The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

s t a r p o w e r APARSHAKTI

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20) ]

Avoid partying, and concentrate on career and future. Be wary of a colleague who creates problems between you and your juniors. Take a weekend off to revitalise. Avoid road-side food on Friday. Lucky colour: Aqua blue.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 21 ]

Beware of people who may use you to get to the top at work. Be patient while taking decisions about personal life. Deal with elders tactfully. A guest may gate-crash your hospitality. Lucky colour: Turquoise.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Some minor changes in work duties. Accept new ideas, even if these come from others, to get ahead in life. An addition in the family soon. Good news on the cards. Lucky colour: Purple.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

A smooth week on professional and personal front. Don’t refuse a friend who may need a loan. Avoid spending unnecessarily on shopping. Focus on yoga & exercise. Lucky colour: Wine red.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 23 ]

Your business acumen and diplomatic skills will earn you accolades from seniors. Property matters may need personal attention. A trip on cards. Beware of strangers on Wednesday. Lucky colour: Peach.

Virgo
[ Aug 24 to Sept 22 ]

Be open with colleagues if you wish to earn their trust. Those facing a financial crunch should cut down on expenses. An overseas trip likely. Take care of stomach. Lucky colour: Navy blue.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 23 ]

Overlook trivial issues and avoid confrontation at work. Those in a relationship need to express themselves better. Look after teeth. An old friend may need help on Thursday. Be supportive. Lucky colour: White.

Scorpio
[Oct 24 to Nov 22 ]

Time to take important decisions on the professional front. Use tact and patience to deal with untoward incidents. Beware of empty promises concerning business associates. Lucky colour: Peacock green.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 23

You might face some disappointments in office; these are only trivial. Strictly monitor the cash outflow. Be secretive about your feelings. Avoid confrontations on Tuesday. Lucky colour: Grey.

Capricorn
[Dec 24 to Jan 20]

Friends may try to interface in your personal life. You will be able to make career changes. Plan your life to avoid the inbuilt delays that come your way. Lucky colour: Yellow.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 18 ]

Your romantic intentions may be misunderstood on Tuesday. Take responsibility for your own actions. Avoid long-term agreements; if possible. Stay open to quick changes. Lucky colour: Pink.

Pisces
[Feb 19 to March 20 ]

Avoid loose talk at work as someone shall carry tales just when you are building focus. A long-term relation with co-worker may improve greatly. Trust your heart and intuition rather than confusion. Lucky colour: Black.

Birthdays

August 26
Your success in all ventures is assured. Residence change foreseen at year-end. Heavy home expenditure makes you frustrated. Encouragement from unexpected quarter will strengthen your moral. Romance is favoured.

August 27
Sun sextile Jupiter brings happiness in love life. Avoid purchasing property till December 27. Models/ artists sign new contracts. Keep ambition plans under wraps for sometimes. Hurried actions and judgments can lead to chaos; be patient.

August 28
Those interested in setting up a new business will be able to do so. Home and family life will be congenial. Your inclination in spirituality and healthy food is revived in September-October. December is speculative for share brokers and commission agents.

August 29
You will have new responsibility in January, February. Guard against internal interference in love life. Good job offer in November foreseen. Health is normal with the blessing of Mercury. Compromise; if you don’t want to feel isolated.

August 30
Profitable year for students, professionals and businessmen. December is good for applying for visa. Politicians are in the lime light in February, March. Avoid speculative gains in June-July. Finances could look up but then so could expenses.

August 31
Mercury sextile Mars brings unexpected changes in your career. Health-wise, no worry. Love stars wave. Students appearing for competitive exams will fare well. Those thinking of overseas journey will get opportunities.

September 1
A modest effort will bring dramatic career changes. Students will get admission in course of choice. Work tension could spoil your health in November. In legal matters; try to compromise out of court.

sacred days

August 26: Gandmoola
August 27: Purushotma ekadashi fast
August 29: Pradosh fast
August 30: Panchak starts at 05:22pm
August 31: Bhadrpad purnima, Satyanarayan purnima

lucky days

Investment: Saturday/Monday.
Entertainment: Wednesday.
Meditation/ Donation: Friday.
Love & Romance: Sunday.