...
...

ring of fire news

After Venezuela's deadly earthquakes, lessons from Japan, Chile and Mexico

Two major earthquakes struck central Venezuela seconds apart on Wednesday, one with a magnitude 7.2 and the other with a magnitude 7.5.
Updated on Jun 25, 2026 06:19 pm IST

Magnitude 6.0 earthquake strikes off north Indonesia, says USGS

With its depth and location, the tremor was only slightly felt.
Published on Apr 04, 2026 06:07 pm IST

Annual solar eclipse on Feb 17: Will it be visible in India? Check time, details

The path of the eclipse will be limited to a small region in Antarctica, making the complete event witnessable to very few space enthusiasts other than those working in a few research stations in the polar continent.
Published on Feb 12, 2026 04:54 pm IST

First solar eclipse of 2026 in February | When and where to watch? Details here

Partial phases of the celestial event can be witnessed across Southern Argentina, Chile, Parts of South Africa and nearby oceans.
Published on Feb 12, 2026 04:35 pm IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 strikes Indonesia

Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis frequently strike Indonesia, a country of more than 270 million people, because of its location on the "Ring of Fire."
Published on Nov 26, 2025 12:38 pm IST

Magnitude-6.6 earthquake hits South Pacific near Samoa

A working seismograph is shown in a display about earthquakes.
Published on Jul 25, 2025 01:58 pm IST

Lima, Peru earthquake: Chilling videos show impact of 5.6 magnitude quake

Peru sits on the “Ring of Fire,” a seismic zone around the Pacific Ocean where earthquakes and volcanoes are common.
Published on Jun 16, 2025 02:56 pm IST

Tsunami warning cancelled for Papua New Guinea after 6.9 magnitude earthquake

The quake was centered offshore, 194 km (120 miles) east of the town of Kimbe, on the island of New Britain.
Updated on Apr 05, 2025 09:35 am IST

Travel alert: Fuego volcano’s latest eruption disrupts Guatemala roads, flights

The "Volcan de Fuego," or Volcano of Fire, blows a cloud of ash seen from Palin, Guatemala.
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 04:12 pm IST

Last solar eclipse of 2024: 'Ring of fire' blazes over South America

The moon moves past the sun during an annular solar eclipse in Puerto San Julian, Argentina, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024.
Published on Oct 03, 2024 12:56 pm IST

Tsunami alert issued after Indonesia volcano erupts several times

Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert Wednesday after eruptions at Ruang mountain sent ash thousands of feet high.
Updated on Apr 18, 2024 12:12 am IST

Why is Taiwan exposed to earthquakes and well prepared to withstand them?

At least seven people were killed and more than 700 injured on April 3 by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan. (AFP)
Updated on Apr 04, 2024 10:47 am IST

What 'ring of fire' eclipse looked like from space? NASA shares images

Solar eclipse images
Published on Oct 18, 2023 10:38 pm IST

Solar Eclipse 2023: Where to see the ‘Ring of Fire’ in US

An annular eclipse is viewed from a waterfront park in Yokohama, Japan, near Tokyo, Monday, May 21, 2012.
Published on Oct 14, 2023 08:24 pm IST

Solar eclipse in Indigenous cultures: Dos and don'ts for honouring tradition

Solar eclipse in Indigenous cultures: Dos and don'ts for honouring tradition
Published on Oct 14, 2023 11:04 am IST

Solar Eclipse 2023: All you want to know about 'ring of fire' solar eclipse

Solar Eclipse 2023: All you want to know about 'ring of fire' solar eclipse
Updated on Oct 13, 2023 01:43 pm IST

Annular solar eclipse 2023 precautions: Never do this as you watch ring of fire

Annular solar eclipse 2023 precautions: 10 things to NEVER do as you watch the impressive ‘ring of fire’ spectacle
Updated on Oct 13, 2023 01:44 pm IST

‘Ring of Fire’ solar eclipse to pass over US this Saturday

On this day, the moon will be positioned in front of the sun, hiding much of it but leaving a brilliant ring or annulus.
Published on Oct 08, 2023 07:42 pm IST

What to know about October's 'ring of fire' solar eclipse | Explained

The eclipse that will occur on October 14 is a type called an "annular solar eclipse". (Reuters)
Published on Sept 22, 2023 06:19 pm IST

Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 strikes off Tonga

The earthquake struck shortly after 7:00 am (1800 GMT Thursday) at a depth of 167 km. (23 miles).
Published on Jun 16, 2023 11:29 am IST

Here's why a 'ring of fire' appears around the Moon during annular solar eclipse

The moon moves in front of the sun in a rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse as seen from Tanjung Piai, Malaysia, on Dec. 26, 2019.
Published on Jun 10, 2021 02:07 pm IST

These states will witness the solar eclipse. Check timings, live stream options

Solar Eclipse of June 10, 2021 (Thursday) will be visible across the skies of the northern hemisphere, but there are quite a few options available for Indians not willing to miss out on the celestial phenomenon.
Published on Jun 10, 2021 02:03 pm IST

First solar eclipse of 2021 today, nearly all of India to miss out

A Solar Eclipse
Published on Jun 10, 2021 06:39 am IST

June 21 solar eclipse decade’s 23rd, one more to go this year: Report

The annular solar eclipse is seen from Rajpath in New Delhi, on June 21.
Updated on Jun 21, 2020 12:26 pm IST

In pics: India witnesses ‘Ring of fire’ solar eclipse, ‘deepest’ in over a century

A partial solar eclipse is seen from Rajpath in New Delhi, India.
Updated on Jun 21, 2020 12:14 pm IST

Solar Eclipse 2020: How has the coronavirus pandemic affected gatherings organised on solar eclipse?

The annular solar eclipse as seen in Ludhiana, Punjab today.
Updated on Jun 21, 2020 06:09 pm IST

Solar eclipse today: India timings, locations and other details

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon, earth and sun come in a straight line, with the moon between the earth and the sun.
Updated on Jun 21, 2020 02:57 pm IST

Solar Eclipse: Summer Solstice and ‘Ring of Fire’ Solar Eclipse coincide

At the peak of the annular eclipse, the Moon will be able to block 99% of the Sun from view, this however, lasts for only a few seconds. (Representational Image)
Updated on Jun 21, 2020 06:11 pm IST

‘Saw beautiful ring of fire’: Kerala students after watching solar eclipse

Boys use special glasses to watch the annular solar eclipse in Cheruvathur town in Kerala.
Updated on Dec 26, 2019 04:50 pm IST

Rumbling Indonesia volcano could trigger more tsunamis, experts warn

Another tsunami could strike Indonesia, experts have warned, after nearly 300 people were killed by a wave triggered by a volcanic eruption.
Updated on Dec 24, 2018 08:29 pm IST