Transits Sep 21 – Nov 23 Rahu (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Jumping into the future Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) One from September 21st to November 23rd 2025, the nakshatra represented by a two-faced man. Rahu in zodiacal Aquarius sits well in the sign of progressive thinking and experimentation, and Pada one of Purva Bhadrapada also relates to Aries in the […] Align27 August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Transits Sep 20 – 28 Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a smart idea in your hands Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta, symbolised by a Hand, from September 20th to 28th 2025. 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 you […] Align27 August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Transits Sep 28 – Oct 7 Mercury (in Chitra) ~ A sudden flash of inspiration Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chittra from September 28th to October 7th, 2025. Chittra translates to ‘The Brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining Jewel reflects its brightness in the night sky, bringing you skill in art, craft, and design. Mercury in its strong sign of Virgo for the […] Align27 July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Transits Sep 27 – Oct 10 Sun (in Hasta) ~ A moment of sudden clarity The Sun, day-star and planet of the self, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 10th, the nakshatra of the Hand and handicraft. As Hasta’s ruling devata, the Sun has an affinity in this asterism and gives you a confident and generous quality within the humble and earthy nature of zodiacal Virgo. The Sun […] Align27 July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Transits Sep 25 – Oct 6 Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A relaxed romantic scene Venus, planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni, ‘the previous red one’, from September 25th to October 6th 2025. 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 July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Transits 2 Important Transits of Jupiter & Venus Jupiter in Ardra ~ Sympathy and support Jupiter, the planet of travel and education, is in pada (part) four of Ardra between July 28th and August 13th, 2025, the part of Gemini symbolized by a Teardrop. Your Jupiter Predictions Pada Four of this nakshatra relates to Pisces navamsa, the sub-chart of marriage and spirituality, which […] Align27 July 25, 2025July 25, 2025
Transits Sep 15 – 17 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Holding court among friends The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationship, come together in Leo from September 15th to 17th, 2025. These two planetary enemies affect each other powerfully, and you need to find a middle way between the Sun’s ‘me first’ attitude and Venus’s desire for balance and compromise. You have a friendly and open approach to […] Align27 July 24, 2025July 24, 2025
Transits Your Predictions – Jupiter, Venus Conjunction in Gemini Venus, the planet of love and art, is conjunct in Gemini with expansive, protective Jupiter from July 26th to August 21st, 2025. Your Predictions Jupiter and Venus are both soft and sweet-natured stars, but also happen to be planetary enemies which take some work to fully integrate. Venus is more comfortable in airy Gemini than […] Align27 July 24, 2025July 24, 2025
Transits Sep 21 ~ Solar Eclipse in Virgo (Uttara Phalguni) ~ A moment of sudden clarity The Solar Eclipse in Virgo-Purva Phalguini of September 21st is a complement to the Lunar event of September 7th and should be seen as part of a pair. The Sun is covered by the dark Moon’s disc, and the emotional lunar principle comes in front of the solar ego and heavily influences your outlook. A […] Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Transits Sep 7 ~ Lunar Eclipse in Aquarius (Purva Bhadrapada) ~ A line between desire and detachment The Lunar Eclipse in Aquarius-Purva Bhadrapada of September 7th sees the Sun and Moon facing off close to the nodal axis, where the Moon and Rahu give you intense desire and an added rebellious streak. You are caught between deep emotions and a cool detachment, and immersed in a shadowy and unreal atmosphere that also […] Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 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