Transits Oct 9 – Nov 2 Venus (in Virgo) Debilitation ~ Asking the right questions Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Virgo from October 9th to November 2nd, 2025. Virgo is the sign of Venus’s debilitation – neecha – where it has greater trouble expressing itself naturally, in relationships, creativity, and all its signature affairs. This transit finds you highly analytical about your partner, where you can make […] August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Transits Sep 21 – Nov 23 Ketu (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A romantic spiritual escape Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Purva Phalguni from September 21st to November 23rd 2025. Ketu in zodiacal Leo adds a dramatic quality to your desire for spiritual escape, and there is a fine line between your self-denying attitude and this sign’s need for recognition. Purva Pada […] August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Transits Sep 21 – Nov 23 Rahu (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Jumping into the future Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) One from September 21st to November 23rd 2025, the nakshatra represented by a two-faced man. Rahu in zodiacal Aquarius sits well in the sign of progressive thinking and experimentation, and Pada one of Purva Bhadrapada also relates to Aries in the […] August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Transits Sep 20 – 28 Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a smart idea in your hands Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta, symbolised by a Hand, from September 20th to 28th 2025. 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 you […] August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Articles Pratyak Tara – The Nakshatras of Obstacles and Hidden Growth In Vedic astrology, every birth star is part of a nine-star cycle called Nava Tara, each shaping different aspects of your life. Among these, Pratyak Tara is the one that challenges you the most. Pratyak Tara is the fifth star from your birth Nakshatra. Its energy can feel like invisible resistance-plans slow down, relationships hit bumps, […] August 1, 2025August 1, 2025
Articles Your Nakshatra Bird Report In vedic astrology, each Nakshatra or Lunar mansion is connected to a bird just like how it is connected to a symbol or animal. It is also connected to a bird. These birds are not simply symbolic-they are energetic allies. Tapping into their qualities can offer remarkable benefits, helping us harness the full strength of […] July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Transits Sep 28 – Oct 7 Mercury (in Chitra) ~ A sudden flash of inspiration Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chittra from September 28th to October 7th, 2025. Chittra translates to ‘The Brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining Jewel reflects its brightness in the night sky, bringing you skill in art, craft, and design. Mercury in its strong sign of Virgo for the […] July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Transits Sep 27 – Oct 10 Sun (in Hasta) ~ A moment of sudden clarity The Sun, day-star and planet of the self, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 10th, the nakshatra of the Hand and handicraft. As Hasta’s ruling devata, the Sun has an affinity in this asterism and gives you a confident and generous quality within the humble and earthy nature of zodiacal Virgo. The Sun […] July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Transits Sep 25 – Oct 6 Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A relaxed romantic scene Venus, planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni, ‘the previous red one’, from September 25th to October 6th 2025. 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 agenda or […] July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Articles Born with a Retrograde Planet? Here’s What It Reveals A retrograde planet reveals unfinished karmic work from a past life-something you are here to revisit, resolve, or approach differently. It creates an intense focus on that planet’s area of life, bringing delays, inner struggles, repetition, and powerful desires. You may feel like you’re going through the same lessons over and over, but with each […] July 28, 2025July 28, 2025
💰 Discover How Your 2nd Lord’s Nakshatra Shapes Your Wealth We’ve just added the next chapter to the House Rulers in Nakshatras section inside your Birth Chart on the align27 app – and this time, it’s all about your 2nd Lord. Your 2nd house lord governs wealth, possessions, speech, and values. It influences how you earn, save, and spend, and also reveals the deeper principles […] Written by Align27 August 8, 2025August 11, 2025
Your Ascendant Ruler’s Nakshatra Analysis We’re excited to unveil a brand‑new section inside the Birth Chart feature of the align27 app – House Rulers in Nakshatras. House Rulers in Nakshatras We’re kicking this off with the Ascendant Ruler, the planet that defines you – your physical body, personality, and overall approach to life. When your ascendant ruler is placed in a […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 7, 2025
Oct 24 – Nov 6 Sun (in Swati) ~ Power through diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2025. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where your skills are to be an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, though you […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Oct 18 – Dec 5 Jupiter (in Punarvasu ) ~ Create your own luck Jupiter, planet of knowledge and expansion, is in pada (part) four of Punarvasu, in the zodiacal sign of Cancer from October 18th to December 5th 2025. This planet has an affinity with Punarvasu’s adventurous and inquisitive nature, symbolised by a Quiver of Arrows, and its Shakti of Renewal. This part of Punarvasu brings Jupiter into […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Oct 17 – 27 Venus (in Hasta) ~ Shake hands on a deal Venus, planet of relating and luxury, is in the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from October 17th to 27th, 2025. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for taking and receiving, and all activities associated with handicraft. You may encounter people who are open-handed in their affections, or else […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
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