Transits May 11 – 15 ~ Mars, Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Speaking truth to power Mercury, planet of thought, is conjunct with both the all-powerful Sun and assertive Mars in Aries from May 11th to 15th 2026. This complex mix of planetary friends and enemies gives you a new promise, and you can also achieve a great deal in a short space of time. An unspoken issue that has built […] Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Transits May 8 – 18 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A full romantic pursuit Venus, planet of love and values, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from May 8th to 18th, 2026. Mrigashira’s symbol, the Deer, is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, and this transit sees you driven by desire and the thrill of the chase. […] Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Transits May 7 – 15 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ From secrecy to strength Mars, the planet of energy and dynamism, is in the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from May 7th to 15th, 2026. Pisces and Aries, and Revati and Ashwini, are sharply contrasting energies, and any planet moving through this Gandanta ‘knot-end’ has to adjust to an unfocused and fated quality. Events […] Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Transits May 6 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Sharing your brain-child Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani, in the zodiacal sign of Aries, from May 6th to 13th 2026. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva, and its meaning is bound up with giving birth, either as in bearing children or delivering a plan or creative idea. It takes […] Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Transits May 1 – 26 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aries) ~ A genius idea is tested Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is combust by the all-powerful Sun, first in Aries and then in Taurus from May 1st to 26th 2026. As it moves towards the Sun’s burning light, Mercury becomes invisible in the sky and increasingly underpowered in the horoscope. When these two planets are at their closest, combustion is […] Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Rahu in Shatabhishak Pada 2 & Ketu in Magha Pada 4 Rahu in Shatabhishak Pada 2 – Mar 29 to May 31 Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhishak Pada (part) Two from March 29th to May 31st 2026. Your Rahu Predictions Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius and has a special affinity with Shatabhishta’s progressive and experimental nature. Pada Two […] Align27 March 26, 2026March 29, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Venus in Gandanta + Ashwini Venus in Gandanta – Mar 23 to Mar 28 Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between March 23rd and 28th, 2026. Venus in Gandanta Predictions This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, as well as nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and […] Align27 March 22, 2026March 24, 2026
Transits Apr 30 – May 15 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Be a thought leader Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the all-powerful Sun in Aries from April 30th to May 15th 2026. This transit gives you pride in your ideas and communication, and you want full credit for your input into any job or project. Sun and Mercury are planetary enemies, but together create Budhaditya Yoga, an […] Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Transits Apr 30 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Start the debate Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, is in Ashwini from April 30th to May 6th 2026, the nakshatra in Aries known for speed and Quick Action. This transit is a sharp contrast to Mercury’s stay in Pisces through the month of April, which featured delays, obstruction, and perhaps criticism from somebody in authority. Mercury in […] Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Transits Apr 28 – May 1 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Move forward after a long delay Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from April 28th to May 1st 2026. This phase, which translates to a ‘knot-end’, stretches from the final pada of Pisces-Revati through the first of Aries-Ashwini, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Plans that were […] Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Dec 5 – 22 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ See love from another side Venus, the planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from December 5th to 22nd, 2026. This transit is a repeat of Venus’s recent extended stay in this nakshatra through most of September and October, and altogether caps an intense focus on the affairs of this area over the […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 4 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 4th to 13th. The Shakti, or special gift, of this nakshatra, ‘To Worship’, gives you enhanced faith and spirituality, particularly when you get behind a cause, special person, or philosophy. You have an intense and deep-reaching way […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 3rd to 16th, 2026, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an umbrella or talisman shows protection and security. Jyestha translates as ‘The Elder,’ and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives the Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a […] 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