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  NASA considers options as Sunita Williams awaits crucial mission decision

  August 22, 2024 18:44 IST

  NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) on June 6, now face uncertainty regarding their return to Earth.

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  First National Space Day will be celebrated tomorrow to mark Chandrayaan-3 success: ISRO chairman

  August 22, 2024 14:55 IST

  The Chandrayaan-3's rover was deployed by the Vikram lander, which made a soft landing near the south pole of the Moon on August 23, 2023, scripting history. Chandrayaan-3, consisting of the lander and rover, was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

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  Sending people to Mars? Here are some invisible problems you must know

  August 19, 2024 15:47 IST

  Balancing the risks of space travel against the immense potential of space exploration is a challenging yet crucial endeavour. Despite the health dangers, the scientific discoveries that could result from sending humans to Mars hold the promise of being revolutionary.

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  What is ISRO’s SSLV, and what role will it play in developing a SpaceX-like company in India?

  August 16, 2024 12:58 IST

  ISRO's SSLV has successfully placed EOS-08 precisely into orbit, marking the successful completion of ISRO/DOS's SSLV Development Project. This achievement holds significant importance for India.

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  ISRO launches final developmental flight SSLV-D3-EOS8 from Sriharikota

  August 16, 2024 14:17 IST

  ISRO has successfully launched its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle-03 (SSLV-D3), placing the EOS-08 satellite into its designated orbit. This mission, executed flawlessly, is the final developmental flight of the SSLV, highlighting ISRO's precision in small satellite launches.

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  Independence Day 2024: PM Modi says space sector essential for making India powerful nation

  August 15, 2024 11:26 IST

  In his 78th Independence Day speech, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also emphasised the success of Chandrayaan and the role of educational institutions in promoting scientific temper among youth.

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  Sunita Williams may have to stay stranded in space till February 2025, says NASA

  August 08, 2024 20:12 IST

  NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are still stuck at the International Space Station (ISS) as engineers continue to fix the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that will take them back to Earth.

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  ISRO set to launch Earth Observation Satellite-8 on Independence Day from Sriharikota

  August 06, 2024 20:01 IST

  Built on the Microsat/IMS-1 bus, EOS-08 carries three payloads: Electro Optical Infrared Payload (EOIR), Global Navigation Satellite System-Reflectometry payload (GNSS-R), and SiC UV Dosimeter.

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  NASA, SpaceX set for 3,500 kg cargo resupply mission to International Space Station

  August 04, 2024 15:18 IST

  The mission will utilize Northrop Grumman's Cygnus spacecraft (NG-21) and SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, launched from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

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  NASA teams up with SpaceX and Northrop Grumman for 21st Cygnus resupply mission

  August 04, 2024 14:02 IST

  NASA, Northrop Grumman, and SpaceX are scheduled to launch the next cargo delivery mission to the International Space Station on Sunday at 11:02 a.m. EDT (8:30 p.m. Indian Standard Time). This mission represents the agency's 21st commercial resupply services mission to the orbiting laboratory, utili

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  Indian astronaut-designates Shubhanshu Shukla, Prashanth Nair selected for NASA-ISRO mission to ISS

  August 02, 2024 21:04 IST

  India-USA joint statement during the official state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the USA in June 2023 envisions a joint ISRO-NASA effort to the International Space Station (ISS), the ISRO said in a release.

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  How space missions can fight microgravity? Details here

  July 28, 2024 16:48 IST

  The study, published in Stem Cell Reports, found that muscle cells exposed to microgravity showed metabolic changes that indicate impaired muscle regeneration. Additionally, these cells exhibited gene activity similar to that observed in age-related muscle loss, known as sarcopenia.

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  NASA sends 4K video to and from space via laser tech: First time ever!

  July 25, 2024 15:25 IST

  NASA recently used laser communication technology to send 4K video streams from an aircraft to the International Space Station (ISS) and back- a feat which will make its way to providing live video coverage of astronauts on the Moon during the Artemis missions.

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  South Korean Space Agency to spend 380.8 billion won to build 3 industrial parks

  July 25, 2024 12:29 IST

  The South Korean Space Agency (KASA) has announced that the budget of 380.8 billion won will be allocated to constructing three industrial complexes, specifically for space vehicles.

