Eclipse

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.

'Harvest Moon' to shine with partial eclipse on 17 September: How to watch the spectacular event

September’s full moon, known as the Harvest Moon in the Northern Hemisphere, marks the end of summer. Traditionally, it provided extra light for farmers to harvest crops.

Total Solar Eclipse Plunged North America Into Darkness | Solar Eclipse Visuals

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking some or all of the sun’s light from reaching Earth. The solar eclipse occurred on April 8, 2024, was a total solar eclipse which engulfed North America, specifically crossing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. It’s often referred to as the “Great North American Eclipse" due to its path over these countries. Watch the great visuals here!

Total solar eclipse 2024 darkens skies from Torreon to Texas and Maine to Newfoundland

The eclipse commenced its journey at 11:18 pm IST in Mexico, with observers in Mazatlan among the first to witness the moon obstructing the sun's rays, initiating the onset of totality and plunging the region into darkness

Solar Eclipse 2024 today: What to do before, during, and after the celestial event

Solar Eclipse 2024: The celestial dance of a solar eclipse is a captivating sight, drawing eyes upward in awe. Yet, witnessing such an event requires careful preparation and caution. 

2024 Total Solar Eclipse on April 8: Know the science behind eclipses - A layman's guide

In this layman's guide, we delve into the science behind eclipses, unraveling the mystery behind these celestial events.

Indian-origin scientist Aroh Barjatya-led team to decode total solar eclipse effects

A total solar eclipse on April 8 is set to cross North America, passing over Mexico, across the United States from Texas to Maine, and continuing over Canada’s Atlantic coast.

How visually impaired students can ‘get a feel for’ eclipses

April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse. Like fully sighted people, people with partial vision should avoid looking directly at the Sun.

Folklore, facts and figures around solar eclipses

Where does the word eclipse come from? How did the Chinese emperors interpret solar eclipses? What's the Viking tale around solar eclipses and wolves? Prior to April’s total solar eclipse, marvel at these unique tales.

The upcoming total solar eclipse could be among the top travel events of the year

On April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse. It'll be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous US until 2044. Between 1 million and 4 million people are estimated to journey to the path of totality to see it.

Top myths associated with solar eclipses

In spite of the scientific explanation for the celestial event, some misconceptions still endure. April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse.

How 6 ancient cultures explained a solar eclipse

These interpretations helped them make sense of what seemed like an inexplicable phenomenon. April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse, when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the Sun. It'll be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous US until 2044.

Indian-origin scientist Aroh Barjatya to lead NASA rocket mission during upcoming solar eclipse

The main objective is to know how the upper atmosphere, also called ionosphere, will change during the eclipse.

Annular Solar Eclipse on October 14: What to know, when to watch, and how to observe

Here's a concise guide to the 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse, its meaning, visibility locations, and timing of occurrence.

Four eclipse events this year, two would be visible in India

There would be two solar eclipses and two lunar eclipses, said Dr Rajendra Prakash Gupt, Superintendent of Ujjain's Government Jiwaji Observatory.

Partial solar eclipse from Iceland to India on Tuesday

The eclipse will start at 0858 GMT in Iceland and end off the coast of India at 1302 GMT, crossing Europe, North Africa and the Middle East on its way, according to the IMCCE institute of France's Paris Observatory.

A look at what happens during different types of lunar eclipses

The longest partial lunar eclipse of the century will take place between November 18 and 19. Take a look at what happens during different types of lunar eclipses.

Four eclipses in 2021, two to be visible in India

Dr Rajendraprakash Gupt told PTI that the first of these events will be on May 26, and will be seen in parts of West Bengal, coastal Odisha and in the north-eastern states, except Sikkim, as the moon is visible earlier in these places than other parts of the country.

Here's what you should know about Chandra Grahan

The Lunar Eclipse will start at 11:15 pm on June 5 and will remain till 2:34 am on June 6.

Rare 'supermoon' eclipse to unfold on Sunday night

Sky-watchers around the world are in for a treat on Sunday night and Monday when the shadow of Earth casts a reddish glow on the moon, the result of rare combination of an eclipse with the closest full moon of the year.

Rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse dims skies

The sun and moon aligned over the earth in a rare astronomical event on Sunday - an annular eclipse that dimmed the skies over parts of Asia and North America, briefly turning the sun into a blazing ring of fire.