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October is approaching, and its beginning will be marked by a very favorable and beneficial astrological combination. In Vedic astrology, it is considered an extremely significant event when planets gather in one sign. When three planets are simultaneously located in the same sign, the so-called 'Trigha Yoga' forms.

According to Drik Panchang, on October 4, 2026, the Moon will leave the sign of Gemini and enter its own sign—Cancer. In Cancer, Degavuru Brahmapada (Jupiter) and Bhumiputra Mars (Mars) are already present. Thus, with the Moon's entry into Cancer on October 4, a powerful and auspicious Trigha Yoga will form, which will be active until October 6, 2026.

Astrologers claim that under the influence of this conjunction, representatives of four lucky zodiac signs can expect special good fortune, promising significant success in career, business, and financial matters. Below are the four specific signs that will benefit from this Trigha Yoga.

Cancer: Growth in Confidence and Promotion Prospects

Since this Trigha Yoga occurs in your own sign, you will feel the most favorable impact. There will be a wonderful improvement in your self-esteem and decision-making ability. Employees may receive good news about great success and promotion at work. Your financial situation will improve significantly, and your respect and influence in society will increase.

Libra: Completed Affairs and Growth in Cash Flow

For Libra representatives, the Trigha Yoga will open up new opportunities in career and business. Long-suspended or stuck matters will begin to move forward. Your leadership qualities will be highly appreciated by management. Entrepreneurs may receive new large projects, leading to a sudden increase in income.

Scorpio: Opportunities for Overseas Travel and Return of Stuck Funds

This Trigha Yoga brings economic prosperity and professional progress to Scorpio representatives. Your efforts will be recognized at work. Those who wish to study or work abroad may find success. Business trips will be very profitable. The return of delayed money is possible, and old investments may yield large profits.

Pisces: Sudden Income and Good News from Offspring

For Pisces people, this conjunction of Jupiter, Mars, and the Moon can be the key to opening doors of destiny. Those who have been searching for a new job or wanted to change positions for a long time will see results from their efforts. Chances of unexpected financial inflow will arise. Furthermore, important joyful events regarding offspring may be heard about, bringing happiness to the family.

Ways to Enhance the Favorable Effect of Trigha Yoga

To increase the positive results of the Trigha Yoga, it is recommended to perform regular worship of the gods Shiva and Vishnu. Daily, one should recite the mantras 'Om Namah Shivaya' and 'Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya' from the heart. It is also advised to donate rice, milk, sugar, or yellow items within one's means.

As soon as you hear the word samosa, you want something spicy with tea. Usually, making samosas at home seems like a complicated process that requires kneading and rolling dough from flour. However, you can prepare an equally delicious snack without using wheat flour. Today we present a recipe for a snack made from semolina (suji) and potato, which resembles a samosa in appearance but turns out very crispy and aromatic. Its specialty lies in using semolina to make the dough, which is filled with a rich filling of spices, then coated in a light spiced batter, and deep-fried. This snack will be very popular among home lovers, especially when served with tea.

Suji Aloo Samosa Recipe:

To begin, you need to prepare the semolina dough. Pour 3 cups of water into a large pot, add 1 teaspoon of oil and salt, and then mix in 2 cups of fine semolina. Although fine semolina is better, regular semolina will also do. Then turn on the heat and stir the mixture constantly. After some time, the semolina will absorb the water and thicken, turning into a dough consistency. When the mixture is completely ready, turn off the heat, cover it with a lid, and lightly grease it with oil so that the dough becomes soft and easy to roll.

Next is preparing the potato filling. Heat oil in a small pan, reduce the heat to medium, and add hing, cumin, mustard, and whole coriander. After this, fry garlic cloves and green pepper. Then add grated ginger and curry leaves, turn off the gas, and mix with turmeric and red chili. Pour the finished spicy sauce onto 5 boiled potatoes in a large bowl, add salt to taste, and finely chopped herbs. Mash the potatoes thoroughly using a potato masher, ensuring that the garlic, green pepper, and spices are evenly distributed throughout the potatoes.

After this, gently knead the semolina mass with your hands until it becomes soft and stops sticking to your hands. Form small balls from it. Roll one ball on a lightly oiled surface, trying not to make it too thin, but leaving a moderate thickness. Place a generous portion of the potato filling in the center. It is important to leave a little space around the edges. Place another rolled piece of semolina on top and carefully press the edges with your fingers to seal it tightly. Cut the resulting pieces into four parts, thus forming shapes resembling samosas.

Now, prepare the special coating. Take wheat flour in a bowl, add chili flakes, chopped curry leaves, green dill, kalonji, white sesame seeds, and salt. Then gradually add water to form the batter. The consistency of this batter should be such that the finished semolina and potato pieces are well covered.

