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  ESA's DRACO Mission: Pioneering satellite reentry study to curb space debris

  September 29, 2024 14:30 IST

  The European Space Agency (ESA) will launch its DRACO mission in 2027 to study satellite disintegration during reentry. Partnering with tech firm Deimos, ESA aims to gather data that will help reduce space debris and develop eco-friendly satellite technology for future space missions.

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  SpaceX launches rescue mission for NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore stuck in space

  September 29, 2024 7:13 IST

  SpaceX has long been the leader in NASA's commercial crew program, established as the space shuttles were retiring more than a decade ago.

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  Param Rudra Supercomputer: How will it help in accurate weather forecast, AI and more | EXPLAINED

  September 26, 2024 18:09 IST

  Param Rudra Supercomputer, India's latest indigenously developed system, strengthens the nation's research capabilities in areas like AI, climate modeling, and astrophysics. Installed in Pune, Delhi, and Kolkata, it supports India's National Supercomputing Mission for self-reliance in technology.

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  Russian capsule Soyuz with 3 astronauts return from ISS after record-breaking stay | WATCH

  September 23, 2024 18:17 IST

  A Russian Soyuz capsule landed on the Kazakh steppe on Monday, bringing two Russian cosmonauts and a US astronaut back to Earth after a stint on the International Space Station (ISS).

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  NASA alerts about 2 asteroids to pass by Earth this week

  September 23, 2024 15:14 IST

  As these asteroids make their approach, NASA continues to monitor their trajectories, ensuring public safety while providing opportunities for astronomical observation.

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  Elon Musk plans to open a portal to Mars by October 2026

  September 23, 2024 14:55 IST

  As SpaceX gears up for these groundbreaking missions, the focus remains on technological achievements and the broader vision of human settlement on Mars, even as Musk navigates the intersection of politics and space exploration.

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  NASA delays SpaceX crew-9 mission to ensure safe launch: New date set for September 26

  September 22, 2024 14:11 IST

  SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has been rescheduled for September 26, 2024, after originally being set for August 18. The delay allows for additional time to complete final prelaunch procedures and ensure all systems are fully prepared.

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  Discovery suggests 2nd Kuiper Belt in our solar system: Everything you need to know

  September 22, 2024 13:41 IST

  Astronomers have uncovered evidence of a potential second Kuiper Belt, expanding the boundaries of our solar system. Here's what this discovery could mean.

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  Elon Musk's Neuralink can restore vision with new Blindsight device: Know-how

  September 19, 2024 18:23 IST

  Neuralink's Blindsight is poised to change the future of vision restoration and brain-computer interfaces. While it’s still in the early stages, the potential impact on people with visual impairments and the broader medical community is immense.

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  ISRO plans Venus Orbiter Mission: List of successful and future missions to Venus

  September 18, 2024 22:28 IST

  The government has approved ISRO's ambitious Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM), set for launch in March 2028. This mission aims to study Venus' surface, atmosphere, and volcanic activity, furthering India's space exploration goals.

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  India’s Chandrayaan-4, Venus Orbiter and Space Station get approved

  September 18, 2024 22:26 IST

  ISRO will lead these missions with substantial support from Indian industries and academic institutions. The developments are expected to not only boost India’s space sector but also create significant employment and economic opportunities across various industries.

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  India to have its own Bharatiya Antariksha Station: List of active and future space stations

  September 18, 2024 22:24 IST

  It should be noted that the Gaganyaan Programme has been revised to include the development of precursor missions for the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) and accommodate one additional uncrewed mission, along with extra hardware requirements.

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  New AI-based ultrasound scanner designed at IIT Madras to detect sports injury on-field

  September 17, 2024 15:59 IST

  Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed a portable, indigenous Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) scanner capable of diagnosing sports injuries right on the field.

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  New AI tool to help reduce death risk in hospitalised patients

  September 16, 2024 13:35 IST

  A team of researchers, led by an Indian-origin scientist, has developed an AI-based system to help reduce unexpected deaths by identifying hospitalized patients at high risk of rapid health deterioration, which is a leading cause of unplanned ICU admissions.

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  Polaris Dawn: First-ever private crew completes historic Spacewalk

  September 15, 2024 19:08 IST

  SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission made history on September 12, 2024, as non-professional astronauts Jared Isaacman and Sarah Gillis became the first private crew members to perform a spacewalk, marking a significant milestone in commercial space exploration.

