The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

s t a r p o w e r APARSHAKTI

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

Avoid snapping at people. Utilise the time to strengthen bond with loved ones. A good time to design strategies by being in the state of no action. Friday is good to make plans. Lucky colour: Peach.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

Setting expectations too high is not useful. Love, career and family are intertwined with pleasing results. Joy and the fun continue. A good news on the cards. Lucky colour: Peacock blue.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Distorted ideas and plans will not contribute to your success. Sort husk from the grain to attain a clear view of projected happenings. Avoid roadside food. Lucky colour: Golden brown.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

High gains for those who take high risks. Shed inhibitions of losing your identity by being an inconsequential part of a bigger frame. Relationships will be in a mess. A good balancing act will help. Lucky colour: White.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

Entertainment, wining and dining, outings pleasures and trips are all there for you. You deserve it, so enjoy. Creativity and spontaneity are highlighted this week. Lucky colour: Grey.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

Expect solutions to impending problems. Unnecessary hurdles will vanish. You will begin to enjoy little things in life, which add to your amusement. Tying up loose ends will help plan effectively. Lucky colour: Crimson.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

Your energy levels are high as you see gains on the work front. Demonstrate your managerial skills by delegating authority to subordinates. All lovers of good food will get to enjoy some delicacies. Lucky colour: Pink.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

Monday is relaxing. Time to relish the fruit of hard work. Trivial issues may bother you on the relationship front. Avoid confrontations and relinquish arguments. Take time off to rejuvenate yourself. Lucky colour: Yellow.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

Success calls for celebration and merriment. Push yourself independently as far as possible. Do not make important decisions on the spur of the moment. Lucky colour: Burgundy.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

Luxuries and good times are coming your way. You will bounce back with vigour and grace. Unveil your brighter side and adopt a flamboyant approach in relationships. Lucky colour: Sea green.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

You will exhibit elegance as you move into a more confident phase. Affectionate friends will surround you as and when you need them. A high from a recent achievement will make you splurge. Lucky colour: Turquoise.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

Time to celebrate the success of a challenging project. Your creative indulgence with the same will be highlighted and rewarded. Explore avenues to enhance knowledge related to your work. Lucky colour: Deep red.

birthdays

August 15
You will make money in the long run and have better prospects. Students may travel abroad. Health problem of spouse may create trouble in August. If facing problems, talk to a friend whose name starts with M or R.

August 16
Those thinking of starting their own business will get the necessary support. Some of you will plan to go abroad in August-September. Love life is controversial. High income but management lapses may lead to a loss. Mind your diet during winters.

August 17
Regardless of other considerations, your star- inspired task will begin to pick up the pieces. You may want to get a new venture and let go of the present one. Businessmen would sign new profitable agreements in October.

August 18
There will be an increase in cash flow to meet requirement of guests, education and welfare of children. You may have to make some difficult choices in February-March. Spirituality beckons and you may be inclined to try and find out more about it.

August 19
Check the financial situation, especially if there are tricky domestic complications. Job seekers will get good offers in August-September. Get an annual health checkup. A romance is in the offing during October-November.

August 20
Look forward to a new beginning as financial issues settle and there is peace at home. Unexpected and sudden developments likely during December. Do not take your health for granted as old maladies recur in winter.

August 21
A comfortable year when you find more time for leisure, romance and household activities. Mercury sextile Venus brings progress and comfort during September-October. Unforeseen problem with a relative may crop up in November. Think twice before making commitments with loved ones.

Sacred days
August 15: Independence Day
August 16: Tulsi Dass jayanti
August 17: Durga ashtmi, Chintpurni-Chamunda devi Kangda fair
August 18: Gand moola starts at 6:52
August 19: Gand moola
August 20: Pavitra ekadashi fast, Gand moola ends at 10:07
August 21: Shani pradosh fast

Lucky days
Investment: Thursday
Entertainment: Monday
Meditation/Donation: Tuesday
Love and Romance: Sunday