Comet Neowise to be visible in Indian skies for 20 days starting July 14

A newly discovered comet is streaking past Earth, providing a stunning nighttime show after buzzing the sun and expanding its tail. The comet will be visible in India from July 14 onwards as it soars across the solar system.

Dubbed as Neowise, the comet swept within Mercury's orbit a week ago. Its close proximity to the sun caused dust and gas to burn off its surface and create an even bigger debris tail. Now the comet is headed our way, with the closest approach in two weeks.

"From July 14, C/2020 F3, a comet discovered on March 27, will be