Horoscope, September 26: Full moon brings gains for these zodiac signs

Today is Purnima, the full moon day, considered highly sacred. The Sun and Mercury are transiting Virgo, Venus is in Libra, Rahu is in Aquarius, Saturn and the Moon are in Pisces, Jupiter and Mars are in Cancer, and Ketu is in Leo. According to astrologer Sujit ji Maharaj, one should observe a fast today, worship Goddess Durga and chant the Baglamukhi mantra, which is regarded as a mantra of victory and liberation. Chanting this mantra 18 times, that is 1944 times in all, while seated on a kush-grass mat before an idol of Goddess Pitambara, is said to fulfil one's wishes, while chanting it 36,000 times is described as the most effective. Since today is also a Saturday, devotees are advised to worship Hanuman and recite the Sundarkand. Reciting the Hanuman Bahuk is said to bring relief from illness, while reading the fourth chapter of the Durga Saptashati on Purnima is considered auspicious. One should also touch the feet of parents and elder brothers to seek their blessings.

For Aries, the Moon and Saturn are in the twelfth house and Mars-Jupiter in the fourth house, which may bring success in business and benefit from a new position. Students will find success in studies and career. As a remedy, worship Goddess Durga and donate sesame seeds and jaggery. The auspicious colours are yellow and red.

For Taurus, Venus is in the sixth house, so avoid falling ill. With the Sun-Mercury in the fifth house and Moon-Saturn in the eleventh, there are chances of a job change. Rahu's transit through Aquarius means one should avoid conflict in love life. As a remedy, worship Lord Vishnu and recite the Shri Sukt. The auspicious colours are blue and green.

For Gemini, Jupiter is in the second house, Sun-Mercury in the fourth and Moon-Saturn in the tenth, making the day favourable, especially an important one for those in banking and management. As a remedy, offer tulsi leaves and donate urad dal and sesame seeds. The auspicious colour is dark blue.

For Cancer, Jupiter and Mars are placed in the sign itself, the Sun is in the third house and Moon-Saturn in the ninth. Past hard work at the job will now pay off. A marriage proposal may come in one's love life. As a remedy, worship Goddess Durga and sing her praises. The auspicious colours are white and orange.

For Leo, Sun-Mercury are in the second house, Jupiter in the twelfth and Moon-Saturn in the eighth. Success in business will come with some obstacles. As a remedy, donate seven grains, sweets and cold water, and worship Hanuman. The auspicious colours are red and yellow.

For Virgo, the Sun is in its own sign and Jupiter is favourably placed in Cancer, bringing new success and happiness at the job, and stuck money may be recovered. As a remedy, recite the Siddhikunjika Stotra and donate sesame seeds. The auspicious colours are green and sky blue.

For Libra, Saturn-Moon in the sixth house will bring benefits, and Mars will bring gains through property and land. As a remedy, donate seven grains and recite the Shri Sukt. The auspicious colours are blue and green.

For Scorpio, Jupiter-Mars in the ninth house will give auspicious results, and a new business deal may come through. As a remedy, recite the Batuk Bhairav Stotra and donate moong dal and jaggery. The auspicious colours are red and yellow.

For Sagittarius, Jupiter-Mars are in the eighth house and Moon-Saturn in the fourth. Money will be spent on good causes, but excessive travel should be avoided. As a remedy, recite the Shivpuran and donate sweets and cold water. The auspicious colours are red and yellow.

For Capricorn, Moon-Saturn are in the third house and Jupiter-Mars in the seventh. Changing jobs may cause confusion, and Rahu's transit could bring trouble in love life. As a remedy, worship Lord Krishna, offer tulsi leaves and donate urad dal and sesame seeds. The auspicious colours are sky blue and white.

For Aquarius, Moon-Saturn are in the second house and Jupiter-Mars in the sixth. Stress and excess workload at the workplace may cause trouble. As a remedy, visit a Vishnu temple and circle it four times, seek a father's blessings, and donate religious books. The auspicious colours are blue and sky blue.

For Pisces, Saturn-Moon are placed in the sign itself, and Jupiter's transit through the fifth house will benefit students. People in media, IT and banking will find success. As a remedy, donate fruit and worship Lord Vishnu. The auspicious colours are red and yellow.