Transits Sep 3 – 14 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ A protective love affair Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from September 3rd to 14th, 2025. Ashlesha is ruled by the Nagas, a race of divine shape-shifting cobras, which traditionally guarded heavenly wealth. You are protective of your relationship and loved ones, and your reserves of sympathy and insight are in […] July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Transits May 12 – June 6 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ Develop your psychic strength Mars, the planet of action and drive, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from May 12th to Jun 6th, 2025. This is the final part of Mars’s transit through Cancer going back altogether to October of 2024, and you are acting on decisions now that may have been months in the making. Ashlesha is associated with shrewdness and […] April 4, 2025April 4, 2025
Transits July 9 – 19 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Speaking the hidden truth Mercury, the planet of intelligence, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 9th to 19th 2024, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with protectiveness and emotional insight. This transit combines rational thinking and native instinct, where your task is to separate your thoughts from your feelings. Ashlesha is ruled by the Naghas, the mythical snakes who acted as guardians […] May 31, 2024May 31, 2024
Transits September 27 – October 6 Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Be adaptable on a love question Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs from September 27th to October 6th 2023. This is the third and final time Venus goes through this ‘knot-end’ area in 2023, after its previous phase in early August (where Venus was retrograde). If you have been backwards and […] September 17, 2023August 31, 2023
Transits August 13 – 20 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ A journey between two extremes The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo and Ashlesha and Magha from August 13th to 20th 2023. Gandata means ‘knot-end’ where you find an obstacle to overcome, and the Sun’s usual ego-oriented style can’t get its natural power and authority across. This double-border area extends either […] August 3, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 9 – 18 Venus Combust (in Cancer) ~ Go the extra mile for love Venus, planet of art and affection, is combust by the Sun from August 9th to 18th. This happens when Venus is close to the Sun and gets swallowed up in its glare, to the point where Venus becomes invisible in the sky. When the star of love and beauty ‘disappears’, you may feel overlooked or […] July 30, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 7 – October 1 Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover a deep romantic secret Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from August 07 to October 1st 2023. This is a return into the Serpent Nakshatra, for Venus, where it was from mid-June to early July this year, and your romantic life finds closure, or perhaps added intrigue, in an experience you […] July 28, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 7 – September 4 Venus Retrograde (in Cancer) ~ Get new insight into a mysterious character Venus, planet of love, luxury the arts, is retrograde in Cancer from August 7th until September 4th 2023. This is the second phase of Venus’s six-week retrograde spell, which began in Leo on July 23rd, as it now retreats into sensitive, protective Cancer, where you think deeply about relationships and how to create security. Venus […] July 28, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 3 – 17 Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ A moment for self-transformation The Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 17th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents who acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth, which now reflects your secretive style and worldly wisdom. Your protective streak extends to friends […] July 24, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits July 16 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Your ideas express more than words Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 16th to 24th 2023, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with protectiveness and emotional insight. This transit brings out your private side, along with a rather defensive streak which reflects this asterism’s rulers, The Naghas, the mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. Serpents are a […] July 6, 2023June 27, 2023
Vijaya Dashami Rituals – Powerful Day for New Beginnings After nine days of Navratri, the tenth day, which is celebrated as Dusserah or Vijayadashami signifies the victory of good over evil. The tenth day after Navratri also signifies the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. On this day, we celebrate the victory of magnanimity over pettiness, of the big mind over the […] Written by Align27 September 29, 2025September 29, 2025
Powerful Vedic Rituals for Sleep and a Peaceful Mind In Vedic Astrology, the 12th house governs our sleep and the state of our mind. This explains why poor sleep at night can leave us cranky, tired, and exhausted, often leading others to ask, “Are you out of your mind?” A good night’s sleep is crucial for maintaining a sane and healthy mind. Thus, sleep […] Written by Align27 September 25, 2025September 25, 2025
Dec 17 – 22 Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Going from protective to adventurous Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between zodiacal signs and nakshatras from December 17th to 22nd 2025. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’, where the junction of zodiacal signs and lunar asterisms meet, creating a mini-chasm that results in a potentially unstable romantic scenario. This crossover at the cusps of fire and […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 20 – 29 Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ The voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 20th to 29th 2025, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and sees you stepping up and owning the role as a spokesperson and voice of experience. You may be dealing with older people or applying your expertise in […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 16, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Sagittarius from December 16th 2025, to January 14th 2026. These two planets remain close together through this whole transit, beginning in Mula, then moving through Purva and Uttara Ashadha, where Mars is overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s bright glare. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
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