The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Sunday, May 4, 2003, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R
May 4 to May 10

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

The pressure of work is not likely to decrease. If you streamline your methods of working, there can be a qualitative change in your life. You will benefit from changes.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

You seem to be on the horns of dilemma at the moment. Your stars advise you to seek the opinion of a few like-minded people and then proceed. Do not be impulsive.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Your financial fortunes are likely to improve. This week might give you the opportunity to do a good deed. Someone who is going through a rough patch could benefit from your help.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

Your lucky stars are lining up to support and bless you. You can afford to be confident. You can impress other people with your exceptional abilities. Monday is a good day to have fun.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

The pace of progress, especially at work, could slow down to some extent. You are warned against excessive ambition. Gird up your loins to attain the best. Think and then think again, before you proceed.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

As a shrewd and capable Virgoan never make the mistake of spending beyond your means. The time is not good for lending, shopping, bargaining or chasing instant profits. Wednesday is an expensive day for you.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

An exalted Venus could turn the tables in your favour. You will be able to leave your rivals far behind. Venus, your key planet at the moment, is all set to pave the way to success and joy.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

The approach to people in your day-to-day dealings should be warm and delightful. Much will depend on how you get along with people you work or live with. They deserve to be pampered and not alienated.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

You will expect help and support from your dear and near ones. Emotionally, you have nothing to lose but may lose your initiative. Listen to your intuition to make foolproof choices.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

You may feel that other people are getting away with a lot and it is time to take a stand against them. However, the best course is to let sleeping dogs lie.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

Apart from the fact that you are greatly in demand at the work front, you will have to do your bit at home as well. It will be ideal if you keep the weekend for enjoyment.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

Hostile stars may cause a few upsets. You will find cordiality and cooperation missing from the scene. If in service, you will have to deal with shirkers.

Born on

May 4

A progressive and outstanding year. You will be attending to those nuts-and-bolts issues which are important but at the same time easy to forget. Your wisdom and knowledge will be so extensive that these will be subdue your whims and prejudices, if any. If you are facing a major decision, you will choose the best possible option. You will think, plan and act with so much precision that nothing will be left to chance. Expect much greater success in your work during the end part.

May 5

With an exalted moon in the house of finance, you should prepare to receive recognition and praise. Your ideas will be quite mature and you will grow in stature. Even your ambitious plans will meet with success. If you are on the lookout for a suitable life partner, you will be able to make a good choice and that too in a short time.

The best period will be from September onwards. Make sure that you keep the flow of communication open either by mail or telephone.

May 6

An exalted Mars seated in the 10th house is shot in your arm. It shows you are reaching a turning point. You have perhaps not enjoyed life to your fill so far. The time has now arrived to see you in the best spirits of health and happiness.

Those in professions will receive rewards for jobs well done.

May 7

An alarming increase in your routine expenditure is the indication from stars that happen to be at the helm of financial affairs. Despite your best efforts to step up your income, there will be no change for the better in your financial situation. Domestic liabilities will weigh heavy on you for most of the time. You could, however, plan to cash in on the generosity of a friend or a relative but that too will cost you in the long run. Patience seems to be the only answer.

May 8

You can expect the incoming year to be exciting, socially and professionally. You will be meeting people, and developing your contacts with them on a much wider scale. Friends and associates will be more responsive and affable. Jupiter, your lucky star, is exalted and there is no doubt that the year will be a memorable one.

A spell of good luck is on its way during the first quarter. The pace of events may speed up during the second. The emphasis should be on love during the third. You are not going to look back during the last one.

May 9

Contradictions, dilemmas and ill-will from your rivals shall dominate the scene. Your stars will keep you on your toes both at work and at home. You will also be moving fast to overtake your rivals but the chances of success are few.

All work and no play may wear you out during the first quarter. Beware of fair-weather friends during the second. There are chances that you could catch an infection during the third. Take some time off and refresh yourself during the last one.

May 10

The stars governing your home and family affairs look fairly refulgent. If you are unmarried and are in search of a spouse, you may meet someone special this year. If you are already married then this year could see the birth of a child.

Expect a marked increase in your earning capacity during the first quarter. A crucial matter hanging fire could be amicably resolved during the second. It is wrong to meddle in an issue which is none of your business during the third. Keep a strict eye on your target to avoid any mishaps during the last one.