SaralnamaA total lunar eclipse will occur on the night of 7-8 September 2025, visible across India and many parts of Asia, Africa, Europe, and Australia. During this eclipse, the moon will turn a deep red color, known as a blood moon, due to Earth's shadow and atmospheric effects. The eclipse will last about 82 minutes, making it one of the longest recent total lunar eclipses. Major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Pune, Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Chandigarh will have clear views if weather conditions are good. Best viewing spots include dark-sky locations such as Coorg in Karnataka, Kausani and Mukteshwar in Uttarakhand, Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh, and Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. The eclipse starts with the Earth's shadow gradually covering the moon and reaches totality when the moon glows red. This rare event offers a great chance for sky watchers and astronomy lovers in India to witness a spectacular natural phenomenon. (Updated 28 Aug 2025, 16:55 IST; source: link)