•Partial Lunar Eclipse, dubbed 'Blood Moon', captivated viewers across India and worldwide in early 2026.
•The celestial event, where the moon appeared red, occurred between 3:20 PM and 6:47 PM, visible in cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.
•Tirumala Srivari Temple, closed for 10.5 hours due to the eclipse, reopened at 7:30 PM after purification rituals, with darshan resuming at 8 PM.
•Scientifically, lunar eclipses are safe to view directly, but Indian traditions advise caution for pregnant women and involve post-eclipse purification.
•The Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Annaprasadam Complex and laddu counters at Srivari Temple also resumed operations after purification.
