Mars in Capricorn :: Strategic Fire & the Mūla Nakṣatra New Moon (Dec 14–20)

From Stone to Circuit :: Aquarius Shift (Jan 18-24 )

In this episode of Ṛkṣa-vibhāvana, we explore the profound astrological threshold of January 18th to 24th, anchored by a late-degree Capricorn New Moon in Śravaṇa, where intention hardens into structure and listening becomes a sacred act. A powerful Capricorn stellium under solar combustion lays foundations with gravity and precision, while Pluto in early Aquarius, still moving through Śravaṇa, signals a deeper civilizational shift from hierarchy to networks, from stone to circuit. Trines to Uranus accelerate technological and systemic transformation, and the rapid migration of planets into Aquarius marks a decisive turn toward collective intelligence, innovation, and future-oriented vision.

Crowbars and the Cathedrals :: Capricorn Combustion (Jan 11-17)

In this episode of Ṛkṣa-vibhāvana, we move deeper into Capricorn season and into a week shaped by solar combustion, leverage, and disciplined power. With Mercury, Venus, and exalted Mars all drawn close to the Sun, our inner faculties of thought, value, and action are being refined under intense pressure, demanding alignment and maturity rather than impulsive expression.   We explore the lingering aftermath of the Mars–Jupiter opposition, described as the crowbar — a force that can multiply effort when applied with precision, or strain the structure when misused. As the week unfolds, Mercury’s opposition to Jupiter stretches meaning and belief, while Venus and the Sun form stabilizing trines to Uranus, offering moments of clarity, release, and quiet awakening.

Coming Home :: Full Moon in Punarvasu (Dec 28-Jan 3)

A look at the astrology of the week ahead with a special focus on the full Moon of 3 January in Punarvasu nakṣatra.

Serious Celebration :: Capricorn Season (21-27 Dec)

Join host Kavi on Riksha Vibhavana, the Tropical Vedic Podcast, as he explores the astrology of December 21-27. This episode examines the intensifying Capricorn energies and Venus' challenging aspect with Neptune.

Mars in Capricorn :: Strategic Fire & the Mūla Nakṣatra New Moon (Dec 14–20)

Join host Kavi on Riksha Vibhavana, the Tropical Vedic Podcast, as he explores the astrology of December 14–20. This episode examines Mars entering exaltation in Capricorn, the powerful Mars–Jupiter axis, and the new moon in late Sagittarius near Mūla Nakṣatra (close to the galactic center).