Solar eclipses happen when the Sun, Moon, and Earth come into alignment, either fully or partially. These celestial events offer a unique and breathtaking view of the Sun or Moon depending on their alignment.

When the Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth, it casts a shadow on the Earth's surface, resulting in the partial or total coverage of the Sun's light in specific areas. Such occurrences are infrequent due to the Moon's orbit not perfectly aligning with that of the Sun and Earth. These moments of alignment are termed eclipse seasons, happening twice annually.

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The United States' space agency, NASA, has announced that a total solar eclipse is slated to traverse North America on 8 April 8 2024 passing through Mexico, the USA, and Canada. Additionally, this solar phenomenon will be observable from various locations including Western Europe, the Pacific and Atlantic regions, the Arctic, Mexico, North America, Central America, the northern part of South America, Canada, as well as the Northwest region of England and Ireland.

The solar eclipse will not be visible in India. There are reports suggesting a similar solar eclipse was witnessed back in 1971. This upcoming event is anticipated to see the Moon blocking the Sun for an extended period, resulting in the sky darkening for about 7.5 minutes. In areas where the eclipse can be seen, there may be a nocturnal atmosphere during the daytime.

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<h2>Solar Eclipse 2024: How to watch event</h2>

You can watch the live stream on YouTube provided by NASA.

Don't look directly at the Sun, use solar filters or eclipse glasses.

Ensure you are aware of the appropriate times and use specialised eye protection designed for observing the sun. Directly looking at the sun without proper eye protection is hazardous, except during the brief total phase of a total solar eclipse when the moon entirely covers the face of the sun.

To safely watch a total solar eclipse, use certified solar viewing glasses, ensuring they meet safety standards. Create a pinhole projector for indirect viewing or employ solar filters on telescopes/binoculars. Never look directly at the Sun without proper eye protection, and prioritise safety during this extraordinary celestial event. &nbsp; &nbsp;

<h2>Solar Eclipse 2024: What are the timings of the eclipse?&nbsp;</h2>

This will start at around 9:12 pm IST&nbsp;on April 8 and will end at 1:25 am at midnight. While it will be nighttime&nbsp;in India,&nbsp;the effect of this eclipse will be visible for several hours in different areas of America, Mexico, and Canada.

 
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Solar eclipses happen when the Sun, Moon, and Earth come into alignment, either fully or partially. These celestial events offer a unique and breathtaking view of the Sun or Moon depending on their alignment.

Solar eclipses happen when the Sun, Moon, and Earth come into alignment, either fully or partially. These celestial events offer a unique and breathtaking view of the Sun or Moon depending on their alignment. When the Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth, it casts a shadow on the Earth's surface, resulting in the partial or total coverage of the Sun's light in specific areas. Such occurrences are infrequent due to the Moon's orbit not perfectly aligning with that of the Sun and Earth. These moments of alignment are termed eclipse seasons, happening twice annually. Also read | UK company develops Harry Potter-like invisibility cloak. Watch how it works The United States' space agency, NASA, has announced that a total solar eclipse is slated to traverse North America on 8 April 8 2024 passing through Mexico, the USA, and Canada. Additionally, this solar phenomenon will be observable from various locations including Western Europe, the Pacific and Atlantic regions, the Arctic, Mexico, North America, Central America, the northern part of South America, Canada, as well as the Northwest region of England and Ireland. The solar eclipse will not be visible in India. There are reports suggesting a similar solar eclipse was witnessed back in 1971. This upcoming event is anticipated to see the Moon blocking the Sun for an extended period, resulting in the sky darkening for about 7.5 minutes. In areas where the eclipse can be seen, there may be a nocturnal atmosphere during the daytime. Also read | Southern California skies light up with golden meteor showers or comet? Here's what analysts say Solar Eclipse 2024: How to watch event You can watch the live stream on YouTube provided by NASA. Don't look directly at the Sun, use solar filters or eclipse glasses. Ensure you are aware of the appropriate times and use specialised eye protection designed for observing the sun. Directly looking at the sun without proper eye protection is hazardous, except during the brief total phase of a total solar eclipse when the moon entirely covers the face of the sun. To safely watch a total solar eclipse, use certified solar viewing glasses, ensuring they meet safety standards. Create a pinhole projector for indirect viewing or employ solar filters on telescopes/binoculars. Never look directly at the Sun without proper eye protection, and prioritise safety during this extraordinary celestial event. Solar Eclipse 2024: What are the timings of the eclipse? This will start at around 9:12 pm IST on April 8 and will end at 1:25 am at midnight. While it will be nighttime in India, the effect of this eclipse will be visible for several hours in different areas of America, Mexico, and Canada. (With inputs from agencies)

