Dr. Rakesh Kumar is a Vedic astrologer, spiritual counselor, founder and chairman of Ishwar Center in Jackson Heights, New York. A longtime practitioner of Vedic spiritual sciences, his consultation work focuses on Vedic astrology readings and Muhurat (electional) astrology, with a broader emphasis on karma, spiritual understanding, and practical life guidance. Ishwar Center also maintains a long-running series of predictions and newsletters on world events and astrological timing. Sessions are offered by phone and in person at the Jackson Heights location.