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  Supermassive black holes can suppress star formation, confirm IIA astronomers

  October 24, 2025 16:45 IST

  Researchers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have pieced together a key part of the galaxy evolution puzzle, explaining why some galaxies cease forming new stars while others continue to flourish.

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  Dinosaurs were thriving in North America before asteroid strike, say scientists

  October 24, 2025 15:41 IST

  The new research adds substantial evidence to the long-running debate regarding whether dinosaur populations were already dwindling before the asteroid struck 66 million years ago.

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  ISRO outlines major missions, including two LVM-3 launches in November and Gaganyaan progress

  October 24, 2025 11:38 IST

  ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced that the agency will launch the CMS-03 communication satellite and the private U.S. satellite BlueBird in November, along with providing updates on several other missions.

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  NASA installs Orion ‘Integrity’ spacecraft on Artemis II Rocket for 2026 Moon mission

  October 22, 2025 20:02 IST

  NASA has installed the Orion spacecraft ‘Integrity’ atop the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, marking a major step toward the Artemis II mission- the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years. The mission, targeting a 2026 launch, will send four astronauts around the Moon to test critical systems.

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  Chinese scientists discover rare meteorite fragments on Moon from outer solar system

  October 22, 2025 19:28 IST

  Chinese scientists analysing lunar soil have discovered rare meteorite fragments believed to come from beyond the inner Solar System. The CI chondrites, rich in carbon and water-bearing minerals, offer fresh clues about how water and organic matter reached the Moon and possibly Earth.

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  Rare celestial event: Comets SWAN and Lemmon visible this week; here’s how to spot them

  October 22, 2025 10:55 IST

  Comets SWAN and Lemmon, both discovered this year, have arrived near Earth from the outer region of the solar system.

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  OpenAI Atlas browser launches to challenge Google Chrome, boost profitability

  October 22, 2025 8:54 IST

  OpenAI launched the Atlas browser with the hope of creating a new advertising revenue stream, particularly as the company is currently losing money even on paid ChatGPT subscriptions.

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  Chandrayaan-1 anniversary: How 2008 Moon mission built foundation for India's space ambition

  October 22, 2025 6:30 IST

  Launched in 2008, the Chandrayaan-1 mission not only led to the discovery of water on the Moon but also successfully demonstrated various technologies that became the foundation for India's future space missions.

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  SpaceX sent 21 satellites into orbit from second Falcon 9 for US military network expansion

  October 16, 2025 23:44 IST

  SpaceX successfully launched 21 new satellites for the U.S. Space Development Agency (SDA) on October 15, 2025. The Falcon 9 mission, the company’s second SDA launch this year, aims to strengthen a global military communications network that provides secure and rapid data transfer for forces.

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  First crewed lunar mission by 2040, Gaganyaan on track, India open to collaborations: ISRO chief

  October 15, 2025 16:23 IST

  ISRO Chief V Narayanan confirmed to PTI that Gaganyaan, India's first human spaceflight mission, remains on track for its 2027 launch.

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  Why laws regulating AI chatbots for minor protection are essential? California just enacted one

  October 14, 2025 12:27 IST

  While technology like chatbots and social media offers inspiration, education, and connection, the lack of guardrails means it can easily exploit, mislead, and endanger our children.

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  Starship soars again: Musk's SpaceX rocket makes planned crash in Gulf of Mexico | WATCH

  October 14, 2025 8:01 IST

  SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket on a major test flight Monday, sending it halfway around the world in a mission that tested future landing techniques and deployed mock satellites.

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  Indian space startup GalaxEye to launch world's first multi-sensor EO satellite early next year

  October 13, 2025 11:20 IST

  GalaxEye plans to establish a constellation of satellites over the next four years, each offering a 1.5-meter resolution to enable governments, defense agencies, and industries to perform advanced geospatial analysis.

