The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R
July 16 to July 22

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

Mars, your main star, has shaken off its debilitation. You feel fit and full of energy. You will find it easier to wind up your backlog.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

Your willpower is at test with opposing planets influencing you. One is encouraging you to look forward to a smoother ride while the other urges you to stay on.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

With the combust Mercury at the helm you will have to wrestle with a near impossible task. Despite trying your best, you may fail to cut any ice.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

You are likely to make shrewd investments and pick tempting bargain. You are poised to win hands down whatever you aim at.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

The Sun encircled by Mercury and Saturn predicts a change in your mood. You are a strong-willed person but the pressures can undermine your confidence.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

Your social costs are set to spiral with you spending money on your friends. Think before you take your next step. Be cautious of the unfamiliar.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

You need to be more vigilant. A Cancerian will be clever enough to put you off. A tie up with a Taurean or a Virgoan is like catching the moon.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

Your malefic stars have stolen a march over the benefic ones. You will be attracted to glamour. Act with caution.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

Rising expenditure may upset the apple cart. The unreasonable demands of your inmates will continue to soar. Thursday will be your most expensive day.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

Your stars predict a negative trend. Do not wait and watch. The moment you slacken your grip, someone else will steal a march over you.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

Keep travel plans to the minimum and check every detail. Do not take unnecessary risk. Try to tie up the loose ends.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

Shake off your ego to mend a waning relationship. You can convince those gone astray that you are their best hope. Settle differences on Thursday.

Born on

July 16

A trio consisting of the Sun, Mercury and Saturn indicates the advent of a sluggish and demanding year. You will feel squeezed between professional and social obligations. You may find that an opportunity has slipped out of your hands or it was too late to act. As September gets underway, your self-confidence will be on trial. You will have to take the blame on yourself if things go wrong. Avoid being drawn into arguments during November-December. Limit your activities to achieve better results.

July 17

With the dominant Moon at the centre, sighted by Jupiter a new dawn is about to break. There will be joy all around. You seem all set to achieve your aims. Your efficiency and wisdom will come into full play. Your energy level will soar high from September. You will catch the attention of those who have been on a different wavelength. There will be harmony at work and you will be hailed as a star performer.

July 18

There will be an overdose of work besides an exuberant steller influence. You are on your way to acquire complete financial self-sufficiency. Some unexpected gains through bargain, investment and sale and purchase of stocks could shape your financial affairs. Hope and cheer will prevail during the first quarter. A new ally could be won over during the second. A spurt in expenditure could be a drain on your purse during the third. Be wary of strangers during the last one.

July 19

Your urge to do away with dull monotony and repetition will be overpowering. Mercury, in an excessively defiant mood, reveals a threat to your finances. The shortage of funds will become a major irritant during the first quarter. Don’t pin your hopes on unrealised dreams during the second. A close friend may keep you in the dark during the third. Expect some marked improvement in your financial fortunes during the last one.

July 20

A large-scale gathering of planets in the ascendant indicates that you will receive a close friend’s generosity. Your social life will remain full of glamour and ecstasy. There is ample scope for new linkups during September and October. Life will take a turn for the better during November-December. You will test your luck on a much wider scale during March and April. Avoid striking new deals during the last quarter.

July 21

A weak Mercury locked between the Sun and Saturn predicts more expenditure. Despite efforts, there will be little increase in income. The demands of those close to you will be unreasonable. The high-spending phase will remain in full swing from August. Too much activity may confuse you during November-December. It is, however, unwise not to change the style of your functioning.

July 22

The current planetary set up will incline you to experiment with new ways of managing your affairs . Time-saving devices of increasing efficiency could enhance your prestige. It is the best period for progress and improving your lifestyle. Try to cash in on every opportunity that comes your way. You will push yourself too hard during the first quarter. Your inherent virtues will be far more evident during the second. You will set a new record of your achievements during the latter half.