Transits October 31 – November 20 ~ Mars (in Swati) ~ Think your argument through Mars, planet of assertion and desire, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from October 31st to November 20th 2021. This is a time to make your presence felt in a balanced and intellectual style as you raise your leadership credentials. Swati is ruled by Vayu, the Wind God, which is associated with intelligence, […] Align27 September 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – December 7 ~ Ketu (in Anuradha) ~ Intensity with an eye for detail Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and nonattachment, enters the second pada of Anuradha in the sign of Scorpio on October 5th. Anuradha is an auspicious nakshatra whose symbol of a Triumphal Arch holds the promise of success, and is also associated with good relations and personal friendship. Pada two is underpinned by Virgo navamsha […] Align27 September 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 11 – 31 ~ Mars (in Chitra) ~ Build smart and fight fair Mars, planet of energy and competition, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the zodiacal sign of Virgo and half in Libra from October 11th until October 31st. Chitra translates to ‘the brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining jewel speaks to the star’s brightness in the sky, which sees you drawn to both […] Align27 September 28, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 27 – November 2 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ A sudden romantic switch Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between zodiacal signs and nakshatras from October 27th to November 2nd 2021. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’ where the junction of zodiacal signs and lunar asterisms meet, creating a mini-chasm and here, an unstable romantic scenario. This crossover occurs at the cusps of fire and […] Align27 September 27, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 9 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Grab a second opportunity Mercury, planet of the mind, is retrograde in Hasta nakshatra from October 9th to 28th 2021, returning through its recent position of early September. This retro phase lasts until October 19th, as Mercury remains in Hasta and its strong sign of Virgo, and you are perfectly placed to take advantage of a new or repeating […] Align27 September 27, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 24 – November 6 ~ Sun (in Swati) ~ Find new romantic inspiration The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2021. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where you act as an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact, diplomacy and the confidence to back […] Align27 September 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 17 – 30 ~ Venus (in Jyeshtha) ~ Find your romantic courage Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshtha from October 17th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshtha is ‘the elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so you focus on taking charge of your love life and relations with a larger group of people. You are the […] Align27 September 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 10 – 24 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shed light on your creativity Sun, planet of self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 24th. Chitra’s Shakti is the ‘power to collect merit’, so you are invested in good works and business which produces a life-supporting effect. You have a flair for […] Align27 September 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – December 7 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ A meeting of material and spiritual Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, is in pada four of Krittika nakshatra from October 5th 2021. This pada relates to Pisces Navamsha, the subchart of spirituality and relationship, which gives an underlying mystical and romantic side to Rahu’s daily obsessions. Krittika is a fiery asterism symbolized by a flame or razor blade, […] Align27 September 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – 17 ~ Venus (in Anuradha) ~ Create victory through love and friendship Venus, planet of relationships and values, enters Anuradha nakshatra on October 5th until 17th 2021. This is an important departure where you come down strongly on a romantic issue, one way or the other, after a period leading up where you toed a careful romantic line. Venus operates now by instinct rather than fine manners, […] Align27 August 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Sri Lalitha Sahasranama Homa at Kashi Vishalakshi Written by Align27 November 1, 2026November 1, 2026
Dec 6 – Jan 23 ~ Mercury Combustion (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun between December 6th and January 23rd, where it moves from Scorpio through Sagittarius, on to Capricorn and is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 5 – Jun 23 ~ Ketu (in Cancer) ~ Clearing shadows at home Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and detachment, is in Cancer from December 5, 2026, until June 23, 2028. Home and family are central themes of this transit, where you move away from old emotional patterns and look for a more meaningful inner connection. A feeling of emotional detachment comes and goes, with the sense […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 5 – Jun 23 ~ Rahu (in Capricorn) ~ Revolution in the boardroom Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, moves into Capricorn on December 5th up to June 23rd, 2028. This is a major movement that focuses on your rebellious and unorthodox instincts in a different Saturn-ruled sign, where discipline, ambition, and hierarchy rule. Expect tension between your wish to rebel and break away versus cooperating […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 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