Articles Karthigai Deepam – Holistic Remedy for Sun, Mars and Ketu Karthigai Deepam is a festival observed when the Moon aligns with the Kritikka Nakshatra during the Tamil month of Karthigai. The Kritikka Nakshatra, known as the Pleiades, is symbolized by a cluster of six stars and is connected to Lord Kartikeya. This festival involves lighting clay lamps with ghee to symbolize the removal of darkness, […] December 2, 2025December 2, 2025
Transits May 15 – 29 Jupiter (in Krittika) ~ Expand your dream Jupiter, the planet of protection and expansion, is in Pada (part) Three of Krittika, in the sign of Taurus, from May 15th to 29th 2024. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity Agni embodies sacred fire. Pada three of this asterism relates to Aquarius navamsa, the subtle chart of […] April 22, 2024April 22, 2024
Transits April 16 – May 1 Predictions – Jupiter in Kritikka (Aries) From April 16th to May 1st, 2024, Jupiter is in the first part of Krittika within the fiery sign of Aries. Jupiter represents wisdom, fortune, expansion, and growth. Krittika Nakshatra, with its association with fire and the cutting through of superficiality, suggests that this period may be particularly beneficial for acquiring deep, transformative knowledge that […] April 13, 2024April 13, 2024
Transits February 16 – March 5 ~ Mars (in Kritikka) ~ Energy to burn Mars, planet of energy and assertiveness, is in Kritikka, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, between February 16th and March 5th 2021. Kritikka is represented by a flame or razor and its ruling deity is Agni, the personification of sacred fire. There are two distinct portions to this nakshatra; first […] January 28, 2021November 6, 2021
Dakshinamurthi Homa – Guru Purnima Special (Once in 12 Years) Written by Align27 July 21, 2026July 22, 2026
Aug 30 – Sep 13 ~ Sun (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Earn the right to take it easy Sun, planet of spirit and self-expression, is in Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from August 30th to September 13th, 2026. This nakshatra in zodiacal Leo sees the Sun strong and at home, and Purva’s symbol of a hammock gives you a laid-back style, with effortless confidence. You are relaxed and good company when your […] Written by Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Aug 29 – Sep 5 ~ Mercury (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Words of Love Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Purva Phalguni from August 29th to September 5th, 2026, the nakshatra symbolized by a swinging hammock. Purva’s relaxed nature is concerned with pleasure and personal affection, but you still have definite views about big issues and prefer to remain independent-minded. Mercury begins this transit the day […] Written by Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Aug 25 – Sep 11 ~ Venus (in Chitra) ~ Design a new relationship Venus, the planet of relationships and values, is in the nakshatra of Chittra across the signs Virgo and Libra from August 25th to September 11th, 2026. 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 […] Written by Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 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
