Pisces

LIFE
You are rather cheesed off with the way things seem to be stuck in a complete rut this month, with everything seeming to drag. Avoid riding pillion, stick to safe topics, safe territory and people you are comfortable with. An eye-test should not be postponed. Beware of a friend who is actually two-faced.

LOVE
You are apt to be called a fool in love as you are blind to the faults of someone attractive. Guard your tongue and don't be tactless-you may never hear the end of it as you get an ulta chor kotwal ko daante lecture. Go easy on the wining and dining as romance needs a gestation period to grow. Avoid love letters.

STUDIES
You have the makings of a winner at studies as you concentrate and deliver beyond the requirements of your syllabus. Finance and Economics will be good areas to perform. Try to finish as much of your note-making as possible, as your clarity and concentration will get your student life organized.

Aries

LIFE
It's a month of hits and misses, as your good intentions may not meet with the desired response in people. Watch out for the folks acting tough as nails at your imagined misbehaviour. You are prone to be forgetful and leaving stuff around, especially cash. A Taurean tries to be a friend but doesn't understand you.

LOVE
It's a great month for love as you'll get the green signal from your sweetheart and his/her bossy siblings to be good friends. Remember, their family will be quite important in deciding your future, so be humble and kiss the petticoats of everyone, including the family dog. A Virgo is beginning to mean a lot to you.

STUDIES
You get into the bad books of teachers without rhyme or reason. Think and study smart, and get your assignments done on time, as a Humanities teacher will be anxious to reprimand you at the slightest. Try your hand at memory exercises if you are studying History, as you may remember the wrong dates.

Taurus

LIFE
You get most of the things you want this month, as if you've found the pot of gold at the end of your rainbow. Materially, you live like a pampered poodle with all sorts of goodies coming your way. Take care of your heart as folks and pals may say reckless things that hurt, and then blame you for being over-sensitive.

LOVE
Love is a different kettle of fish as there are a lot of things that become a priority, with your sweetheart besides you. You may get the feeling that you are being left out as he or she continues about their business as if nothing has happened. Don't sulk and pout, talk it over and then think about doing a bit of dumping.

STUDIES
You have no clue about the way your studies need to be approached and the only way to keep abreast is to ask the class padhaku about what is important. Teamwork and the sharing of notes is important. If possible, get a tutor for at least one subject. Sciences need more than an hour of study a day.

Gemini

LIFE
You have to kick the impulse of trying to do too much; in your case, make that two much-being in two places, dating two of a kind and eating enough for two people. Get out of the clutches of a sibling who is beginning to pressurise you into obeying his or her every command. A new job or course will be demanding.

LOVE
You have to be a little less giving of yourself in love, and that means not making too many gilt- edged promises that you have no intention of keeping. A July-born love interest is a sham or a shame depending on how much you trust them, and will spill the beans of your life to the whole world, given a chance.

STUDIES
Get ahead of your pals at school by getting your study chores out of the way before you pick up the phone or sit on the computer to chat. A crucial month, where work done may get you tons of recognition. Your creative juices are flowing, with most things capable of being done in the first attempt.

Cancer

LIFE
You try your hand at a lot of things that may not be good for you in the long run. Act with responsibility if handling money or freedom. You need to be careful of the company you keep, particularly that of the opposite sex. A person of the sign of Taurus or Leo is trying to deceive you-don't be fooled.

LOVE
You may have all intentions of honouring your commitments, but your loved one will be too distracted to pay any attention to things you say, leave alone do. Watch out for misunderstandings and a communication gap. Your beloved may disapprove of one or more of your habits, so shape up. Jealousy strikes mid-month.

STUDIES
This is where you find the occupation of your heart's desire. Many of you find joy and satisfaction in the work you do, mostly because you perform so well. Literature, Journalism, Fine Arts and Engineering Drawing will have you among the top scorers. Avoid lending notes to people after the 24th.

Leo

LIFE
You get into most people's good books as you find yourself doing all that is expected of you. Be careful that the halo is not on too tight or you'll be everyone's idea of a headache. Popularity-wise you are the achchha bachchha, but don't be too nice, you may be expected to pick up food bills of friends and friends of friends.

LOVE
You are the perfect combo of looks and moolah as you get your teeth on many hearts. Problem is, most of your new admirers will be either too young or way too old. The best way to keep going is to keep looking for someone more your age or size. Group dates will be fun and frothy, so avoid heavy twosomes.

STUDIES
You are awfully distracted and unable to sit down in one place, let alone study. Practise looking at your books before you leaf through them. Your folks will have a tendency to throw one party too many and this will make you guilty as hell the morning after. Let them do their bit undisturbed-you study.

Virgo

LIFE
The month passes by rather annoyingly as you have to make many choices, none of which are easy. Your fave sporting event, a big exam, a friend's arrival and movie tickets all come your way at the same time, with you not doing any of them justice. You need to analyse how important they will be to you on hindsight.

