Transits Feb 11 -21 ~ Venus (in Shatabhishak) ~ Heal your heart and mind Venus, planet of love and luxury, enters Shatabishta from February 11th to 21st 2026, the nakshatra whose name translates to ‘A Hundred Physicians’. Shatabishta’s Shakti, or special power, for Healing may find you involved in medicine from a professional standpoint, or else a special person’s company has a light and rejuvenating effect on you. You […] January 19, 2026January 19, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Venus in Shravana & Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 1 Venus in Shravana – Jan 20 to Jan 31 Venus, planet of art and relationships, is in Shravana from January 20th to 31st 2026, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Capricorn. Venus in Shravana Predictions The Shakti, or unique gift, of this asterism for ‘Making Connection’, sees you bonding with a partner over a […] January 18, 2026January 15, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury, Sun, Venus, Mars Conjunction in Capricorn Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars all come together in Capricorn from January 17th to February 3rd, 2026. Your Predictions This complex mixture of personal ambition and relationship skill sees the planets favouring action, intelligence, and negotiation, with a focus on business and commerce. You can be a professional and responsible leader, and work steadily to […] January 15, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Feb 13 – Mar 2 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ Mix with a different crowd The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Aquarius from February 13th to March 2nd, 2026. The Sun is entering Aquarius in the sign of Dhanishta, while Venus is initially in Shatabisha, so these two planetary enemies influence each other but remain far enough apart to act in their own independent ways. […] January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Feb 13 – Mar 15 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ Expressing an unusual idea Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Aquarius with the Sun, star of self-expression, from February 13th to March 15th 2026. Sun is conjoined with Mercury all the way through its passage in Aquarius, which forms part of Mercury’s extended stay in this sign, including its retrograde phase from February 27th. Together, these planets […] January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Feb 7 -15 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of thoughts Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabishta from February 7th to 15th 2026, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘A Hundred Medicines’ (or Doctors). This transit is part of Mercury’s extended stay in Aquarius, and the planet will go through this nakshatra a further time in mid-to-late […] January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Feb 6 – Mar 2 ~ Mercury, Rahu, Venus Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ New love and original thinking Mercury and Venus, the planets of communication and relationship, come together with shadowy Rahu in Aquarius from February 6th to March 2nd, 2026. Mercury and Venus combine to give you a smart and diplomatic way of relating, with wit, charm, and the ability to negotiate. In Aquarius, these planetary friends have great fixity, where you […] January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Feb 6 -19 ~ Sun (in Dhanishtha) ~ Enjoy a successful performance The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishta from February 6th to 19th 2026, 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’ sees you stepping up as a performer. Dhanishta’s rulership […] January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Feb 03 – Apr 11 ~ Mercury, Rahu Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ Open your mind Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in conjunction with shadow planet Rahu in Aquarius from February 3rd to April 11th 2026. This extended transit includes Mercury’s whole retrograde phase from February 26th, all within Aquarius, where you go through a change of thinking, perhaps after overcoming an obstacle or delay. This planetary pairing gives […] January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mercury in Uttara Ashada Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from January 15th to 23rd 2026, the nakshatra that sits across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Your Predictions Uttara’s auspicious energy emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and any issues that arise have the potential for serious discussion. This asterism’s Shakti, for ‘Uncontested Victory’, favours […] January 13, 2026January 13, 2026
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 6 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Sharing your brain-child Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani, in the zodiacal sign of Aries, from May 6th to 13th 2026. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva, and its meaning is bound up with giving birth, either as in bearing children or delivering a plan or creative idea. It takes […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
May 1 – 26 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aries) ~ A genius idea is tested Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is combust by the all-powerful Sun, first in Aries and then in Taurus from May 1st to 26th 2026. As it moves towards the Sun’s burning light, Mercury becomes invisible in the sky and increasingly underpowered in the horoscope. When these two planets are at their closest, combustion is […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Your Predictions – Rahu in Shatabhishak Pada 2 & Ketu in Magha Pada 4 Rahu in Shatabhishak Pada 2 – Mar 29 to May 31 Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhishak Pada (part) Two from March 29th to May 31st 2026. Your Rahu Predictions Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius and has a special affinity with Shatabhishta’s progressive and experimental nature. Pada Two […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 29, 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