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  Earth set to capture new mini-moon: Rare asteroid 2024 PT5 to orbit for two months

  September 14, 2024 23:16 IST

  Asteroid 2024 PT5, measuring 10 meters, will be temporarily captured by Earth's gravity from September 29 to November 25, 2024. Although it won't complete a full orbit, it offers scientists valuable data on gravitational dynamics and near-Earth objects (NEOs).

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  Polaris Dawn Mission: Civilian astronauts complete groundbreaking spacewalk

  September 12, 2024 21:48 IST

  Jared Isaacman, the businessman who is part of the mission says "Earth sure looks like a perfect world". He stated this as he left the SpaceX capsule and stepped out into space.

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  SpaceX sends billionaire crew on historic spacewalk mission: All you need to know

  September 11, 2024 9:45 IST

  SpaceX launched four private astronauts into space aboard a modified Crew Dragon capsule, marking the start of the Polaris Dawn mission. This five-day mission, which lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center at 5:23 a.m. EST (0923 GMT), aims to test new spacesuit designs and more.

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  SpaceX to launch first Starship to Mars in 2026, crew Mission in 4 years: Elon Musk confirms

  September 08, 2024 16:29 IST

  Elon Musk envisions a future where humanity expands beyond Earth, with SpaceX spearheading the mission to make life multi-planetary. Through a focus on reusability and cost reduction, SpaceX is breaking new ground in space exploration, with the ultimate goal of establishing a self-sustaining city.

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  Boeing's Starliner capsule returns to Earth without astronauts: Here's what next

  September 07, 2024 11:03 IST

  Starliner landed at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico at 12:01 a.m. ET on September 7 (9:31 a.m. IST). Ground teams are now preparing to transport Starliner back to Florida for analysis and refurbishment.

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  Saturn rings to temporary disappear in 2025: Here's why

  September 06, 2024 17:13 IST

  Saturn, the sixth planet from the Sun, is famous for its breathtaking ring system, visible even through small telescopes. However, by March 2025, these rings will appear to disappear, offering skywatchers a view of a ringless Saturn.

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  NASA's advanced composite Solar Sail System successfully deploys in space

  September 04, 2024 17:49 IST

  After more than four months in space, NASA’s Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) has successfully deployed its solar sail, achieving a major milestone in space propulsion.

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  SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission to bring Starliner astronauts back by next year: NASA

  August 27, 2024 12:44 IST

  NASA has finalised that Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will be back on Earth by February 2025. SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission will bring the astronauts back and NASA has said to remain committed to work with Boeing.

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  Sun’s magnetic activity complicates accurate age estimation, new study reveals

  August 26, 2024 16:57 IST

  Data collected from the Birmingham Solar Oscillations Network (BISON) and NASA's SOHO mission over 26.5 years has revealed a significant finding: there is a 6.5 per cent difference in the estimated age of the Sun when measured during solar minimum compared to solar maximum.

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  SpaceX Polaris Dawn Mission to launch on August 27 with plans for private spacewalk: All you need to

  August 26, 2024 16:30 IST

  Leading the mission is Jared Isaacman, a billionaire entrepreneur who is both funding and commanding the mission. He will be accompanied by pilot Scott 'Kidd' Poteet, a retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel, and SpaceX engineers Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon, who will serve as mission specialists.

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  Indian astronaut set to join ISS in landmark Indo-US Space mission

  August 25, 2024 16:02 IST

  An Indian astronaut from the Gaganyaan mission is slated to join the International Space Station (ISS), signifying a major step forward in the Indo-US space collaboration, according to Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology.

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  Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore, in Space for 80 days, to return to Earth in February 2025: NASA

  August 25, 2024 6:12 IST

  Veteran NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, both former military test pilots, became the first crew to ride Starliner on June 5 when they were launched to the ISS for what was expected to be an eight-day test mission.

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  Chandrayaan-3's historic landing celebrated on India’s inaugural National Space Day

  August 23, 2024 10:15 IST

  This achievement, making India the first country to land near the Moon's southern pole, is a testament to the nation's space exploration advancements. The day is dedicated to raising awareness of space science's role in national progress and inspiring future generations.