The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Sunday, September 28, 2003, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R
September 28 to October 4

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

You are basking under the protective umbrella of Mars. You will exhibit what is best about your character — courage and determination. If you work with diligence you can achieve anything.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

With Venus ruling supreme, you will be generous and accommodating. You will extend a helping hand towards other people and, thus, earn their goodwill. Investments you make in people will pay later.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Mercury appears to be your most promising star at the moment. It will speed up your progress. You will gather fresh information, come across new opportunities and broaden your horizons.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

You may have done well in the past but that should not make you complacent. If you seek change for its own sake, it could land you in trouble. Take any step only after careful thought.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

Your financial stars have adopted a favourable position. This doesn’t mean that you are going to be showered it with riches, but you can expect generosity from your seniors or those in authority.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

One by one, the benefic stars have stolen a march over the malefic ones. It does not matter what your aims are but you can expect rewards far exceeding your expectations.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

As ill-luck would have it, you have ceased to be in driving seat. You have to depend on what your associates say. Your dependence on others for result may irk you.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

Mars is about to cause a steep decline in your financial fortunes. Both at work and at home, you will have to face disappointments. Your hard-earned money deserves to be spent cautiously rather than being wasted.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

A sudden revival of an old relationship, a pleasant encounter with a celebrity, and fun and frolic are some of the things you can look forward to this week. Life will be more colourful with each passing day.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

This week happens to be a stimulating one. Sale-purchase of stocks, funding, bargaining and even speculating could stand you in good stead. Saturday happens to be your best day to close financial deals.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

You will make your presence felt in your social circle. From now on there will be no looking back for you. Emotional relationships, however, cannot be taken for granted.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

Travelling at odd hours could be tiring. The best solution is to make your peace with all those who irk you. Things, however, seem cool and cosy for those in media and sports.

Born on

September 28

A Virgoan sun sighted by an amicable Mars is pushing you forward, urging you to prove your worth. Don’t turn down invitations on the plea that you have no time. You must try to strike a balance between leisure and pleasure. This will reduce your boredom and lethargy.

From November onwards, your professional life may become much more smooth. You will gain wisdom and experience. The demands of your dear and near ones will be quite reasonable.

September 29

With moon having stepped into her fall, a change in your attitude, beliefs and values becomes inevitable. So firm is your belief in your infallibility that you seem sure that you can do no wrong.

There should be more freedom on the work front. You should try to learn a new skill. Keep an open mind and consider all suggestions that come your way even if you feel it is still premature to act on them.

September 30

You will continue to pursue activities that appeal to your intellect. This period is especially rewarding for all those who are interested in politics. Don’t worry if your social life proves a drain on your purse.

Don’t try to foist your will on others. A short trip to a nearby place may prove more than a rewarding long journey. You will be less willing to indulge in gossips or other futile activities. A cautious approach while spending is a must.

October 1

The new year promises a good start. You will be riding on the wings of energy and enthusiasm. Your stars reveal that there will be a lot of hustle and bustle around you. If you are participating in games, sports or some other competitive activity, you will stand to gain. Perhaps you have utilised only a fraction of your talent and there will be ample scope for you to hit the peak. There are no two opinions that you are on firm ground now and the time is ripe to progress.

October 2

Your social stars are in no mood to oblige you. This is definitely no time to be a reticent and shy. Go out and seize the initiative. This is a good time to let your friends know that you are not a self-centred person.

Your stars advise you to play up your individuality and be a little more spontaneous than usual. You can persuade people to follow your foot steps and convince them that the time is right for dealing with problems.

October 3

You must keep a close watch over your finances. Unreasonable demands made by disgruntled souls will irk you. This is not likely to be a carefree period.

A combust Venus sighted by malefic stars inclines you to do some serious thinking to overcome your worries. You should take it easy. In matters of the heart, you are advised to act with maturity.

October 4

A well-starred period for aiming at new targets. Your balanced and wise handling of new developments will add charm to your personality. You will be in a more placid and happier frame of mind.

The Sun-Venus combine, followed by benefic stars, will incline you to aim high. Obstacles will not slow you down. Pleasant surprises, appearing one after another, will cheer you up. A good time for you is around mid-March when your urge to reorganise yourself will be quite intense.