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January 8
With the Sun, Mercury and Pluto, all occupying the sign of Jupiter, the spotlight will be on your house of luck. You will convince anyone of anything. The road is clear for a march ahead. The additional skills you develop will stand you in good stead, both professionally as well as socially. Saturn in the eighth house, however, may create a few problems but you will gain if you face these problems with courage.

January 9
If bogged down by work and responsibilities, you must try to lighten the load. Your concern for others is commendable but you must not ignore your own comforts. If you have some health problem, you must ensure that you receive the best possible medical aid. If required, take a break from work. You will do your bit to spread goodwill and help those in need.

January 10
Mars, in the house of intellect, favours financial success. Support from people may enhance your prestige and stature. Your efforts to maintain a balanced policy regarding your finances could attract praise from those around you. You are going to turn a new leaf. March and April are rewarding months for consolidating your financial position. Hard work and strength of character will come as a shot in your arm.

January 11
With Mercury in the house of expenditure, you will spend more than your usual limit. If you want to speculate or feel inclined to try any game of chance, be sure to limit your stakes to sums you can afford to lose. This is a period when you feel tempted to change your mind more often. All that you feel is valuable should not be taken at its face value. Be careful as appearances are deceptive.

January 12
An action packed year. You would like to do things on your own rather than going in for group activities or seeking others’ help. You need to put down the misconception that you are nicely placed while others are in the dark. The odds against you could persist for more time. You are warned to tread financial deals more carefully from April to July. Insignificant or superfluous matters will consume your time during August-September. Constraints will, however, slacken during the end part.

January 13
A fairly balanced year. Enthusiasm and spontaneity are your outstanding features. You will continue to maintain your reputation in letter and spirit. A worthwhile opening is on its way. A flexible attitude on your part can deliver the goods. A new idea will catch your fancy during the first quarter. A unique opportunity will come your way during the second. Prospects of a new link up may arise during the third. A tendency to stress yourself should, however, be avoided during the last one.

January 14
Your desire to earn more money may tempt you to go abroad in search of greener pastures. It is a good year for learning new skills and equipping yourself with wisdom and information. Legal affairs will require a much greater effort to ensure a favourable outcome. If you are being pressed to lend money, just learn to say ‘no’ to avoid repenting later. This is not the time to sit back and rest on your laurels.