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KARACHI: The world is experiencing the longest partial solar eclipse including Pakistan after about 1,000 years
A partial solar eclipse is being observed in Pakistan today and it is the first solar eclipse of 2010.

Experts in Pakistan have warned the common people not to look at the sun without appropriate shielding. It may cause permanent blindness, if precautionary measures are avoided.

This partial solar eclipse will be seen in China, Sri Lanka, India and other parts of the world.

Longest Solar Eclipse In 1,000 Years

The solar eclipse in Pakistan will be experienced at about 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm.

“Don’t look at the sun directly. It will damage your power of seeing. People should avoid looking at the sun. It is not a fun. Dark sun glasses can be used, if people want to see the nature,” advised Dr Imran Bhutt.

But Pakistani religious scholar, Mufti Muneeb-ur Rehman advised people that they should offer special prayers during the time of eclipse.

The renowned astronomist, SU Chaudhri alias Mamoon, said that this solar eclipse will bring some negative changes in the region where the eclipse is being experienced. “This is a big eclipse and it may bring some big natural disasters in the region,” he added.