Wed Sep 18 07:13:16 UTC 2024: ## Penumbral Lunar Eclipse Ends: No Show for India, But Global Viewers Enjoyed

**New Delhi, India** – The second and final penumbral lunar eclipse of 2024 has ended, concluding at 10:17 am Indian Standard Time. The eclipse, which began at 6:12 am, lasted for over 4 hours. Though visible across Europe, South and North America, and Africa, the eclipse was not observable in India.

This penumbral lunar eclipse saw the moon pass through the Earth’s penumbra, or the outer, fainter shadow. This resulted in a subtle dimming of the moon, which could be difficult to notice for some viewers.

While India missed out on witnessing this celestial event, sky enthusiasts across the globe enjoyed the eclipse, sharing photos and videos of the moon’s subdued glow on social media.

The next lunar eclipse, scheduled for March 14, 2025, is also expected to be invisible in India. The year 2025 will see a total lunar eclipse on September 7, which will be visible across various parts of the world, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

The final celestial event of 2024 will be an annular solar eclipse on October 2, starting at 9:13 pm and reaching its peak at 3:17 am.

Though the eclipse is over, the celestial drama continues. Stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming solar eclipse and other astronomical events.

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