Transits Apr 20 – May 14 ~ Jupiter (in Punarvasu) ~ A practical philosopher Jupiter, planet of philosophy and protection, is in Pada (part) Two of Punarvasu, the nakshatra associated with renewal, from April 20th to May 14th 2026. This transit sees Jupiter in this pada for the third time in its year-long stay in Gemini, after most recently transiting through January 2026, in retrograde motion. Jupiter is now […] March 19, 2026March 19, 2026
Transits Apr 17 – May 17 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Fire and discipline Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) Four of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within the sign of Pisces from April 17th to May 17th, 2026. Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, and its influence brings you an intelligent and questioning quality, with a focus on fine quality. As […] March 19, 2026March 19, 2026
Transits Apr 16 – 27 ~ Venus (in Krittika) ~ Burning romantic affection Venus, planet of love and relationships, is in Krittika, the nakshatra that crosses the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, from April 16 to 27th 2026. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or Razor gives your affections fire and passion, and its ruling deity, Agni, the embodiment of sacred fire, creates a headstrong romantic quality. Your […] March 19, 2026March 19, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 3 Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) Three of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within Pisces from March 21st to April 17th, 2026. Your Predictions Saturn finally moves out of the first quarter of the sign of Pisces, having remained in this area since March 2025. You break free of […] March 19, 2026March 18, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Mars in Purva Bhadrapada Mars, planet of strength and competition, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 20th to April 6th 2026, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your Predictions Purva’s symbol of the front side of a bed represents clearing and removing old obstacles, while its Shakti of ‘the power of spiritual fire’ represents a […] March 18, 2026March 18, 2026
Articles Chaitra Navratri – 9 Days of Turning Inwards Chaitra Navratri is coming up between 19th and 27th March 2026, and is a time for self-reflection, purification, and spiritual growth. “Chaitra means the beginning of a New Year. So the New Year begins with nine days of turning inwards; prayer, meditation, and chanting. Recognizing the Divinity in the whole creation, and enlivening that aspect.” – […] March 16, 2026March 16, 2026
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
Akshaya Tritiya – The Most Auspicious Day of the Year Written by Align27 April 12, 2026April 13, 2026
May 29 – Jun 1 ~Jupiter, Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Fun and variety Mercury, planet of communication, is conjunct with romantic Venus and expansive Jupiter from May 29th to June 1st, 2026. This short transit combines both planetary friends and enemies in a complex mixture, where your thinking and relating take on a wider and more cosmopolitan tone. Mercury and Venus are firm planetary allies that work together […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 25 – Jun 2 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from May 25th to June 2nd 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This nakshatra’s mythical symbol of a Deer being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2026April 7, 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