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Aries

Your career will see some ups and down this week. Some days may yield beneficial results and some days you will find it tough to manage your demanding schedule. Those operating in the real estate industry will notice excellent results. Working professionals will fare better in their career this week as compared to businesspeople.

Taurus

Your professional development will benefit greatly from this time. Business professionals will reap the benefits of their efforts and hard work, while those in quest of new employment will find favourable prospects. You and your loved ones will enjoy a joyful time together and a festive atmosphere at home.

Gemini

This week, you’ll be in a more forward-thinking state of mind, making it easier to spot growth opportunities. You’ll be productive at work if you keep your enthusiasm alive and work on a variety of projects at once. Students who want to do well in school and go on to college must put in the most effort possible.

Cancer

If your work or business involves items or services for global markets, you will do well. In terms of your finances, things are going to be up and down, but it’s going to keep you busy. It’s unlikely that your personal life will be as fulfilling as your career.

Leo

You'll be active and innovative in your work life this week, unveiling new approaches and tactics. Those of you in the service industries, as well as small family businesses, will do well now. You’ll be able to establish a solid reputation in your field. Making travel arrangements for yourself and your loved ones is an option.

Virgo

This week is going to be a mixed bag for you in several aspects of your life. During this time, you have the opportunity to make a major shift in your career. You’ll reap the benefits of your hard work in the future. With a little unproductive spending, you may face a money crunch.

Libra

Your financial situation is likely to improve this week. A good moment to assess your investment strategies and reorganise your portfolio is now. Any deal involving real estate or land might earn you profits. The outcome of any pending legal proceedings will be favourable to you.

Scorpio

Because of an ongoing issue at work, you’re more likely to be anxious at the start of the week. During this time, it may be difficult for companies to make money. Staying calm and not reacting is the best course of action. The stars will be aligned in your favour by mid week.

Sagittarius

Change is a constant in your life right now. Your professional life is about to undergo some significant shifts, and you need to be ready for them. You must concentrate on your ideas and avoid all forms of negativity in order to succeed. Stay calm and confident in your abilities.

Capricorn

This week, you’ll be able to build up a bankroll of your own. If you’ve ever loaned money to others, you’re entitled to get it back. As an added bonus, you may be able to gain some unearned money, such as expensive presents or insurance benefits.

Aquarius

In your working life, you’ll be successful because of your boundless energy and enthusiasm. Your financial situation will be stable, and you’ll get the results you want from your existing employment or business. Your personal life may not be as good as your work life, since you may have disagreements with your family members.

Pisces

Your professional life will be blessed this week. You’ll be engaged in your work and committed to it. When you’re at work or running a business, you’ll be working hard to succeed. Those in the travel and transportation industry, as well as those who operate in joint ventures or partnership firms, will thrive.

■ Dhankher is founder and CEO of Astro Zindagi and has proficiency in Vedic, KP and Nadi astrology

ACROSS

4 They’re discussed in the East when in bed (7)

8 Lois consumed it so keep her away from us (7)

9 All that money for one simple melody! (7)

10 Try to equal a bird that’s not on time? (7)

11 Or how to react when you meet an inventor (7)

12 There’s something afoot when you hear such a story (6)

14 A dealer in red art (6)

18 Left with a repast of pasty composition (7)

21 Serve a pie – a sure remedy for a fussy eater (7)

22 I met an old king and came to face the outlook (7)

23 Is able to reach most lock-ups and disposes of them (7)

24 Pete and Les are seen at church (7)

DOWN

1 Such a generous politician! (7)

2 More money? Looks good to us (5)

3 Sounds like one night my friend made a racket (7)

4 Fed up etc, with fault finding (6)

5 Vessel making a clumsy entrance (5)

6 Little Edwin meets his aunt and is mocked for the effort (7)

7 Given a spare weapon in exchange (5)

13 It produces anger which is hard to define (7)

15 When nations are led differently such allowances are given (7)

16 Go back and be concerned with its rhyming (7)

17 Sounds like one could easily make a slip in the country (6)

18 They turn over when booked in court (5)

19 An old steamer becomes transport for a vagabond (5)

20 A big spender in India (5)