DOZENS OF PEOPLE at the Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland pulled out lawn chairs, set up their telescopes, and bundled up in thick blankets as Dozens gathered at Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland for a 3:04 a.

Delhi and Mumbai: Moonrise is expected between 6:22 PM and 6:42 PM. Viewers in these cities will likely see only the final 5 to 25 minutes of the partial phase. Bengaluru and Chennai: The Moon will rise around 6:20 PM, offering approximately 15 to 20 minutes of visibility.

A total lunar eclipse turned the moon blood red over Helena this morning. The Montana Learning Center had some of the best views in the area with its specialized telescopes.

"A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between Earth and the Sun. When this happens, the Moon gradually blocks out the light from the Sun. If the Sun and Moon line up perfectly in the sky, we call it a total solar eclipse. The daytime sky becomes darker, until it feels just like night—you can even see the stars!"

Once the lunar eclipse concludes, many people follow age-old rituals believed to restore spiritual harmony at home. A common practice involves sprinkling Ganga jal in different parts of the house as a symbolic act of purification. Devotees typically bathe afterward, wear fresh clothes, and light a diya in their home temple.

Chandra Grahan 2026 on Holika Dahan: A rare celestial event will coincide with Holika Dahan in 2026. According to astronomical data released by NASA and eclipse charts referenced by Indian Space Research Organisation, a Lunar Eclipse (Chandra Grahan) will occur on March 3, 2026 (Tuesday), the same evening as Holika Dahan.

Pakistan is set to witness a total lunar eclipse during the holy month of Ramadan, with the rare celestial event scheduled to occur on March 3, 2026,

On 3 March 2026, a partial lunar eclipse will be visible from parts of India, including Nagpur and Chennai, primarily at moonrise around sunset.