Kuwait, September 8(HS):

Sky-watchers worldwide were treated to a breathtaking celestial display as the Blood Moon, a total lunar eclipse, cast its deep red hue across the night sky. This extraordinary phenomenon occurs when the Earth’s shadow envelops the Moon, filtering sunlight and coloring it a striking coppery-red. The lunar spectacle lasted over 82 minutes, making it one of the longest and most visible eclipses of the decade.

The event was prominently visible in Asia, Europe, Africa, and Australia, with millions observing the Moon’s gradual transition from bright white to a captivating blood red. Iconic skylines provided dramatic backdrops: the Blood Moon rose over the towering skyscrapers of Shanghai’s financial district, glowed above Kuwait City’s minarets, and hovered beside historic statues in Dresden, Germany. Coastal cities like Odesa in Ukraine and Johannesburg in South Africa enjoyed reflections of the lunar glow on waters, while deserts in Egypt and the Sinai provided serene vistas of the rare red Moon.

In India, cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru were among the best vantage points, with clear, dark skies enhancing visibility from rooftops and parks. The eclipse began at 11:00 PM IST, peaked around midnight, and concluded by early morning on September 8.

Astronomy enthusiasts and casual observers alike captured stunning photographs and time-lapse videos, sharing global moments of wonder and awe at this rare alignment of Earth, Moon, and Sun. The Blood Moon continues to inspire reflections on nature’s cosmic rhythms and humanity’s place under the vast expanse of the universe.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar