Transits Oct 3 – Dec 5 ~ Ketu (in Gandanta) ~ A spiritual shift Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and escape, is in the Gandanta zone between nakshatras and zodiacal signs from October 3rd to December 5th, 2026. This is the final part of Ketu’s stay in Magha and Leo before its shift into Cancer-Ashlesha at the end of this transit. The Gandanta zone is the sensitive karmic […] Align27 September 7, 2026September 7, 2026
Transits Oct 3 – Dec 5 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Follow your creative impulse Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) One of Magha in the sign of Leo from October 3rd to December 5th, 2026. Your mystical quest has a flamboyant, attention-grabbing quality in this nakshatra, which contrasts sharply with Ketu’s naturally quiet and otherworldly style. Pada One of Magha also relates to […] Align27 September 7, 2026September 7, 2026
Transits Sep 5 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A laid-back conversation Mercury, the planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni, spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 5th to 13th, 2026. Uttara’s symbol of a hammock shows the leisurely style you bring to thinking and communication, where you are concerned with being of service to others. This nakshatra’s rulership […] Align27 August 24, 2026August 27, 2026
Transits Sep 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Light shines on partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th, 2026. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership,’ where you strike a balance between your own needs and giving enough appreciation to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride and […] Align27 August 24, 2026August 27, 2026
Transits Your Predictions: Trust Your Instincts, Think Long-Term Align27 August 16, 2026August 16, 2026
Transits 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 […] Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Transits Aug 22 – Sep 7 ~ Ketu, Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Spirit and self-denial The Sun, the all-powerful center of the universe, comes together with Mercury, the planet of the mind, and Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality, from August 22nd to September 7th, 2026. This is a transit of contradictions, where the Sun emphasizes ego and self, while Ketu plays down your individual identity and sees you wanting […] Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Transits Aug 22 – 29 ~ Mercury (in Magha) ~ A bold statement Mercury, the planet of media and commerce, enters Magha in the sign of Leo from Aug 22nd to 29th, 2026. You think and decide by instinct now and declare your answer boldly, where you have the inside details on your idea, purchase, or application, and get full value for Magha’s confident style. This nakshatra translates […] Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Yama Deepam – Lamp Lighting Ritual for Protection Written by Align27 November 3, 2026November 3, 2026
Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Second time around Mars, the planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from December 19th to January 31st, 2026, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from Dec 19th to Dec 24th, 2026. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area, which translates to ‘knot-end’ and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 16 – 29 ~ Sun (in Mula) ~ Break down psychic barriers The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Sagittarius-Mula from December 16th to 29th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and getting to the heart of the matter. Mula is symbolized by a Root and is concerned with simplicity and has an ascetic quality where you follow a cause or desire for its own […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 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
