Transits Apr 13 – May 15 ~ Sun Exaltation (in Aries) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, planet of Self and centre of the cosmos, is in its exaltation sign of Aries from April 13th to May 15th 2026. This dynamic transit brings a sense of forward progress where you get on with your plans in spontaneous style, without overthinking. ‘Mesha Sankranti’ on April 13th is a kind of astrological […] March 16, 2026March 16, 2026
Transits Apr 14 – 27 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ Do it now The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 14th until 27th, the nakshatra of speed and courage in the sign of Sun’s greatest strength. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special power, for Quick Action, sees you sizing up a situation and making an instant choice, which at another time may be difficult or unwise. […] March 16, 2026March 16, 2026
Transits Apr 14 – 19 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Deep in the essence of love The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Aries from April 14th to 19th, 2026. These two planetary enemies have a subtle effect on each other, though they remain far enough apart in Aries, in different nakshatras, to operate in their own independent ways. Venus’s aura of charm and diplomacy is not […] March 16, 2026March 16, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Sun in Uttara Bhadrapada The Sun, planet of spirit and identity, is in Uttara Bhadrapada, the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces, from March 18th to 31st 2026. Your Predictions Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, and its influence brings you an intelligent and questioning quality with a focus on the finer things in […] March 15, 2026March 16, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Venus in Revati Venus is in the nakshatra of Revati from March 15 to 25th, where the planet of love and art is at its most powerful. Your Predictions You have an irresistible romantic nature and a power of belief that is positively transformative, where your faith inspires a lover or friend and helps them become the person […] March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Transits Apr 13 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Have a serious think Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from April 13 to 22nd 2026, the nakshatra wholly inside the zodiacal sign of Pisces. Though analytical Mercury is not most at home in this nakshatra, you can allow your imagination to take over and approach an idea, book, or offer from a different angle. […] March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Transits Apr 11 – 30 ~ Mars, Mercury, Saturn Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Tough talking tactics Mercury, Mars, and Saturn come together in the sign of Pisces from April 11th to 30th to create a complex picture for your communication. Your intuition is strong at this time, and you arrive at answers by unconventional means. Listen to wise advice, but don’t be put off by undue scepticism from people on the […] March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Transits Apr 11 – 14 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Be an inspiring listener Mercury, plan of the mind, comes together in Pisces with the Sun, star of self-expression, from April 11th to 14th 2026. This short but intense transit pairs the Sun’s inner conviction with Mercury’s commercial flair and creates Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for study, public speaking, and business enterprise. Mercury isn’t on natural territory in Pisces, […] March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Transits Apr 10 – 30 ~ Mercury Debilitation (in Pisces) ~ Use your mind’s eye Mercury, planet of the mind, is debilitated in Pisces from April 10th to 30th 2026, where this planet’s usual analytical style focuses more on pictures and impressions. Mercury is debilitated in this sign, even though you may have a clear inner message about a certain person or idea that you can’t explain in words. Your […] March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Transits Apr 10 – 17 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ First inspiration then action The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini from April 10th to 17th, 2026. This double-border area extends on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, and may bring a period of instability where your plans fall […] March 12, 2026March 12, 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 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 – Venus in Gandanta + Ashwini Venus in Gandanta – Mar 23 to Mar 28 Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between March 23rd and 28th, 2026. Venus in Gandanta Predictions This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, as well as nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and […] Written by Align27 March 22, 2026March 24, 2026
Apr 30 – May 15 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Be a thought leader Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the all-powerful Sun in Aries from April 30th to May 15th 2026. This transit gives you pride in your ideas and communication, and you want full credit for your input into any job or project. Sun and Mercury are planetary enemies, but together create Budhaditya Yoga, an […] Written by Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 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