Well, in my culture and my religion, a lot of things are based on vedic astrology.
Like for instance when we buy a new car, house whatever can be considered material, we would consult an astrologer for a good time, so that the God's overhead would shower blessings on us.
It has been known if, for instance, you don't consult an astrologer and you get married, your marriage is likely NOT to work.
So, astrology is an essential part of a hindu home, but geez i don't even look at the paper to see if I'm gonna have a bad day or good day, come on guys, live for the moments not the days!!!