The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R
August 20 to August 26

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

Be prepared for active social life. There will be warmth all around. The company of a new friend will give joy.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

A Cancerian Venus linked with the moon will bring smile. Love and laughter will abound. You can evolve your skills to persuade others to join you.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

The rising expenditure shows no sign of comeback. You may fail to tighten your purse strings. An opportunity you have been looking for could elude.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

The declining moon may compel you to be on the move. You will get joy in sight seeing and friendly interactions.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

The dignified Sun dominating your chart will bring joy. You will be welcomed with bouquets without raising your little finger. You will be rewarded for your sincerity.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

At times you try to sweep reality under the carpet. You are more after money than people think. Hang on to what you have saved.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

If someone has given you a cause to grouse, it may not have been done to settle old scores. Take it easy. If you pick up a fight, you may have to repent later.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

You will gain through the sale-purchase of stocks. Speculation will, however, not pay. Take advice on financial matters.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

Dismiss the notion that fate is everything. Learn to be up and doing and even seek help while in need. Focus on the areas you are well acquainted with.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

Saturn on ascendancy is on your side. You will be successful in whatever you do. You can get off to a flying start.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

You seem to have performed well but that should not make you complacent. Let it be clear that there will be no looking back for you, now onwards

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

Work and professional ambitions will be more promising. Some eligible Pisceans will tie the knot. You may receive a windfall as the week ends.

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August 20

A friend, who had been away since long, will surprise you by showing up. Oversensitive relatives who have been causing irritation will not pose any problem. You may have to spend on relatives much against your wishes. September promises to be a joyous month for outdoor activities. There will be love, laughter and happiness at home during November-December. Friends or relatives could play a key role in improving your finances during March-April.

August 21

The dignified Moon at the centre makes you watchful of your expenditure. At work, you will make changes by interacting with people of integrity. You will reduce routine chores to the minimum. Tie up loose ends during the first quarter. At work, your employers will expect you to handle more than your share of responsibility during the second. A spending plan may be held back during the third. Do not jmp to hasty conclusions during the last one.

August 22

Listen to others, especially your friends, more seriously. It is unfair to blame someone who has done nothing to annoy you. Your tendency to look down upon people may hurt your reputation. People around you will be unwilling to hear what you have to say and might even misunderstand you.

August 23

The dominant Mercury will energise you to steal a march over your rivals. Pres sures at work seem to decrease. If you have a point to make or a case to argue, go ahead. Your social life will be in full bloom during the first quarter. Don’t involve yourself in more than one issue during the second. An enjoyable journey awaits you during the third. Your impression as a reliable friend will be hailed during the last one.

August 24

The Libran Jupiter moving at a stupendous speed urges you to shift into top gear. Whatever you achieve will be due to your own efforts. You will concentrate on practical issues. Partnership matters lying in the lurch could be taken care of from September onwards. You may expect generosity from high ups during November and December. Your romantic aspirations could be stable during March. Future will appear more optimistic during the end part.

August 25

Delays and setbacks could cripple your progress for more time. Not a favourable time for new experiments. As October gets underway, a big dose of expenditure will shake you up with a bang. Your desire to visit a place of your choice will not be fulfilled. Buying, selling, funding, lending and investing will be at a discount. You will realise that hard work pays during the last one.

August 26

The combust Mercury moving closer to Saturn makes you aggressive. You will be misled about the integrity of close associates. The uncertainty of events could raise questions. You may lose your cool more often during the first quarter. Keep an eye over your wallet during the second. Your working life will improve during the third. Take care of your health during the last quarter.