Transits Jan 6 – 15 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ An enduring debate Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius, from January 6th to 15th 2026. Purvashadha translates to The Unconquered and is associated with invincibility, while its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’ sees a new approach to your thought, speech, and writing. Mercury here gives you […] December 26, 2025December 26, 2025
Transits Do’s & Don’ts For January What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for January. 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). January 1 – 6 Mercury in Gandanta From complexity to simplicity ✅ Do’sStay clear and concise in […] January 1, 2025January 2, 2025
Transits January 13 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Win the war between heart and head Mercury, the planet of speech and communication, is in Purvashadha, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from January 13th to 22nd 2025. Purvashadha translates to The Unconquered and is associated with invincibility, while its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’ sees a new approach to your thought, speech and writing. The presiding devata of […] December 24, 2024December 31, 2024
Transits January 20 – 30 Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Go into battle for your beliefs Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from January 20th to 30th 2024. This is a repeat of Mercury’s recent transit through this nakshatra in mid-December 2023, when it went retrograde, and you may commit to a question now which arose at that time. You […] January 10, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits December 9 – 16 Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Broadcast a brighter message Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from December 9th until 16th 2023, which includes its retrograde period starting from December 13th. Allow yourself wriggle-room in negotiations at this time and look around when window-shopping for the best prices. Purva Ashada translates to The Unconquered and is associated […] November 30, 2023November 21, 2023
Transits January Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does January have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in January 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). Mercury Combust in Sagittarius – 1 January to 14 January Get the details right. Mercury, planet […] December 30, 2022December 30, 2022
Transits January 1 – 14 ~ Mercury Combust (in Sagittarius) ~ Get the details right Mercury, planet of the mind, is together with the all-powerful Sun in Sagittarius from January 1st to 14th, which makes the combination, Budhaditya Yoga, focusing on your pursuit of knowledge, native intelligence and promise of educational honours. The Sun’s central life-giving force gives you strength and leadership ability, where Mercury’s pure intellect represents speaking ability […] December 29, 2022December 29, 2022
Transits January 04 – February 04 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Watering your ideas Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from January 4th to Feb 4th 2023. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase up to January 18th, where you are reviewing ideas and plans, especially in the New Year period. This is a good time to reflect […] December 25, 2022December 21, 2022
Transits December 29 – January 18, 2023 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Capricorn/Sagittarius) ~ A second chance brings victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, turns retrograde in Capricorn-Uttara Ashada on December 29th, and then reverses into Sagittarius by New Year’s Eve 2022. Of three Mercury retrograde spells in a year this one is of medium duration, with the planet moving relatively quickly and avoiding the biggest retro delays and confusion. Still, it is […] December 19, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits December 12 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ An inspiring new idea Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada from December 12th until 22nd 2022, the nakshatra in the sign of Sagittarius which translates to The Unconquered. Purva Ashada is associated with invincibility and its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’, shows you with a new approach into your mental life, speech and writing. Make a lasting […] December 2, 2022November 7, 2022
Your Birth Chart Now Reveals Powerful Yogas Inside your birth chart there are powerful planetary combinations called Yogas that shape your success, confidence, relationships, growth, and life direction. Today, we’re introducing a brand-new Yogas section in the Birth Chart on align27 so you can finally see which of these yogas are active in your life. Yogas in Your Birth Chart We’re launching […] Written by Align27 December 5, 2025December 5, 2025
This Nakshatra holds the secret to your income and success We’ve now unlocked the next powerful layer inside your Birth Chart → House Lords in Nakshatras section – the 11th Lord in Nakshatras. The 11th house is the house of gains, income, fulfillment of desires, recognition, friendships, and long-term rewards. It represents what you receive back from life after consistent effort – money, opportunities, visibility, […] Written by Align27 December 3, 2025December 3, 2025
Jan 15 – 23 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttarashadha from January 15th to 23rd 2026, the nakshatra that sits across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s auspicious energy emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and any issues that arise have the potential for serious discussion. This asterism’s Shakti, for ‘Uncontested Victory’, favours careful negotiation, which […] Written by Align27 December 30, 2025December 30, 2025
Jan 14 – Feb 06 2026 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Capricorn) ~ Smart negotiation The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, conjoin in Capricorn from January 14th to February 6th, 2026. These two planetary enemies influence each other strongly in the early part of this sign, where Venus’s powers of charm and diplomacy may be overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s natural egotism. Certainly, you feel more […] Written by Align27 December 29, 2025December 29, 2025
Your Predictions – Venus in Purva Ashadha Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purvashadha in the sign of Sagittarius, December 30th to January 10th, 2026. Your Predictions This nakshatra translates to ‘the Undefeated’ and gives you a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on shared values. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees Venus […] Written by Align27 December 29, 2025December 29, 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