Transits October 7 – 14 Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a genius idea in your hands Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta nakshatra in the sign of Virgo from October 7th to 14th 2023. This nakshatra is in Mercury’s own sign, where Hasta gives you a practical and earthy intelligence, as you combine the best of abstract knowledge with on-the-job experience. Its symbol of the Hand is associated with […] September 27, 2023September 14, 2023
Transits September 27 – October 11 Sun (in Hasta) ~ Take power in your own hands The Sun, day-star and planet of the self, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 11th, the nakshatra of the Hand and handicraft. As Hasta’s ruling devata, the Sun has an affinity in this asterism, and gives you a confident and generous quality within the humble and earthy nature of zodiacal Virgo. The Sun […] September 17, 2023August 31, 2023
Transits September 3 – 23 Mars (in Hasta) ~ Put energy into manifesting Mars, planet of drive and assertion, enters the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from September 3rd to 23rd 2023. Hasta is known as the Star of Manifestation, whose special power ‘To Put Power in Your Hands’ makes this an excellent time for crafts and handiwork, where Mars gives you great drive and […] August 23, 2023August 25, 2023
Transits October 14 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Grab a perfect deal Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta nakshatra from October 14th to 22nd, in the zodiacal sign of Virgo where it is strongest. This transit gives you earthy, practical and intelligent moves, where you not only pick up new information but know how to use it. Mercury goes back over an area which it […] October 4, 2022September 21, 2022
Transits October 2 – 13 ~ Venus (in Hasta) ~ Take relationships by the hand Venus, planet of relating and luxuries, is in the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from Oct 2 to Oct 13 2022. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for seizing and taking, and all activities associated with handicraft. You may encounter people who are open-handed in their affections, or […] September 23, 2022September 12, 2022
Transits September 27 – October 10 ~Sun (in Hasta) ~ Grab your chance to lead The Sun, day-star and planet of the soul, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 10th, the nakshatra of the hand and handicraft. As Hasta’s ruling devata, the Sun has a clear affinity in this asterism, and gives you a confident and generous nature within the humble and earthy approach of zodiacal Virgo. The […] September 17, 2022August 24, 2022
Transits September 10 – October 2 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Virgo) ~ Get your message over second-time Mercury is retrograde in Virgo from September 10th to October 2nd. This medium-length, medium-slow retrograde of twenty-two days falls in a practical earth sign like all 2022’s other Mercury retro phases. Now in its strongest sign of Virgo, Mercury gives the promise for smart and detailed thinking, and you the ability to unravel a long-standing […] September 1, 2022August 2, 2022
Transits August 30 – September 19 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Seize on a genius idea Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta nakshatra from Aug 30th – Sep 19th 2022, which includes its retrograde phase from September 10th. Mercury moves more slowly through the first half of this transit, which allows you to concentrate fully and beam all your brainpower on a job at hand. This nakshatra is in […] August 20, 2022July 28, 2022
Transits October 9 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Grab a second opportunity Mercury, planet of the mind, is retrograde in Hasta nakshatra from October 9th to 28th 2021, returning through its recent position of early September. This retro phase lasts until October 19th, as Mercury remains in Hasta and its strong sign of Virgo, and you are perfectly placed to take advantage of a new or repeating […] September 27, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 27 – October 10 ~ Sun (in Hasta) ~ Shine a light on your skills The Sun, star of self and creativity, is in Hasta, the nakshatra of the hand and handicraft, from September 27th to October 10th. Hasta is also ruled by the Sun/Surya, so this planet has a clear affinity in this asterism, giving you a confident and generous nature within the humble and earthy style of Virgo. […] August 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Born with a Retrograde Planet? Here’s What It Reveals A retrograde planet reveals unfinished karmic work from a past life-something you are here to revisit, resolve, or approach differently. It creates an intense focus on that planet’s area of life, bringing delays, inner struggles, repetition, and powerful desires. You may feel like you’re going through the same lessons over and over, but with each […] Written by Align27 July 28, 2025July 28, 2025
Ādi Amāvásya: A Day to Honor Your Ancestors Thursday, July 24 (starts 2:30 AM IST on July 24 and ends at 12:42 AM IST on July 25) is Ādi Amāvāsyā, a deeply significant day to honor our ancestors, release past karmas, and reset our spiritual compass. Occurring in the Tamil month of Ādi and during the Sun’s southward journey (Dakshinayana), this New Moon is especially […] Written by Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Oct 10 – 24 Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shed light on your creativity Sun, planet of self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chittra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in the zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 24th 2025. Chittra’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Collect Merit’, so you are invested in good works and business that produce a life-supporting effect. Chittra itself is […] Written by Align27 August 7, 2025August 7, 2025
Oct 9 – 17 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Asking a romantic question The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Virgo from October 9th to 17th, 2025. These two planetary enemies have a subtle effect on each other, while remaining far enough apart in Virgo to operate independently in their own styles. Venus’s aura of charm and diplomacy is not burnt up in the […] Written by Align27 August 7, 2025August 7, 2025
Sep 15 – Oct 2 Mercury Exaltation (in Virgo) ~ A touch of genius Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is exalted in Virgo from September 15th to October 2nd, 2025. Virgo is Mercury’s sign, which gives you extra intelligence and analytical ability, as well as practical earthy skills that you can apply in the real world. You can express yourself smartly and know exactly what to say in […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 6, 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