Transits Sep 3 – 14 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ A protective love affair Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from September 3rd to 14th, 2025. Ashlesha is ruled by the Nagas, a race of divine shape-shifting cobras, which traditionally guarded heavenly wealth. You are protective of your relationship and loved ones, and your reserves of sympathy and insight are in […] July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Transits July 31 – August 11 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover a deep romantic secret Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from July 20th to 31st 2024. Ashlesha is ruled by The Nagas, a race of divine shape-shifting cobras, which gives you insight into character and subtle worldly wisdom. The Serpent Nakshatra brings people close to you, though you are also […] June 21, 2024June 21, 2024
Transits September 27 – October 6 Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Be adaptable on a love question Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs from September 27th to October 6th 2023. This is the third and final time Venus goes through this ‘knot-end’ area in 2023, after its previous phase in early August (where Venus was retrograde). If you have been backwards and […] September 17, 2023August 31, 2023
Transits August 9 – 18 Venus Combust (in Cancer) ~ Go the extra mile for love Venus, planet of art and affection, is combust by the Sun from August 9th to 18th. This happens when Venus is close to the Sun and gets swallowed up in its glare, to the point where Venus becomes invisible in the sky. When the star of love and beauty ‘disappears’, you may feel overlooked or […] July 30, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 7 – October 1 Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover a deep romantic secret Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from August 07 to October 1st 2023. This is a return into the Serpent Nakshatra, for Venus, where it was from mid-June to early July this year, and your romantic life finds closure, or perhaps added intrigue, in an experience you […] July 28, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 7 – September 4 Venus Retrograde (in Cancer) ~ Get new insight into a mysterious character Venus, planet of love, luxury the arts, is retrograde in Cancer from August 7th until September 4th 2023. This is the second phase of Venus’s six-week retrograde spell, which began in Leo on July 23rd, as it now retreats into sensitive, protective Cancer, where you think deeply about relationships and how to create security. Venus […] July 28, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits July 1 – 15 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ A shift from sensitive to sensational Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs from July 1st to 15th 2023. The Gandanta ‘knot-end’ is characterized by an unstable and rather fated quality, and you get a perspective on someone that you have never noticed before, or even feel you are dealing with a […] June 23, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 17 – July 6 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ Your chance to uncover a deep romantic secret Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from June 17th to July 6th 2023. Known as the Clinging Star, Ashlesha’s symbol of a coiled serpent gives insight into character and the potential to make shrewd moves. This nakshatra’s rulers are The Nagas, divine shape-shifting cobras, equally venomous and […] June 10, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits August 28 – September 3 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Love goes from emotion to drama Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs, and nakshatras, from August 28th – September 3rd 2022. This area coves the final pada of Ashlesha through the first of Magha, and is characterized by an unstable and potentially fated quality, where your ability to make connections is […] August 18, 2022July 27, 2022
Transits August 20 – 31 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ See through surface attraction Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 20th to 31st. Ashlesha’s symbol of a coiled Serpent, in particular its potent and hypnotic eyes, shows your deep insight and intense charm. The ruling devatas here, The Nagas, are the divine shape-shifting race of cobras, venomous and protective, which represent this asterism’s potential […] August 10, 2022July 25, 2022
Celebrate Janmashtami – Get 15% Off + Ritual Guide Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. Observed on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark half (Krishna Paksha) of the month of Bhadrapada (Purnimanta)/Shravan (Amanta), Janmashtami holds a deep spiritual significance as it marks the arrival of divine wisdom and joy into the […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 14, 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
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