On February 17, 2026, the first solar eclipse of the year, an annular eclipse known as the 'Ring of Fire,' occurred, peaking at 5:12 PM PST. This celestial event was particularly notable as it created a stunning visual effect where the Moon covered the Sun's center, leaving a glowing ring visible from specific locations. According to Oneindia News, 'the full annular view will be visible from Antarctica, while a partial eclipse will be seen across parts of Africa, South America, and the Indian Ocean.' The eclipse began at 2:56 PM PST and concluded at 7:28 PM PST, lasting approximately 4 hours and 31 minutes in total. In regions like Chile and Argentina, observers could witness a partial eclipse, while the Pakistan Meteorological Department confirmed that it would not be visible in Pakistan, stating, 'the eclipse will begin at 2:56 PM Pakistan time.'