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Lunar Eclipse today: Check grahan time and correct sutak timing on September 7 and September 8

Lunar Eclipse on Sept 7, 2025 will turn the moon red. Visible across India and globally, here are the full chandra grahan timings, duration, and other details.

Updated on: Sep 07, 2025 12:04 PM IST
By Eshana Saha
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Lunar Eclipse today: A rare celestial spectacle awaits sky-watchers as a total lunar eclipse, also known as a Blood Moon, will be visible from India on the night of September 7 and early September 8, 2025. The event marks the second lunar eclipse of the year and will last for several hours, offering astronomy enthusiasts a breathtaking view of the Moon turning a reddish hue.

On the night of September 7 and 8, sky-watchers can witness a spectacular astronomical phenomenon where the moon turns red! (AFP)
On the night of September 7 and 8, sky-watchers can witness a spectacular astronomical phenomenon where the moon turns red! (AFP)

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Lunar eclipse timings today

Popularly known as a Blood Moon, this celestial phenomenon occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow that gives the lunar surface a deep red glow. The eclipse will start at 09:58 pm on September 7, and end at 1:26 am on September 8, according to Drik Panchang.

Lunar eclipse timings in New Delhi

In Hindu tradition, a lunar eclipse or chandra grahan is considered significant only when visible to the naked eye. Since the umbral phase of this eclipse is visible in India, traditional rituals and precautions will be observed.

  • Sutak begins: 12:19 pm
  • Sutak ends: 01:26 am (Sept 08)
  • For children, elderly and the sick: Sutak begins at 06:36 PM on Sept 7 and ends at 01:26 AM on Sept 8.

During Sutak, religious activities are generally avoided and food consumption is often restricted until the eclipse ends.

Also Read | Blood moon total lunar eclipse: Should you fast during Chandra Grahan 2025? Know dos and don'ts to follow during sutak

Visibility across the globe

The eclipse will be visible across Asia, Eastern Africa, Australia, and most of Europe. Cities such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Singapore, Sydney, Melbourne, Dubai, London, Tokyo and Cape Town will witness the phenomenon. However, most of North and South America will not be able to view the eclipse.

Why does the Moon turn red?

According to Drik Panchang, the eclipse will peak with a magnitude of 1.36, meaning the Moon will be completely covered by Earth’s umbral shadow. During this stage, the Moon will appear red due to sunlight refracting through the Earth’s atmosphere - a striking visual often referred to as the “Blood Moon.”

 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Eshana Saha

Eshana Saha is a fresh face in lifestyle and cultural journalism, bringing a refined, multidisciplinary perspective to the intersection of entertainment, fashion and holistic wellbeing. With less than a year of professional experience, she has quickly adapted to high-pressure editorial environments and currently works full-time with HT Media. Prior to this, she interned for nearly six months with Hindustan Times’ entertainment and lifestyle vertical, where she gained hands-on experience in digital reporting, trend analysis and editorial storytelling. Based in New Delhi, Eshana specialises in comprehensive coverage of major cultural moments — from international film press tours to the curated aesthetics of global fashion showcases, award shows and music-centred events. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from St Xavier’s University, Kolkata, and a Master’s degree in English from the University of Delhi, equipping her with a strong academic foundation and a keen ability to deconstruct complex cultural trends into clear, high-impact narratives. Beyond the red carpet, Eshana has developed a growing focus on health and wellbeing reporting. She bridges the gap between celebrity-driven trends and practical, evidence-informed lifestyle advice, ensuring her work remains both aspirational and grounded in editorial rigour. She has extensively covered the health implications of Delhi’s air pollution crisis, while also playing a key role in amplifying expert-led insights on women’s health and mental wellbeing, helping translate complex medical perspectives into informed, impactful public awareness. An artist at heart, she explores multiple creative forms — from visual arts and music to culinary experiments — and brings a creative’s eye for nuance, texture and detail to every story. Whether analysing runway dynamics or examining emerging wellness movements, she remains committed to accuracy and the highest standards of contemporary journalistic ethics.

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