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
Transits Jul 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your inner light The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Quiver of Arrows shows an adventurous flight of thought and imagination, where adventure comes to find you on a mental and spiritual level. Punarvasu is ruled by Aditi, the Divine Mother, who […] Align27 June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 5 – 21 ~ Mercury Combust (in Cancer and Gemini) ~ Get distance from your thinking Mercury, the planet of communication, is combust by the all-powerful Sun in its retrograde motion, first in Cancer, then in Gemini from July 5th to 21st, 2026. Combustion occurs when Mercury comes close to the Sun’s glare and becomes burnt up and weaker in the horoscope. Mercury moves back from Cancer to Gemini on July […] Align27 June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 4 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu Venus Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Romantic empathy Venus, the planet of relationships, comes together with shadowy Ketu in Leo from July 4th to August 1st, 2026. This conjunction gives you a warm and insightful approach to love, especially if your partner is in distress or needs sympathy and support. In the sign of Leo, you have a need for acclaim and a […] Align27 June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Transits Jul 4 – Jul 16 ~ Venus (in Magha) ~ Give a royal romantic favour Venus, the planet of relationships, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo from July 4th to 16th, 2026. Magha’s name translates to ‘The Mighty,’ and its symbol of a throne room shows your grand ambition, as Venus gives you the desire to give your partner the royal treatment. It also plays up […] Align27 June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Jul 4 – 23 ~ Mars (in Rohini) ~ Slow and sensual Mars, the planet of courage and initiative, is in Rohini within the sign of Taurus from July 4th to 23rd, 2026. Rohini is one of the truly auspicious nakshatras, renowned for its beauty, charm, flirtatious nature, and links with planting and agriculture. Mars’s impetuous fiery approach can be harsh on Rohini’s gentle and leisurely nature, […] Align27 June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Jul 4 – 19 ~ Jupiter (in Pushya) ~ An expansive mind Jupiter, the planet of knowledge and expansion, is in pada two (part) of Pushya, within the sign of Cancer, from July 4th to 19th, 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. Pada […] Align27 June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Jul 2 – Aug 20 ~ Saturn (in Revati) ~ A businesslike dreamer Saturn, the planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is in pada (part) two of Revati, in Pisces from July 2nd to August 20th. This nakshatra, associated with help, protection, and ultimate prosperity, throws down a challenge to hard-nosed Saturn, where you combine humanitarian instincts with a businesslike and real-world attitude. Pada Two also relates to […] Align27 June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Jul 2 – 8 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for a sudden change of heart Venus, the planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo from July 2nd to 8th, 2026. This ‘knot-end’ passage sees Venus move between elements and nakshatras, from water to fire and from Ashlesha to Magha, and the handover period sees an uncertain phase in your relationship and shared plans. […] Align27 June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – A Week of Passion, Intelligence and Big Shifts Align27 May 30, 2026July 15, 2026
Dec 5 – 22 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ See love from another side Venus, the planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from December 5th to 22nd, 2026. This transit is a repeat of Venus’s recent extended stay in this nakshatra through most of September and October, and altogether caps an intense focus on the affairs of this area over the […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 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
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