The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

s t a r p o w e r APARSHAKTI

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20) ]

Make hay while the sun shines. Since your boss is pleased with your work, ask for a raise. Take care of your eyes. This is not the right time for romance. A short trip is on cards. Lucky colour: Deep red.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 21 ]

Your meticulous planning will help you stay ahead of others at work. Try and avoid quarrels at home, especially on Tuesday. If something is bothering you, discuss with family members. Lucky colour: Yellow.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

At work, you may have to take decisions in a hurry, but be tactful. Personal matters might cause stress and lead to debate. Your financial situation will improve dramatically. Lucky colour: Bottle green.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

Professional projects may show a steady progress after Monday. Your goals are mostly larger than life, try to be realistic. Take a weekend break. Stomach ailments could bother you. Lucky colour: Grey.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 23 ]

Be patient as far as relationships are concerned or you may lose the trust of your beloved. Business travel is on cards. If you are planning to buy a house, do so now. Lucky colour: Orange.

Virgo
[ Aug 24 to Sept 22 ]

Sun square Uranus promises recognition. You will meet all deadlines and be appreciated at work. This will also pave the way for a promotion. There will be harmony at home; be happy! Lucky colour: Black.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 23 ]

A delayed payment may worry you, but money will come from unexpected quarters. Listen to your intuition in matters of heart. Be wary of friends who may try to influence you. Lucky colour: Brown.

Scorpio
[Oct 24 to Nov 22 ]

Business is booming and profits are on the rise, but you worry that nothing has been achieved. Delaying a project because too much work is involved is a bad idea. Lucky colour: Pink.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 23

A seemingly lost cause will work out in your favour. Financial problems will be sorted out with a cheque coming your way. Time to take a break and recharge your energies. Lucky colour: White.

Capricorn
[Dec 24 to Jan 20]

Several issues will irk you. On the financial front, it’s not hunky dory. You may want to appear detached in the presence of your friends when you are feeling low. Lucky colour: Crimson.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 18 ]

It will be a stressful week at the office with too much work. Social events will keep you busy. An old flame will contact you but you should stay away. Lucky colour: Saffron.

Pisces
[Feb 19 to March 20 ]

You will be hot on the social circuit. Relatives may drop in on a surprise visit. Those in the creative field will be praised at work. Be wary of crafty colleagues. Lucky colour: Fuchsia.

Birthdays

August 5
Work-wise, a good year ahead. Financially, you are feeling secure. Health of spouse may need attention. Students will get admission in the course of their choice. Focus on spiritual discourses. Peace and stability during September-October.

August 6
An auspicious year for professionals. September & November are good for selling property. Profitable year for those in import export. September is good for applying for visa. A relative or a close friend may generate confusion or problems in December. Your patience will pay off.

August 7
Mercury brings new opportunities. Health of spouse may need attention in January. September is good for purchasing property. A legal matter may go against you. Love life is controversial. Focus on career matters.

August 8
Year of ups and downs. Cash flows in from hard work. Educational matters are favourable till April-end. Working women should avoid job change. Good things come through home, family and property. Avoid major changes in January.

August 9
A comfortable year for those in love. Foreign travel foreseen in August. Property matters seem bright. New projects come to hand in the end of this year. Unexpected developments likely. Career wise; a period of renewed optimism.

August 10
A comfortable year for home life and romance. Property matters are bright in October. Avoid new business moves. House change indicated in December-January.

August 11
Hectic year for businessmen. For lovers, chance of marriage soon Avoid signing partnership deeds between September 15 and December 27. Job seekers find uncertainty. August-September will find you working hard but sans material gain. Avoid partnership.

sacred days

August 5: Ganesh Chatrurthi fast, Moon rise at 09:03pm
August 7: Panchak ends at 01:16am, Chandan shashthi fast, Moon rise at 10:15pm
August 9: Krishna Janamashtmi fast (Smarth), Durvashtmi fast
August 10: Krishna Janamashtmi fast (Vaishnav), Gokulashtmi
August 11: Gugga navami

lucky days

Investment: Monday
Entertainment: Sunday
Meditation/ Donation: Thursday
Love & Romance: Friday