Astronomical Highlights: When and Where to Watch Eclipses in 2025

Eclipses, regarded as awe-inspiring astronomical events, hold profound significance in various cultures, particularly in Hinduism and astrology. The Sun is often linked to life and the soul, while the Moon symbolizes emotions and the mind. Beyond their celestial beauty, eclipses are believed to influence health and destiny, with numerous myths and traditions associated with them. The year 2025 will witness two solar and two lunar eclipses , each carrying its own astrological and cultural implications.

Astrological Insights on Eclipses in 2025
Renowned astrologer and Vastu expert Pandit Hitendra Kumar Sharma provides key details about these eclipses, their visibility, and the associated Sutak period , a sacred time during which religious practices and certain activities are restricted.

March 29, 2025: The First Solar Eclipse
The first solar eclipse of the year will grace the skies on March 29, visible across regions including Bermuda, Barbados, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Germany, France, and several other nations in Europe and the Americas.

Impact in India: This solar eclipse will not be visible in India, and thus, the Sutak period—a phase of spiritual observance and restrictions—will not apply.
September 21, 2025: The Second Solar Eclipse

The second solar eclipse will occur on September 21, visible exclusively in New Zealand, Fiji, Antarctica, and Australia.