Transits Jul 16 – 29 ~ Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A relaxed romantic scene Venus, the planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’ from July 16th to 29th, 2026. Purva’s symbol of a hammock describes its relaxed nature, which finds Venus in an easy-going and romantic setting where you’re happy to let a relationship take its own course. There’s no strict agenda or […] June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 7 – 16 ~ Mercury Sun Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Taking pride in your intelligence Mercury, the planet of the mind, is retrograde and conjunct with the Sun in Gemini from July 7th to 16th, 2026. This is the second phase of this transit after these planets’ recent association in mid-June, and a project from that time may come to fruition, or you may now make a final choice. The […] June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your inner light The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Quiver of Arrows shows an adventurous flight of thought and imagination, where adventure comes to find you on a mental and spiritual level. Punarvasu is ruled by Aditi, the Divine Mother, who […] June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 5 – 21 ~ Mercury Combust (in Cancer and Gemini) ~ Get distance from your thinking Mercury, the planet of communication, is combust by the all-powerful Sun in its retrograde motion, first in Cancer, then in Gemini from July 5th to 21st, 2026. Combustion occurs when Mercury comes close to the Sun’s glare and becomes burnt up and weaker in the horoscope. Mercury moves back from Cancer to Gemini on July […] June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 4 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu Venus Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Romantic empathy Venus, the planet of relationships, comes together with shadowy Ketu in Leo from July 4th to August 1st, 2026. This conjunction gives you a warm and insightful approach to love, especially if your partner is in distress or needs sympathy and support. In the sign of Leo, you have a need for acclaim and a […] June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Aug 15 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Answers second time around Mercury, the planet of thought and intelligence, is in Ashlesha from August 15th to 22nd, 2026. Your mind is wrapped up with intuition and emotional insight, and your task is to separate thought from feeling. You may expect moments where you are overwhelmed and at a loss for words, though your knowledge also runs deeper […] Written by Align27 July 9, 2026July 9, 2026
Aug 17 – 30 ~ Sun (in Magha) ~ Show off your big heart Sun, planet of soul and pride, is in Magha in the sign of Leo from August 17th until 30th, 2025. This nakshatra is the Heart of the Lion, the essence of Leo’s fiery energy, and its name translates to ‘The Grand’. Magha’s symbol of a Royal Throne-Room adds to your regal quality, which you back […] Written by Align27 July 8, 2026July 8, 2026
Aug 17 – Sep 17 ~ Ketu, Sun Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Spirit and self-denial The Sun, the all-powerful center of the universe, comes together with Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality, from August 17th to September 17th, 2026. This is a transit of contradictions, where the Sun emphasizes ego and self, while Ketu plays down your individual identity and sees you wanting to merge with something greater than the […] Written by Align27 July 8, 2026July 8, 2026
Vedic Astrology based Rituals for Radiant Skin Skin is the largest organ in our body, and skin issues primarily occur with a flared-up pitta dosha. According to Vedic Astrology, the skin is ruled by the planet Mercury. When Mercury is afflicted by Mars, Sun, or Ketu (the planets connected to the fire element), we are more prone to skin-related problems as they […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2024June 6, 2024
