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News India Live, Digital Desk: The year 2026 is going to be very special in terms of astronomical events. Second and last of this year Lunar eclipse August 2026 It’s going to take. This eclipse is being considered very important from both the viewpoint of astrology and science. When the Earth comes between the Moon and the Sun, a lunar eclipse occurs. This eclipse occurring in August could be a Total Lunar Eclipse, which will be seen as ‘Blood Moon’ at many places.
August 2026 lunar eclipse: date and time
According to almanac and astronomical calculations, this will be the last lunar eclipse of the year 2026. 28 August 2026 Will be affected.
Type of eclipse: Total Lunar Eclipse
Eclipse start: Evening/night of 28th August (Times may vary as per Indian time)
Eclipse duration: more than about 3 hours
Will this eclipse be visible in India?
The biggest question for parents and astrology lovers is whether it will be visible in India? According to early astronomical data, this lunar eclipse was mainly Europe, Africa, North and South America and parts of Asia Will appear in. Its visibility in India may be partial or it may be visible as a ‘penumbral’ eclipse. If the eclipse is visible in India, only then the religious rules and Sutak period will be valid here.
Sutak period: rules and precautions
According to the scriptures, the Sutak period of lunar eclipse starts from the beginning of the eclipse. 9 hours ago Gets applied.
Prohibited activities during Sutak: During this period, the doors of temples remain closed, worship is not performed and cooking or eating food is also considered prohibited.
For pregnant women: Pregnant women are advised to take special precautions during the eclipse period, such as not using sharp objects (knives, scissors) and staying indoors.
End of Sutak: After the eclipse is over, it is considered auspicious to take bath and sprinkle Ganga water all over the house.
effect on zodiac signs
This eclipse from astrological point of view Aquarius and Leo It can affect people more. Chanting the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivay’ or ‘Om Son Somay Namah’ at the time of eclipse is beneficial for mental peace and protection from negative energy.