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Goa to Witness Barely 8 Minutes of Lunar Eclipse as Moon Rises After Totality Ends

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.

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Chandra Grahan 2026 on Holi: Date, India Timings, Sutak Period, Visibility & Traditional Do’s and Don’ts

A rare total lunar eclipse will occur on March 3, 2026, coinciding with Holi. Here’s everything you need to know — exact India timings, Sutak period, state-wise visibility, how to watch safely, and traditional beliefs associated with Chandra Grahan.

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Total Lunar Eclipse on March 3 to Be Last ‘Blood Moon’ Until New Year’s Eve 2028

Skywatchers can witness a stunning 58-minute total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026 — the final “blood moon” before a nearly three-year gap. The next total lunar eclipse will occur on December 31, 2028.

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Rare Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse to Light Up Goa Skies on September 7

A spectacular celestial event is set to unfold over Goa on Sunday night, September 7, as a rare Blood Moon total lunar eclipse will be clearly visible to the naked eye. The eclipse will peak at 11:41 pm, casting a coppery red hue across the Moon. Local astronomy groups are organizing public viewing sessions across five locations in Goa.

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Blood Moon Rising: Total Lunar Eclipse Coming September 7, 2025

On the night of September 7, 2025, skywatchers around the world will be treated to a breathtaking total lunar eclipse. As the Moon drifts through Earth's shadow, it will glow in stunning shades of red and orange — a rare Blood Moon event not to be missed.