Transits Jul 19 – Aug 3 ~ Jupiter (in Pushya) ~ Spiritual and Sociable Jupiter, the planet of knowledge and expansion, is in pada (part) three of Pushya, within the sign of Cancer, from July 19th to August 3rd, 2026. This is a natural and potent place for Jupiter to express itself, in its most favored sign and an auspicious nakshatra, where your protective qualities are at their height. […] Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Transits Jul 23 – Aug 12 ~ Mars (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase your goal with energy Mars, the planet of courage and assertiveness, is in Mrigashira from July 23rd to August 12th, 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s symbol of a deer is depicted in myth as being chased across the skies by Brahma the Creator, which represents the spark of desire and ambition. The deer’s […] Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Transits Jul 27 – Dec 11 ~ Saturn Retrograde (in Pisces) ~ Decide your big priorities Saturn, planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is retrograde in Pisces from July 27th to Dec 11th 2026, for its annual five-month backwards phase. Themes of your year so far repeat and are built up for the long term, as repeating experience comes around for a review or final decision. This is Saturn’s second retrograde […] Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Transits Jul 29 – Aug 11 ~ Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Balance fun with business Venus, the planet of art and relationships, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from July 29th to August 11th, 2026. 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 […] Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Transits Jul 17 – Aug 17 ~ Jupiter Sun Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Good fortune and charisma The life-giving Sun comes together with expansive Jupiter in Cancer from July 17th to August 17th, 2026, and gives you a wide-range vision of the future. These two great planetary friends have a liberating influence when they join forces, particularly with Jupiter giving its best effects in its most powerful sign. The Sun shows your […] Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Transits Jul 16 – 29 ~ Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A relaxed romantic scene Venus, the planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’ from July 16th to 29th, 2026. Purva’s symbol of a hammock describes its relaxed nature, which finds Venus in an easy-going and romantic setting where you’re happy to let a relationship take its own course. There’s no strict agenda or […] Align27 June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 7 – 16 ~ Mercury Sun Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Taking pride in your intelligence Mercury, the planet of the mind, is retrograde and conjunct with the Sun in Gemini from July 7th to 16th, 2026. This is the second phase of this transit after these planets’ recent association in mid-June, and a project from that time may come to fruition, or you may now make a final choice. The […] Align27 June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
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 […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 3rd to 16th, 2026, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an umbrella or talisman shows protection and security. Jyestha translates as ‘The Elder,’ and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives the Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 2 – 16 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Scorpio) ~ Clarity and authority Mercury, the planet of the mind, is conjunct with the life-giving Sun in Scorpio from December 2nd to 16th, 2026. The Sun and Mercury remain far apart through this transit, in different nakshatras, with the Sun in Jyeshta and Mercury initially in Vishakha, and the solar light does not have an overpowering influence on your […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 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