Total lunar eclipse will be visible in India & several other countries on November 8

Totality will start at 3.46 pm & end at 5.12 pm. Cities in eastern India like Kolkata & Guwahati will see total lunar eclipse

Lunar eclipse occurs when Earth comes between Moon & Sun, blocking sunlight to Moon

In total lunar eclipse, Moon is positioned in inner part of Earth’s shadow or umbra

In this phenomenon, some of sunlight passing through Earth’s atmosphere reaches Moon surface & lights it dimly

In total lunar eclipse, the colour of Moon surface turns into striking red for a few hours

Next total lunar eclipse would occur in March 2025