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Astrology Desk. With the beginning of the year 2026, a rare astronomical event is going to happen in space. The first annular solar eclipse of the year will occur on 17 February 2026. According to the Hindu calendar, this eclipse is going to occur on the full moon date of Phalgun month. According to astrological calculations, this solar eclipse will occur in Saturn’s zodiac sign Aquarius, which is considered important and sensitive in many ways.
Although this would be a wonderful sight for astronomy, it is not considered auspicious in astrology. This time is going to be very challenging especially for the 5 zodiac signs.
Solar eclipse 2026: timing and visibility
This first solar eclipse of the year will not be visible in India, due to which it will not be visible here. sutak period Will not be valid.
Beginning of eclipse: 03:26 pm
End of eclipse: 07:57 pm
Duration: This eclipse will last for approximately 4 hours 31 minutes.
These 5 zodiac signs will be negatively affected: Be careful!
1. Leo: Tension will increase in the workplace
The lord of Leo is Sun God himself, hence this eclipse will have a direct impact on you.
Caution: Coordination with senior officers in the office may be disturbed. It is better to postpone any big investment or career related decision during this period.
2. Virgo: Be cautious of enemies.
This eclipse is going to happen in your sixth house, which is the place of disease and enemies.
Caution: Secret enemies may become active. Don’t trust any stranger. There may be obstacles in the work being done, so be patient.
3. Scorpio: Family concerns and health
The eclipse will take place in the fourth house of your zodiac sign, which is considered the place of happiness and mother.
Caution: A situation of discord may arise at home. Do not be careless about the health of your parents. Do not make property or land deals now.
4. Aquarius: Mental stress and pressure
Since the eclipse is occurring in your own zodiac sign, the mental impact will be most visible on you only.
Caution: Unnecessary worries and insecurities may bother you. Keep control on your speech, otherwise you may have a dispute with your loved ones.
5. Pisces: Signs of financial loss
For Pisces people, this eclipse will be in the sense of expenditure.
Caution: There are chances of sudden financial loss. Avoid spending without budget. Be conscious of your health, especially stomach related problems can cause trouble.
Ways to avoid inauspicious effects of eclipse
If the eclipse has a bad effect on your zodiac sign, then these measures can be beneficial:
Donation: After the eclipse, donate jaggery, wheat or copper utensils as per your capacity.
Mantra chanting: Mentally chant ‘Om Adityaya Namah’ or ‘Gayatri Mantra’ during the eclipse period.
Worship: Worship of Lord Shiva and recitation of Hanuman Chalisa reduces negativity.