Transits July 17 – 28 ~ Venus (in Magha) ~ Making a grand romantic gesture. Venus, planet of relationship, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on July 17th until 28th. Magha is a showy and flamboyant energy within Leo, which makes you love to be noticed and make a grand gesture. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Mighty’ and is symbolized by a royal throne-room, showing grand […] June 14, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 15 – 25 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ From moody to magnificent Mars, planet of energy and dynamism is in the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from July 15th to 25th. Cancer and Leo, and Ashlesha and Magha, are sharply contrasting energies, and any planet moving through this ‘knot-end’ feels a sense of adjustment, with a fated and unsupported quality. Mars is […] June 14, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 14 – 20 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ From romantic instinct to openness Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs from July 14th to 20th. The final pada of Ashlesha through the first of Magha comprises this ‘knot-end’ which is characterized by an unstable and rather fated quality. Relationship-wise this may see you behaving unusually or having a passing […] June 11, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 12 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Share your thoughts and feelings Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is placed in Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini from July 12th to 20th. This period puts the emphasis on investigation and examining facts and diverse information, where you are emotionally invested, but detached and clinical when required. Mercury in its own sign gives you strength and clarity […] June 11, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 6 – 17 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ A hypnotic attraction Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from July 6th to 17th. Known as the Clinging Star, Ashlesha is an intense portion of Cancer and its symbol of a coiled serpent gives you keen insight into character and potential for cunning moves. The presiding devatas here are The […] June 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ A time of light and renewal The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, the nakshatra crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s symbol is a quiver full of arrows, which shows adventure through flights of thought and imagination, and its ruler is Aditi, the Divine Mother who presides over noble virtues and infinity itself. The Sun’s […] June 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 29 – July 20 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ Transform through hypnotic energy Mars, planet of drive and competition, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from June 29th to July 20th. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological serpents who have lethal powers, and also act as custodians of heavenly treasure. Snakes are a symbol of worldly wisdom and while Ashlesha has mystical knowledge, it also knows how the […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 28 – July 12 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow a quest for information Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 12th 2021, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This transit goes back over the ground of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase, so you may be reviving ideas or giving a final call on decisions made earlier in June. […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 25 – July 6 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ Sharing romantic protection Venus, the planet of relationships, art and luxury, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the sign of Cancer on June 25th until July 6th. Pushya’s motif is the Udder which symbolizes maternal-type affection, and here lends Venus a romantic generosity where you are supporting your partner and providing security. Your affections are emotional supportive, and […] June 4, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Light after a storm Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 6th. This asterism’s ruler is Rudra, the Storm God, an incarnation of Shiva, and its symbol is the Teardrop, showing a cathartic moment where stress or sentiment overwhelms you, before you emerge feeling lighter and easier, […] June 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Lunar Eclipse in Purva Phalguni Nakshatra (Leo) – Insights and Remedies A lunar eclipse always occurs on a Full Moon, or Poornima, when the Sun and Moon are exactly opposite each other. At this time, the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. Astronomically it is a shadow event. Astrologically it is an emotional and karmic event. Your Lunar […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 24, 2026
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
Your Predictions – Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Aquarius from February 26th to March 21st, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2026. Your Predictions There are classic experiences associated with this three-week-plus window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. Mercury remaining in Aquarius […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 23, 2026
Your Predictions – 3 Powerful Conjunctions in Aquarius Mars, Venus Conjunction in Aquarius – Feb 23 to Mar 02 Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2026. Your Mars, Venus Conjunction Predictions This combination is a match between planetary enemies, though it gives you an affinity for relationships, […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 20, 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
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