Ginormous eruptions occur on Sun, flares move up to THIS high
‘Ginormous’ eruptions, with flames ranging 3.25 Lakh kilometers observed on the surface of the Sun. Astronomers say, no scientific term can describe the phenomenon.
Aug 04, 2022, 13:47 PM IST
Public can watch maiden launch of India's SSLV rocket, from up-close; Here's how
The Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) will launch on Saturday, August 7th, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, according to an announcement from ISRO. The launch will be
Aug 01, 2022, 14:34 PM IST
2 helicopters launched by NASA to return rocks from Mars
As a backup of the 'trustworthy' Perseverance Rover, NASA is launching 2 more helicopters in order to return samples and Martian rocks from Mars. The rover has already gathered 11 samples with more
Jul 29, 2022, 13:32 PM IST
Schism in ISS program: Russia's pullout of NASA space station now less imminent, here's why
A schism in the ISS program seemed to be closer at hand on Tuesday, when Yuri Borisov, the newly appointed director-general of Russia`s space agency Roscosmos, surprised NASA by announcing that
Jul 28, 2022, 07:30 AM IST
Supermoon 2022: Missed full moon last month? You have another chance today - Details here
Supermoon 2022: The full moon that will be visible today is known as the "Buck moon," a reference to the time of year when male deer, or bucks, grow new antlers.
Jul 13, 2022, 10:52 AM IST
India accounted for around 44% of world's increase in air pollution since 2013: Report
More than 97% of the global population lives in areas where air pollution exceeds recommended levels, the University of Chicago`s Energy Policy Institute (EPIC) said in its latest Air Quality Life
Jun 14, 2022, 19:20 PM IST
Full moon 2022: Strawberry Supermoon to peak on June 14, check timings and other details
A supermoon occurs when a full moon coincides with the Moon’s closest approach to Earth in its elliptical orbit
Jun 13, 2022, 21:19 PM IST
NASA to study UFOs despite 'reputational risk': 'We don't know what makes up 95% of the universe'
NASA's science mission chief, Thomas Zurbuchen acknowledged the traditional scientific community may see NASA as a "kind of selling out" by venturing into the controversial topic, but he strongly
Jun 10, 2022, 06:48 AM IST
World Environment Day 2022: India's forest cover grew by over 20k sq km in last 8 years, says PM Narendra Modi at 'Save Soil Movement' event
While attending the ‘Save Soil Movement’ programme alongside Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru, PM Modi said that today, India has achieved 10% ethanol blending in petrol, five months ahead of its
Jun 05, 2022, 11:57 AM IST
World Environment Day 2022: PM Narendra Modi to launch global initiative ‘LiFE Movement’, attend programme on ‘Save Soil Movement’ today
The launch of the ‘Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) Movement' will witness the participation of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Co-Chairman Bill Gates, World Bank President David Malpass,
Jun 05, 2022, 06:31 AM IST
India sets up world's first liquid mirror telescope for astronomy- All you need to know
The conventional telescopes have polished glass mirrors on the other hand, as the name suggests, liquid mirror telescopes are made up of reflective liquids.
Jun 04, 2022, 10:47 AM IST
World Turtle Day 2022: UP govt releases nearly 300 endangered turtles into Chambal river
About 300 hatchlings of red-crowned roofed turtle (Batagur Kachuga) and three-striped roofed turtle (Batagur dhongoka) were released into the river, the PTI news agency reported.
May 23, 2022, 08:49 AM IST
Total lunar eclipse (chandra grahan) 2022: Check India timings, visibility and other details about the 'Blood Moon'
A total eclipse occurs when Earth passes directly between the moon and the sun and casts a shadow on our cosmic companion. The May 15-16 event will be the first of two total lunar eclipses in 2022.
May 15, 2022, 12:01 PM IST
Total Lunar Eclipse 2022 to turn the Moon red next week; will it be visible in India? Here's all you need to know
Total Lunar Eclipse 2022: Skygazers can see the moon take on a reddish tint next week.
May 10, 2022, 13:05 PM IST
Ever wondered about the sound that comes out of black hole? NASA releases new audio - Check here
As expected the sound produced by the black hole is eerie and haunting.
May 08, 2022, 11:07 AM IST
MYSTERIOUS new auroras discovered on Mars in UAE's Hope probe
Auroras are dancing waves of light like the northern lights seen on Earth. They appear on a planet when solar activity disturbs its atmosphere.
Apr 29, 2022, 13:51 PM IST
Rare astronomical event: Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn to align in straight line this week after 1000 years
The alignment of three planets on one side of the Sun is very common and can be seen for many days in a year. Similarly, the alignment of four planets occurs once a year while that of five planets
Apr 27, 2022, 10:40 AM IST
We’re great admirers of ISRO, says Omran Sharaf, Project Director of Emirates Mars Mission
The Emirates Mars Mission is United Arab Emirates' first mission to Mars and First Arab Interplanetary mission. It is designed to orbit Mars and study the dynamics in the Martian atmosphere on a
Apr 26, 2022, 13:14 PM IST
Alien life on Europa? Jupiter's moon may contain evidence of extraterrestrial life
Among Jupiter's four moons known as Galilean satellites, Europa is the smallest, having been discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610.
Apr 21, 2022, 12:20 PM IST
Massive solar flare from the Sun could impact satellite communications: CESSI
Solar flares are intense bursts of energy that may disrupt radio communications, electrical grids, and navigational signals, as well as endanger spacecraft and astronauts.
Apr 20, 2022, 15:42 PM IST