The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R
December 17 to December 23

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

Be on your guard, while dealing with a Libran or Aquarian or else they can harm you. A tie-up with a Cancerian and a Piscean will stand you in good stead.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

There is nothing you cannot achieve during the week. If you don’t act now, you may never get such a chance again.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Mercury, your sign-star, is in a jubilant mood. What seemed elusive will appear to be a clean walkover. You will not let your rivals steal the show.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

The declining moon heading towards her fall indicates you will act first and think about the consequences later. The overall situation will remain uncertain.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

What once appeared definite is now shrouded in mystery. You will be confused with the changing situation. It will take a while for everything to become clear.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

The stars governing your destiny are toning you up while ironing out those emotional wrinkles.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

Your native sign is in the grip of two malefic stars with one promoting quick money schemes and the other opposing it. There will be financial uncertainty.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

A spell of good luck will greet you. A modest effort on your part will ensure success. Tuesday happens to be your best day for adventurous pursuits.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

There will be a possibility of an economic boom. The world you have imagined until now is going to become real.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

A splendid time for improving ties with colleagues. Be prepared to make the best use of goodwill. Don’t turn down interesting and useful invitations.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

Being alert, there is no fear you could be taken for granted. You will march ahead if you make compromise and cooperation as your watchwords.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

Do not adopt ‘a devil may care’ attitude towards issues that need contemplation. You will have to delve deep.

Born on

December 17
You may have to do some serious thinking to put to rest the rumours against you or your work. You will recast your strategy in the light of new experience during the first quarter. There is need to reassess your economy with greater insight during the second. There are chances of your committing a mistake or neglecting a responsibility during the third.

December 18
Your passion for adventure and attempt to shoulder a challenging task can land you in a delicate situation. A weak Moon, sighted by malefic stars, is a great impediment and will dampen your enthusiasm. There will be no easy escape out of the crises. Home and family affairs will keep you on tenterhooks. Your associates may try to pester you or put you in the wrong from February. Travel and social encounters will help you gain experience.

December 19
The dignified Mars holding a key position in your solar chart may bring a add charm to your dull life. With your social horizons fast expanding, you will brim with hope. At work, you will prove your worth and earn the reputation of being a person of wisdom and integrity. You will prefer to choose intellectual wealth over monetary gains. June and July are, however, ill-starred months. Your progress will be hampered but you will manage to settle matters soon after. September and October are your finest months on more than one count.

December 20
You would like to offer incentives or convey displeasure to the people when you try to get them to do as you wish. You will have to make an effort to find out where your imagination ends and reality begins. You may find it difficult to tackle delicate situations, but you will not lose heart. From March, your mood will change and you will be optimistic about things. There will be very few chances of encountering any tricky situation.

December 21
The year spells grand success but it will be achieved with lot of hard work. You will, however, succeed only partially. There is no point in aspiring for something beyond your reach. A free hand at work does not mean you should act arbitrarily and cause hardships to others. It is better to seek their cooperation and work as a team.

December 22
A strong and youthful Venus heading towards ascendancy will pave the way for a prosperous future despite hardships. You will be in love with life and may leave no stone unturned to make it full of joy. An auspicious time to undertake a pleasure trip and visit a new country. You may widen your circle and establish new contacts.

December 23
Saturn encourages you to be more obstinate and full of anger. You have much to boast about but must appreciate the virtues of humility, good behaviour and balanced outlook. At one moment, you will touch new heights, while at the next you will descend down in the dumps.