ISLAMABAD – The last big celestial event of the year, solar eclipse,descended upon parts of Pakistan on Thursday morning.
In an annular eclipse, the moon covers the centre of the Sun, giving theappearance of a bright ring. The eclipse which started at 7:30am (PST) isexpected go on till 1:06pm. The eclipse, which was visible in Pakistan forthe first time in 20 years, also viewed in other countries includingMyanmar, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates and parts of India, localmedia reported.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the celestial eventwould be visible in eastern Europe, northern and western Australia, easternAfrica, Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean, and much of Asia, includingPakistan.
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People have also been advised not to look at the sun directly during theeclipse because it may cause permanent eye damage or even blindness.
