Transits Oct 23 – Dec 5 ~ Venus (in Chitra) ~ Re-crafting your relationship Venus, the planet of relationships and values, is in the nakshatra of Chittra across the signs Virgo and Libra from October 23rd to December 5th, 2026. This extended transit, with Venus retrograde up to November 13th, is a repeat of its passage through late August and early September this year and sees experiences from that […] Align27 September 23, 2026September 23, 2026
Transits Oct 17 – Nov 16 ~ Sun Debilitation (in Libra) ~ The balance of power The Sun is in the sign of Libra, its sign of debilitation, from October 17th to November 16th, 2026. Libra is a movable sign that instigates change, but the Sun here is caught by a desire for balance and harmony, which can hold back your initiative. You are romantic and relationship-oriented at this point in […] Align27 September 23, 2026September 23, 2026
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Transits Oct 17 – Nov 12 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ Show your psychic strength Mars, the planet of action and drive, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from October 17th to November 12th, 2026. Ashlesha is associated with shrewdness and insight, and Mars makes you alive to subtle tactics and hidden undercurrents. This nakshatra’s ruling devatas, the Nagas, are shape-shifting mythological serpents who give deep wisdom, especially as it relates to financial […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Oct 17 – Nov 6 ~ Mercury, Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Libra) ~ Speak with style Mercury, the planet of the mind, and Venus, the planet of love, are conjunct the light-giving Sun in Libra from October 17th to November 6th, 2026. These planets all begin at different points in Libra, far enough apart initially to keep their essential natures strong, with Venus retrograde and Mercury untouched by the Sun’s overpowering […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Oct 12 – Nov 3 ~ Mercury (in Vishakha) ~ A window into the past Mercury, the planet of speech and intelligence, is in Vishakha from October 12th to November 3rd, 2026, an extended transit that includes Mercury’s retrograde phase. Remaining in the Libra portion of this nakshatra throughout, Mercury turns retrograde halfway through this transit as it focuses on matters of balance and harmony. Information may have been delayed, […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Oct 10 – 24 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shine a light on your gifts The Sun, the planet of self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chittra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 24th, 2026. Chittra’s Shakti is the ‘power to collect merit,’ so you are invested in good works and business that produce a life-supporting effect. As the […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Oct 9 – Feb 8 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Fire and discipline Saturn, the planet of boundaries and ambition, is in Pada (part) Four of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within the sign of Pisces from October 9th, 2026, to February 8th, 2027. This extended transit sees Saturn in retrograde motion up to December 10th, where it consolidates your work, gains, and karmic experience from […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Oct 8 – 31 ~ Jupiter (in Ashlesha) ~ Intuitive and protective Jupiter, the planet of expansion and good fortune, is in Ashlesha pada (part) four from October 8th to 31st, 2026, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. The fourth pada of this nakshatra relates to Pisces navamsha, ruled by Jupiter, which enhances Jupiter’s powerful placement and gives extra emphasis on education and good fortune. […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Sep 17 – Oct 10 ~ Sun (in Virgo) ~ Skill and efficiency The Sun is in Virgo from September 17th to October 16th, 2026, the Mercury-ruled sign that brings analytical skill and attention to detail. This is a time of economies and efficiency where you strip away waste and work most effectively. Virgo is a dual and movable sign of the earth element, which shows flexibility and […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 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