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  Blue Origin’s new Glenn set to launch NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars Mission in late 2025

  October 12, 2025 16:15 IST

  Blue Origin’s New Glenn NG-2 is set for launch in late 2025, carrying NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars mission. The mission marks the rocket’s first deep-space venture, showcasing its potential for future interplanetary missions and reusable launch technology.

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  Mysterious giant 'ribbon' stretches from Atlantic Ocean to Gulf of Mexico; all you need to know

  October 05, 2025 22:33 IST

  Scientists believe that this "brown tide" will continue to grow. With climate change and rising pollution, reports suggest the algae could spread to even more places in the future.

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  Orionid Meteor Shower 2025: How to Watch Halley’s Comet shooting stars in India

  October 02, 2025 10:55 IST

  The Orionid meteor shower, an annual sky event, will show up on October 21 and the early morning of October 22 (2025). Caused by debris from Halley’s Comet, this celestial show will allow skywatchers in India to witness up to 20 meteors per hour.

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  Scientists discover ancient rock art that rewrites Saudi Arabian history

  October 01, 2025 8:33 IST

  This new finding indicates that people were living in the region about 2,000 years earlier than previously thought. However, it is unclear how they survived in such an arid environment.

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  Staggering 31% jump in cybercrimes recorded in 2023 as compared to 2022 as per NCRB

  October 01, 2025 7:35 IST

  According to the NCRB report, motives for these crimes also included sexual exploitation, extortion, anger, and personal revenge. Telangana recorded the highest numbers in this concerning data.

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  Oregon scientists create 'fertilisable' eggs from skin cells to help people conceive

  October 01, 2025 7:17 IST

  The primary goal of the experiment is to develop a method that allows infertile couples and same-sex couples to have children genetically related to both partners.

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  Agnikul sets sights on fully reusable rockets, unveils new plans

  September 29, 2025 16:47 IST

  Agnikul's strategy for fully reusable rockets will eliminate expended parts, positioning the company to deliver satellite-launch services at globally competitive prices.

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  Axiom-4 mission 'opened doors' for India's microgravity research, says Shubhanshu Shukla

  September 25, 2025 18:56 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla conducted various experiments in the microgravity of the International Space Station, which will help Indian scientists.

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  NASA’s Artemis 2 mission to the moon scheduled for early 2026

  September 25, 2025 13:39 IST

  NASA Artemis 2, the first crewed mission of its Artemis programme, is now targeted for early 2026. Four astronauts will be flying around the Moon on a 10-day journey aboard Orion without landing, marking a giant step toward future Moon landings and Mars missions.

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  NASA launches triple-satellite mission to better predict solar storm

  September 24, 2025 22:37 IST

  NASA has launched three space weather satellites on a SpaceX rocket. They will be placed at a distance of 1.6 million kilometers from Earth to better protect it.

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  Scientists discover new dinosaur in Argentina, shedding light on ancient predator's diet

  September 24, 2025 18:44 IST

  New dinosaur fossil uncovered in Argentina sheds light on ancient predators. It provides insight into mysterious group of predators.

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  Private equity ownership increases hospital deaths, warns Harvard study

  September 24, 2025 17:51 IST

  Private equity, after taking over hospitals, cut expenses on staff and salaries, which increased patient death rates in their emergency departments compared to similar hospitals that were not acquired.

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  Chennai-based space startup aims to create India's first private GPS network

  September 23, 2025 16:40 IST

  The startup aims to offer positioning with centimeter-level accuracy and timing at a nanosecond resolution. It will utilise LEO satellites to provide signals that are resistant to spoofing and jamming.

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  Rare Meteor lights up skies over Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad and Gurgaon | WATCH

  September 20, 2025 8:29 IST

  A spectacular meteor streaked across the skies of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurgaon on Friday night, leaving residents stunned and sparking excitement online.

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  Northrop Grumman cargo ship arrives at ISS, overcoming engine glitch

  September 18, 2025 21:45 IST

  Northrop Grumman's cargo ship was recently stuck in space when its main engine shut down prematurely. It carried more than 5,000 kg of cargo to the ISS.