Transits December 9 – 16 Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Broadcast a brighter message Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from December 9th until 16th 2023, which includes its retrograde period starting from December 13th. Allow yourself wriggle-room in negotiations at this time and look around when window-shopping for the best prices. Purva Ashada translates to The Unconquered and is associated […] November 30, 2023November 21, 2023
Transits December 9 – 27 Mars (in Jyeshta) ~ Be direct but diplomatic Mars is in Jyestha from December 9th to 27th 2023, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. This is a natural domain for the planet of drive and energy, where it operates with passion and also carries an underlying emotional and sympathetic force. You can stand up for yourself and others with quiet […] November 30, 2023December 1, 2023
Transits December 5 – 16 Venus (in Swati) ~ Share an experience with somebody different Venus, planet love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from December 5th to 16th, 2023. Swati is associated with subtle qualities of learning and intellect, justice and forgiveness, and Venus’s powerful position here gives you great promise. You have a natural poise and sense of fairness in relationship, where you […] November 26, 2023November 21, 2023
Transits December 3 – 16 Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ A chance to mix courage and charm The Sun is in Jyestha from December 3rd to 16th 2023, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol is an Umbrella or Talisman. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading and responsible role. You […] November 24, 2023November 21, 2023
Transits November 27 – December 9 Mercury (in Mula) ~ Get into the heart of your subject Mercury, planet of intellect and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from Nov 27th to December 9th 2023, the nakshatra associated with the bare essentials and getting underneath the surface. Mula’s symbol of a Root is reflected by its placement at the Galactic Centre, which makes you dive into […] November 17, 2023October 26, 2023
Transits November 26 – February 3, 2024 Jupiter (in Ashwini) ~ Get used to a sudden lucky break Jupiter, planet of philosophy and expansion, enters pada (part) four of Ashwini, the nakshatra associated with speed and courage, from November 26th 2023 to February 3rd 2024. This transit sees Jupiter pass again over the area it covered in early June of this year, and a situation from that time may resurface now. Jupiter retrograde […] November 16, 2023October 26, 2023
Transits November 24 – December 5 Venus (in Chitra) ~ Design a new relationship model Venus, planet of relationship and values, is in the nakshatra of Chitra across the signs Virgo and Libra from November 24th to December 5th 2023. Chitra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining Jewel makes a natural environment for luxurious Venus, especially in the Libra portion after November […] November 14, 2023November 21, 2023
Transits November 24 – January 11, 2024 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Make a final call for success Saturn, planet of karma and success, moves into pada (part) one of Shatabhishak within the sign of Aquarius from November 24th 2023 to January 11th 2024. This is Saturn’s third and final move through this pada, after first transiting here in March and April 2023, and most recently from late August to mid-October, when it […] November 14, 2023October 26, 2023
Transits November 24 – 29 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Going out on a mental limb Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 24th to 29th. This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Scorpio-Jyeshta through the first of Sagittarius-Mula, which of all gandanta zones is particularly edgy and volatile energy. A […] November 14, 2023October 25, 2023
Transits November 20 – December 9 Mars (in Anuradha) ~ Flex your muscles towards a shared ambition Mars, planet of energy and pride, is in Anuradha nakshatra from November 20th to December 9th 2023. This transit is entirely within the zodiacal sign of Scorpio where Mars is strong and at home, and it gives you a subtle, yet powerful way of operating that keeps below surface appearance. You may not confront people […] November 10, 2023October 25, 2023
Your 12th House Reading We’ve now unlocked the final layer in the House Lords series inside your Birth Chart – the 12th Lord in Nakshatras. The 12th house represents losses, expenses, isolation, foreign lands, sleep, subconscious patterns, and spiritual surrender. It shows where your energy flows outward, where attachments dissolve, and where deeper spiritual lessons quietly unfold. Your Nakshatra […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 22, 2026
Mahashivratri 2026 – Rituals, Timings and Insights This year Shivratri falls on Sunday 15th February, 2026. “Mahashivratri is the day of Shiva. Wherever there is beauty, truth, and benevolence, there is Shiva. And, there is no place where the Shiva principle is absent. But, Shiva is not a person. It is that principle which is the summum bonum of the whole creation […] Written by Align27 February 10, 2026February 10, 2026
Your Predictions – Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 2 Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) Two of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within Pisces from February 21st to March 21st, 2026. Your Predictions This is a repeat of Saturn’s retrograde transit from June to mid-August of 2025, and an experience from that time may resurface now for you […] Written by Align27 February 18, 2026February 17, 2026
Your Predictions – Venus in Purva Bhadrapada Venus, planet of love and the arts, is in Purva Bhadrapada from Feb 21st to March 4th 2026, the nakshatra stretching across the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your Predictions Purva’s Shakti, or unique gift, to ‘Raise the Spiritual Fire’ shows purging and cleansing, as Venus sees you breaking away from the past and releasing […] Written by Align27 February 17, 2026February 17, 2026
Your Predictions – Sun in Shatabhishak The Sun, planet of the soul and self-expression, is in Shatabhishak, the nakshatra within the sign of Aquarius, from February 19th to March 4th 2026. Your Predictions Shatabhishak is ruled by Varuna, the God of the Waters, which brings greater contact with this element, perhaps in the form of a deep experience in the inner sea […] Written by Align27 February 16, 2026February 16, 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