Transits Your Predictions – Mercury in Purva Ashada Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius, from January 6th to 15th 2026. Your Predictions Purva Ashadha 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 […] January 3, 2026January 4, 2026
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 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 December 28 – January 10, 2025 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ React smartly and remain undefeated The Sun, the day star and planet of Self is in Purva Ashadha from December 28th, 2024 to January 10th 2025, the nakshatra which translates to ‘The Unconquered’. This planet represents a heroic quest, where you show courage and overcome obstacles on your path to wisdom. Purvashadha is ruled by Apas, the personification of water, […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits November 18 – 29 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renewing your vows Venus, the planet of love and art, moves into Purvashadha in the sign of Sagittarius, November 18th to 29th 2024. This nakshatra translates to ‘the Undefeated’ and gives a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on solid ground. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees Venus spark a romantic […] October 8, 2024October 22, 2024
Transits January 29 – February 9 Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A romantic reawakening Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purva Ashada in the sign of Sagittarius, January 29th to February 9th 2024. This nakshatra translates to ‘the Undefeated’, and its energy gives a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on solid ground. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal, sees Venus […] January 19, 2024January 8, 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 January 14 – February 1 Mars (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renew your invincible energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Purva Ashada from January 14th to February 1st 2024, the nakshatra within zodiacal Sagittarius which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Uttara’s energy gives a feeling and aspiration for invincibility, despite any confrontation you may go through, and its Shakti or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal is perfect […] January 8, 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 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
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
May 1 – 26 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aries) ~ A genius idea is tested Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is combust by the all-powerful Sun, first in Aries and then in Taurus from May 1st to 26th 2026. As it moves towards the Sun’s burning light, Mercury becomes invisible in the sky and increasingly underpowered in the horoscope. When these two planets are at their closest, combustion is […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Your Predictions – Venus in Gandanta + Ashwini Venus in Gandanta – Mar 23 to Mar 28 Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between March 23rd and 28th, 2026. Venus in Gandanta Predictions This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, as well as nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and […] Written by Align27 March 22, 2026March 24, 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
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