A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby casting its shadow on our home planet. This is a rare occurrence, since the Moon's orbit is tilted compared with Earth's path around the Sun. All three celestial bodies must align perfectly for an eclipse to happen.
August 12 solar eclipse from International Space Station: NASA astronaut Jessica Meir shares photos
Meir shared photos captured from the Russian segment of the ISS, which saw a partial solar eclipse.
Published: 8 hours ago | By Harsh Vardhan
Total solar eclipse 2026 recap: Key highlights, images, videos and what comes next
A recap of the total solar eclipse that swept the globe on August 12, in images and video.
Published: 20 hours ago | By Ankita Garkoti
Total solar eclipse 2026: Tips, recommended glasses and equipment to see August 12 event safely
One must remember to ensure any solar eclipse viewing gear conforms with safety standards.
Published: 1 day ago | By Pranjal Nath
Total solar eclipse 2026: Don’t miss the event if you’re in these US, Canadian, European or African cities today
Residents of the US, Europe, Canada, and northwestern Africa will see a partial eclipse, meaning only a portion of the Sun will be blocked by the Moon.
Published: 1 day ago | By Harsh Vardhan
Perseid meteor shower 2026 peak date and time: When, where, and how to watch the shooting stars
This year's peak arrives hours after a rare total solar eclipse. Here's where to catch it.
Published: 2 days ago | By Ankita Garkoti
Total solar eclipse 2026: When and where to livestream the spectacular event on August 12
Afraid of missing the total solar eclipse of August 12? Worry not, there are many livestreams available.
Published: 2 days ago | By Shiladitya Ray
Parts of U.S. may experience auroras on August 12 as CME heads toward Earth
Besides auroral activity, the U.S. will also get to experience a solar eclipse and the Perseid meteor shower on August 12.
Published: 2 days ago | By Pranjal Nath
Total solar eclipse 2026: 10 amazing things to see during this rare celestial event
Here’s what to look for before, during and after totality on August 12, 2026.
Published: 2 days ago | By Ankita Garkoti
Total solar eclipse 2026: Here's what happens at each stage on August 12
Here's what will happen in the sky during the total solar eclipse, from partial eclipse to totality.
Published: 2 days ago | By Ankita Garkoti
Total Solar Eclipse 2026 is just days away—here’s how to safely watch the event on August 12
The eclipse will be witnessed by millions across different continents on August 12 and it will offer scientists a rare chance to study the Sun.
Updated: 4 days ago | By Harsh Vardhan
Why are total solar eclipses so rare, and how can you watch one safely?
Total solar eclipses rank among the rarest sights in the sky. Here's what makes them so hard to catch.
Published: Aug 3, 2026 | By Ankita Garkoti
From NASA telescope launch to total solar eclipse, list of major astronomy and spaceflight events in August
From meteor showers to solar eclipses and important space launches, August has a stellar lineup.
Published: Jul 31, 2026 | By Harsh Vardhan
NASA to live stream August 12 solar eclipse, launch experiments: Here's all you need to know
NASA has said that the experiments are to study the Sun’s corona and the impact of the temporary darkness of our skies on the atmosphere.
Published: Jul 30, 2026 | By Harsh Vardhan
What is a Total Solar Eclipse? How it works, its history and why it still matters today
We've tracked eclipses for thousands of years. Here's all you need to know about this phenomenon.
Published: Jul 27, 2026 | By Ankita Garkoti
Total Solar Eclipse 2026: City-wise timings to watch the rare August 12 event in US and Europe
Dozens of cities will see a partial eclipse, while some will witness a total eclipse. Check details.
Published: Jul 27, 2026 | By Harsh Vardhan
Perseid meteor shower and total solar eclipse to coincide on August 12—here’s what you need to know
Stargazers in the northern hemisphere are in for a celestial treat this August.
Published: Jul 21, 2026 | By Harsh Vardhan
Total solar eclipse on August 12: Path of totality, timings and best viewing locations
Next month, Greenland, Iceland, Russia, Spain, and Portugal will witness a rare total solar eclipse.
Published: Jul 16, 2026 | By Harsh Vardhan
Best astronomy events of summer 2026: Buck Moon, total solar eclipse and more celestial shows
From dazzling meteor showers and full moons to a rare total solar eclipse, summer 2026 has it all.
Published: Jun 25, 2026 | By Disita Sikdar
August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse to bring rare sunset spectacle—check the best viewing locations
Viewers from some parts of the world will be able to see a partially eclipsed sunset.
Published: Jun 16, 2026 | By Disita Sikdar
Total Solar Eclipse 2026: Date, time, viewing locations, and safety measures—all you need to know
A total solar eclipse will take place in August this year. Here's everything to know about it.
Published: Jun 11, 2026 | By Disita Sikdar