AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2026

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Last updated on: January 06, 2026 14:01 IST

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2025 has been quite the year.

What surprises does 2026 hold?

Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla, who is following in the footsteps of his famed astrologer father, the late Bejan Daruwalla, helps you navigate the Naya Saal.

All illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com
 

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

Ganesha says that, at the beginning of this New Year, Capricorns will be comfortable talking about family issues and their relationship with their parents. You may become very serious about the safety of your family and discuss making changes to your home.

You will be very emotional this year. Having calm conversations with your mother can help you relax.

This period will be good for students preparing for government jobs.

At work, the boss will be impressed by your charm at the beginning of the year.

This is a good time for you to resolve paperwork and legal issues.

During this period, business people may need to take some bold decisions.

In the middle of the year, some enemies may try to damage your reputation among colleagues by spreading rumours so you need to be careful.

If you are looking for a job, you may get a good offer or meet an influential person who can help you.

At the end of the year, you might face some obstacles at work and even lose some good opportunities.

If your business is in the field of real estate and cosmetics, you may see a continuous increase in profits.

In the initial months of 2026, you will feel very secure in your married life and your relationships. People will be attracted to you because of your humility and understanding.

However, there may be some arguments with siblings due to misunderstandings and disagreements.

Apart from this, in the middle of the year, there may be tension with your in-laws which may affect your married life.

At the end of the year, the families of those who are unmarried may start talking about their marriage. It is important that you do not to rush into this decision; first focus on building an emotional bond with your partner.

Couples will find it easy to discuss their relationship at home.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

At the beginning of this New Year, the Aquarian's communication style will be very strong and influential. This will influence the people around you.

You will be successful in conquering your opponents at work and will leave a strong impression.

You will put in a lot of effort to achieve your goals in your professional life.

Expanding your network this year will be beneficial for your career growth. You may also find yourself taking short trips.

Some of you may wish to take a break from their busy schedules and everyday life.

During this period, business owners may face some difficulties in implementing their plans and strategies. However, this period will be very favourable for people associated with advertising and marketing.

In the middle of the year, you will feel a sense of competition. You will display leadership qualities and help colleagues solve complex problems.

Business owners will be able to improve their public relations and increase profits. Customers will be satisfied with your work.

At the end of the year, you may need to work longer hours.

Some businesses may experience disruptions in profits.

In your personal life, you need to avoid controlling or manipulating your partner. Try to remain calm and not speak in anger.

In the middle of the year, couples may go on a weekend trip together to strengthen their bond.

It will be important for you to keep your emotions under control and maintain harmony in your relationship. Personal space will be important.

Try to have loving conversations with your partner.

At the end of the year, those considering marriage may get good proposals.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

At the beginning of this year, Pisceans may spend too much time and money to maintain their social status.

You will desire luxury and comfort; at the same time, you want to be financially secure.

Your focus will be on your finances and investments. You will look for all stakeholders to increase your income.

If there is any discussion going on in the family about inheritance or property, then this may be the time to move forward.

On the work front, your relationship with your seniors will improve and you will understand more about the difficulties of the job.

During this period, you will have to be cautious of your rivals who may try to take credit for your work. This may make you anxious. Your thought process will become clearer by the end of the year.

Those who are running their own businesses will see sudden growth which will improve their public image.

You can invest your time and energy wisely with the right people and in the right direction.

Your personal life will be full of positivity.

People who are on any journey may feel more comfortable alone.

In the middle of the year, single people are advised not to get involved with anyone.

If there is a communication gap in relationships around this time, there will be a need to address it.

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

Ganesha says those born under the Aries sign will be very expressive in the beginning months of 2026.

You will be full of optimism and try to show your fun side.

Your self-confidence and leadership qualities will reflect in your behaviour. You will try to understand your work deeply. This will make your seniors and bosses happy and they will appreciate you. As will your colleagues.

You will also have opportunities to showcase your communication and intellectual skills and your ability to deal with challenges. You will overcome obstacles and achieve your goal before time.

However, do be careful of hidden enemies.

While you travel for business, be alert and aware about your surroundings.

Entrepreneurs will see a significant growth in their business by the end of the year.

Single people may be attracted to someone because of their intellectual side. You could even end up flirting with your co-worker.

Those thinking about marriage may get good proposals but could feel nervous and want to wait a while.

Towards the middle of the year, married people may experience negativity in their relationship which may lead to daily arguments.

