Transits Dec 4 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 4th to 13th. The Shakti, or special gift, of this nakshatra, ‘To Worship’, gives you enhanced faith and spirituality, particularly when you get behind a cause, special person, or philosophy. You have an intense and deep-reaching way […] Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Transits Oct 24 – Nov 13 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Libra) ~ Reverse diplomacy Mercury, the planet of communication, is retrograde from October 24th to November 13th, 2026, its final retrograde period of the year, and also its briefest and swiftest-moving. In Libra, issues of balance and justice are uppermost, where you may be engaged in negotiation or making peace in a relationship. Retrograde Mercury can see complications arising […] Align27 September 24, 2026September 24, 2026
Transits Oct 24 – Nov 6 ~ Sun (in Swati) ~ Power through diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th, 2026. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where your skills are to be an ambassador or go-between, and self-expression, justice, and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, though you […] Align27 September 23, 2026September 23, 2026
Transits Oct 10 – 24 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shine a light on your gifts The Sun, the planet of self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chittra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 24th, 2026. Chittra’s Shakti is the ‘power to collect merit,’ so you are invested in good works and business that produce a life-supporting effect. As the […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Sep 17 – Oct 10 ~ Sun (in Virgo) ~ Skill and efficiency The Sun is in Virgo from September 17th to October 16th, 2026, the Mercury-ruled sign that brings analytical skill and attention to detail. This is a time of economies and efficiency where you strip away waste and work most effectively. Virgo is a dual and movable sign of the earth element, which shows flexibility and […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Sep 27 – Oct 10 ~ Sun (in Hasta) ~ Shine a light on your skills The Sun, star of self and creativity, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 10th, the nakshatra symbolized by the Hand and handicraft. Hasta is also ruled by the Sun/Surya, so this planet has a clear affinity in this nakshatra and gives you a confident and generous nature within Virgo’s humble, earthy nature. Your […] Align27 August 25, 2026August 27, 2026
Transits Sep 17 – 26 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Smart and sharp Mercury, the planet of the mind, conjoins the light-giving Sun in Virgo from September 17th to 26th, 2026. The Sun and Mercury are at different ends of Virgo in this transit, in different nakshatras, where each planet maintains its own integrity and style of working. Both planets are channeled through Mercury’s outstanding strength in Virgo, […] Align27 August 24, 2026August 21, 2026
Transits Sep 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Light shines on partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th, 2026. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership,’ where you strike a balance between your own needs and giving enough appreciation to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride and […] Align27 August 24, 2026August 27, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Rahu in Dhanishtha Pada 4 & Ketu in Magha Pada 2 Align27 July 29, 2026July 29, 2026
Transits Aug 30 – Sep 13 ~ Sun (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Earn the right to take it easy Sun, planet of spirit and self-expression, is in Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from August 30th to September 13th, 2026. This nakshatra in zodiacal Leo sees the Sun strong and at home, and Purva’s symbol of a hammock gives you a laid-back style, with effortless confidence. You are relaxed and good company when your […] Align27 July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
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Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Second time around Mars, the planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from December 19th to January 31st, 2026, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from Dec 19th to Dec 24th, 2026. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area, which translates to ‘knot-end’ and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 16 – 29 ~ Sun (in Mula) ~ Break down psychic barriers The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Sagittarius-Mula from December 16th to 29th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and getting to the heart of the matter. Mula is symbolized by a Root and is concerned with simplicity and has an ascetic quality where you follow a cause or desire for its own […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 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