Articles Mars and Personal Empowerment: Embracing Your Inner Warrior Ladies and gentlemen, stargazers and cosmic enthusiasts, gather ’round as we embark on a celestial journey to uncover the fiery force known as Mars in the realm of Indian astrology! Picture this: Mars, our red-hot warrior planet, donning armor, brandishing a sword, and charging into the battlefield of your birth chart with the tenacity of […] December 20, 2023December 20, 2023
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 December 23, 2023 – January 1, 2024 Mars (in Gandanta) ~ Wait your moment before leaping in Mars, planet of energy and dynamism moves into the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from December 23rd 2023 to January 1st 2024. There is a sharp contrast between the signs of Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula, and any planet moving through this border region carries an unsupported quality. […] December 14, 2023December 14, 2023
Transits December 17 – 28 Mercury Combust (in Sagittarius) ~ Don’t over-think a decision Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with the all-powerful Sun from December 17th to 28th 2023. Mercury is retrograde through this transit, which sees it moving towards the Sun before the two planets make their closest contact between December 22nd and 24th. On these dates especially, Mercury is burnt up in the […] December 14, 2023December 14, 2023
Transits December 9 – 27 Mars (in Jyeshta) ~ Be direct but diplomatic Mars is in Jyestha from December 9th to 27th 2023, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. This is a natural domain for the planet of drive and energy, where it operates with passion and also carries an underlying emotional and sympathetic force. You can stand up for yourself and others with quiet […] November 30, 2023December 1, 2023
Transits November 20 – December 9 Mars (in Anuradha) ~ Flex your muscles towards a shared ambition Mars, planet of energy and pride, is in Anuradha nakshatra from November 20th to December 9th 2023. This transit is entirely within the zodiacal sign of Scorpio where Mars is strong and at home, and it gives you a subtle, yet powerful way of operating that keeps below surface appearance. You may not confront people […] November 10, 2023October 25, 2023
Transits November 1 – 20 Mars (in Vishakha) ~ Lift your energy to a new level Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Vishakha nakshatra across the signs of Libra and Scorpio from November 1st to 20th 2023. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so your battling energy is on a high and the prospect of a personal triumph is a powerful motivating force. You set standards and raise your […] October 22, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits October 13 – November 1 Mars (in Swati) ~ Find a smarter way of winning Mars, planet of assertion and desire, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from October 13th to November 1st 2023. Swati is ruled by Vayu, the Wind God, which is associated with intelligence, knowledge and the voice, and these qualities see your motivation moving in a thoughtful and scholarly direction. Furthering your education or […] October 3, 2023September 15, 2023
Transits Mars Combust (in Virgo) ~ Time to channel your ego energy & Mercury Combust (in Leo) ~ Get a firm hold of the facts September 25 – January 18, 2024 Mars Combust (in Virgo) ~ Time to channel your ego energy Mars, planet of drive and competition, is in the state of combustion from September 25th 2023, all the way until January 18th 2024, going from the signs of Virgo to Sagittarius. A planet is combust when it’s in […] September 20, 2023September 18, 2023
Transits Mars, Mercury & Mercury, Sun Conjunctions in Virgo October 01 – 03 Mercury, Mars Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Dare to speak your mind Mercury, planet of thought, is conjunct Mars, planet of action and competition in Virgo, from October 1st to 3rd. This pairing of planetary enemies affects your speech and communication, and may give you a restless mind and a lesson in […] September 20, 2023September 13, 2023
The 7 Big Retrogrades of 2026 While we might be ready to double-check our contracts and stay aware of what we say and do during Mercury Retrograde, Mercury isn’t the only planetary Retrograde to look out for in 2026. Retrogrades are a chance for us to slow down and reflect. They signify a time for us to renew, reassess and reimagine […] Written by Align27 December 30, 2025December 30, 2025
Last Call: Unlock your Secrets of 2026 with Our Horoscope Report! ⏱️ Time’s running out! This is your last chance to get our special 2026 Horoscope Report. Get your 2026 Report What you’ll find in the report: ✨ Monthly Predictions – Get insights for each month of 2026 directly in the app, helping you plan ahead with ease, including rituals that are prominent for you to do […] Written by Align27 December 29, 2025January 19, 2026
Your Predictions – Mercury in Shravana & Sun in Shravana Mercury in Shravana – Jan 23 to Jan 30 Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from Jan 23rd to 30th 2026. Mercury in Shravana Predictions Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, […] Written by Align27 January 21, 2026January 21, 2026
Feb 26 – Mar 21 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ Turn back in search of truth Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Aquarius from February 26th to March 21st, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2026. There are classic experiences associated with this three-week-plus window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. Mercury remaining in Aquarius throughout (and […] Written by Align27 January 20, 2026January 20, 2026
Feb 23 – Mar 2 ~ Mars, Venus Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ A smart romantic strategy Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2026. This combination is a match between planetary enemies, though it gives you an affinity for relationships, where you hit the sweet spot between compromise and desire. There is a powerfully Aquarian signature […] Written by Align27 January 20, 2026January 20, 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