Transits Your Predictions – Mercury in Purva Ashada Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius, from January 6th to 15th 2026. Your Predictions Purva Ashadha translates to The Unconquered and is associated with invincibility, while its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’ sees a new approach to your thought, speech, and writing. Mercury […] Align27 January 3, 2026January 4, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Jupiter in Punarvasu Pada 2 Jupiter, planet of philosophy and protection, is in pada 2 of Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer from January 4th to 30th 2026. Your Predictions Jupiter in retrograde motion at this point crosses the nakshatra pada it was in through early to mid-September 2025, and opportunities from that time may surface again now. […] Align27 January 1, 2026December 31, 2025
Transits Your Monthly Predictions – January 2026 This January there will be 18 planetary transits – see what this means for you below. Jupiter in Punarvasu Pada 2 Jan 04 to Jan 30 Jupiter, planet of philosophy and protection, is in pada (part) 2 of Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer from January 4th to 30th 2026. Jupiter in retrograde […] Align27 December 31, 2025December 31, 2025
Transits Jan 23 – 30 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Sweet speech Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from Jan 23rd to 30th 2026. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. This asterism’s Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Connection’, sees you reaching […] Align27 December 31, 2025December 31, 2025
Transits Jan 20 – Feb 21 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Sunshine after the rain Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) One of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada from January 20th to February 21st 2026. Saturn in direct motion goes over its retrograde phase from mid-August to early October 2025, and this is altogether the third time the planet has been through this nakshatra […] Align27 December 31, 2025December 31, 2025
Transits Do’s & Don’ts For January What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for January. Tap below to see personalized do’s and don’ts based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Jan 04 to Jan 30 Jupiter in Punarvasu ~ Curiosity crossed with comfort ✅ Do’sAim higher at […] Align27 December 30, 2025January 9, 2026
Transits Jan 20 – 31 ~ Venus (in Shravana) ~ Seductive listening Venus, planet of art and relationships, is in Shravana from January 20th to 31st 2026, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Capricorn. The Shakti, or unique gift, of this asterism for ‘Making Connection’, sees you bonding with a partner over a shared love of the arts, either in a personal affair or creative collaboration. […] Align27 December 30, 2025December 31, 2025
Transits Jan 17 – Feb 03 2026 ~ Mercury, Sun, Venus, Mars Conjunction (in Capricorn) ~ A serious ambition Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars all come together in Capricorn from January 17th to February 3rd, 2026. This complex mixture of personal ambition and relationship skill sees the planets favouring action, intelligence, and negotiation, with a focus on business and commerce. You can be a professional and responsible leader, and work steadily to produce results […] Align27 December 30, 2025December 30, 2025
Transits Jan 15 – 23 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttarashadha from January 15th to 23rd 2026, the nakshatra that sits across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s auspicious energy emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and any issues that arise have the potential for serious discussion. This asterism’s Shakti, for ‘Uncontested Victory’, favours careful negotiation, which […] Align27 December 30, 2025December 30, 2025
Transits Jan 14 – Feb 06 2026 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Capricorn) ~ Smart negotiation The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, conjoin in Capricorn from January 14th to February 6th, 2026. These two planetary enemies influence each other strongly in the early part of this sign, where Venus’s powers of charm and diplomacy may be overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s natural egotism. Certainly, you feel more […] Align27 December 29, 2025December 29, 2025
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