LOVE
Friendship rather than passion-fruit comes your way as you plod on and find that no-one has the ability (yet) to charm the socks off your feet. You have a lot to be grateful for anyway as you get a team of loyalists who will do your every bidding. A friend buys you an expensive gift; say your thank-yous and return the favour.

STUDIES
You will be the master of the cram theory as last-minute information will stick with you better than most things. That does not mean you put off things till the last minute. A helping hand comes from the folks as they chip in with chores, leaving you time to get your act together. Accounts needs hard work.

Libra

LIFE
A fantastic month where you are the social catch or butterfly. Parties, friends and interesting people will all be part of your timetable. You need to be careful about driving at night and being well-clad, both in terms of the reason as well as the season. A friend floats into the city on a short trip that has you all smiles.

LOVE
This is where you tread carefully my friend, as the object of your attention, whether or not they are in your life, will be floored by the charms of someone else. If you are fancyfree, you'll find a new crush but if you've been seeing someone, better hold on to him or her as they will be stolen from under your very nose!

STUDIES
All work and no play guarantees you admission to a top institute. Put your fears and prejudices behind you and get cracking on an entrance exam as soon as possible. You will find a balance between having fun and doing well, so enjoy what you do. Maths and Psychology will be scoring. Pay attention to Commerce.

Scorpio

LIFE
It's a month full of surprises and doing all the things that make you happy. Be it hanging out with a few close friends or shopping or taking a short trip, you'll look and feel terrific. You get a lot of excitement from popular plays and theatre, and may even take up a hobby that has you crooning or dancing.

LOVE
At the moment things couldn't be better for you in love. You catch the eye of attractive and caring people and may find your heart melting as someone makes their feelings pretty obvious to you by the 18th of this month. Enjoy your freedom-you are going to be dazzled by plenty of variety very soon.

STUDIES
You cannot build the foundation of top marks unless you get down to brasstacks. Get your fundas straight even if it means going over stuff of the previous terms, especially in Physics and Chemistry. Languages could pose a problem for the same reason. Workshops and extracurricular activities will be profitable.

Sagitarus

LIFE
A lot of small consolations come your way as you get on to the bandwagon of things a little late. Try not to bite off more than you can chew. Your health needs protection as you could overdo exercise or diets. A sibling may get preference in a family drama that has you toying with the idea of ma, mein ghar chhodh doonga.

LOVE
You are blessed with the right amount of charm and the ability to think clearly without getting too highstrung in love situations. Frankly, that is what you need to adopt in every aspect of your life. A Cancerian or Piscean will be warm and receptive to your warm vibes. Hang out outdoors, in places where there are fountains.

STUDIES
You may be guilty of leaving things to the last moment, and that will be tricky. You may have a bit of catching up to do in studies, so try to be on schedule with what's happening at school or college. Political Science and questions that require detailed answers need to be handled with total precision.

Capricorn

LIFE
Your life this month is a page out of Beverly Hills 90210 as you chill out and have a good time with friends. Some of you may be gifted a computer or a set of wheels that could be a hand-me-down. Be gracious and grateful about gifts. Travel and a wedding in the family has you distracted.

LOVE
You have the affections of someone caring, only you may be in for a bit of rough treatment at the hands of the parents of your sweetheart. Call it bad timing rather than a mindset and apologise if you must. Avoid late-night phonecalls and staying out too late-problems could arise.

STUDIES
A month of hard work and honours, in studies and sports. You shine in extracurricular activities and are the teacher's pet. Use daylight to advantage rather than putting off things till the last moment. A prize or scholarship awaits you in public speaking. Creative writing brings success.

Happy B'day Aqua

LIFE
The year brings you happiness that's waiting in the wings, with bogeys you must deal with if you want to move on. You have plenty of admirers and not too many rivals. January, May, June and July are challenging months with spats and quarrels with those at home for the flimsiest of reasons. Moms will turn into wardens and dads into docile creatures who support you through thick and thin, sick and sin. Keep your relationships cool and even formal in October and November. Health could be frail in April and July. Eat properly.

LOVE
Frankly, the year is like one big extension of a Valentine's carnival in your life as you will be full of oomph and appeal, making you a catch. The Catch 22 situation comes in February and April when you get the attention you seek but the timing is all wrong. A spiteful person of the opposite sex could drive a wedge between you and a close friend because they think you are being controlled by them, so stop parroting opinions that aren't yours. Your intuition is your best friend in November when you are asked a favour.

STUDIES
Studies are a millstone around your neck till February, after which you will get the hang of things or, at least, begin to enjoy what you are doing. Do not attempt a competitive exam in July if the health of a parent is doing badly. Some of you are likely to get a great admission or placement in a college in August, perhaps even overseas. September brings you some adjustment problems, though. You get the opportunity to outshine other people in October, so have a blast and you'll forget the past