0°0' – 3°20' in Cancer)

The Moon rules this pada, and it also rules the nakshatra, calming it. This pada has strong lunar energy and is considered one of the best sections of the zodiac.

These are caring people with good intuition who listen well to others, understand their psychology, and accept them as they are. This pada is motherly, nurturing, and brings out the motherly qualities of the Punarvasu Nakshatra. It also provides sensitivity and sensuality.

In this pada, attachment issues may arise (to children, a loved one, or projects).

Any planet located in this pada becomes sensitive. Jupiter is exalted here. Mars, despite its debilitation, brings positive results.

This is the eighth nakshatra. Its primary symbol is a cow’s udder, and the symbolic animal is a sheep. The cow’s symbol signifies generosity, good upbringing, and a selfless nature. Pushya lies entirely within the sign of Cancer, covering from 3°20' to 16°40' in Cancer. Its ruler is Saturn, and the deity is Brihaspati.

These individuals may have an attractive appearance, charm, and often possess the potential to earn money and hold a good position in society. If their moral and religious principles are challenged, they may become aggressive. They are fragile, vulnerable, and often experience sorrow and mental pain. They do not have a particular body type or overall appearance. Many of them bear a distinguishing mark: a scar, mole, or a limp.

The decision-making process can be overly complex for them. They prefer others to assume responsibility. It is known that these individuals often fall victim to peer pressure, as they struggle to stand their ground in challenging situations.

Those born under the Pushya nakshatra have high intellect, which is not dependent on their level of education, and they are excellent conversationalists. They are capable of achieving significant professional success, but their success tends to fluctuate. There is a tendency for betrayal from business partners or impulsive decision-making, which can lead to financial losses.

Suitable professions for them include fields related to communication, education, and marketing. It will always be beneficial for them to expand personal and professional boundaries to sustain ongoing professional success.

They are loyal to their parents. Marital relationships are strained due to challenges in trusting others. However, patience will help them find a suitable partner and build strong relationships.

They may face serious health problems from childhood. In later years, there is a tendency toward liver diseases, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.

Destructive Degrees of the Planets in the Pushya Nakshatra: Sun – 6° in Cancer, Saturn – 9° in Cancer, Ketu – 10° in Cancer, Rahu – 11° in Cancer, Mercury – 12° in Cancer. If in your natal chart, a planet occupies these destructive degrees in Pushya, caution is advised, and it is best not to start anything new when they transit through these destructive degrees.

Janma (Starting something) – Pushya

Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth) – Ashlesha, Jyeshta, Revati

Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune) – Ashwini, Magha, Mula

Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security) – Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha

Pratyak (People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this) – Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha

Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships) – Rohini, Hasta, Shravana

Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people) – Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta

Mitra (Helpers) – Ardra, Swati, Satabhisha

Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends) – Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada

Pada 1 – Leo Navamsha (3°20' – 6°40' in Cancer)

The Sun rules this pada. These individuals may openly express their care and support for others in a characteristic manner. It is important to them that others recognize the good they do, acknowledge their investment in public matters, and their concern for those around them. This pada brings pride in family or lineage, a desire to attain wealth, and attention from everyone. Planets in this pada yield strongly positive results.

Pada 2 – Virgo Navamsha (6°40' – 10° in Cancer)

The ruler of this pada is Mercury. These are modest people, concerned with how others view them, oriented towards hard work, and often have very high aspirations. Their activity is often connected to agriculture. All planets here, except for Venus, bring something positive.

Pada 3 – Libra Navamsha (10° – 13°20' in Cancer)

Venus is the ruler of this pada. There is a focus on the home, comfort, and luxury. These individuals enjoy speaking, have beneficial social connections, and wish prosperity for everyone. The drawbacks of this pada include superficiality and conformity. Professions related to counseling, speaking, and teaching are suitable. Mercury, the Moon, Venus, and Saturn do well in this pada.

Pada 4 – Scorpio Navamsha (13°20' – 16°40' in Cancer)

Mars rules this pada, making the person aggressive and intrusive in their concern for others. They may turn themselves into victims or become violent and harass others. These people do not know boundaries, whether in care or in love. Disappointment with someone may cause them to feel insulted and remain angry for a long time. Only Venus and Jupiter are strong here, provided they are not afflicted.

This is the ninth nakshatra, associated with kundalini energy. Its primary symbol—a coiled snake—represents wisdom. The animal symbol is a cat. Ashlesha is entirely within the sign of Cancer, occupying 16°40' to 30° in Cancer. The ruling planet is Mercury, and the deity is Sarpa (the serpent).

These people are sharp, tough, may be cold, cunning, and ruthless, stopping at nothing to achieve a particular goal. When they rise socially, they sometimes use flattery, may make incorrect decisions, and are prone to outbursts of anger.

These people can have deep thoughts, be very intelligent, and also sensitive. However, there may be situations where they use their knowledge to control others. They may take a hard approach with people and should be careful not to alienate friends and relatives because of this. They often live in a black-and-white world, lacking flexibility. With leadership qualities, they can attract others. If they control their character, they will achieve great success at the right time and place. A strong desire for control may risk achieving their goals. Ambitions and loyalty can harm them and lead to unlawful actions. It’s believed that among these people, some may become criminals.