Transits November 12 – 24 Venus (in Hasta) ~ Show off your best skills Venus, planet of relating and luxury, is in the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from November 12th to 24th. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for taking and receiving, and all activities associated with handicraft. You may encounter people who are open-handed in their affections, or else you […] November 2, 2023October 24, 2023
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
Tithi Insights – The Moon’s Daily Mood Introducing Tithi Insights – The Moon’s Daily Mood in Today’s Horoscope Every day, the Moon takes on a unique “mood” that quietly shapes the flow of events, your mindset, and even how you respond to the world. In Vedic time-keeping, this is called the Tithi – the lunar day based on the distance between the Sun […] Written by Align27 August 18, 2025August 19, 2025
This Nakshatra in Your Chart Shapes Every Bold Move You Make The House Rulers in Nakshatras section inside your Birth Chart just got its next update – and this time we’re exploring your 3rd Lord. Your 3rd house lord governs courage, communication, skills, siblings, and the way you approach new challenges. It shows how you take initiative, the kind of risks you’re willing to embrace, and […] Written by Align27 August 13, 2025August 14, 2025
Oct 27 – Nov 23 ~ Mercury, Mars Conjunction (in Scorpio) ~ Using words as weapons Mercury, planet of thought, comes together with forceful, assertive Mars in Scorpio from October 27th to November 23rd 2025. This is a great transit for mental energy and making your wishes known clearly. Part of you prefers to keep your thinking private and to rely on hints or suggestions, but you are also ready to […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Oct 27 – Nov 7 Venus (in Chitra) ~ Design a new relationship Venus, planet of relationships and values, is in the nakshatra of Chittra across the signs Virgo and Libra from October 27th to November 7th 2025. Chittra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining Jewel makes a natural setting for luxurious Venus, where you enjoy showiness and glamour, and […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Oct 24 – Nov 6 Sun (in Swati) ~ Power through diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2025. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where your skills are to be an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, though you […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 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