For Scorpio (Vrischika) Ascendant or Lagna the Year 2005 indicates a sluggish second half in store for you.

Career, Incomes and Gains
The second half of this year indicates obstacles/tensions in career. Loss in dealings can not be ruled out. Excess of expenditure over income is indicated which could result in tensions to scorpions in this year. Savings or investment is going to be difficult for the scorpions in this year. People expecting promotions would have to wait for longer periods than they expected. Change in job in this year is not advised for scorpions. You could expect more responsibilities for you in your job in this year. Your due efforts won't be recognized in this year as per your expectations.

Family and Social Life
The family life in this year would be better as compared to the previous year. Your enemies would be subdued this year and won't give you much tensions or difficulties. This is a good year for people who are thinking of entering in to wedlock. People who are in love or romancing should expect tensions but ultimately this would be taken care of. Married life indicates stability and happiness this year. Your social life would be excellent. You will make new friends and old ties with friends would be strengthened further in this year.

Education and Traveling
This year indicates success in educational pursuits for students. Success in interviews and admissions is guaranteed in whole of this year.

Health
Health would be a cause for concern during the early part of the year and at the fag end of the year. You should be careful while driving. Elderly people should be more careful to watch against cough and cold in this year.