SKYWATCHING

August 27-28, 2026 Partial Lunar Eclipse: How to watch the spectacular event live online

During the eclipse, the Moon will turn almost into a ‘blood Moon’ turning coppery red as it moves through Earth’s shadow. 
Published: Aug 23, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Partial lunar eclipse 2026: Why you won’t want to miss this event on August 27-28

As much as 96 per cent of the Moon’s surface will be covered in Earth’s shadow and its rarity makes this event a must watch. 
Published: Aug 23, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Partial lunar eclipse August 27-28, 2026: Time, visibility, and how to watch from the US

The partial lunar eclipse this week will turn the moon nearly blood red. Here's when to look up.
Published: Aug 22, 2026  |  By Ankita Garkoti

NASA's Perseverance captured a solar eclipse on Mars; see videos & images here

Mars's moon passed in front of the sun and gave the Red Planet its own solar eclipse.
Published: Aug 21, 2026  |  By Ankita Garkoti

Aurora alert: NOAA issues fresh warning about incoming geomagnetic storm on August 19

Fast streams of solar wind will be responsible for the August 19 storm, as opposed to a CME.
Published: Aug 18, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

A fireball exploded with a force of 10 tons of TNT over Washington on August 14

More than 250 eyewitnesses across states reported the fireball's sighting to the American Meteor Society.
Published: Aug 17, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

NASA aircraft captures stunning footage of August 12 total solar eclipse from 50,000 feet; watch

The footage was taken using a suite of cameras aboard the WB-57 spacecraft which took off Iceland.
Published: Aug 17, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

High geomagnetic activity could trigger aurora in northern latitudes on August 17

The heightened storm-like conditions will actually begin before dawn of August 17, 2026.
Published: Aug 17, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Venus shines at its peak evening brilliance on August 16; here’s where to look tonight

Venus is in ‘greatest eastern elongation’—meaning it will appear the farthest from the Sun as seen from Earth.
Published: Aug 16, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Perseid meteor shower peak 2026: Best images of the celestial fireworks from August 12-13

The Perseids will be active until August 24, so you can spot more meteors in the days to come.
Published: Aug 14, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Aurigid meteor shower 2026: More fireballs coming your way on September 1—check visibility and other details

The Aurigids are one of the lesser known and shorter-lived showers that are active from August end.
Published: Aug 14, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

After the 2026 total solar eclipse, get ready for a 'ring of fire' and 'Eclipse of the Century' in 2027

Two solar eclipses are coming in 2027—here's when and where you can catch them.
Updated: Aug 14, 2026  |  By Ankita Garkoti

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.
Updated: Aug 14, 2026  |  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: Aug 13, 2026  |  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: Aug 12, 2026  |  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: Aug 12, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

August 2026 skywatching: lesser-known meteor showers worth catching this month

August brings in many events for skywatchers, and here are a few lesser-known meteor showers worth a look.
Published: Aug 11, 2026  |  By Ankita Garkoti

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: Aug 11, 2026  |  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: Aug 11, 2026  |  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: Aug 11, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath