Solar eclipses occur at least two times yearly around the globe, but experiencing one from a location happens infrequently, sometimes just once every hundred years.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Rare Sight For Many
Solar Eclipse, Surya Grahan 2025 Live Updates: The month of September is going to witness another astronomical phenomenon after the Lunar eclipse that occurred on September 7. The second and final solar eclipse of 2025 is set to occur on September 21. It will be a partial solar eclipse. While a solar eclipse is a significant astronomical phenomenon, it also carries religious and astrological meaning in various cultures including India. Traditionally, solar eclipses are considered inauspicious, and people are often advised to follow specific precautions and rituals during the event.
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Why does a solar eclipse occur?
A solar eclipse occurs on a new moon day when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun and all three celestial bodies are in alignment. A partial solar eclipse occurs when the solar disc is partially blocked by the lunar disc. According to NASA, ‘Partial solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth but the Sun, Moon, and Earth are not perfectly lined up. Only a part of the Sun will appear to be covered, giving it a crescent shape.
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Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: check date, time and visibility in India
While it is one of the interesting astronomical events, the final solar eclipse of the year will not be visible from India. As it will occur during night in India, it will have no visibility here. Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and several islands in the Pacific Ocean will witness the partial solar eclipse. Notably, it will occur on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
| Event | Time (UTC) | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Eclipse Begins | 17:29 | 22:59 IST |
| Maximum Eclipse | 19:41 | 01:11 IST (Sep 22) |
| Eclipse Ends | 21:53 | 03:23 IST (Sep 22) |
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Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates:
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: The apex of the eclipse will be at 1:11 AM
The highest point of this solar eclipse will occur at 1:11 AM IST on the 22nd of September, covering approximately 85% of the Sun's area, predominantly over remote parts of ocean south of New Zealand.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Solar Eclipse of 2025 is here
The last solar eclipse of 2025 has officially started at 10:59 PM IST tonight. This is a partial solar eclipse visible from parts of Southern Hemisphere such as New Zealand, Antarctica and Australia.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Where It Will Be Visible?
People in locations such as Sydney, Auckland, Wellington, Suva, Papeete, Pago Pago, and even Antarctic research stations like McMurdo will have the opportunity to experience the full spectacle of the eclipse.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Understanding the Celestial Beauty of a Partial Solar Eclipse
Unlike a total eclipse where the Sun is entirely hidden, a partial eclipse takes place when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun but covers only a portion of the Sun’s surface, making it appear as though a “bite” has been taken out of it. This effect occurs because viewers are positioned within the penumbra—the lighter, outer part of the Moon’s shadow—rather than the darker central region, or umbra, that causes a full eclipse.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Surya Grahan will not be visible in India.
The last solar eclipse of the year will occur on the night of September 21st in the constellation of Virgo and the constellation of Uttara Phalguni. This eclipse will begin at 11:00 PM and last until 3:23 AM. This partial solar eclipse will not be visible in India.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Next solar eclipse will occur in 2026
It's important to note that today's solar eclipse is the last. The next solar eclipse will occur in 2026. Next year, there will be two solar eclipses.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Will it be Visible in US, Canada, Australia?
The partial solar eclipse on September 21 will not be viewable in either the United States or Canada. Viewers will only be able to either view it with a live stream or wait for the next eclipse on August 12, 2026.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Religious importance of today’s Grahan
Today’s Surya Grahan (Solar Eclipse) overlaps with Sarva Pitru Amavasya, which is when Hindus honour their ancestors. Devotees believe the eclipse further increases the spiritual aura of the day so anything done after the Grahan – the rituals, the daan-punya (dana - charity) which are recommended after a Grahan - would have added importance.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: What is the Sutak Kaal for Surya Grahan today, if it is not visible in India
Astrologer Arun Pandit explained a few days back in a video posted on social media that since the Surya Grahan today would not be seen in India, there would not be Sutak Kaal in India either.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Is it safe to sleep during a solar eclipse?
Beliefs based in astrology claim that sleeping during a solar eclipse is discouraged because this time is said to hold greater negative energy, which could do harm to body and mind. Cultures around the world believe resting or sleeping during a solar eclipse could bring negative energy into one’s physical and mental wellbeing and therefore often encourage people to stay awake and present until the eclipse is over.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: How Often Do Solar Eclipses Occur?