Heat oil in a pot. As soon as the oil is well heated, dip the pieces made from semolina and potato into the batter and immediately drop them into the hot oil. After placing them, reduce the heat to medium. Fry these pieces until they become golden and crispy. Your delicious Suji Aloo Samosa is ready. Serve it hot with tea, green or sweet and sour chutney. The crispy outer crust and spicy potato filling make the taste even richer.

Residents of the United Arab Emirates planning trips to popular tourist spots during the five-day UAE National Day holidays are strongly advised to book flights in advance, as demand and high oil prices could lead to an almost twofold increase in travel costs.

According to tourism industry leaders, informed travelers have already managed to find favorable offers and make bookings to take advantage of available hotel and flight prices, which have been rising over the last six months due to high oil prices.

Some UAE employees will receive a five-day leave from Wednesday, December 2, 2026, to Sunday, December 6, 2026, in celebration of the country's 55th National Day.

Rashida Zahid, Vice President of Operations at musafir.com, noted that the cost of flights to destinations popular for visiting friends and relatives (VFR) is likely to increase by 25–35 percent, while tickets to high-demand leisure destinations could potentially double.

She emphasized: 'Since residents can enjoy an extended five-day holiday, we expect a significant rise in travel demand during the UAE National Day holidays.' Rashida added that the scale of this increase will depend on the destination, airline capacity, and how early travelers make their bookings.

She stated that on these routes, prices could rise by another 12–25 percent during the National Day period, depending on availability and booking dates, and urged travelers to book early to avoid sharper price increases closer to the holidays.

Since the start of the war in the Middle East on February 28, 2026, aviation fuel prices have nearly doubled due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Rashida also reported that booking patterns have changed amid the overall regional situation: residents are now booking trips closer to departure dates, although long-haul flights and visa-requiring trips are still planned well in advance.

'The strongest signal is that demand is returning in the fourth quarter,' she said, adding that bookings are expected to grow steadily during school holidays, Diwali, National Day, as well as during Christmas and New Year.

Despite the regional background and rising oil prices, she does not forecast a drop in prices compared to last year.

'We expect that airfares during the UAE National Day holidays will remain around last year's levels or may increase, driven by higher fuel costs and persistent capacity constraints on certain routes,' stated a musafir official.

She also mentioned that the return of several European carriers to the region is a positive development, as increased flight availability can help stabilize prices. Nevertheless, she cautioned travelers against expecting last-minute discounts due to the anticipated surge in demand.

Mira Ketait, Head of Retail Sales and Leisure for the UAE at dnata Travel, stated that the UAE remains a market where many bookings are made at the last minute, with most trips being reserved three to eighteen days before departure.

Based on current bookings, the Maldives are the most popular international destination, followed by Thailand, Switzerland, and South Africa.

'Since National Day is expected to be a relatively short holiday, UAE residents prefer destinations that are easily accessible but offer a completely different experience,' she noted.

The Maldives remain a favorite due to the four-hour flight time, visa-free entry, and dry season weather in early December.

Thailand continues to attract visitors looking for diversity and good value for money, allowing tourists to combine beach relaxation, city tours, and wellness treatments in one trip, while Switzerland attracts those seeking winter holidays, offering a contrast to life in the UAE through its ski season and Christmas markets.

A representative from Emirates Holidays confirmed that island destinations are the most popular: the Maldives, Mauritius, and Seychelles together account for half of all Emirates Holidays bookings during the holidays, with an average stay of five nights. Half of all island trip bookings are made by couples.

Thailand also remains a strong favorite with an average stay of six nights, and Helsinki is emerging as an unexpected contender ahead of new Emirates flights launching on October 1.

Ketait added that interest is growing in new destinations such as New Zealand, Portugal, and Tunisia.

South Africa is showing the sharpest growth, increasing sales by 58 percent year-on-year, while domestic bookings within the UAE also rose by 23 percent.

An Emirates Holidays representative reported that half of all bookings for this period were made earlier in the summer, as customers sought to secure their preferred hotels and travel dates.

Families now account for 48 percent of bookings, higher than in previous years, as many combine public holidays with several days of annual leave to extend the trip, saving remaining leave for the holiday season. Couples make up 45 percent of bookings, and solo travel is also gaining popularity, the representative reported.

Mira Ketait also noted that hotel sales for departure dates during National Day have increased by 23 percent compared to the same period last year.

'Demand for the long-awaited UAE National Day holiday is very high among travelers from the UAE this year,' she concluded, pointing to the continued interest in international travel following a similar trend in the summer.