It is important not to be stubborn and understand your partner's point of view.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

At the beginning of 2026, Taureans will not take an interest in work or other activities due to a sense of lethargy and laziness.

You will spend time alone thinking deeply about your behaviour. Your sleep may also get affected. Some old issues will impact both your work and personal life.

Your sense of privacy may prevent you from sharing your inner thoughts with others.

You may have to face the consequences of sudden, wasteful expenditure this year.

At work, at the beginning of the year, you will spend time carefully understanding your surroundings but will prefer to remain silent.

You may struggle while working with a team or connecting with others.

You will need your personal space so that you can come up with new ideas.

There is also a possibility of losses in business so it is important to remain calm.

In the middle of the year, you will make significant progress in your projects and achieve your goals efficiently and ahead of schedule. If you have been waiting for a pending increment for a long time, this is the right time to talk about it.

This time will be also favourable for those working in technical fields. Similarly, those working in real estate may see significant growth and profits.

At the end of the year, be a little careful and don't let others take advantage of your weaknesses.

During this period, a friend may break your trust and use your ideas for her/his benefit.

Business plans may not bring the expected results.

At the beginning of the year, couples may face a communication gap and feel emotionally distant.

Parents will also face challenges with their children; your opinions may differ.

Around the middle of the year, people may have a lot of expectations that may not be practical.

Single people may fall in love.

At the end of the year, married people may become more secretive and find it difficult to share their thoughts and feelings with their partner.

If you are in an unmarried relationship, you may spend more time alone with your partner.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Ganesha says at the beginning of this New Year, Geminis will meet like-minded people who will inspire them. This will help you to grow in your career.

You will focus more on your goals and spend most of your time thinking about them.

An old friend may reconnect; you will have a good time together.

At the beginning of the year, you will find yourself helping your colleagues at work by solving their problems.

If your promotion has been stalled, this is a good time to ask for it.

There will be a boom in business and business activities will flourish. You will be able to resolve tasks which had been stuck for a long time.

Your status and image will improve.

Around the middle of the year, business owners may travel long distances for work; this will prove beneficial. Consider expanding your business.

While you may need to take some risky decisions; it is important to be patient.

Do not become professionally dependent on anyone; this can create stress. During this period, all eyes will be on you in the office.

At the end of the year, you may become friends with someone new in the office. Networking outside of work will prove advantageous.

Single people may go on a date at the beginning of the year.

Couples will find themselves paying more attention to their relationship at home. You will understand the needs of your partner. You may feel a deep, spiritual connection with their partner.

Parents will enjoy spending time with their children.

The middle of 2026 is a favourable time for married couples to plan a child.

Your father's health may require a little more attention.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

During the early weeks of 2026, Cancerians will want people to notice them.

You may feel impatient when you deal with people both personally and professionally. Yet, your diplomatic skills will help you advance your career. You may also meet people who will guide your career in the right direction.

As you change the way you set goals and take up new projects, you will become better at work.

People in advertising and marketing will thrive. Your seniors may assign you new responsibilities. The pace of business will increase and you will be able to plan new ventures.

However, in the middle of the year, you may have disagreements with your seniors on some issues. In such a situation, it will be challenging to form an opinion.

For business owners, this is a good time to bring a loss-making business back on track and focus on making profits.

At the end of the year, the atmosphere at the workplace will be positive. Goals and projects will be completed before deadline and new projects will start quickly. Seniors will be satisfied with your work.

People involved in business will earn good profit and will think of expanding.

Single people may feel attracted to a colleague at the beginning of the year.

Married people may plan a trip to a spiritual or religious place with their partner.

You will spend more time with your mother.

In the middle of the year, you will be more intimate with your partner.

Some of you may feel attracted towards another person, possible someone older than you.

Married people may experience arguments with in-laws which may affect their marital life.

At the end of the year, married couples will not be able to get much time together but there will be plenty of mutual support. Someone of the opposite sex may prove lucky for you.

Leo (July 23 - August 22)

Ganesha says Leos will be very serious about their beliefs and convictions but will also show interest in learning about other cultures. You will make the effort to understand different points of view.

There may be an inclination towards spirituality and religious activities.

Students preparing for higher education may get positive news regarding admission.

At work, you will act more responsibly than usual and your boss will assign you new responsibilities. You will come up with some ideas that will help you gain recognition among your seniors.

Some people will plan a new business. This time will be especially favourable for people working abroad. Progress in business may be slow but you need to be patient and wait for the right time.

There is also a possibility of long distance travel during this period.

