Transits December 26 – January 6, 2023 ~ Venus (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Removing an obstacle to relationship Venus, planet of love and luxury moves into Uttara Ashada, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from December 26th to January 6th. Uttara’s nature is elegant, learned and diplomatic, with the promise of winning popularity and many friends, and is ruled by the Ten Vishwadevas, the embodiments of virtue and fine quality. Venus […] December 16, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits December 22 – January 4, 2023 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Victory in a war of words Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from Dec 22nd 2022 to Jan 4th 2023, the nakshatra across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. On December 29th, Mercury goes retrograde in Uttara, which makes this effectively a transit of two halves, and it’s good to get business and major decisions fixed in the […] December 12, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits February 22 – March 10 ~ Venus (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Removing obstacles in love Venus, planet of love and luxury moves into Uttara Ashada on February 22nd, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is elegant, learned and diplomatic, and has the promise of popularity and many friends, and is ruled by the Ten Vishwadevas, the embodiments of virtue and fine quality. Venus sits comfortably […] February 12, 2022January 31, 2022
Transits February 21 – March 11 ~ Mars (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Take action to remove obstacles Mars, planet of energy and competition, enters Uttara Ashada, across the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from February 21st 2022. Uttara is a cultured nakshatra which emphasises diplomacy and moderation when used in the right way. Fiery Mars’s transit gives you restless and gung-ho energy as well, and you may decide a cut-off point or […] February 11, 2022February 14, 2022
Transits January 22 – February 19 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Easy victory second-time around Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is retrograde in Uttara Ashada from January 22nd. It goes direct in motion on February 4th, though remains in Uttara altogether until February 19th, in the Capricorn portion of this nakshatra. Your plans and thinking go back to an earlier stage, or you find a new mental approach to […] January 12, 2022December 30, 2021
Transits January 11 – 24 ~ Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ The right ambition arrives unopposed The Sun, planet of light and self-expression, is in Uttarashadha between January 11th and 24th, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, sees you putting work in at the start of an enterprise which promises ultimate […] January 1, 2022December 28, 2021
Transits December 27, 2021 – January 5, 2022 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Unchallenged victory from thinking smart Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from December 27th 2021 to January 5th 2022, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. This auspicious asterism emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and its Shakti for ‘Uncontested Victory’ favours using careful negotiation in all situations. Uttara’s fixed quality brings hard-earned rewards and a […] December 17, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits December 19, 2021 – January 29, 2022 ~ Venus (Retrograde) ~ A full circle in love Venus, planet of love, values and the arts, goes retrograde in Capricorn-Uttara Ashada on December 19th 2021, all the way until January 29th 2022. This six week or forty-day-and-forty-night cycle repeats from the same point every eight years, as the Venus-Earth relationship describes a five pointed star or ‘rose’ in the sky. This present cycle […] December 9, 2021December 9, 2021
Transits December 1, 2021 – January 5, 2022 ~ Venus (in Uttara Ashada) ~ A repeating romantic theme Venus, planet of love and luxury is in Uttara Ashada between December 1st to January 5th 2022, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. This is an extra-long transit through this asterism, as Venus is retrograde from December 19th, for six weeks altogether, giving romantic issues at this time extra importance. Uttara’s nature is elegant, […] November 21, 2021November 17, 2021
Transits January 25 – February 5 ~ Venus (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Remove a block from your relationship Venus, planet of love and luxury is in Uttara Ashada between January 25th to February 5th, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is intelligent and diplomatic, with the promise of popularity and many friends, and it is ruled by the Ten Vishwadevas, the embodiments of virtue and fine quality. Venus sits comfortably […] January 20, 2021November 6, 2021
Your Mars’s Nakshatra – Karmic Lessons + Hidden Strengths In Vedic astrology, Mars isn’t just about energy or ambition – it reveals where your inner fire can burn too hot, creating conflict, debts, anger issues, and relationship struggles. Your Mars’s Nakshatra Reading The Nakshatra (lunar mansion) Mars sits in when you’re born shapes: ✅ Where you face karmic tension or inner battles✅ How you handle […] Written by Align27 May 18, 2025May 16, 2025
The Hidden Connection Between Saturn, Rahu, and Pranayama In Vedic astrology, Saturn (Shani) and Rahu are known as Vayu planets, linked to the air element. According to the Hindu almanac (Panchang), Nakshatras themselves are connected to this air element and governed by Saturn. The energetic center aligned with this element is the Anahata chakra – the heart chakra which governs not only love and […] Written by Align27 May 16, 2025May 17, 2025
Rahu and Ketu Transit Predictions Rahu in Purva Bhadrapada Pada 3 ~ Making a rational transformation Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) Three May 18th to July 20th, 2025, the nakshatra associated with burning and purging. Your Predictions Rahu also shifts into zodiacal Aquarius at this point, where it sits well in […] Written by Align27 May 13, 2025May 13, 2025
June 30 – July 23 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A laid-back style hides your fire Mars, a planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from June 30th to July 23rd, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content to […] Written by Align27 May 12, 2025May 12, 2025
June 28 – July 13 ~ Jupiter (in Ardra) ~ Keep your teaching under control Jupiter, the planet of travel and education, is in pada (part) two of Ardra between June 28th and July 13th, 2025, the nakshatra symbolized by a Teardrop. This is an intense and transformative part of the sign of Gemini, where your knowledge is hard-won and you venture into areas where other people may not feel […] Written by Align27 May 12, 2025May 12, 2025
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