Transits Aug 21 – 30 ~ Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Sweet power of speech Mercury, the planet of the mind, and Venus, the planet of partnership, come together in Cancer from August 21 to 30th 2025. This pair of planetary friends together make a great transit for harmonious speech and reaching out to people to promote yourself and your business. Both these planets are in unfamiliar territory in moody, […] Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Transits Aug 21 – 30 ~ Mercury (in Aslesha) ~ Intellect and emotion Mercury, the planet of thought and intelligence, is in Ashlesha from August 21st to 30th 2025. This is a repeat of Mercury’s transiting place through July of this year, while in its extended transit through Cancer, which included its retrograde phase. A solution to a recent problem may arise now, or an offer may come […] Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Transits Aug 16 – 30 ~ Sun (in Magha) ~ Show off your big heart Sun, the planet of soul and pride, is in Magha in the sign of Leo from August 16th until 30th 2025. This nakshatra is the Heart of the Lion, the very essence of Leo’s fiery energy, and its name translates to ‘The Grand’. Magha’s symbol of a Royal Throne-Room adds to your regal quality which […] Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Transits Your Predictions – Venus in Rohini Venus, a planet of love and art, enters Rohini in the sign of Taurus from July 8th to 20th 2025, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and aesthetics make a perfect setting. Your Predictions Both planet and nakshatra share links to agriculture and fertility, with Rohini’s Shakti ‘To Grow’ being a classically feminine energy where […] Align27 June 30, 2025June 30, 2025
Transits Your Predictions – Sun in Punarvasu The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Your Predictions 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 […] Align27 June 30, 2025June 30, 2025
Transits Aug 17 – Sep 17 ~ Ketu, Sun Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Spirit and self-denial The Sun, the all-powerful center of our universe, comes together with Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality from August 17th to September 17th, 2025. This is a transit of contradictions, where the Sun emphasizes ego and self, while Ketu plays down individual identity and sees you wanting to merge with something greater than yourself. Sun […] Align27 June 24, 2025June 24, 2025
Transits Aug 13 – Sep 3 ~ Mars (in Hasta) ~ Put energy into manifesting Mars, a planet of drive and assertion, enters the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from August 13th to September 3rd, 2025. Hasta is known as the Star of Manifestation, whose special power ‘To Put Power in Your Hands’ makes this an excellent time for crafts and handiwork, where Mars gives you great […] Align27 June 24, 2025June 24, 2025
Transits Aug 13 – 20 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ A journey between extremes The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo and Ashlesha and Magha from August 13th to 20th 2025. Gandata means ‘knot-end’ where you find an obstacle to overcome, and the Sun’s usual ego-oriented style can’t get its natural power and authority across. This double-border area extends on […] Align27 June 24, 2025June 24, 2025
Transits Aug 12 – 23 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from August 12th to 23rd 2025, 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 […] Align27 June 24, 2025June 24, 2025
Transits Aug 2 – 16 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ The King of Transformation Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is combusted by the life-giving Sun from Jul 24 to Aug 9th, 2025. Combustion arises when Mercury is close to the Sun and burnt up in the solar glare, and you lose your power to communicate and think clearly. Mercury literally disappears in the sky, and symbolically leaves […] Align27 June 24, 2025June 24, 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