Transits Nov 18 – 28 Venus (in Vishakha) ~ Time to fight hard and fair Venus, the planet of relating and luxury, enters Vishakha, across the signs of Libra and Scorpio from Nov 18 to 28th, 2025. This nakshatra is ruled by Indragni, a combination of Indra, King of the Gods, and Agni, the embodiment of divine fire, which creates a passionate and powerful energy. Vishakha’s symbol of a Victory […] September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 16 – Dec 7 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Scorpio) ~ Time to fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Scorpio from November 16th to December 7th, 2025. These planets influence each other strongly but remain far enough apart in this sign, in different nakshatras, until November 30th, when the Sun’s glare does not overshadow Mars in Jyeshta. Sun and Mars are […] September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 9 – 29 Mercury Retrograde (in Scorpio) ~ Safety comes second-time around Mercury, planet of communication, is retrograde in Scorpio and Libra from November 9th to 29th 2025, giving you a second chance to profit from a recent opportunity. Mercury is under contrasting influences through this transit, mostly from fiery Mars and wise Jupiter, which sees you being pulled in different directions. You may feel confident but […] September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 7, 2025 – Mar 27, 2026 Mars Combust (in Scorpio – Aquarius) ~ Time to channel your ego energy Mars, planet of drive and competition, is in the state of combustion from November 7th, 2025, all the way to March 27th, 2026, going from the signs of Scorpio through to Aquarius. A planet is combust when in close proximity to the Sun and gets burnt up in its bright solar glare. In this case, […] September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Nov 15 – 26 Mercury Combust (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun from November 15th to 26th 2025, where it is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much information or troubled by a large personality who has undue […] September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Transits Your Predictions – Venus in Purva Phalguni Venus, planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni, ‘the previous red one’, from September 25th to October 6th 2025. Your Predictions Purva’s symbol of a Hammock describes its relaxed nature, which finds Venus in an easy-going and romantic setting where you’re happy to let a relationship take its own course. There’s no strict […] September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Articles Your 7th Lord’s Nakshatra – Love, Trust & Commitment We’ve been on a journey through the House Rulers in Nakshatras series, exploring how each house lord shapes your destiny. You’ve already seen insights for your Ascendant Lord (self-expression), 2nd Lord (wealth and values), 3rd Lord (courage and communication), 4th Lord (inner peace), 5th Lord (creativity and past life merits), and 6th Lord (challenges and discipline). House […] September 22, 2025September 22, 2025
Transits Oct 7 – 16 Mercury (in Swati) ~ A smart and elegant way of thinking Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from October 7th to 16th, 2025. Swati’s Shakti, or special power, ‘the power to disperse like the wind,’ can see your thoughts being scattered and growing, or create a rather chaotic way of communication. You are versatile and changeable, and take […] September 19, 2025September 19, 2025
Transits Nov 7 – 18 Venus (in Swati) ~ Spread yourself out in company Venus, planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from November 7th to 18th, 2025. Swati is associated with subtle qualities of learning and intellect, justice and forgiveness, and Venus’s strong position in its own sign gives you great promise. You have natural poise and a sense of fairness […] September 18, 2025September 18, 2025
Transits Nov 6 – 19 Sun (in Vishakha) ~ Combine dynamism with diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and self, is in Vishakha from November 6th to 19th 2025, where the Sun emerges gradually from its place of debilitation in Libra and picks up strength in Mars-ruled Scorpio. You go from indecision and reliance on other people’s opinions to courage, decisiveness, and chasing up your goals with energy. […] September 18, 2025September 18, 2025
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