Tue Sep 17 14:02:25 UTC 2024: ## Lunar Eclipse to Grace Skies on September 18th, But Indian Observers Will Miss Out

**New Delhi, India** – Astronomy enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for another celestial event this month: a partial lunar eclipse, or Chandra Grahan, set for September 18th, 2024. This will be the second lunar eclipse of the year, and while it will be visible across five continents, including Europe, Africa, North and South America, and parts of Asia, Indian observers will unfortunately miss out. The Moon will be below the horizon during the eclipse, making it impossible to witness from India.

The eclipse will begin at 6:11 AM IST with the penumbral phase, followed by the partial eclipse at 7:42 AM IST. The penumbral phase will conclude at 10:17 AM IST. While India won’t be able to view the event, it continues to hold religious significance for people throughout the country.

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth positions itself directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the lunar surface. During a partial eclipse, only a portion of the Moon is covered by the Earth’s shadow, often giving the Moon a reddish hue.

NASA has confirmed that the Moon will appear in its full glory for three days, from Monday evening through Thursday evening, allowing everyone to enjoy the supermoon spectacle during that period.

Despite the Indian audience missing out on the partial eclipse, this astronomical event promises to be a captivating spectacle for those lucky enough to witness it.

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