At the end of the year, avoid dominating others in the office. Communication with customers will improve but competitors may try to undermine your reputation.

People involved in business can get profitable deals during this period. Lady Luck will be on your side.

In your personal life, you need to remain calm and control your language while talking with your spouse or partner.

During the early weeks of 2026, you are likely to argue with your father.

In the middle of the year, couples will enjoy loving moments together.

If you are in a relationship, you will also go out on weekends with your partner. Those who are married will enjoy short trips with their partners.

At the end of the year, single people may find themselves dating someone they have liked for a long time.

Health will be good.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

Virgos will change their way of thinking.

You will also tend to worry which will affect your sleeping pattern.

Within the family, there may also be some issues regarding the management of joint resources.

There will also be sudden, unforeseen expenses that will cause stress.

At the beginning of the year, you will be overly honest with your colleagues and bosses which may lead to disagreements and make you appear arrogant. You may also get into arguments over plans and ways to implement things. Your seniors may not be happy with you.

Those who are in business could face a problem of getting payment on time. Around the middle of the year, those who do not wish you well may try to spoil things for you but you will be able to handle them easily.

You will be able to handle complex problems with a clear approach.

Legal matters may bring good results this year.

At the end of the year, if you are in business, your partner may help you get a good deal. If it is a family business, there may be some disagreements. If you have been waiting for an increment at work, this may be a good time ask for it.

In your personal life, at the beginning of the year, you may feel like having an honest conversation with your partner; remain calm while doing so.

Couples who are going to get married soon may find themselves arguing over small things. Your relationship with your in-laws could face a rough patch which might impact your marital life and your mental health. You might feel suffocated in your relationship.

In the middle of the year, you might find some tasks a little difficult; while this could lead to misunderstandings with your partner, it is nothing to worry about.

Libra (September 23 - October 22)

Librans, your personality will shine at the beginning of this year; you will receive praise from people around you. You will understand different perspectives and try to see things from others' point of view. You will find yourself influencing others.

The office environment will be positive; this is a good time to settle any unresolved issues.

It will be easier for business people to collaborate with their partners and form a consensus.

In the middle of the year, people in creative fields will receive appreciation and opportunities for their work.

By the end of the year, your public image and reputation will improve but business may slow down temporarily. Office discussions can turn into arguments.

In your personal life, those who are dating may find themselves entering into a serious relationship at the beginning of the year.

Married couples will find it easy to discuss finances and budgets with their spouse.

In the middle of the year, parents will have very high expectations from their children and this will lead to conflict.

If you are single, this is not a good time for you date casually. Wait for the end of the year and opportunities will come your way.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)

At the beginning of this New Year, Scorpios will focus on their goals.

You can make changes in your schedule to get more work done.

You will also pay more attention to your health and fitness and could end up changing your diet.

If you are facing any legal problems, this could be a good time to deal with them.

At the beginning of the year, you will perform well at work but there may be some delays due to laziness on your part.

An old friend can help business people to get a good deal and increase profits. You will not face any kind of loss due to your competitors.

In the middle of the year, people employed in government jobs may have a conversation about long pending promotions. New opportunities for career advancement may arise.

At the end of the year, you will also contribute towards making your office environment positive.

In your personal life, things will be fine from the beginning of the year.

If you have recently become a parent, you will enjoy spending time with your children and learning new things about them.

Single people could start romantic relationships during this period.

In the middle of the year, married couples will receive strong emotional support from their spouses.

If you are in a relationship, then you may find this time a bit boring; you may need to plan and bring in some excitement.

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

Ganesha says that, at the beginning of this New Year, the behaviour of Sagittarians will become playful.

You will not face much trouble at work either.

You can spend time on a new hobby or activity on the weekend.

Along with this, you will also become more social. There will be clarity in your thoughts and feelings which will bring stability in all aspects of your life. You will find creative solutions to your problems.

At the beginning of the year, you will make new friends at work who will help you succeed in your projects.

You will overcome all obstacles and get recognition from seniors.

In the middle of the year, you may feel a little tired both mentally and physically so it is best to avoid arguments.

At the end of the year, work pressure will reduce.

Those who have their own business will tackle complex issues with a creative and fresh perspective.

The beginning of the year is a favourable time to plan expanding your family.

Some people may think of redecorating their home.

In the middle of the year, single people may meet someone with whom they will feel emotionally connected.

At the end of the year, couples may argue due to outside interference.

 

Chirag Daruwalla has practised astrology for over 18 years.

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