Transits Sep 17 – 26 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Smart and sharp Mercury, the planet of the mind, conjoins the light-giving Sun in Virgo from September 17th to 26th, 2026. The Sun and Mercury are at different ends of Virgo in this transit, in different nakshatras, where each planet maintains its own integrity and style of working. Both planets are channeled through Mercury’s outstanding strength in Virgo, […] August 24, 2026August 21, 2026
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, 2026. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership,’ where you strike a balance between your own needs and giving enough appreciation to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride and […] August 24, 2026August 21, 2026
Transits Sep 13 – 21 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a smart idea in your hands Mercury, the planet of the mind, is in Hasta, symbolized by a Hand, from September 13th to 21st, 2026. This nakshatra is Mercury’s strong place in Virgo, where you have practical and earthy intelligence, combining academic knowledge with worldly experience. Hasta is associated with handicraft and skill, along with a careful touch around money, so […] August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Transits Sep 11 – Oct 23 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ Spread yourself out in company Venus, the planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from September 11th to October 23rd, 2026. This extended transit includes Venus’s retrograde arc from October 3rd and puts a greater focus on Swati’s qualities of learning and intellect, justice, and forgiveness. You may expect repeated experiences in love […] August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Transits Sep 7 – 26 ~ Mercury Exaltation in Virgo ~ Smart and practical Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is exalted in Virgo from September 7th to 26th, 2026. As Mercury’s own sign, Virgo gives you extra intelligence and analytical ability, as well as practical, earthy skills that you can apply in the real world. You express yourself smartly and know exactly what to say in every […] August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Transits Sep 3 – 20 ~ Jupiter (in Ashlesha) ~ Balance trust and instinct Jupiter, the planet of expansion and good fortune, is in Ashlesha pada (part) two from September 3rd to 20th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. The second pada of this nakshatra relates to Capricorn navamsha, which makes a polarity with Jupiter’s placement in Cancer and balances its emotional and domestically-oriented energy. You […] August 24, 2026August 19, 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
