Transits May 6 – 13 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Think softly then act Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from May 6th to 13th 2024. This phase, which translates to a ‘knot-end’, stretches from the final pada of Pisces-Revati through the first of Aries-Ashwini, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Mercury moved through […] April 9, 2024April 9, 2024
Transits March 22 – April 14 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to quick action Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from March 22nd to April 14th 2024. This phase, which translates to a ‘knot-end’, stretches from the final pada of Pisces-Revati through the first of Aries-Ashwini and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Mercury is also […] March 7, 2024March 7, 2024
Transits December 25, 2023 – January 11, 2024 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Through the gap and back again Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from December 25th until January 11th 2024. This is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area which translates to ‘knot-end’, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Mercury being retrograde makes this transit more complex […] December 15, 2023December 14, 2023
Transits November 24 – 29 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Going out on a mental limb Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 24th to 29th. This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Scorpio-Jyeshta through the first of Sagittarius-Mula, which of all gandanta zones is particularly edgy and volatile energy. A […] November 14, 2023October 25, 2023
Transits July 22 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for an unexpected question Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 22nd to 27th 2023. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic intervention. It’s hard […] July 12, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits March 29 – April 2 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to quick action Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from March 29th to April 2nd 2023. This junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Pisces-Revati through the first of Aries-Ashwini and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. It’s hard […] March 19, 2023February 28, 2023
Transits March Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does March have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in March and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Venus in Revati – 1 March to 12 March The power to transform by belief. […] February 28, 2023February 28, 2023
Transits November 30 – December 5 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to higher thinking Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 30th to December 5th 2022. This junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Jyeshta through the first of Mula, bringing an uncertain atmosphere and karmic patterning. Communication and contractual […] November 20, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits November Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does November have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in November and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Venus in Vishakha – 3 November to 14 November Achieve a romantic victory. Venus planet of […] October 31, 2022October 20, 2022
Transits Do’s & Don’ts For November What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for November. Tap below to see personalized do’s and don’ts based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). November 3 – 14 Venus in Vishakha ~ Achieve a romantic victory Keep high romantic standards, […] October 31, 2022October 27, 2022
Daily Chemistry (The Ascendant Match) is Live! In Vedic astrology, your Ascendant-also called the rising sign-is not just the sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at your birth; it’s the lens through which you experience life, express your personality, and form relationships. When two people come together, the dynamic between their Ascendants reveals how they instinctively respond to each other, […] Written by Align27 July 10, 2025July 10, 2025
Guru Purnima – Strengthen your Jupiter for Prosperity and Abundance Guru Purnima, coming up on Thursday 10 July, is a New Year for the spiritual seeker – a beautiful moment to reflect on our growth over the past year, and to feel grateful for all the knowledge we have received. The planet Jupiter is named Guru in Sanskrit. It is the celestial teacher that allows […] Written by Align27 July 7, 2025July 7, 2025
Sep 7 ~ Lunar Eclipse in Aquarius (Purva Bhadrapada) ~ A line between desire and detachment The Lunar Eclipse in Aquarius-Purva Bhadrapada of September 7th sees the Sun and Moon facing off close to the nodal axis, where the Moon and Rahu give you intense desire and an added rebellious streak. You are caught between deep emotions and a cool detachment, and immersed in a shadowy and unreal atmosphere that also […] Written by Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Sep 17 – Oct 03 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Shine by being smart and sharp Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the light-giving Sun in Virgo from September 17th to October 3rd 2025. Sun and Mercury are planetary enemies, so your task now is to find a way to combine their strengths and show your versatile communication skills. Mercury being strong in Virgo promises book-learning, aligned with […] Written by Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Sep 15 – Oct 09 ~ Venus, Ketu Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Enjoy your romantic imagination Venus, planet of relationships, comes together with shadowy Ketu in Leo from September 15th to October 9th, 2025. This conjunction gives you a warm and insightful approach to love and a desire to put somebody else above you. In the sign of Leo, you have a need for acclaim and a sense of importance in […] Written by Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 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