Total Solar Eclipse 2024 Date: What time will the solar eclipse start and when, where and how to watch

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is a festival celebrated by the Hindus and Jains. According to the Hindu calendar, this auspicious festival falls on the third day of the Hindu month of Vaisakha.&nbsp

This festival is also celebrated as the birthday of Lord Parasurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. One might also find it interesting that on this day, Ved Vyas commenced writing the Mahabharata.

This year it is being observed on April 18.

Hindus believe that the day of Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious one for buying gold and jewellery. One anticipates good fortune and success in financial areas while shopping or investing in gold during this time.

While Pandavas were in their exile, it was on this holy day that Lord Krishna blessed them with the Akshaya Patra or the vessel that never goes empty. Several notable personalities including Basaveshwara, Ramanujacharya, Adi Shankaracharya and Swami Chinmayananda were all born on Akshaya Tritiya.

Once Sudhama, the childhood friend of Krishna wished to meet Krishna later in his life after having fathered several children and suffering in poverty. Sudhama knew that Krishna always liked beaten rice (poha). Therefore he bundled some of it in a cloth and hung it on his back during a long and tedious journey to Krishna’s abode. Krishna gave his friend a royal welcome and had three mouthfuls of the poha that Sudhama got for him.

Sudhama did not ask for any favour during that time and thus returned home. To his utter surprise, the entire household was found transformed like a heaven overflowing with all wealth and prosperity that would suffice for more than a lifetime. Thus, it was on Akshaya Tritiya that Krishna blessed his poor devotee with such an incomparable wealth.

The auspicious timings for purchasing gold are as follows:

Morning 5.57 am to 9.09 am 
Morning 10.45 am to 12.21 pm 
Afternoon 3.33 pm to 06.45 pm 
Evening 8.08 pm to 12.20 am

Hindus believe that the day of Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious one for buying gold and jewellery.

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is a festival celebrated by the Hindus and Jains. According to the Hindu calendar, this auspicious festival falls on the third day of the Hindu month of Vaisakha. This festival is also celebrated as the birthday of Lord Parasurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. One might also find it interesting that on this day, Ved Vyas commenced writing the Mahabharata. This year it is being observed on April 18. Hindus believe that the day of Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious one for buying gold and jewellery. One anticipates good fortune and success in financial areas while shopping or investing in gold during this time. While Pandavas were in their exile, it was on this holy day that Lord Krishna blessed them with the Akshaya Patra or the vessel that never goes empty. Several notable personalities including Basaveshwara, Ramanujacharya, Adi Shankaracharya and Swami Chinmayananda were all born on Akshaya Tritiya. Once Sudhama, the childhood friend of Krishna wished to meet Krishna later in his life after having fathered several children and suffering in poverty. Sudhama knew that Krishna always liked beaten rice (poha). Therefore he bundled some of it in a cloth and hung it on his back during a long and tedious journey to Krishna’s abode. Krishna gave his friend a royal welcome and had three mouthfuls of the poha that Sudhama got for him. Sudhama did not ask for any favour during that time and thus returned home. To his utter surprise, the entire household was found transformed like a heaven overflowing with all wealth and prosperity that would suffice for more than a lifetime. Thus, it was on Akshaya Tritiya that Krishna blessed his poor devotee with such an incomparable wealth. The auspicious timings for purchasing gold are as follows: Morning 5.57 am to 9.09 am Morning 10.45 am to 12.21 pm Afternoon 3.33 pm to 06.45 pm Evening 8.08 pm to 12.20 am

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