Get ready for a spectacular cosmic display this November! As the Diwali lights fade, the night sky takes center stage with its own dazzling fireworks — the Leonid Meteor Shower 2025. This breathtaking celestial event will light up the heavens with streaks of shooting stars, and the best part is, you can witness it from stunning dark-sky locations near Mumbai.…
This October, skywatchers near Mumbai are in for a rare celestial treat — not one, but two bright comets, Comet SWAN (C/2025 R2) and Comet Lemmon (C/2025 A6), lighting up the evening sky. Around October 21, both comets will reach their closest approach to Earth, coinciding perfectly with the Orionid Meteor Shower and a new moon night, ensuring dark, crystal-clear…
Top 5 Best Stargazing Places Near Mumbai for an Unforgettable Night Under the Stars If you’re searching for the best stargazing places near Mumbai, you’re in for a cosmic treat! Maharashtra is blessed with several dark-sky locations that offer breathtaking views of stars, planets, and even deep-sky objects through telescopes. Whether you’re an astronomy lover, a curious beginner, or a…
As Earth orbits the Sun, our planet periodically crosses paths with streams of cosmic debris. These encounters result in one of the most dazzling displays nature has to offer – meteor showers. In 2024, skywatchers have several opportunities to witness these celestial fireworks light up the night sky. What is a Meteor Shower? Meteors are particles of dust and rock…