Transits Jul 2 – Aug 20 ~ Saturn (in Revati) ~ A businesslike dreamer Saturn, the planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is in pada (part) two of Revati, in Pisces from July 2nd to August 20th. This nakshatra, associated with help, protection, and ultimate prosperity, throws down a challenge to hard-nosed Saturn, where you combine humanitarian instincts with a businesslike and real-world attitude. Pada Two also relates to […] June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Jul 2 – 8 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for a sudden change of heart Venus, the planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo from July 2nd to 8th, 2026. This ‘knot-end’ passage sees Venus move between elements and nakshatras, from water to fire and from Ashlesha to Magha, and the handover period sees an uncertain phase in your relationship and shared plans. […] June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
Transits Jun 29 – Jul 23 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Cancer) ~ Revival of truth Mercury, the planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Cancer from June 29th to July 23rd, 2026, in the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2026. Mercury remains in Punarvasu throughout this whole transit, the auspicious and restorative nakshatra associated with replenishment and financial success. You may be rethinking your budget, or a planned […] May 25, 2026May 25, 2026
Transits Jun 22 – Jul 4 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ An intense love affair Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from June 22nd to July 4th, 2026. Ashlesha is ruled by The Nagas, a race of divine shape-shifting cobras, which traditionally guarded heavenly wealth. You are protective of your relationship and loved ones, and your reserves of sympathy and insight […] May 25, 2026May 25, 2026
Transits Jun 22 – Jul 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ An emotional torrent Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 4th 2026. This nakshatra’s nature is sharply different to the more familiar light, bubbly Gemini persona, and takes you into deeper territory where your intuition comes into play. The Sun fights a symbolic battle wherever it […] May 18, 2026May 18, 2026
Transits Jun 23 – Jul 4 ~ Jupiter, Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Openness and opportunity Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, comes together with romantic Venus and protective, expansive Jupiter in Cancer from Jun 23rd to July 4th 2026. These planets are a mixture of friends and enemies, which need adjustment to function at their best, with Mercury and Venus covering facts and diplomacy, while Jupiter prefers deep study and […] May 18, 2026May 18, 2026
Sep 2 – 24 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your energy Mars, the planet of action and competition, is in Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from September 2nd to 24th, 2026. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, and having a goal to work towards inspires you above your usual level. This asterism is represented by a Quiver of Arrows, which is linked […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Sep 20 – Oct 8 ~ Jupiter (in Ashlesha) ~ Personal versus collective energy Jupiter, the planet of expansion and good fortune, is in Ashlesha pada (part) three from September 20th to October 8th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Aquarius navamsha, ruled by Saturn, which is in marked contrast to Jupiter’s sign placement in emotional Cancer. You […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 21, 2026
Sep 18 – Nov 12 ~ Mars Debilitation (in Cancer) ~ A powerful mood Mars, the planet of action and energy, is in Cancer from September 18th to November 12th, the sign of its debilitation. You battle against daily moods in this transit and may need extra motivation before getting a long-range project off the ground. Influenced by your emotions even on your best day, you have great tenacity […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 21, 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
