Transits February 1 – 18 Mars (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Take action to remove obstacles Mars, planet of energy and competition, enters Uttara Ashadha, across the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from February 1st to 18th 2024. Uttara is a cultured nakshatra which emphasises diplomacy and moderation when used in the right way, and fiery Mars’s transit gives you restless and gung-ho energy. You may decide a cut-off point or […] January 29, 2024January 29, 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 December 27, 2023 – January 14, 2024 Mars (in Mula) ~ Work for purist motives Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Sagittarius-Mula from December 27th 2023 to January 14th 2024, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and stripping away excess. Mula’s symbol of a Root is connected with simplicity and austerity, where you fight for a cause or ambition purely for its own sake and not ego or […] December 17, 2023December 14, 2023
Transits February 21 – March 11 ~ Mars (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Take action to remove obstacles Mars, planet of energy and competition, enters Uttara Ashada, across the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from February 21st 2022. Uttara is a cultured nakshatra which emphasises diplomacy and moderation when used in the right way. Fiery Mars’s transit gives you restless and gung-ho energy as well, and you may decide a cut-off point or […] February 11, 2022February 14, 2022
Transits February 3 – 21 ~ Mars (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renew your invincible energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Purva Ashada from February 3rd to 21st 2022, the nakshatra within zodiacal Sagittarius which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling and aspiration for invincibility, despite occasional confrontations, and its Shakti or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees you making a new start. Apas, […] January 24, 2022January 17, 2022
Transits January 16 – February 3 ~ Mars (in Mula) ~ Work for purist motives Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Sagittarius-Mula from January 16th until February 3rd 2022, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and stripping away excess. Mula’s symbol of a Root is connected with simplicity and austerity, where you fight for a cause or ambition purely for its own sake and not ego or acclaim. […] January 6, 2022December 30, 2021
Born with a Retrograde Planet? Here’s What It Reveals A retrograde planet reveals unfinished karmic work from a past life-something you are here to revisit, resolve, or approach differently. It creates an intense focus on that planet’s area of life, bringing delays, inner struggles, repetition, and powerful desires. You may feel like you’re going through the same lessons over and over, but with each […] Written by Align27 July 28, 2025July 28, 2025
Ādi Amāvásya: A Day to Honor Your Ancestors Thursday, July 24 (starts 2:30 AM IST on July 24 and ends at 12:42 AM IST on July 25) is Ādi Amāvāsyā, a deeply significant day to honor our ancestors, release past karmas, and reset our spiritual compass. Occurring in the Tamil month of Ādi and during the Sun’s southward journey (Dakshinayana), this New Moon is especially […] Written by Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Oct 9 – 17 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Asking a romantic question The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Virgo from October 9th to 17th, 2025. These two planetary enemies have a subtle effect on each other, while remaining far enough apart in Virgo to operate independently in their own styles. Venus’s aura of charm and diplomacy is not burnt up in the […] Written by Align27 August 7, 2025August 7, 2025
Sep 15 – Oct 2 Mercury Exaltation (in Virgo) ~ A touch of genius Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is exalted in Virgo from September 15th to October 2nd, 2025. Virgo is Mercury’s sign, which gives you extra intelligence and analytical ability, as well as practical earthy skills that you can apply in the real world. You can express yourself smartly and know exactly what to say in […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 6, 2025
Oct 6 – 17 Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Balance fun with business Venus, planet of art and relationships, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from October 6th to 17th, 2025. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock speaks to this nakshatra’s easy-going nature, where relating on a heart level balances any tendency to overthink a relationship. You enjoy helping people, being in company, and […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 6, 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