Transits Jun 2 – 11 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Express a complex idea Mercury, planet of thought and speech, enters Ardra, the nakshatra in the sign of Gemini, from June 2nd to 11th 2026. Ardra’s symbol of a Teardrop gives your thoughts a quality of light and shade, and a more emotional style of expression than is usual for airy, witty Gemini. Mercury is strong and analytical in […] Align27 April 27, 2026April 27, 2026
Transits Jun 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase the big prize Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt,’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator. The Sun’s proud nature […] Align27 April 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Transits Jun 11 – Aug 8 ~ Mercury (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewed mental energy Mercury, planet of communication, is in Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from June 11th to August 8th 2026. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase from June 29th to July 23rd, which grounds this nakshatra’s visionary symbolism and gives new scope to your ideas. Punarvasu’s symbol of a Quiver of Arrows sees […] Align27 April 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Transits Jun 9 – July 4 ~ Venus, Jupiter Conjunction (in Cancer ) ~ A strong bond of love Venus, planet of love and art, is conjunct in Cancer with expansive, protective Jupiter from June 9th to July 4th, 2026. These two planets were together in Gemini from mid-May up to June 1st and now continue their association in maternal, emotional Cancer, where Jupiter is exalted and gives you the best of its expansive […] Align27 April 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Transits Jun 1 – 18 ~ Jupiter (in Punarvasu ) ~ Create your own luck Jupiter, planet of knowledge and expansion, is in pada (part) four of Punarvasu, in the zodiacal sign of Cancer from June 1st to 18th 2026. This is a repeat of Jupiter’s transit from mid-October to early December of last year, and opportunities from that time should come to their full fruition now. Jupiter in its […] Align27 April 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Transits Jun 1 – Oct 31 ~ Jupiter Exaltation (in Cancer) ~ Seeing the big picture Jupiter, planet of knowledge and growth, is in its exaltation sign of Cancer from June 1 to October 31st 2026. This is a continuation of Jupiter’s initial entry into this sign from mid-October to early December 2025, where opportunities from that time will repeat and be developed. You have had a taste of Jupiter’s potential […] Align27 April 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Transits May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Think your experience through Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Magha in the sign of Leo from May 31st to August 1st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in this nakshatra, where you dramatize your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Pada Three also relates to […] Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
Transits May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhisha) ~ Politics and high principles Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhisha Pada (part) One from May 31st to August 1st, 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius, and has a special affinity with Shatabisha’s naturally progressive and experimental nature. Pada One of these nakshatra relates to Sagittarius navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage […] Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
Transits May 31 – Jun 11 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 31st to June 11th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, ‘The Power to Acquire Wealth,’ sits well with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and gives the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s symbol of a […] Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
Transits May 29 – Jun 16 ~ Mars (in Bharani) ~ New life and new plans Mars, planet of impulse and assertiveness, is in Bharani, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from May 29th to June 16th 20206. Mars is fiery and powerful in its own sign, and Bharani shows a struggle for mastery and ambition, as you give birth to new plans on the way to success. This transit is […] Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 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