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The last solar eclipse of the year will occur tonight, lasting from 9:04 AM to 1:27 AM. A few days after this eclipse, Saturn's movement will change. On August 20, Saturn will enter Nakshatra Revati and remain there until October 9. According to astrological knowledge, Nakshatra Revati is associated with Mercury.

Astrologers believe that this change will have the greatest impact on people born under the signs of Aries, Cancer, and Scorpio. By entering Nakshatra Revati, Saturn may cause damage to these signs.

Aries individuals should avoid hasty decisions during this period. Before investing money in risky ventures, it is crucial to gather complete information. A decision made without careful consideration can cause future problems. For working people, work pressure may increase, so it is important to control anger. One should avoid turning minor issues into arguments. It is critically important to maintain a balance between income and expenses in financial matters, as well as not neglecting health.

For Cancer individuals, this period may be emotionally challenging. It is necessary to avoid overthinking any situations. Thorough preparation should be done before starting a new job. Success will be higher if tasks are performed systematically. If disagreements arise in relationships, one should try to resolve them through communication. Caution should be exercised during travel, and no one should be trusted blindly. Ignoring health problems can have serious consequences.

Scorpio individuals need to control their spending during this time. It is important to find a balance between savings and expenditures. No financial decisions should be made hastily, especially concerning monetary transactions. Disputes with someone regarding money are possible. Since work results may arrive later than expected, patience should be maintained. It is also recommended to avoid unnecessary discussions and not postpone treatment for health problems.

The dream of living away from the hustle and bustle of the city in the mountains is achievable, but it is important to understand the financial costs involved. A couple living in the village of Gadjan near Manali in Himachal Pradesh has shared a detailed breakdown of their monthly expenses, which went viral on social media.

In a video posted on Instagram titled 'Living in the Mountains, Episode 1,' content creator Divya and her partner Saurav explained what their budget entails while living in the mountains. They currently occupy a four-bedroom house (4BHK) as they run a joint guest business (homestay). However, if someone only needs to rent accommodation, the cost of a one-bedroom apartment (1BHK) is around 15,000 rupees, and a two-bedroom (2BHK) is approximately 25,000 rupees per month.

Food expenses amount to about 15,000 rupees. Since the couple primarily cooks at home, their monthly grocery bill reaches approximately 10,000 rupees. Additional expenses for eating out occur occasionally and total about 5,000 rupees.

Despite living in the mountains, fuel costs are low. Divya noted that they often walk, but they still spend about 3,000 rupees per month on petrol and miscellaneous items.

Utilities also remain affordable. No extra charges are required for water. The electricity bill, according to Divya, is quite low, amounting to about 1,000 rupees monthly. Furthermore, living amidst nature allows them to save on entertainment, although the couple allocates about 3,000 rupees per month for small mountain adventures.

Summarizing all these expenses, Divya stated that the total monthly cost for a comfortable life in the mountains is approximately 50,000 rupees. They emphasized that while living in such a picturesque and peaceful place near Manali might seem expensive, a comfortable lifestyle is entirely possible for around 50 thousand rupees with proper financial management and cooking meals at home.

In July alone, approximately 1.2 million foreign guests visited Uzbekistan for tourism purposes. In the same period, the seven-month figure exceeded 7.7 million.

According to data from the National Statistics Committee, 7,749,308 foreign citizens visited Uzbekistan for tourism in January-July 2026. This number is 1.4 million more than the same period last year, which is an increase of 22.6 percent.

During the period from January to June, this figure amounted to 6,565,410 people. Therefore, 1,183,898 foreigners visited Uzbekistan in July alone.

Among the seven months, the countries that sent the most tourists to Uzbekistan were Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. Russia and Afghanistan occupied the next places.

Four of the top five countries border Uzbekistan, while Russia led among non-bordering countries in terms of tourist numbers.

Following them were China, Turkmenistan, Turkey, India, and the Republic of Korea.