Eclipse shadow on Raksha Bandhan on August 28: Morning or evening—when can the Rakhi be tied?

Raksha Bandhan 2026: In Hinduism, an eclipse is considered an inauspicious period because negative energy is heightened during this time. It is believed that activities performed during this phase are influenced by such energy. This year, the festival of Rakhi coincides with a lunar eclipse. This raises questions: Will the eclipse be visible in India, and will it impact the Rakhi celebrations? Furthermore, will the timing of the Rakhi tying ceremony change due to the eclipse? Let us explore these details.