The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R S

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

Dominant Mars may awaken in you a strong urge to move out. A close friend may persuade you to be generous with your money.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

A new dawn is about to break. Map out a strategy on right lines to benefit from the situation. Move swiftly to take advantage.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Even if you can't suffer fools don't explode, as all concerned will respond in kind. However, let old wounds heal than risk causing new ones.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

With moon on decline, expenditure may rise sharply. If you refuse to curb your spending spree, you can invite financial trouble.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

Dignified Sun may exhort you to be active and assertive. You will remain unstoppable. Unlimited fame awaits you.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

This week's stars beneficial to the Virgoans with creative pursuits and artistic hobbies. They may be a little overworked in the process. Go easy on food and drinks.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

You won't have much time to yourself during this week. So minimise your agenda. Grab chances of relaxation. For singles, soul mate may be on the way.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

Contrary to your reputation, you may lose temper over trifles. Your stars advise you to be polite, and composed.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

People you live with or are related to are not responsible for holding you back. Rather you may have used them as an excuse to avoid facing reality.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

Your working sector resembles the game of chess. You may have to behave like a stick in the mud. No collaborative enterprise can be of any help to you.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

Your efficiency and sincerity may change the prevailing scenario in your favour. Buying, selling, funding, and investing may stand in good stead. Don't lag behind while bargaining.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

You are likely to be heaped with insurmountable work but the benefits that accrue will be good for you.

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August 24

With the sun gaining a momentum, you can expect a domestic ambition to culminate. Your mood is gradually changing for the better. You will stand to gain, if involved in a legal battle or pursuing an educational ambition. Foreign connections and an overseas travel on cards. Be mentally prepared for a pleasant surprise. A friend may solve personal problem. Focus on your strength and shun inappropriate advice.

August 25

A Geminian Moon in the house of income indicates a professional turn around. Shrug off petty considerations and keep emotions in check. Pay special attention to a friend who has been taken for granted. Don't be taken in by unrealistic promises. Stand up to protect your rights and stick to your guns when challenged.

August 26

With Mars sighted by Rahu you have no reason to boast about yourself. Your main strength is your professional acumen. If you work diligently, you will be able to reap the rewards at the appropriate time. Life may not go your way from September to December. The benefits due to you could also remain elusive during March-April. You will, however, keep the show running during the last one.

August 27

You will try to improve your financial fortunes. Your grasp of facts will be more accurate. You will not compromise with something that is below your standard. You will like to act more ambitiously. Socialising and merry-making should be at the top of your agenda from September onwards. You will remain in much greater demand in November-December. You can expect some pleasant happenings during February-March. The rest of the period will pave the way for your future success.

August 28

Stars governing home and family look fairly refulgent. So you can pursue your ambitious programme with ease. The situation demands that you should now be pushing yourself in public life. You can expect some sort of commanding role. If aspiring for an electoral office, the chances of success are there. You can shape events to your advantage.

August 29

You are obliging but at certain occasions you can be a strict disciplinarian also. A feeling that could also go around is that you sometimes judge people too harshly. You should be more tolerant with the people you deal with or live with. Your energy level may increase from December onwards. You will develop links and open new channels of social achievement. You are not going to look back from now on.

August 30

You will have more responsibilities. With hopes for future prosperity on the rise, make your presence felt. You will lay the past to rest and start over with a clean slate. Be careful not to repose blind faith in friends. Lady luck will start smiling on you, if you become self-dependent. Your stars advise you to guard your secrets.