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
Transits January 10 – 23 ~ Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Shine a light on your ambitions The Sun, planet of ego and self-expression, is in Uttara Ashada between January 10th and 23rd, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, is for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, so putting work in at the start of an enterprise promises ultimate […] January 4, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 2 – 11 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Win the debate without an argument Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from January 2nd to 11th, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. This is an auspicious asterism that emphasises diplomacy and balance, and its Shakti for ‘Uncontested Victory’ points to using careful negotiation. You may reap the benefits of work already […] January 2, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 24 – January 22 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Make your vision real Saturn, planet of karma and success, enters the fourth pada of Uttara Ashada from December 24th to January 22nd, the portion of this nakshatra in the sign of Capricorn. This is new ground for Saturn this year – it reached this point in its own sign previously in May and June 2020 before turning retrograde. […] December 21, 2020November 6, 2021
Thai Poosam – The Ultimate Day to Remedy Mars with Your Mantra The Significance of Thai Poosam Thai Poosam is celebrated in the Tamil month of Thai when the Moon transits Pushya Nakshatra (poosam in tamil). This day is primarily dedicated to Lord Murugan (the deity of Mars), also known as Kartikeya, the divine son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. On this day, Goddess Parvati presented […] Written by Align27 January 29, 2026January 30, 2026
Health and Longevity – Ratha Saptami Rituals Ratha Saptami – Cleanse, Heal and Recharge Imagine a day when the energy of the Sun is at its peak-offering a powerful opportunity to cleanse, heal, and recharge. Ratha Saptami, also known as the Sun’s Birthday (Surya Jayanti), is an ancient Vedic tradition that marks the transition of the Sun towards the northern hemisphere, symbolizing […] Written by Align27 January 23, 2026January 23, 2026
Your Predictions – Mercury in Purva Bhadrapada Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from February 15th to March 10th 2026, in the Pisces portion of this nakshatra. Your Predictions This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde motion starting February 26th, which is an important point for your decision-making and communication. This transit is also a repeat of Mercury’s movement […] Written by Align27 February 14, 2026February 14, 2026
Solar Eclipse in Dhanishta Nakshatra – Predictions and Remedies On February 17, a powerful Solar Eclipse takes place with the Sun and Moon together in Dhanishta Nakshatra in Aquarius. Mars is also strongly connected to this eclipse energy, adding intensity and action. At the same time, Venus, Rahu, and Mercury are all in Aquarius as well, which means a total of five planets are […] Written by Align27 February 13, 2026February 15, 2026
Your Predictions – Mars in Dhanishtha Mars, planet of energy and action, is in Dhanishta from February 14th to March 3rd 2026, across the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Your Predictions This is the nakshatra where Mars is strongest, and it finds you with special stamina and leadership potential, as you summon all these qualities to impress by knowing exactly what […] Written by Align27 February 12, 2026February 12, 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