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Massive Sun explosion set to hit Earth tomorrow; auroras may be visible in parts of India
Science | Jun 07, 2026, 11:26 PM ISTA solar storm traveling at 1,400 kilometers per second is set to strike Earth on Monday. NASA has issued an alert for a strong G3-class geomagnetic storm. This event is likely to produce colorful auroras in the skies over northern India, Europe, and Australia.
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World Earth Day 2026: Significance, history, global milestones, theme, and climate change impact
Events | Apr 22, 2026, 07:21 AM ISTCelebrated worldwide, World Earth Day highlights urgent environmental challenges and the need for action. With the 2026 theme ‘Our Power, Our Planet’, it focuses on clean energy, accountability, and community solutions amid rising climate concerns and extreme weather events.
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45 Earth-like planets discovered: Scientists identify new habitable worlds beyond solar system
Science | Apr 06, 2026, 02:51 PM ISTScientists have identified 45 Earth-like planets beyond our solar system that may support life. Using advanced space data, researchers have narrowed down the most promising candidates located in habitable zones where liquid water could exist.
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ISRO and ESA sign new agreement for joint Earth observation missions
Science | Mar 08, 2026, 12:51 PM ISTISRO and the European Space Agency have signed a new agreement to collaborate on calibration, validation and scientific studies for Earth observation missions. The partnership also builds on previous collaborations, including the Proba-3 satellite mission.
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Is the moon disappearing? Scientists reveal Earth’s natural satellite is slowly shrinking
Science | Mar 03, 2026, 03:05 PM ISTScientists say the Moon is slowly shrinking as its interior cools and contracts. While it is not disappearing, researchers warn that if the Moon were ever lost, Earth could face unstable seasons, weaker tides and dramatic climate changes.
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NASA's Artemis II mission to send humans around the moon delayed after last-minute rocket problem
Science | Feb 22, 2026, 07:16 AM ISTNASA has delayed the March 6 launch of Artemis II after engineers found a helium flow problem during final checks. The mission will send four astronauts around the Moon.
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Shubhanshu Shukla returns: Indian astronaut's parents celebrate with tears of joy and pride | Video
India | Jul 15, 2025, 03:46 PM ISTGroup Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's safe return from the ISS sparks emotional celebrations in Lucknow, marking a historic milestone for India in human spaceflight.
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PSLV-C61 rocket carrying EOS-09 mission could not be accomplished from Sriharikota: ISRO chief
Science | May 18, 2025, 07:39 AM ISTISRO earlier said, EOS-09 equipped with its payload- Synthetic Aperture Radar- has been designed to provide continuous and reliable remote sensing data for operational applications across sectors.
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World Earth Day 2025: Know the theme, history, significance, quotes and more about environmental pro
Lifestyle | Apr 22, 2025, 08:10 AM ISTJoin the global movement for environmental protection on World Earth Day 2025, celebrated on April 22. Learn about the theme, history, and significance of this day. Know inspirational quotes and ways to contribute to a sustainable future.
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Trash Me Not to Planet B: Refreshing zero-waste cocktails to sip on World Earth Day 2025
Food | Apr 21, 2025, 06:07 PM ISTOn World Earth Day 2025, by opting to drink these cocktails, not only are you lowering your carbon footprint, but you are also contributing to the movement towards a greener, more responsible lifestyle.
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Aliens confirmed? Cambridge astronomers claim best-ever sign of alien life
World | Apr 17, 2025, 03:12 PM ISTThe top astronomers at the University of Cambridge have said that the existence of aliens might be possible in a distant world, referred to as K2-18b. A report says that it is at a distance of 120 light years from Earth. It is almost 2.5 times the size of Earth, the report adds.
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Scientists spot sub-Neptune planet orbiting nearby star using smart technique
Science | Apr 15, 2025, 07:28 PM ISTScientists have discovered a sub-Neptune exoplanet, GI 410 b, using the radial velocity technique. It orbits a nearby star 39 light years from Earth and has a mass 8.5 times that of our planet. The discovery was made using high-precision instruments from observatories in Hawaii and France.
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Warning from NASA: Huge asteroid to impact Earth by 2032, predicting to be a City-Killer
Science | Feb 19, 2025, 01:28 PM ISTWhile NASA’s latest estimates indicate a slight increase in risk, experts continue to believe that as more data is gathered, the impact probability will drop to 0 per cent.
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NASA's James Webb Telescope spots 138 new asteroids, including Earth-threatening ones
Science | Dec 17, 2024, 05:24 PM ISTThese asteroids are located in the main belt between Mars and Jupiter. Although they are small, they pose a significant risk if they collide with Earth.
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Jupiter to be visible as bright star tonight as it makes its closest approach to Earth
Science | Dec 07, 2024, 12:16 PM ISTJupiter approaches closest to Earth every 13 months due to their revolution around the Sun. However, today Jupiter will look twice as large when it is farther away.
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Asteroid collides with Earth, turns into fireball over Russia | WATCH
Science | Dec 04, 2024, 06:59 PM ISTThe European Space Agency said it was a small asteroid around 70 cm in diameter and its collision was harmless. It was spotted in the sky over northern Siberia.
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Time flies faster on the Moon than on Earth, new study confirms
Science | Dec 02, 2024, 05:53 PM ISTEfforts to measure lunar timing are part of a program that aims to increase human activity on the lunar surface. Precise timing will be crucial for pinpointing landings.
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What is Blue Zone? Know where are these places on earth and how people lived here for 100 years
Travel | Nov 29, 2024, 06:21 PM ISTTill now there were 5 Blue Zones in the world, where the average age of the people living there is 100 years. Now Singapore is being considered as another new Blue Zone. Know how the people living in the Blue Zone live and what they eat and drink.
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Earth's rotational axis drifted around 80 cm in last 17 years; Northwestern India is responsible
Science | Nov 25, 2024, 03:33 PM ISTRecent studies indicate that the Earth's rotational axis is shifting due to groundwater extraction, resulting in mass redistribution. This phenomenon has also contributed to a rise in sea levels by approximately 0.24 inches.
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India's eating pattern is best for Earth, says WWF Living Planet Report
Lifestyle | Oct 10, 2024, 09:46 AM ISTThe WWF Living Planet Report praises India's eating pattern as a global model for sustainability, thanks to its plant-based focus and low food waste. Learn how India's traditional diet is reducing environmental impact and setting a climate-friendly standard.