Transits Nov 18 – 28 Venus (in Vishakha) ~ Time to fight hard and fair Venus, the planet of relating and luxury, enters Vishakha, across the signs of Libra and Scorpio from Nov 18 to 28th, 2025. This nakshatra is ruled by Indragni, a combination of Indra, King of the Gods, and Agni, the embodiment of divine fire, which creates a passionate and powerful energy. Vishakha’s symbol of a Victory […] Align27 September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 16 – Dec 7 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Scorpio) ~ Time to fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Scorpio from November 16th to December 7th, 2025. These planets influence each other strongly but remain far enough apart in this sign, in different nakshatras, until November 30th, when the Sun’s glare does not overshadow Mars in Jyeshta. Sun and Mars are […] Align27 September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 9 – 29 Mercury Retrograde (in Scorpio) ~ Safety comes second-time around Mercury, planet of communication, is retrograde in Scorpio and Libra from November 9th to 29th 2025, giving you a second chance to profit from a recent opportunity. Mercury is under contrasting influences through this transit, mostly from fiery Mars and wise Jupiter, which sees you being pulled in different directions. You may feel confident but […] Align27 September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 7, 2025 – Mar 27, 2026 Mars Combust (in Scorpio – Aquarius) ~ Time to channel your ego energy Mars, planet of drive and competition, is in the state of combustion from November 7th, 2025, all the way to March 27th, 2026, going from the signs of Scorpio through to Aquarius. A planet is combust when in close proximity to the Sun and gets burnt up in its bright solar glare. In this case, […] Align27 September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 15 – 26 Mercury Combust (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun from November 15th to 26th 2025, where it is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much information or troubled by a large personality who has undue […] Align27 September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Your Predictions – Venus in Purva Phalguni Venus, planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni, ‘the previous red one’, from September 25th to October 6th 2025. Your Predictions 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 […] Align27 September 23, 2025July 11, 2026
Transits Oct 7 – 16 Mercury (in Swati) ~ A smart and elegant way of thinking Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from October 7th to 16th, 2025. Swati’s Shakti, or special power, ‘the power to disperse like the wind,’ can see your thoughts being scattered and growing, or create a rather chaotic way of communication. You are versatile and changeable, and take […] Align27 September 19, 2025September 19, 2025
Transits Nov 7 – 18 Venus (in Swati) ~ Spread yourself out in company Venus, planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from November 7th to 18th, 2025. Swati is associated with subtle qualities of learning and intellect, justice and forgiveness, and Venus’s strong position in its own sign gives you great promise. You have natural poise and a sense of fairness […] Align27 September 18, 2025September 18, 2025
Transits Nov 6 – 19 Sun (in Vishakha) ~ Combine dynamism with diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and self, is in Vishakha from November 6th to 19th 2025, where the Sun emerges gradually from its place of debilitation in Libra and picks up strength in Mars-ruled Scorpio. You go from indecision and reliance on other people’s opinions to courage, decisiveness, and chasing up your goals with energy. […] Align27 September 18, 2025September 18, 2025
Transits Nov 02 – Nov 16 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Libra) ~ A classy romantic moment Mercury, planet of thought, comes together with forceful, assertive Mars in Scorpio from October 27th to November 23rd 2025. This is a great transit for mental energy and making your wishes known clearly. Part of you prefers to keep your thinking private and to rely on hints or suggestions, but you are also ready to […] Align27 September 18, 2025September 18, 2025
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