Solar Eclipse
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Solar eclipse and coronavirus: Why the Sun's corona shares its name with the virus
Lifestyle | Aug 13, 2026, 01:02 PM ISTWhy is the Sun's outer atmosphere called the corona, and what does it have to do with coronavirus? The answer lies in the crown-like appearance of both. Here's how the word connects the spectacular solar eclipse with a familiar term from virology.
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Solar eclipse 2026 videos reveal breathtaking scenes as the Sun disappears behind the Moon
Trending | Aug 13, 2026, 11:36 AM ISTThe August 12 total solar eclipse turned daytime skies dramatically dark along its path of totality, with the Moon briefly blocking the Sun and revealing its glowing corona. Watch videos capturing the rare celestial event as it unfolded across parts of Europe.
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How did solar eclipse captivate cricket, football, F1 fans across Europe?
Other Sports | Aug 14, 2026, 01:05 PM ISTA partial solar eclipse captivated cricket, football, athletics and F1 fans across Europe. Spectators watched the rare celestial event from Edgbaston, Salzburg, Birmingham and Madrid, while matches continued as normal despite the dramatic change in the skies.
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Solar eclipse 2026: Breathtaking photos capture the Moon's mesmerising dance with the Sun
Lifestyle | Aug 13, 2026, 09:31 AM ISTA rare celestial spectacle unfolded on August 12 as the Moon passed across the Sun, creating breathtaking views along the eclipse path. Here are some of the most striking photos capturing the dramatic skies, glowing corona and fleeting moments of totality.
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When will Chandra Grahan occur after Surya Grahan 2026? Check date and visibility
Spirituality | Aug 12, 2026, 04:25 PM ISTChandra Grahan 2026 will follow the August 12 Surya Grahan. Know when the lunar eclipse will occur, whether it will be visible in India, where it can be seen and whether Sutak Kaal will apply.
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Total solar eclipse 2026 highlights: Stunning views from Iceland and Spain, NASA experiment and more
Spirituality | Aug 12, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTTotal solar eclipse 2026 highlights: Catch the key moments from the rare celestial event as totality swept across Iceland and Spain, while NASA tracked the eclipse using its WB-57 aircraft and scientific balloon experiments.
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How long will the August 2026 solar eclipse last? Here are the details
Spirituality | Aug 11, 2026, 08:30 PM ISTThe second and final solar eclipse of 2026 will last around 4 hours and 31 minutes on August 12-13. Check the eclipse timing, duration, visibility and find out whether it can be seen from India.
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Should you eat, sleep or bathe during a solar eclipse? Here's what you need to know
Spirituality | Aug 11, 2026, 02:07 PM ISTWhat should you eat during a solar eclipse, is sleeping really forbidden and do you need to bathe afterwards? From traditional Indian beliefs around eclipses to the scientific view, here is what you need to know about these commonly followed practices.
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Will India be able to witness the August solar eclipse? Check the date, timing and details
Spirituality | Aug 10, 2026, 03:54 PM ISTThe first total solar eclipse of 2026 will occur on August 12. Find out whether the eclipse will be visible in India, where totality can be seen, timings, best viewing locations and important safety precautions.
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August 2026 will see both a solar and lunar eclipse. Will Sutak apply?
Spirituality | Jul 24, 2026, 07:31 PM ISTAugust 2026 will witness both a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse, but will either be visible in India? Here's what the eclipse timings mean, whether the Sutak period will be observed and if there will be any impact on Raksha Bandhan.
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Solar vs Lunar Eclipse: What’s the spiritual difference and why rituals change
Spirituality | Feb 28, 2026, 05:51 PM ISTEclipses are more than astronomical events in Hindu tradition. While science explains the alignment of the Sun, Earth and Moon, spiritually, both solar and lunar eclipses are believed to carry different energies.
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Surya Grahan 2026: Don’t miss this crucial 2 minute 20 second solar eclipse moment
Spirituality | Feb 17, 2026, 03:21 PM ISTThe first solar eclipse of 2026, an annular ‘Ring of Fire’, occurs on February 17 but won’t be visible in India. Here’s a complete guide to eclipse timings, peak phase, global visibility zones and how to watch it safely online.
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Solar Eclipse 2026 precautions: What to avoid and what to do during Surya Grahan
Spirituality | Feb 17, 2026, 01:28 PM ISTSolar Eclipse 2026 has sparked renewed interest in belief-based precautions. From avoiding food and new beginnings to mantra chanting and post-grahan cleansing baths, astrologer-backed guidelines outline what devotees traditionally follow during the eclipse.
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Solar Eclipse 2026 Ring of Fire updates: Will people in India be affected?
Spirituality | Feb 17, 2026, 08:01 PM ISTThe first solar eclipse of 2026, a ‘Ring of Fire’ annular eclipse, will be visible in parts of Africa and South America but not in India. From grahan timings to Sutak Kaal, rituals and zodiac beliefs, here’s what to know.
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Surya Grahan 2026 in India: Sutak period timings and significance
Spirituality | Feb 17, 2026, 08:01 PM ISTThe first solar eclipse of 2026 will occur today on February 17. Here’s a complete guide to Indian city-wise grahan time, precautions and spiritual remedies.
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Solar Eclipse in Aquarius 2026: Tarot predictions for every zodiac sign
Astrology | Feb 16, 2026, 07:41 PM ISTThe Solar Eclipse in Aquarius 2026 marks a transformative moment of innovation, authenticity and karmic change. Tarot reader Pooja Verma offers card-based guidance for each zodiac sign, revealing themes of endings, breakthroughs and spiritual awakening.
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Surya Grahan 2026: Will the February 17 solar eclipse be visible in India?
Spirituality | Feb 16, 2026, 03:42 PM ISTThe first Solar Eclipse of 2026 will take place on February 17, beginning at 3:26 PM IST and ending at 7:57 PM IST, lasting approximately four hours and 32 minutes. While eclipses are considered spiritually sensitive periods in Hindu belief, this particular Surya Grahan will not be visible in India.
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First Surya Grahan 2026: Sutak kaal timing, rules, and precautions explained
Spirituality | Feb 16, 2026, 12:23 PM ISTThe first Surya Grahan (solar eclipse) of 2026 will take place on February 17, 2026. According to Hindu beliefs, Sutak Kaal is a period of impurity that begins several hours before a solar eclipse and ends after the eclipse concludes.
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Surya Grahan 2026: Will solar eclipse occur on Phalguna Amavasya? Know exact details
Spirituality | Feb 16, 2026, 10:00 AM ISTThere has been confusion about whether Surya Grahan will occur on Phalguna Amavasya in 2026. The truth is that an annular solar eclipse will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, which coincides with Phalguna Amavasya according to the Hindu calendar.
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Amavasya February 2026 Date: New moon on Feb 16 or 17?
Spirituality | Feb 14, 2026, 01:07 PM ISTPhalguna Amavasya 2026 falls on February 17, with the tithi beginning the previous evening. The day holds strong religious significance for Shraadh, Tarpan and charity rituals. An annular solar eclipse will also occur, though it will not be visible in India.