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 […] 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, […] 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 […] August 24, 2026August 27, 2026
Transits Sep 13 – 21 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a smart idea in your hands Mercury, the planet of the mind, is in Hasta, symbolized by a Hand, from September 13th to 21st, 2026. This nakshatra is Mercury’s strong place in Virgo, where you have practical and earthy intelligence, combining academic knowledge with worldly experience. Hasta is associated with handicraft and skill, along with a careful touch around money, so […] August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Transits Do’s & Don’ts For August What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for August. 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). Aug 01 to Oct 03 Rahu in Dhanishtha ~ Marching to your own beat ✅ Do’sFocus […] July 31, 2026July 31, 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 […] July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Transits Aug 22 – Sep 7 ~ Ketu, Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Spirit and self-denial The Sun, the all-powerful center of the universe, comes together with Mercury, the planet of the mind, and Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality, from August 22nd to September 7th, 2026. This is a transit of contradictions, where the Sun emphasizes ego and self, while Ketu plays down your individual identity and sees you wanting […] July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Sep 2 – 24 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your energy Mars, the planet of action and competition, is in Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from September 2nd to 24th, 2026. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, and having a goal to work towards inspires you above your usual level. This asterism is represented by a Quiver of Arrows, which is linked […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Sep 20 – Oct 8 ~ Jupiter (in Ashlesha) ~ Personal versus collective energy Jupiter, the planet of expansion and good fortune, is in Ashlesha pada (part) three from September 20th to October 8th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Aquarius navamsha, ruled by Saturn, which is in marked contrast to Jupiter’s sign placement in emotional Cancer. You […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 27, 2026
Sep 18 – Nov 12 ~ Mars Debilitation (in Cancer) ~ A powerful mood Mars, the planet of action and energy, is in Cancer from September 18th to November 12th, the sign of its debilitation. You battle against daily moods in this transit and may need extra motivation before getting a long-range project off the ground. Influenced by your emotions even on your best day, you have great tenacity […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 27, 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
