Transits August 5 – 27 ~ Mars (in Krittika) ~ Energy to burn Mars, planet of action and assertion, is in Krittika between Aug 5th to Aug 27th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity is Agni, the personification of sacred fire. This is a warlike, rajasic nakshatra, where Mars has a natural […] July 26, 2022July 7, 2022
Transits July 16 – August 5 ~ Mars (in Bharani) ~ Rebirth for new plans Mars, planet of impulse and assertiveness enters Bharani nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries on July 16th until August 5th. Mars is fiery and powerful by sign, and Bharani shows a struggle for mastery and ambition as you give birth to new plans on the way to success. This transit is about strength and […] July 6, 2022June 16, 2022
Transits June 27 – July 16 ~ Mars (in Ashwini) ~ Get the party started Mars, planet of action and dynamism, enters Aries-Ashwini on June 27th to July 15th 2022. This is Mars’s powerful mulatrikona sign and a perfect time for a sudden adventure or to throw energy into a project simply to get the ball rolling. The Aries portion of your chart is invigorated, you are determined and decisive, […] June 17, 2022May 31, 2022
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
Transits January 22 – February 15 ~ Mars (in Bharani) ~ Giving birth to new plans Mars, planet of drive and assertiveness, enters Bharani nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries on January 22nd until February 15th. Mars is fiery and powerful by sign, and in Bharani shows a struggle for achievements and ambition, giving birth to your new plans on the way to success. Despite its familiar macho Aries energy, Bharani […] January 13, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 24 – January 22 ~ Mars (in Ashwini) ~ Do it now Mars, planet of action and competition, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on December 24th until January 22nd. This nakshatra is on Mars’s powerful home territory and a perfect time if you need to make a sudden call or throw energy into a project to get the ball rolling. The Aries section of your […] December 21, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits December 15 – January 1 ~ Mars (Gandanta) ~ Going from subtle to strong Mars, planet of energy and action, moves into the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries, and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini on December 15th to January 1st. This period sees Mars move back into its home sign of Aries and Ashwini nakshatra, where it has been already in August and September of 2020. The […] December 8, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 9 ~ Mars (Retrograde) ~ Pace yourself and work smart. Mars, planet of drive and competition, goes retrograde on September 9th, starting in its own sign of Aries and in the nakshatra of Ashwini. Of all planets, Mars is best suited to forward movement, so special measures may be needed to handle this transit and to avoid potential pitfalls. Patience and forethought don’t come […] September 8, 2020November 6, 2021
The Nakshatra That Reveals What Makes You Feel Safe House Lords in Nakshatras – The 4th Lord Over the past weeks, we’ve taken you through a powerful journey in the House Rulers in Nakshatras series. You’ve already seen how the Ascendant Lord reflects your personality and path, how the 2nd Lord influences wealth and values, and how the 3rd Lord reveals courage and communication. […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2025August 24, 2025
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Clear Obstacles with Powerful Rituals Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most sacred and powerful days to honor Lord Ganesha – the remover of obstacles, the giver of wisdom, and the one who blesses every new beginning. This day carries extraordinary spiritual energy. Worshiping Lord Ganesha on Ganesh Chaturthi is considered one of the most effective remedies for Ketu, which […] Written by Align27 August 22, 2025August 22, 2025
Your Predictions – Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 1 Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) One of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada from August 18th to October 3rd, 2025. Your Predictions This is part of Saturn’s retrograde phase, where it returns to the place it was in from late April to early June, and an issue from that […] Written by Align27 August 13, 2025August 17, 2025
Your Predictions – Ketu, Sun Conjunction in Leo The Sun, the all-powerful center of our universe, comes together with Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality from August 17th to September 17th, 2025. Your Predictions This is a transit of contradictions, where the Sun emphasizes ego and self, while Ketu plays down individual identity and sees you wanting to merge with something greater than […] 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
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