It’s Chhath. By late afternoon, the ghats will be full, with women in yellow and orange saris standing knee-deep in water, waiting for the Sun to dip so they can offer arghya. Many haven’t eaten or had a sip of water since last evening. That kind of discipline fits the Moon in Capricorn, a sign that respects hard work and doesn’t look for shortcuts. You don’t need to be fasting to borrow a bit of it. Keep your word today. And thank someone who helped you this year, properly. Find your sign below to see its lucky colour and number.
Aries
Lucky Number: 9Lucky Colour: Red EarthWork feels slow? That’s fine. Finish the job that’s been hanging around and let people notice it on their own.
Taurus
Lucky Number: 6Lucky Colour: Neem GreenAn older relative or teacher might offer advice today. It may sound dated. Hear it out anyway, because there’s often something useful in it.
Gemini
Lucky Number: 5Lucky Colour: Sugarcane GreenWho paid for the fruit? Who bought the soup and daura? Keep a simple note so nobody feels shortchanged later.
Cancer
Lucky Number: 2Lucky Colour: Conch WhiteIf your partner is keeping the fast, take over the kitchen and the errands. A calm house helps them more than anything else.
Leo
Lucky Number: 1Lucky Colour: Sunrise OrangeLate-night thekua and puris are tempting. Go easy. Eat on time and keep dinner light.
Virgo
Lucky Number: 5Lucky Colour: Betel GreenKids love the evening at the ghat. Tell them why the family offers water to the Sun. Keep it short, and they’ll remember it.
Libra
Lucky Number: 6Lucky Colour: Marble WhiteThe Sun sits weak in your sign right now. So let the elders lead the rituals and stay in a supporting role.
Scorpio
Lucky Number: 9Lucky Colour: Alta RedRoads near the ghats will be packed by evening. Leave well ahead of time, and don’t forget drinking water for the children.
Sagittarius
Lucky Number: 3Lucky Colour: Jaggery GoldPuja shopping adds up fast. Buy fruit and sugarcane from local sellers and skip the fancy packaged items.
Capricorn
Lucky Number: 8Lucky Colour: Dark AshThe family may look to you to keep things on schedule. With the Moon in Capricorn, you’re well placed for it. Stay patient when the rituals run long.
Aquarius
Lucky Number: 4Lucky Colour: River BlueIt’s been a hectic fortnight of festivals. Find a few quiet minutes at sunset, even if it’s just on your balcony.
Pisces
Lucky Number: 3Lucky Colour: Pale SaffronNeighbours may ask you to join them at the ghat. Go along and help carry the baskets. Accept the prasad with thanks.