Graha Vakri & Margi
Planets Retrograde Today
25 August 2026 · sidereal (Lahiri)
A planet is Vakri (retrograde) when it appears to move backward through the zodiac as seen from Earth. Below is the live Margi (direct) or Vakri (retrograde) status of every graha, computed from current planetary positions with the Swiss Ephemeris.
Currently retrograde
| Graha | Rashi | Nakshatra | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mars (Mangal) | Mithuna | Ardra | Margi (direct) |
| Mercury (Budha) | Simha | Magha | Margi (direct) |
| Jupiter (Guru) | Karka | Ashlesha | Margi (direct) |
| Venus (Shukra) | Kanya | Hasta | Margi (direct) |
| Saturn (Shani) | Meena | Revati | Vakri (retrograde) |
| Rahu (Rahu) | Kumbha | Dhanishta | Vakri (retrograde) |
| Ketu (Ketu) | Simha | Magha | Vakri (retrograde) |
Rahu and Ketu are always Vakri. The Sun and Moon are never retrograde and are not listed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which planets are retrograde right now?
Currently retrograde (Vakri): Saturn, Rahu, Ketu. The full status of every graha is in the table above, recalculated from live planetary positions.
What does retrograde (Vakri) mean in Vedic astrology?
A planet is Vakri (retrograde) when, seen from Earth, it appears to move backward through the zodiac. It is an optical effect of orbital speeds, not actual reversal. A retrograde planet is considered stronger in some respects and is read carefully in predictive astrology.
Are Rahu and Ketu always retrograde?
Yes. Rahu and Ketu are the Moon's nodes, not physical planets, and they are always retrograde (Vakri) in their motion through the zodiac.
Can the Sun and Moon be retrograde?
No. The Sun and Moon are never retrograde, which is why they are not listed here. Only Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn go retrograde, plus the always-retrograde nodes Rahu and Ketu.
How is retrograde status calculated?
It is determined from each planet's speed computed with the Swiss Ephemeris: a negative apparent speed in ecliptic longitude means the planet is retrograde (Vakri). This page recalculates it live.