Transits February 27 – May 7 ~ Mercury Debilitation (in Pisces) ~ Thinking backwards Mercury, the planet of the mind, is debilitated in Pisces from February 27th to May 7th, 2025, an extended transit that includes its retrograde phase from March 15th to April 8th. Mercury’s usual style is cerebral and analytical, but placed in Pisces, sees the world more in terms of colours and pictures. You may get […] January 21, 2025January 21, 2025
Transits February 22 – March 1 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking both sides of the truth Mercury, the planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from February 22nd to March 1st, 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thoughts and communication take on a greater intensity through Purva Bhadrapada’s association with burning and a kind of purification. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, for Inner […] January 21, 2025January 21, 2025
Transits February 19 – March 4 ~ Sun (in Shatabhishak) ~ Shed light and heal yourself Sun, the planet of the soul and self-expression, is in Shatabishta, the nakshatra within the sign of Aquarius, from February 19th to March 4th, 2025. This asterism translates to ‘A Hundred Physicians’ and its Shakti, or special power, for Healing favours giving yourself a little extra care and attention, or spending time looking after a […] January 21, 2025January 21, 2025
Transits 3 Conjunctions This Month February11 – 27 Mercury, Saturn Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ Think smart and serious Mercury, the planet of the mind, is conjunct with Saturn, the planet of karma, in Aquarius from February 11th to 27th 2025. This combination of planetary friends brings great promise for serious thinking and high achievement in business and negotiation. You have […] January 21, 2025January 21, 2025
Transits February 14 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Use the healing power of words Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, enters Shatabishta from February 14th to February 22nd, 2025, the nakshatra contained entirely within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius. This asterism translates to ‘a hundred medicines (or physicians)’ and its Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing. Your mind now turns to all these issues, in whatever […] January 21, 2025January 21, 2025
Articles The Rare Prayag Kumbh Mela 2025: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Spiritual Event! Spirituality is not just about chanting ‘Om’ at the end of a yoga class….. In 2025, we are extremely privileged to witness in our lifetime the Prayag Kumbh Mela, in what will be the world’s biggest spiritual expo attended by millions and includes an astrological alignment that recurs only once every 144 years. This rare […] January 19, 2025January 19, 2025
Articles Sun in Capricorn (Uttarayana and Makar Sankranti) – Insights and Predictions The Sun, known as Surya in Vedic astrology, makes its annual transition into the sign of Capricorn on January 13th or 14th, depending on your location. This event marks the beginning of an important period in astrology, known as “Makara Sankranti,” and initiates the auspicious time of “Uttarayana.” My Timings Uttarayana – The Northern Ascent […] January 13, 2025January 13, 2025
Transits February 7 – March 14 ~ Mercury Combust (in Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces) ~ Make mental pressure work for you Mercury, the planet of the mind, comes together with the all-powerful Sun in Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces altogether from February 7th to March 14th, 2025. Starting in Capricorn up to February 11th, Mercury comes close to the Sun in Aquarius until February 27th, before it moves into Pisces, where it stays within range of the […] January 13, 2025January 31, 2025
Transits February 7 – 14 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishta) ~ Gaining intellectual capital Mercury, the planet of communication, enters the nakshatra of Dhanishta across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius from February 7th to 14th 2025. This nakshatra is famed for its association with music, as represented by Shiva’s flute, and its symbol The Drum, which shows percussion and rhythm. You can use this transit for music, […] January 13, 2025January 13, 2025
Transits February 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Dhanishta) ~ Enjoy a successful performance The Sun, the planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishta from February 6th to 20th 2025, the nakshatra sitting across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This nakshatra’s name translates to Wealth and Benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Fame and Abundance’, may see you stepping up as a performer. […] January 13, 2025January 13, 2025
Holi – The Colorful Victory of Light over Darkness Spring’s arrival will be welcomed on 2nd-3rd March with the much-loved festival of colors, Holi. Holi festival lasts for a night and a day, starting on the evening of the Purnima (Full Moon) which falls in the Vedic month of Phalguna. The first evening is known as ‘Holika Dahan’ or ‘Chhoti Holi’ and the following […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 4, 2026
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
May 14 – Jun 1 ~ Jupiter, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ A philosophy of love Venus, planet of love and art, is conjunct in Gemini with expansive, protective Jupiter from May 14th to June 1st 2026. Jupiter and Venus are both soft and sweet-natured stars, but they work in very different ways and require work and adjustment to fully integrate. Venus is more comfortable than Jupiter in airy Gemini, and […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
May 13 – 19 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Cut to the heart of an idea Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 13th to 19th, 2026. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or a Razor is ruled by Agni, the Sacred Fire, and its energy gives you mental zest, passion and spontaneity. You put your plans through […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ Burn away excess The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika, spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th 2025. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshtara, which begins in the Sun’s place of exaltation in Aries, and gives you a flow of energy and a passionate identity with your goals. This […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 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