Solar eclipses take place at least twice a year somewhere on Earth. But catching one from the same spot is rare, sometimes only once in centuries.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Rare solar eclipse coincidence after 122 years
Astrologers have stated that on 21 September 2025, a rare celestial concurrence will take place nearly 122 years later. This year, there was a solar eclipse that began the Pitru Paksha (the fortnight of homage to ancestors) and it will also end with a solar eclipse. Astrologers noted the last occurrence of such a rare alignment in 1903.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: New Zealand, Antarctica witness up to 85% Sun obscured in partial eclipse
According to reports, New Zealand and Antarctica have witnessed up to 85% Sun obscured in partial Solar eclipse.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Surya Grahan to miss India? Here's what you need to know
While it is one of the interesting astronomical events, the final solar eclipse of the year will not be visible from India. As it will occur during night in India, it will have no visibility here. Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and several islands in the Pacific Ocean will witness the partial solar eclipse. Notably, it will occur on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: How to watch partial solar eclipse online?
Time and Date is partnering with the Dunedin Astronomical Society in New Zealand to host a free YouTube livestream of the September 21-22 eclipse. The broadcast will showcase real-time views of each phase, accompanied by expert commentary from astrophysicist Graham Jones and journalist Anne Buckle.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Is Sutak applicable in India?
Although Sutak is usually observed 12 hours before a solar eclipse, it only applies if the eclipse is visible at the location. Since the September 21-22 Surya Grahan will not be visible in India, the Sutak rules will not apply here.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Will Surya Grahan be visible in India?
While it is one of the interesting astronomical events, the final solar eclipse of the year will not be visible from India. As it will occur during night in India, it will have no visibility here. Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and several islands in the Pacific Ocean will witness the partial solar eclipse. Notably, it will occur on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Why is the eclipse special?
This will be the last solar eclipse of 2025 and will occur near the September equinox, a time when day and night are nearly equal on Earth, making this astronomical event all the more interesting. Also, this eclipse falls during the Pitru Paksha/Shraddha period. However, since it will not be visible in India, religious rules like Sutak will not apply.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: How long will the Eclipse last?
The partial solar eclipse will last for 4 hours and 24 minutes, starting at 10:59 PM IST on September 21 (today) and ending at 3:23 AM IST on September 22 (tomorrow).
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates:Which Cities will have the best view?
Sydney, Auckland, Wellington, Suva, Papeete, Pago Pago and Antarctic stations like McMurdo will experience best view.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Do’s and don’ts for eating during Solar Eclipse
While a solar eclipse is a significant astronomical phenomenon, it also carries religious and astrological meaning in various cultures, including India. Traditionally, solar eclipses are considered inauspicious, and people are often advised to follow specific precautions and rituals during the event.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Check timing of Surya Grahan
While it is one of the interesting astronomical events, the final solar eclipse of the year will not be visible from India. As it will occur during night in India, it will have no visibility here. Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and several islands in the Pacific Ocean will witness the partial solar eclipse. Notably, it will occur on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
Timings:
The eclipse will begin at 17:29 UTC (10:59 PM IST), reach its maximum at 19:41 UTC (1:11 AM IST on September 22), and end at 21:53 UTC (3:23 AM IST on September 22).
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Why does a solar eclipse occur?
A solar eclipse occurs on a new moon day when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun and all three celestial bodies are in alignment. A partial solar eclipse occurs when the solar disc is partially blocked by the lunar disc. According to NASA, ‘Partial solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth but the Sun, Moon, and Earth are not perfectly lined up. Only a part of the Sun will appear to be covered, giving it a crescent shape.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: What will happen during Surya Grahan?
The sky will turn dark and the Sun will be partially visible like a crescent.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: Where will the Surya Grahan be visible?
The rare celestial event, a partial one, will be visible across parts of Australia, the South Pacific, Antarctica, and New Zealand.
Solar Eclipse 2025 Live Updates: When to watch Surya Grahan?
The second and final solar eclipse of 2025 will occur at 1.29 pm EDT on Sunday, September 21. Indian skywatchers waiting to experience this phenomenon can watch it through online live streams, as it won’t be visible in the country. Due to the timing, the eclipse would occur after sunset in India.
