Surya Grahan (Total Solar Eclipse)
12 अगस्त 2026 · Surya
2026 की तिथियाँ मानक पंचांग संदर्भों से ली गई सद्भावपूर्ण अनुमान हैं — नियोजन से पहले सटीक तिथि और मुहूर्त किसी वर्तमान पंचांग से मिलाकर पुष्टि करें।
महत्व
A total solar eclipse on the Shravana Amavasya. It is not visible from India, so no Sutak Kaal is observed and no ritual restrictions traditionally apply here.
ज्योतिषीय महत्व
The 12 August 2026 total solar eclipse reaches its peak around 11:16 PM IST, during the night in India, and its path of totality passes over Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. Because the eclipse is not visible from India, Sutak Kaal is not applicable here and temples and daily routines continue as normal — a point often confused online. Always confirm timings against a current panchang for your location.
मास: श्रावण · पक्ष: कृष्ण · Amavasya (new moon) of Shravana — a total solar eclipse (Surya Grahan).
Surya Grahan (Total Solar Eclipse) कैसे मनाया जाता है
- No Sutak observed in India (eclipse not visible here)
- Those in the visibility path use certified solar-viewing filters — never look at the Sun directly
- Some observe a personal fast or meditation where the eclipse is visible
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
Is the 12 August 2026 solar eclipse visible in India?+
No. The total solar eclipse of 12 August 2026 is not visible from India; it is seen mainly over Greenland, Iceland and Spain during the Indian night.
Does Sutak Kaal apply for Surya Grahan on 12 August 2026 in India?+
No. Sutak is traditionally observed only when the eclipse is visible at your location. Since this eclipse is not visible in India, no Sutak Kaal applies here.
When is the peak of the 12 August 2026 solar eclipse?+
Greatest eclipse is around 11:16 PM IST, which falls during the night in India. Confirm exact local timings against a current panchang.