The longest total solar eclipse visible from land in the 21st century will occur on August 2, 2027, when the Moon will completely obscure the Sun for up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds.

Wonderful World | A once-in-a-century celestial event: The 6-minute solar eclipse that will turn day into night

May 2026 Blue Moon: The fifth month of 2026 is seeing two Full Moons, and so the second one is known as a Blue Moon. However, this is not how the term Blue Moon was traditionally used. Here is everything you need to know about the Blue Moon.

May 2026 Blue Moon: Dates, times, and the one thing you get wrong about it

Blue Moon is a rare occurrence, which is why we have the phrase “Once in a Blue Moon.” But did you know that there are two types of Blue Moon, and the one we commonly know today is not how the term was traditionally used?   

Blue Moon is rare, but actually more common than you think - Traditional vs modern meanings

Full Snow Moon 2026: The full moon of February will rise soon. It will create a rare visual spectacle as a famous star cluster will make an appearance next to it. The night will be bright, surpassing any supermoon night.  

Full Snow Moon 2026: No Supermoon, but it would still be one of the brightest nights. Here's why

On the full-moon night of Kartik, India is bathed in divinity and devotion as devotees across the country celebrate Kartik Purnima with prayers, rituals, and festivities.

Temples, ghats, and holy rivers come alive with lighting, offerings, and devotional ceremonies, reflecting India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

Full-Moon Kartik Night Brings Spiritual Glow Across India

Full Moon photos: October's Full Moon, also known as Harvest Moon, was the first supermoon in a series of three this year. Stunning pictures captured from around the world showcase the beauty of the Moon as it appears at its biggest.

October supermoon: Stunning photos of the full moon from around the world

Blood Moon lit up the sky on the nights of September 7 and 8, offering a rare astronomical display that dazzled the night sky.

This marks the second and last total lunar eclipse of the year.


Full moon Lunar Eclipse 2025: Blood moon dazzled the night sky across the globe 

Astronomical forecasts confirmed that the Buck Moon will be at its fullest at 4:38 pm EDT on July 10, which corresponds to 2:08 am IST on July 11. In India, moonrise is expected at approximately 7:42 pm IST.

July Full Moon 2025: When and where to watch the 'Buck Moon' today — Why it's special

The Full Moon will be visible on July 10 for moon lovers. Here is a comprehensive guide to the upcoming 2025 full moon calendar. 

2025 Full Moon calendar: Dates, names, phases, best time to watch each one and more

The full moon of July will appear extremely large despite being far away. This is because of a phenomenon, an illusion, that occurs every 18.6 years. Here is when to watch Julys full moon and why it is special.

July Full Moon: An optical illusion will make the moon appear abnormally large. Here's why

This weekend's micromoon — the smallest full moon of the year — brings more than just a sky show. Coinciding with Hanuman Jayanti, Baisakhi, and Bak Poya, the rare celestial event carries spiritual meaning across cultures. Here's what makes this full moon special.

Full moon marks Hanuman Jayanti, Paschal moon and more

The last full moon of 2024 will be at its brightest in the night sky on Nov 15. However, in some parts of the world, like North America, Nov 16 would be the best time to view it.

Beaver Moon 2024: The last Supermoon is here, along with the 'Seven Sisters'. Details

October’s full moon is going to be a special one, especially for all Selenophiles it will be a treat to the eyes. The full moon event for this month is due on October 17 and is also known as Hunter’s Moon.

Gather all! October's full moon will be a supermoon: Here's how and when to watch rare Hunter's moon

The year's biggest supermoon, the Hunter's Moon, will rise in the sky next week. Astronomers have been thrilled to see three back-to-back supermoons this year, but October's supermoon is going to be extra special.

Hunter's Moon, biggest supermoon of 2024, is coming in October. Details inside

In pics: September Harvest supermoon to lights up the night sky

There's exciting news for all celestial event lovers! The next super blue moon will appear on August 19. This year, four supermoons are expected, and the first will occur on Monday (Aug 19) at 12:00 am IST (2:26 PM EDT).

Super Blue Moon on August 19: Everything you should know

The month of August will witness a different kind of moon, which has been designated as the blue moon. The blue moon is not very different from any other full moon but has always intrigued skywatchers.

What is blue moon which will shine in August? Here's how you can watch it

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma baby boy Akaay Meaning: Star couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have announced the arrival of their second child — a baby boy. Keeping with the trend, the celebrity couple chose a rather unique name for their bundle of joy: 'Akaay'.

Decoding Akaay: The meaning of Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s newborn son’s name

The first supermoon of 2023 which will be seen in July will appear brighter in the night sky compared to any other full moon that has been witnessed this year. According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, the full moon will be seen in the sky on Monday (July 3) and it will reach its illumination below the horizon at 7:39 am ET.

Supermoon to be 14,000 miles closer to Earth in July compared to full moon

People in different parts of the world were treated to the wonderful sight of the stunning Strawberry Moon which glistened in the night sky over the weekend. The Strawberry Moon was captured by people rising above the Empire State Building, behind Stonehenge and at various other places.

'Strawberry Moon' illuminates night sky. Here's how this full moon got its name

A statement released by Myanmar's junta on Wednesday (May 3) revealed that it had pardoned 2,153 prisoners. The statement mentioned that they were jailed under a law that criminalises encouraging dissent against the military and carries a maximum three-year jail term.

Myanmar junta pardons 2,153 prisoners jailed for dissent against military

The full moon for the month of March is set to rise in the sky on March 7. It is the final full moon of the winter season and will shine bright and full on two nights - March 6 and March 7, although it has been lighting up the night sky for a few days and will continue to do so for a few more after March 7.

EXPLAINED: All about the Worm Moon and why is it the best time to manifest your dreams

The sky was lit up after the Strawberry Moon was seen across the world on Tuesday night. Larger than average full moon, the 'Strawberry Moon' is related to ripening of strawberries during June in northeastern North America.

Sky lits up after 'Strawberry Moon' seen across the world

Raging wildfires in the US northwest and southwestern Canada cast an orange tint on July's full moon on Friday evening, as smoke from multiple blazes gusted toward the east.

US wildfires turn full moon orange

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