Planet Transit Explorer
See when a planet changes Rashi or Nakshatra, and when it turns retrograde or direct, across a chosen year.
Rahu (Rahu) in 2026
On 1 January the planet is in Kumbha Rashi, Shatabhisha Nakshatra, retrograde. Rashi changes this year: 1. Retrograde periods: 2.
Timeline
A visual summary; the table below lists the same events. Hatched bands mark retrograde motion.
◆ Rashi change ↺ turns retrograde ↻ turns direct
Events
| Date & time | Event | Rashi | Nakshatra | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahu (Rahu) enters Dhanishta Nakshatra (from Shatabhisha) | Kumbha | Dhanishta (Pada 4) | Retrograde | |
| Rahu (Rahu) enters Makara Rashi (from Kumbha) | Makara | Dhanishta (Pada 2) | Retrograde |
Times are local for Delhi, India (UTC+5:30). Positions are sidereal, as calculated by the VedicDisha astrology backend. The Moon is not offered here because it changes Nakshatra roughly daily; see the Full Year Panchang for its daily Rashi and Nakshatra. Full Year Panchang
This tool shows traditional astronomical-calendar positions for learning and research. It does not claim that planetary transits have any scientifically proven effect.