The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

Y O U R D A T E W I T H S T A R
May 6 to May 12

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20 ]

A mildly convenient week as it may let you shake off your boredom and fatigue by remaining off work on one pretext or the other. An exceptional meeting with a new face could be another attraction.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 20 ]

Socialising will be on the top of your agenda. Some Taureans would want to expand their circle of friends and you are most probably one of them.

Gemini
[ May 21 to June 21 ]

Your secretive tendencies may become stronger than ever before. Despite keeping your personal activities under cover, a romantic secret will be out of the bag instantly.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

A minor financial maze may spring up as soon as the new week rings in but the end result will not be thoroughly disgusting. From now on, you will be more inclined to think before rushing in where angels fear to tread.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 22 ]

For all strong-willed Leos, broadening of horizons becomes a must. There is no better way than pursuing a new interest or teaming up with groups of like-minded people. Someone, somewhere is about to do you a good turn indeed.

Virgo
[ Aug 23 to Sept 22 ]

You will be focusing your mind on higher values of life. Areas that are sure to benefit from current stars include education, legal matters and travel. Travel or holiday plans should be on top of your agenda.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 22 ]

Friday-born Librans are liberal from top to toe. The well being of Geminians and Virgoans will be close to their hearts. Cancerians are Scorpios are hard nuts to be cracked. Your making peace with them has no meaning.

Scorpio
[Oct 23 to Nov 22 ]

The emphasis lies on celebrations, pleasure jaunts and merry-making. It is a sparkling week to enjoy the company of carefree friends. The only snag is that they may expect you to pay for them also.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 22]

You will feel inclined to play a risky game in haste. It can recoil on you. Buying, selling, funding, or investing may need more care and caution.

Capricorn
[Dec 23 to Jan 20]

Your flair for improving your professional acumen will be more than average this time. You could contemplate making purchases that you have had to put on hold. Life’s twists and turns cannot, however, be taken for granted.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 19 ]

You seem to be mildly stressed due to an alarming rise in your day-to-day expenditure. Hurdles, delays and setbacks may also dampen your mood. It is high time you subdued your craze to show off.

Pisces
[Feb 20 to March 20 ]

One seldom finds all aspects of life running smoothly. The trend of stars has rarely been so stimulating. You may soon get a great opportunity to reap the reward of your good deeds.

Born on

May 6

Hope and cheer may brighten your spirits. Your wisdom shall subdue your doubts and you will make a mark in your area of expertise. People you live or work with will be more amenable and tolerant than ever before. Don’t feel upset if your social life becomes a drain on your purse. You seem all set to achieve your aims after July.

May 7

A million-dollar question that confronts you now is how to get your calibre recognised. You may have to be on your toes both at work and at home. A promising opportunity you have been on the look out for could slip through your fingers. Although the general trend of events is not moving your way, don’t allow your disturbed state of mind to cloud your judgement. This will help you to regain confidence and distinguish between what is important and what is to be ignored.

May 8

Nothing should be beyond your grasp. If you are gearing yourself up to undertake a Herculean task, the time has arrived when you can try your luck and make headway. The period to make your presence felt shall start from September onwards. Try to minimise job-related stress so that you are able to cope with challenging situations.

May 9

Your rivals have had their day and now it is your turn to sparkle. You will have a deeper grasp over facts. The emphasis lies on gaining knowledge. The best time of the year is between May and September. An upswing in your social life will keep you in good humour. You will be in a much better frame of mind to face ground realities and act with a free mind.

May 10

A year of mixed trends. Your inclination to spend and your preference to go in for luxuries will increase but your income is not likely to increase in the same ratio. Despite ample care and caution, certain unavoidable compulsions, including hospitality, entertainment, healthcare and the welfare of your relatives, could prove to be a big burden. There is, however, a silver lining in the cloud.

May 11

An exceptionally hectic year. There will be less suspicion about the intentions of your associates. Excessive expenditure, no doubt, can alarm you for the moment but you will have no regrets. You may be spending for a cause close to your heart. A kind gesture towards a needy friend could raise your stature in the eyes of the people around you. In love also you can shape events to suit your mood and sensibility.

May 12

Everything may not proceed smoothly. If you let people exploit you, it could recoil on you any moment. You may have to do some serious thinking to set your own house in order. The key factor, however, is not to feel shy and diffident but to assert vehemently to make others conscious of their obligations in letter and in spirit.