India, Aug. 1 -- An infrequent celestial event marks August as Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, will be both retrograde and combust simultaneously in the sign of Cancer. Sun progresses towards Leo, and Mercury gets out of the combustible range. It turns direct on the same day, on 11 August 2025. This alignment may bring challenges in communication for both individuals and nations, making it essential to exercise caution, especially when dealing with contracts and agreements and important decisions. Read more on the predictions for August 2025 for all zodiac signs.

The sun will enter Leo on 17 August. The benefic Jupiter transiting in Mercury-owning Gemini might be a harmonising force in communication hiccups. Saturn wi...