Transits Apr 1 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Look out for double-meaning Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from April 1st to 13th 2026, the nakshatra across the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. This transit sees Mercury in the area it crossed from February 15th to March 10th, 2026, while it was then in retrograde motion. The results of your choices at that […] March 10, 2026March 10, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury in Shatabhishak Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabishta from March 10th to April 1st 2026, an extended transit that includes part of Mercury’s retrograde phase up to March 20th. Your Predictions This is also a repeat of Mercury’s transit in Shatabishta from February 7th to 15th 2026, where a problem or question may […] March 8, 2026March 8, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius 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. Your Predictions 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 […] February 23, 2026February 23, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – 3 Powerful Conjunctions in Aquarius Mars, Venus Conjunction in Aquarius – Feb 23 to Mar 02 Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2026. Your Mars, Venus Conjunction Predictions This combination is a match between planetary enemies, though it gives you an affinity for relationships, […] February 22, 2026February 20, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury in Purva Bhadrapada Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from February 15th to March 10th 2026, in the Pisces portion of this nakshatra. Your Predictions This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde motion starting February 26th, which is an important point for your decision-making and communication. This transit is also a repeat of Mercury’s movement […] February 14, 2026February 14, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Sun Joins Mercury & Venus in Aquarius Sun, Venus Conjunction in Aquarius – Feb 13 to Mar 02 The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Aquarius from February 13th to March 2nd, 2026. Your Predictions The Sun is entering Aquarius in the sign of Dhanishta, while Venus is initially in Shatabisha, so these two planetary enemies influence each […] February 11, 2026February 11, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury in Shatabhishak Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabishta from February 7th to 15th 2026, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘A Hundred Medicines’ (or Doctors). Your Predictions This transit is part of Mercury’s extended stay in Aquarius, and the planet will go through this nakshatra a further time […] February 4, 2026February 3, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Sun in Dhanishtha & Triple Conjunction in Aquarius Sun in Dhanishtha – Feb 06 to Feb 19 The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishta from February 6th to 19th 2026, the nakshatra sitting across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Your Sun Predictions This nakshatra’s name translates to Wealth and Benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create […] February 3, 2026February 3, 2026
Transits Mar 10 – Apr 1 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of thoughts Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabishta from March 10th to April 1st 2026, an extended transit that includes part of Mercury’s retrograde phase up to March 20th. This is also a repeat of Mercury’s transit in Shatabishta from February 7th to 15th 2026, where a problem or question may have proved […] February 3, 2026February 3, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury, Rahu Conjunction in Aquarius Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in conjunction with shadow planet Rahu in Aquarius from February 3rd to April 11th 2026. Your Predictions This extended transit includes Mercury’s whole retrograde phase from February 26th, all within Aquarius, where you go through a change of thinking, perhaps after overcoming an obstacle or delay. This planetary […] February 2, 2026February 2, 2026
Holi – The Colorful Victory of Light over Darkness Spring’s arrival will be welcomed on 2nd-3rd March with the much-loved festival of colors, Holi. Holi festival lasts for a night and a day, starting on the evening of the Purnima (Full Moon) which falls in the Vedic month of Phalguna. The first evening is known as ‘Holika Dahan’ or ‘Chhoti Holi’ and the following […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 4, 2026
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
Apr 30 – May 15 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Be a thought leader Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the all-powerful Sun in Aries from April 30th to May 15th 2026. This transit gives you pride in your ideas and communication, and you want full credit for your input into any job or project. Sun and Mercury are planetary enemies, but together create Budhaditya Yoga, an […] Written by Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Apr 30 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Start the debate Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, is in Ashwini from April 30th to May 6th 2026, the nakshatra in Aries known for speed and Quick Action. This transit is a sharp contrast to Mercury’s stay in Pisces through the month of April, which featured delays, obstruction, and perhaps criticism from somebody in authority. Mercury in […] Written by Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Apr 28 – May 1 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Move forward after a long delay Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from April 28th to May 1st 2026. 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. Plans that were […] Written by Align27 March 20, 2026March 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