Transits June 28 – July 12 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow a quest for information Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 12th 2021, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This transit goes back over the ground of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase, so you may be reviving ideas or giving a final call on decisions made earlier in June. […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 16 – June 16 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for knowledge Mercury, planet of the intellect and communication, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini, from May 16th altogether until June 16th. This transit includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting May 29th, which puts a longer than usual focus on Mrigashira’s themes, and emphasizes the idea of a pursuit. This asterism’s symbol […] April 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 6 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Creative and artistic thought Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus from May 6th to 16th 2021. Rohini is a nakshatra famed for earthy beauty and charm, a flirtatious nature and links with agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish here, you can make good contacts, have the gift of speech, […] April 15, 2021November 5, 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