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  • NASA shares breathtaking Blood Moon Eclipse timelapses from Northern and Southern hemispheres

    During the total lunar eclipse, Saturn appeared bright near the Moon. The skies were mostly clear, enhancing the view.

  • Earth’s Umbra creates rare blue hue in stunning Blood Moon eclipse, NASA reveals image

    Earth’s Umbra creates rare blue hue in stunning Blood Moon eclipse, NASA reveals image

    The umbra is the dark, inner shadow of Earth. Shaped like a cone, it stretches deep into space. Its circular cross section becomes most visible during a lunar eclipse.

  • From the beautiful Butterfly Nebula to the dazzling Horsehead Nebula: NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week

    From the beautiful Butterfly Nebula to the dazzling Horsehead Nebula: NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week

    NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week showcases stunning images, from the vibrant Butterfly Nebula to the iconic Horsehead Nebula, revealing the universe’s beauty and the fascinating process of planet formation.

  • Blood Moon on display tonight: Total lunar eclipse to peak at 11.48 pm, says Nehru Planetarium

    Blood Moon on display tonight: Total lunar eclipse to peak at 11.48 pm, says Nehru Planetarium

    Lunar Eclipse: Skywatchers across large parts of the world will be able to witness the spectacle, with nearly half the Earth positioned to view at least part of the eclipse.

  • Total lunar eclipse 2025: Best viewing time to witness the rising Blood Moon today

    Total lunar eclipse 2025: Best viewing time to witness the rising Blood Moon today

    This is the year’s second total lunar eclipse. The previous one was seen globally in March earlier. It is also the first eclipse visible since 2022.

  • Blood Moon 2025: Why the Moon glows red during a total lunar eclipse

    Blood Moon 2025: Why the Moon glows red during a total lunar eclipse

    A total lunar eclipse happens when the moon moves into Earth's darkest shadow, the umbra.

  • Lunar Eclipse 2025: Rare 'Blood Moon' to dazzle skies worldwide; here’s how to watch 82-Minute 'chandra grahan'

    Lunar Eclipse 2025: Rare 'Blood Moon' to dazzle skies worldwide; here’s how to watch 82-Minute 'chandra grahan'

    A blood moon occurs when Earth blocks direct sunlight. The planet’s shadow falls across the lunar surface completely.

  • September 2025 skywatching events: From Blood Moon to solar eclipse, here's what to watch in the sky

    September 2025 skywatching events: From Blood Moon to solar eclipse, here's what to watch in the sky

    From eclipses painting the sky red to Saturn glowing at its brightest, September 2025 offers rare celestial shows that promise to keep skywatchers awake through the month.

  • Chandra Grahan 2025: Date, time and where to watch Second lunar eclipse of the year

    Chandra Grahan 2025: Date, time and where to watch Second lunar eclipse of the year

    A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth blocks sunlight. The moon passes through Earth’s darkest shadow, called the umbra.

  • When is the next eclipse? Will the September lunar eclipse be visible in India?

    When is the next eclipse? Will the September lunar eclipse be visible in India?

    A total lunar eclipse occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, casting a reddish shadow across its surface. This dramatic celestial event is often called a "Blood Moon."

  • NASA captures rare and mesmerising solar eclipse visible only from space

    NASA captures rare and mesmerising solar eclipse visible only from space

    The event, called a lunar transit, showed the moon passing in front of the sun. From SDO’s view, 23% of the solar surface was covered.

  • Total Lunar Eclipse 2025: Date, time and will India witness the 'Blood Moon' this Holi?

    Total Lunar Eclipse 2025: Date, time and will India witness the 'Blood Moon' this Holi?

    The first lunar eclipse of the year is set to occur, coinciding with Holi. This celestial event, known as Chandra Grahan in Hindi, has fascinated people for centuries.

  • First solar eclipse of 2025: Date, time and will it be visible from India? Find out here

    First solar eclipse of 2025: Date, time and will it be visible from India? Find out here

    Get ready for the first solar eclipse of 2025 on March 29. Find out the eclipse timings, visibility, and safety precautions to witness this celestial event.

  • Blood Moon 2025: Date, Time and where to see first total lunar eclipse in three years

    Blood Moon 2025: Date, Time and where to see first total lunar eclipse in three years

    During this event, the moon will appear deep red, creating a mesmerising sight. With clear skies, skywatchers in many parts of the world will witness this rare moment.

  • First total lunar eclipse in three years to bring a spectacular ‘Blood Moon’: Date, time and where to see

    First total lunar eclipse in three years to bring a spectacular ‘Blood Moon’: Date, time and where to see

    The total lunar eclipse will last about five hours. The moon will move through Earth's shadow, turning a deep reddish hue for 65 minutes.

  • 8 Best Places to Witness the Blood Moon Eclipse in March 2025

    8 Best Places to Witness the Blood Moon Eclipse in March 2025

    Catch the Blood Moon on March 13-14, 2025! Discover the best spots worldwide, including Los Angeles, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Spain, Egypt, and South Africa.

  • First total lunar eclipse of 2025: Date, time and where to catch 'Blood Moon' eclipse

    First total lunar eclipse of 2025: Date, time and where to catch 'Blood Moon' eclipse

    This total Lunar eclipse will be visible to just 13% of the world’s population, according to Time and Date.

  • Lunar Eclipse 2024: Spectacular Supermoon eclipse wows skywatchers worldwide; next eclipses dates revealed

    Lunar Eclipse 2024: Spectacular Supermoon eclipse wows skywatchers worldwide; next eclipses dates revealed

    A rare "supermoon eclipse" captivated skywatchers across the U.S., South America, Europe, Africa, and much of Asia.

  • Last Blood Moon lunar eclipse until 2025:  Pics from across the world

    Last Blood Moon lunar eclipse until 2025: Pics from across the world

    The last total lunar eclipse in the next three years is underway, with the next one to occur on March 14, 2025.

  • In photos: Stunning 'Blood Moon' views from around the world

    In photos: Stunning 'Blood Moon' views from around the world

    Blood Moon occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon. In the Earth's shadow, the Moon gradually darkens before taking on a red hue.

  • Super Blood Moon: Which countries will witness the celestial spectacle

    Super Blood Moon: Which countries will witness the celestial spectacle

    Blood Moon occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon. In the Earth's shadow, the Moon gradually darkens before taking on a red hue.

  • Super Blood Wolf Moon: The first lunar eclipse of 2019 - watch here

    Super Blood Wolf Moon: The first lunar eclipse of 2019 - watch here

    India won't have a glimpse of the decade's last lunar eclipse.

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