The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Wednesday, January 9, 2002, Chandigarh, India

T O D A Y ' S F O R E C A S T by Ayushmaan

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

Lie low and avoid confrontations. This is time to go for a medical check-up of your child. Long-term investment may mature. Women: avoid strangers. Sportspersons are in the limelight. Be gentle with subordinates. 2 gets lucky.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

Happy day for doing what you please. Theatre/film personalities: a new coverage disturbs you. Lovers: avoid conflicts. This is the time to confess the truth. A journey helps sorting out a problem, 4 gets lucky.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

This is an important day for background activities. Secret meeting with influential people will go off particularly well. Today your boss may promises for a salary increase in the near future. Pink is lucky colour.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

Jupiter open the door for a new job offer. Professionally a good day. Avoid making partnership deals. Lovers: a good day for introducing your beloved to your parents. 3 is lucky number.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

Today Moon’s alignment with Mercury suggests lively and restless atmosphere. Businessmen: you can make a secret deal or alliance that could be very lucrative. Discussions could work out very well. Red makes you charming.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

Keep your spirits up putting forward a cheerful face. Not a good day for travel. Look at stocks, saving certificates you hold. Creativity shines. Students: enjoy cheerful moments in the campus. 6 gets lucky.

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TERCENTENARY CELEBRATIONS

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

Now is the time to sit at home moping. Real estate transaction should not be started. Sudden travel could disturb certain plans. BP patients: get more rest. A long awaited issue finally gets settled. Keep your beloved gleeful.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

It is a day to forget worries of the work. Romance is likely to much in your mind. Uncooperative family members will throw a spanner in your life. Sportsmen may feel restless. Enjoy at your expenses. 8 is your fortunate number.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

A loved may annoy you on a trifle. No work pressure at all. Friends will be easy going and willing to fall in love with your plans. Property matters are highlighted. Eligible: a good proposal coming your way.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

Best day to get things done by people in power. You will get an opportunity to become a member of an important club. Family affairs run along smoothly. Guard against mischievous interference. 6 gets lucky.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

There may be some irksome at home front. New attractions are likely to be serious. Do not try to make money the easy way. The second half day favours social work. Women drivers: follow all safety rules.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

There are powerful forces working in a deceptive way. Venus lady of love may bring happy emotions news to night. Do not make snap decisions. Mutually held funds must not be disturbed without your consent. 2 gets lucky.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY (9th JANUARY): A Jupiter-Pluto combine will encourage you to aim high in professional life. February and July are good months for selling property. Court case goes against you. Expectant mothers may be blessed with a male child. Love life will flourish especially in October — November.