Transits Feb 17 ~ Solar Eclipse in Dhanishtha (Aquarius) ~ Free your inner resources The Solar Eclipse in Aquarius-Dhanishta of February 17th, 2026, is an ‘annular’ event, where the edges of the Sun are exposed around the Moon’s disk, creating a Ring of Fire effect in the eclipse’s path of visibility. This eclipse is a supercharged New Moon, which draws a line under the past and allows you to […] January 19, 2026January 19, 2026
Transits Oct 6 – 17 Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Balance fun with business Venus, planet of art and relationships, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from October 6th to 17th, 2025. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock speaks to this nakshatra’s easy-going nature, where relating on a heart level balances any tendency to overthink a relationship. You enjoy helping people, being in company, and […] August 6, 2025August 6, 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 […] July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Transits Sep 13 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A relaxed meeting of minds Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni, spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 20th, 2025. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock shows the leisurely style you bring to thinking and communication, where you are concerned with being of service to others. This nakshatra’s rulership by […] July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Transits Sep 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Light shines on partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th, 2025. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership’, so you strike a balance between your own needs and giving enough appreciation to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride and […] July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Transits July 23 – Aug 13 ~ Mars (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Put your energy into a close partnership Mars, the warrior planet of energy and adventure, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from July 23rd to August 13th, 2025. Uttara is known for its laid-back and fun-loving style, symbolized by a Hammock, so that pushy, energetic Mars gives this transit a double-edged quality. You need […] June 13, 2025June 13, 2025
Transits January 12 – March 16 ~ Ketu (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A spiritual partnership Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and escape, is in Pada (part) Three of Uttara Phalguni from January 12th to March 16th, 2024. Uttara pada three relates to Aquarius navamsha, which adds an idealistic and humanitarian quality to your quest for spirituality, and you gravitate towards others of like mind. This Saturn-ruled side complements the […] December 24, 2024December 24, 2024
Transits November 10 – January 12, 2025 ~ Ketu (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A gentle path to truth Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and escape, is in Pada (part) four of Uttara Phalguni from November 10th, 2024 to January 12th, 2025. Uttara Phalguni’s laid-back and fun-loving style, symbolized by a Hammock, is a challenge to Ketu’s underlying intensity and drive for transcendence that permeates everything you do. You are looking for a […] October 8, 2024November 4, 2024
Transits October 30 – November 12 Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Be alive to a hidden message Venus, planet of art and relationship, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from October 30th to November 12th 2023. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock reveals this nakshatra’s easy-going and fun-loving nature, where relating on a heart level balances any tendency to over-analyse a relationship. You enjoy helping people, being in […] October 20, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits September 29 – October 7 Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Make choices with heart and mind Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni, spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 29th to October 7th 2023. This transit is a repeat of Mercury’s position in the second half of August this year, as the planet entered its retrograde phase, so you may now be […] September 19, 2023August 31, 2023
Akshaya Tritiya – The Most Auspicious Day of the Year Written by Align27 April 12, 2026April 13, 2026
May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Think your experience through Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Magha in the sign of Leo from May 31st to August 1st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in this nakshatra, where you dramatize your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Pada Three also relates to […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhisha) ~ Politics and high principles Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhisha Pada (part) One from May 31st to August 1st, 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius, and has a special affinity with Shatabisha’s naturally progressive and experimental nature. Pada One of these nakshatra relates to Sagittarius navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Jun 11 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 31st to June 11th, 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 a […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 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