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The first solar eclipse of 2026, known as an annular eclipse or "Ring of Fire," will occur on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. In an annular solar eclipse, the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun but doesn't cover the Sun completely. Because the Moon is a bit farther from
Earth at this time, it looks smaller in the sky and leaves the outer edge of the Sun visible, which creates a bright ring or "Ring of Fire" effect around the Moon that looks striking to watch.
Eclipse Timings in India
Surya Grahan 2026 India will occur in the late afternoon and evening, starting at about 3:26 PM, reaching its peak between about 5:13 PM and 6:11 PM, and ending around 7:57 PM, and the entire event lasts roughly 4½ hours. However, this celestial event will not be visible in India because the Moon's shadow will pass far to the south of the country. Indian skywatchers won't see either the partial eclipse or the bright "Ring of Fire."
Where will it be Visible?
The annular phase, when the Sun forms a glowing ring, is best seen from locations along the eclipse's narrow path, mainly near Antarctica and some southern parts of the world. A few regions in southern Africa and South America might see partial stages of the eclipse, but the full ring won't be visible outside the path of annularity.
Because the eclipse isn't seen in India, traditions like Sutak Kaal, an inauspicious period observed before a visible solar eclipse, don't apply locally this time.
Even though people in India miss the live view, it's still a noteworthy global astronomical event. Those interested can watch live streams online or follow updates and photos from scientists and space agencies who are covering the eclipse.
