Goans will only catch the closing minutes of the total lunar eclipse today, with moonrise in Panaji at 6:40 pm — after totality ends. IMD says the umbral phase concludes at 6:48 pm IST, leaving just a brief and faint partial view.
Tag: Skywatching
Don’t Forget to Look Up! Two Spectacular Celestial Events Set to Light Up the Skies
February 17 will bring a breathtaking Ring of Fire solar eclipse, followed by a dramatic Total Blood Moon lunar eclipse on March 3. Two rare celestial moments — mark your calendars and witness the magic above.
November 2025 Skywatching Guide: Meteor Showers, Planet Highlights & a Moon–Star Dance
November brings a stunning lineup of celestial wonders — from the Moon’s close pass by the Pleiades to bright Taurid fireballs, the Leonid meteor shower, Uranus at its brightest, and the unpredictable Alpha Monocerotids. Mark your calendar for these nights of sky magic!
Natural Satellite Moon on its ‘Striking’ Eclipse Performance This Year!
September 7 – Blood Moon Eclipse: A total lunar eclipse bathed the Moon in deep reds and copper as Earth’s shadow swept across it. October 7 – First Supermoon of the Year: At perigee, the Moon will shine brighter and appear larger. November 5 – The Biggest & Brightest Moon of 2025: A lunar showstopper in the night sky. December 4 – Final Supermoon of the Year: A cool-toned finale to the year’s celestial performances.
The Longest Solar Eclipse of the Century Is Coming on August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, the world will witness a breathtaking total solar eclipse lasting over six minutes — the longest of the 21st century. Stretching across North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Europe, this rare event promises an unforgettable celestial spectacle.
