Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:05am on 25 Mar 2024,Monday Science
As India gears up for Holi celebrations, the first lunar eclipse of 2024 coincides with the festival, beginning at 10:23 am on March 25. The penumbral eclipse, lasting 4 hours and 39 minutes, will be visible to North and South America but not to observers in India. Religious activities remain unrestricted during the eclipse, with temple doors open. Lunar eclipses occur twice yearly as the moon passes through Earth's shadow, appearing to darken. This celestial event precedes a total solar eclipse on April 8, marking a significant period for skywatchers and festival enthusiasts alike.
