Transits January Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does January have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in January and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Rahu in Revati Pada 3 – 1 January to 4 March Protect and […] January 12, 2024January 12, 2024
Transits January 15 – 21 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 January 15th to 21st 2024. 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 […] January 9, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 18 – 29 Venus (in Mula) ~ Be a true romantic purist Venus, planet of romance and values, is in Sagittarius-Mula from January 18th to 29th 2024, the nakshatra associated with essentials and foundations. Mula’s Shakti, or special gift, ‘To Ruin and Tear Apart’ sees you using this transit creatively to clear out old attachments and let in positive new romantic energy. The symbol here of a […] January 9, 2024January 18, 2024
Transits January 14 – February 1 Mars (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renew your invincible energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Purva Ashada from January 14th to February 1st 2024, the nakshatra within zodiacal Sagittarius which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Uttara’s energy gives a feeling and aspiration for invincibility, despite any confrontation you may go through, and its Shakti or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal is perfect […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 11 – February 10 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Double-down on your ambitions Saturn, planet of karma and success, is pada (part) two of Shatabhishak, from January 11th to February 10th 2024. This is the repeat of Saturn’s transit from mid-April to late August of 2023, and you go through a similar experience as that time, where a fated quality keeps you focused on a demanding schedule. You […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 11 – 24 Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Align with your soul ambition Sun, planet of light and self-expression, is in Uttara Ashada between January 11th and 24th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, sees you putting work in at the start of an enterprise which promises ultimate success. […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits 4 Conjunctions in Sagittarius Jan 8 – 14 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with Sun, star of self-expression, from January 8th to 14th 2024. This transit is a repeat of the recent Mercury-Sun conjunction in this sign, from December 17th to 28th, while Mercury […] January 5, 2024January 4, 2024
Transits January 7 – 18 Venus (in Jyeshtha) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshtha from January 7th to 18th 2024, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshtha is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so you focus on taking charge of your love life and relations with a larger group of people. […] January 3, 2024January 3, 2024
Transits January 1 – March 4 Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Heart and soul goes into your work Ketu, the shadow planet of imagination and spirituality, is in Pada One of Chitra from January 1st to March 4th 2024. This pada is also in Leo navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage, so there is an underlying fire and sense of drama to your quest for escape, especially around your partnerships. Tap into your generous […] January 3, 2024January 10, 2024
Transits The 6 Big Retrogrades of 2024 Mercury retrograde usually makes the headlines, but many other planets go retrograde throughout the year and are as impactful as Mercury, they just don’t have the same PR ;). Retrogrades are common cosmic events that impact us all – they can cause confusion and revisions and a level headed person can suddenly change their ways […] December 27, 2023December 27, 2023
Your Career Insights One of the biggest questions people have is this: What should I actually do for my career to grow? Your Career Triggers For some, when they take initiative. For some, when they work with others. For some, when they step back and focus. Your chart shows exactly this. Your Career Triggers We’ve added a new […] Written by Align27 March 25, 2026March 25, 2026
Ugadi (Vedic New Year) – Parābhava Samvatsara (Prosperity) Rituals The name Yugadi or Ugadi is derived from the Sanskrit words yuga (age) and ādi (beginning): “the beginning of a new age”. It falls on “Chaitra Shudhdha Paadyami” or the first day of the bright half of the Vedic month of Chaitra. This year it falls on March 19/20. For local timings download the align27 […] Written by Align27 March 17, 2026March 17, 2026
May 29 – Jun 1 ~Jupiter, Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Fun and variety Mercury, planet of communication, is conjunct with romantic Venus and expansive Jupiter from May 29th to June 1st, 2026. This short transit combines both planetary friends and enemies in a complex mixture, where your thinking and relating take on a wider and more cosmopolitan tone. Mercury and Venus are firm planetary allies that work together […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 25 – Jun 2 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from May 25th to June 2nd 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This nakshatra’s mythical symbol of a Deer being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2026April 7, 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