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  Saturn Lunar occultation: Rare 'Shahi Chandra Grahan' graces skies in across country | Watch Video

  July 25, 2024 7:14 IST

  As the Moon moved across Saturn, temporarily hiding the gas giant's iconic rings, observers were treated to a mesmerising spectacle. The Shani Chandra Grahan serves as a reminder of the wonders of the universe and the continual opportunities it offers for discovery and exploration.

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  Scientists confirm cave on moon, could potentially shelter future astronauts

  July 15, 2024 23:14 IST

  The Italian scientists’ research findings suggest there could be hundreds of pits on the moon and thousands of lava tubes which could serve as a natural shelter for astronauts and could protect them from cosmic rays and solar radiation.

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  20 Starlink satellites deployed in lower than intended orbit likely to crash

  July 12, 2024 17:39 IST

  SpaceX Falcon 9's second engine failed, leading to the deployment of 20 Starlink satellites in a lower-than-intended orbit. These satellites are at risk of crashing, but SpaceX is attempting to salvage them.

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  Two NASA astronauts including Sunita Williams confident Boeing's space capsule can return

  July 10, 2024 22:31 IST

  The test flight was expected to last a week or so, enough time for Wilmore and Williams to check out the capsule while docked at the station. But problems with the capsule's propulsion system, used to maneuver the spacecraft, prompted NASA and Boeing to delay the flight home several times.

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  Indian scientists create infrared star catalogue tool for thirty meter telescope

  July 10, 2024 14:26 IST

  A team of Indian scientists has made a significant contribution to the field of astronomy by developing an open-source tool designed to generate an infrared star catalogue. This tool is specifically created for the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT), a highly anticipated telescope.

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  Massive Asteroid 2024 MT1 heading towards earth at 65,000 Km/h, warns NASA

  July 07, 2024 12:56 IST

  NASA has recently alerted the public about a significant asteroid named 2024 MT1, which is hurtling towards Earth at a speed of 65,215 km/h. Measuring about 260 feet in diameter—comparable in size to the Statue of Liberty—this asteroid has captured the attention of scientists and space enthusiasts.

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  ISRO's Aditya-L1 solar probe completes first orbit around Sun-Earth L1 point

  July 02, 2024 22:18 IST

  The spacecraft, which was inserted into orbit on January 6, underwent three station-keeping manoeuvres on February 22, June 7, and July 2 to counteract perturbing forces and ensure its transition into the second halo orbit.

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  India to be a part of SERA and Blue Origin's citizen astronaut programme

  July 01, 2024 17:58 IST

  The US-based Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) and Blue Origin have unveiled an exciting collaboration with India as a partner nation in their human spaceflight program. This initiative aims to make space travel more accessible.

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  NASA, Boeing officials deny reports claiming Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore stranded on ISS

  June 29, 2024 11:46 IST

  Earlier reports claimed that astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore were stranded on the International Space Station (ISS). However, NASA and Boeing officials have now denied these reports.

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  Technical glitch on Starliner traps NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore in space

  June 27, 2024 8:23 IST

  Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, NASA astronauts who reached the ISS on June 6 are stuck at the International Space Station (ISS) due to ongoing issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft which is responsible to take them back to Earth. They were suppose to return after 8-days mission.

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  Boeing Starliner to take more time for returning on Earth: NASA

  June 23, 2024 15:58 IST

  Boeing's Starliner capsule’s homecoming is on hold as NASA announces the need for further technical reviews. This postponement gives engineers more time to analyze recent issues encountered by the capsule, which is currently carrying astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore.

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  NASA's 46-year-old spacecraft back online after going dark for months: Details here

  June 17, 2024 13:40 IST

  This NASA space probe was launched in 1977 to explore the outer planets. It encountered a problem in November of last year, and the team identified the root cause of the problem in April of this year.

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  Now doctors can identify cancer patient’s recovery during chemotherapy with this device

  June 16, 2024 19:29 IST

  Researchers at MIT have developed a groundbreaking device that revolutionizes the way doctors monitor for life-threatening infections in cancer patients. Instead of relying on traditional blood draws, this innovative device utilizes light to penetrate the skin at the top of the fingernail.

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  NASA accidentally broadcasts distressed astronaut simulation on ISS

  June 13, 2024 13:06 IST

  The broadcast, which aired at 5:28 p.m. U.S. Central Time (2228 GMT), included audio of a female voice instructing crew members to assist a commander showing signs of decompression sickness.