Names starting with D

The planets test you a little this month, but there is nothing to fear. Put patience, savings and health first, and put off risky decisions. A little charity on Saturdays helps.

• Sun There may be friction with seniors or official offices. Do not get into ego battles; a few minutes in the early sun helps.
• Mars Anger, quarrels and injury are risks. Watch your blood pressure and do not rush.
• Mercury Your mind and tongue are sharp. Study, accounts, contracts and business contacts all go well. But Saturn holds this back, so you get only part of it.
• Jupiter Luck is with you. Learning, good deeds and the backing of elders improve your finances.
• Venus (retrograde) Love and marriage feel sweet, comforts come into the home, and creative work is praised. But Mars and Jupiter holds this back, so you get only part of it.
• Saturn (retrograde) Duties grow and results come late. Patience and discipline are your shield now; charity on Saturdays helps.
• Rahu Confusion and a bad decision made out of temptation are risks. Avoid shortcuts; chanting Durga's name on Saturdays is a traditional remedy.
• Ketu Meditation and deep work come easily, and old obstacles fall away.

Good dates 1, 2, 9, 17, 28 October

Go easy on 13, 15, 16, 20 October