Total Lunar Eclipse Delights India; Next Visible in 2028

On Sunday, a rare total lunar eclipse was visible across India, drawing the attention of sky watchers from Ladakh to Tamil Nadu. The Earth’s shadow commenced covering the moon at 9:57 PM on Sunday. Although cloud cover from the monsoon hampered viewing in some locations, the spectacle of the total lunar eclipse remained a sight to behold. The Earth’s shadow fully enveloped the moon at 11:01 PM on Sunday night, causing the moon to take on a copper-red appearance, showcasing the extraordinary event. The total eclipse phase occurred between 11:01 PM and 12:23 AM, lasting 82 minutes. The final total lunar eclipse of the year has occurred. The lunar eclipse spanned 3 hours and 28 minutes. The final solar eclipse of the year will be on September 21, 2025, on the new moon.