Annular Solar Eclipse 2026: Ring of Fire Not Visible in India, Sutak Not Applicable

• The first solar eclipse of 2026, an annular solar eclipse (Ring of Fire), occurs on February 17.
• This eclipse will not be visible in India, hence 'sutak' rules will not apply, and daily activities will continue normally.
• The eclipse will begin at 3:26 PM IST and end at 7:57 PM IST, lasting approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes.
• The spectacular 'Ring of Fire' will be visible at 5:42 PM IST, primarily over Antarctica, the Southern Ocean, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
• Indians can continue normal activities, meditate, or watch live streams; pregnant women need not follow special restrictions.