A fascinating sky event is making headlines a cosmic “smiley face” will appear in the early morning sky, and it’s not just your imagination! What’s really happening This rare occurrence is called a triple conjunction. It happens when three celestial bodies — in this case, Venus, Saturn, and the Moon — align closely in the sky from our viewpoint on Earth. When and where to look Set your alarms early! The best time to see this is around 5:30 am IST on Friday morning. Look toward the eastern horizon — ideally from a spot with a clear, unobstructed view. The “Face” in the sky Venus will shine the brightest, appearing higher in the sky, while Saturn will be dimmer and closer to the horizon. How long will it last? The smiley face will only be visible for about an hour before the rising Sun washes it away. So timing is everything. No telescope? No problem! You don’t need any special gear to enjoy this sight just your eyes. But if you have binoculars or a small telescope, you might catch an even better glimpse, especially of faint Saturn. A cosmic rarity Such perfect alignments are rare. They need precise timing not just the positions of the planets, but also the Moon’s phase to create this charming sky smile. So, if the skies are clear and you’re up early, don’t miss this brief but magical moment. It’s the universe flashing us a grin.
