The lunar eclipse, which is also referred to as Chandra Grahan, holds religious significance for many Indians who follow rituals as per the Hindu calendar. read more
Beliefs : In Hindu astrology, the eclipses are considered inauspicious. People in Tantric practices consider full moon day, new moon day and solar and lunar eclipse as powerful for paranormal activities. read more
With today's knowledge, I can't think of a reason to consider a solar eclipse inauspicious. Perhaps, to hotel owners along the zone of totality, it could be considered auspicious. read more
They astutely perceived the various changes and inauspicious consequences which occurred during and after every solar and lunar eclipse. The key word here is: INAUSPICIOUS. The following screenshot captures the definition of inauspicious according to the OXFORD dictionary. read more