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solar eclipse It has a very special significance from scientific and religious point of view. While solar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon from the scientific point of view, it is also considered very special from the religious point of view. The first solar eclipse of the year is going to occur on 17 February 2026. According to the Hindu calendar, this solar eclipse will occur on the Amavasya date of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month.

This solar eclipse of the year will be annular. According to astrology, during the solar eclipse the Sun will be in Aquarius. Let us know everything about the first solar eclipse of the year.

When will the first solar eclipse of the year occur?

The first solar eclipse of the year will take place on 17 February 2026. According to Indian time, the solar eclipse will begin at 3:26 pm and will end at 7:57 pm.

Where will the solar eclipse be visible?

This first solar eclipse of the year will be visible in South America, South Africa, Atlantic Ocean and parts of Africa. But this solar eclipse will not be seen in India.

Will Sutak period of solar eclipse be valid or not?

The first solar eclipse of the year will not be visible in India, in such a situation its Sutak period will not be valid. According to astrology, Sutak period starts 12 hours before the start of the solar eclipse. No auspicious work of any kind is done during this period. Apart from this, the doors of temples are closed. After the end of the eclipse, the entire house is sprinkled with Ganga water.

First lunar eclipse of the year 2026

After the solar eclipse, the second eclipse of the year 2026 will be the lunar eclipse, which will take place on March 3, 2026. According to Indian time, this eclipse will start at 6.22 pm. This lunar eclipse can be seen in India.

Effect of solar eclipse on zodiac signs

Solar eclipse is not considered good in astrology. The adverse effects of eclipse can be seen in some form or the other on people of all zodiac signs. According to astrology, the effect of the first solar eclipse of the year can be seen on Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn and Pisces. These zodiac signs may have to face difficulties. You may have to face mental stress. One has to be careful in money transactions. During this period, deterioration in health may also be seen.