Blood Moon Over India: Nation Witnesses Rare Total Lunar Eclipse Tonight

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Jammu, September 7, 2025 — Tonight, India’s skies will transform into a canvas of cosmic wonder as a Total Lunar Eclipse—Chandra Grahan—unfolds across the nation. Viewers in Jammu, Udhampur, Delhi, Kolkata, and beyond will witness the Moon take on a haunting crimson glow, earning it the name Blood Moon.

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🌕 Blood Moon Eclipse Begins In:

🌑 Eclipse Timings (IST)

  1. Penumbral phase begins: 8:58 PM
  2. Partial eclipse begins: 9:57 PM
  3. Total eclipse begins: 11:01 PM
  4. Maximum eclipse: 11:41 PM
  5. Total eclipse ends: 12:22 AM
  6. Final penumbral phase ends: 2:25 AM

🔭 What to Expect

During the 82-minute totality phase, Earth’s umbral shadow will engulf the Moon, turning it a deep crimson. This phenomenon unfolds just days before the Moon reaches perigee—its closest point to Earth—making it appear slightly larger than usual.

🧘 Cultural Significance

The Sutak period—considered inauspicious in many traditions—began at 12:57 PM today. Temples across India closed their doors, and devotees in cities like Prayagraj and Gaya began observing rituals. Community leaders advised pregnant people, children, and older adults to take precautions during this time.


📡 Watch Live

WeatherWatch.in is streaming the eclipse live through trusted YouTube partners. Viewers can track real-time updates, explore visibility maps, and enjoy poetic overlays on our dashboard.

“Even in shadow, the Moon glows. Tonight, the sky reminds us: darkness can be beautiful.”


📍 Visibility Across India

Skies will remain clear tonight across Jammu, Udhampur, Srinagar, and much of North and East India. However, cloud cover may reduce visibility in parts of Maharashtra and Kerala.

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Stay tuned to WeatherWatch.in for live coverage, eclipse facts, and safety updates.

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