Transits February 15 – 26 ~ Venus (in Dhanishtha) ~ Enjoy love and luxury Venus, planet of relationship, values and the arts is in Dhanishtha from February 15th to 26th 2021, the nakshatra which spans the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to wealth and benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, is ‘To Create Opulence and Fame’. This asterism is ruled by the Ashta (eight) Vasus, […] January 28, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 5 – 22 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ Get serious about your studies Mercury goes retrograde in the sign and nakshatra of Aquarius-Dhanishtha from January 30th, reversing back into Capricorn by February 5th, before turning direct on February 22nd. This transit is part of a large current focus on Capricorn, where by the New Moon on February 10th there will be six planets in all, including the long-term influence of Jupiter […] January 25, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 20 – February 11 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Get into your mental rhythm Mercury, planet of mental energy and communication, is in Dhanishtha from January 20th to February 11th 2020, which lies across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This transit takes in Mercury’s retrograde arc, beginning on January 30th, so it is longer than usual and carries more weight. Expect the familiar retrograde experiences at this […] January 8, 2021November 6, 2021
Rahu in Dhanishta Nakshatra – Insights and Remedies Written by Align27 August 13, 2026August 13, 2026
Sep 27 – Oct 10 ~ Sun (in Hasta) ~ Shine a light on your skills The Sun, star of self and creativity, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 10th, the nakshatra symbolized by the Hand and handicraft. Hasta is also ruled by the Sun/Surya, so this planet has a clear affinity in this nakshatra and gives you a confident and generous nature within Virgo’s humble, earthy nature. Your […] Written by Align27 August 25, 2026August 27, 2026
Sep 26 – Nov 6 ~ Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Libra) ~ Open a new conversation Mercury, the planet of the mind, and Venus, the planet of relationships, come together in Libra from September 26th to November 6th, 2026. This extended transit includes the retrograde phase of both planets and becomes a major event in the year in its own right. These two planetary friends’ paths weave back and forth and […] Written by Align27 August 25, 2026August 25, 2026
Sep 24 – Oct 17 ~ Mars (in Pushya) ~ Emotional energy Mars, the planet of drive and action, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within Cancer from September 24th to October 17th, 2026. Pushya’s symbol of an udder revolves around caring and nurturing, and your motivation and desires are bound up with looking after the people closest to you. The Shakti of this asterism, ‘The Power to […] Written by Align27 August 25, 2026August 25, 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
