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More evidence suggesting water on Moon as Chandrayaan-2 finds possible ice under lunar South Pole

Science | May 27, 2026, 10:08 PM IST

ISRO said in a release that the findings were derived from data captured by the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter’s Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR), an advanced microwave imaging instrument designed to probe beneath the lunar surface.

Private lunar lander declared dead after crashing in moon's South Pole crater

Science | Mar 07, 2025, 09:27 PM IST

Intuitive Machines' private lunar lander has been declared non-operational after a failed landing near the Moon’s south pole. The mission, which aimed to deliver NASA payloads, ended after the lander missed its target by over 800 feet.

NASA's Athena lander touches down near moon's South Pole, condition uncertain

World | Mar 07, 2025, 12:03 AM IST

A US-based private space company confirmed that its lunar lander has successfully touched down on the Moon, but its status remains uncertain. Officials are currently analyzing telemetry data to determine whether the spacecraft landed safely or sustained damage.

Private company aims for historic moon landing amid new lunar race

World | Feb 27, 2025, 07:59 AM IST

Intuitive Machines' Athena lander, launched with SpaceX, aimed for a historic moon landing near the lunar south pole. CaThe mission could unlock lunar ice resources vital for future space exploration by carrying NASA-funded experiments and a pioneering drone.

Happy Chinese New Year 2025: Wishes and images

Happy Chinese New Year 2025: Wishes, images and greetings to share with loved ones on Year of Snake

Lifestyle | Jan 28, 2025, 11:13 PM IST

Ring in the Year of the Snake with joy! Send love and prosperity to family and friends with our Chinese New Year 2025 wishes, images, and greetings. Celebrate the festive spirit!

Chinese Lunar New Year 2025: Know all about the Year of Snake, what does it mean and more

Lifestyle | Jan 27, 2025, 06:20 PM IST

Welcome to the Year of the Snake! Learn about the significance, traditions, and predictions surrounding Chinese Lunar New Year 2025. Know what this auspicious year holds for you.

Four eclipses predicted for 2025, but only one visible from India, according to Ujjain observatory

Science | Dec 29, 2024, 03:33 PM IST

The only eclipse visible from India will occur in the second half of next year. This eclipse will also be visible to other countries in the region.

Water on Moon? Soil brought by China's Chang'e-5 mission found traces of water molecules

World | Jul 24, 2024, 06:36 PM IST

In 2009, India's Chandrayaan-1 spacecraft had discovered similar hydrated minerals containing oxygen and hydrogen molecules in sunlit regions of the moon.

Chinese national flag on moon's far side made of 'stone'

China's MILESTONE: Lunar probe returns to Earth from moon with samples of 2.5-million year old rock

World | Jun 25, 2024, 12:56 PM IST

Chinese scientists expect the retrieved samples to contain 2.5-million-year-old volcanic rock and other materials that researchers believe will provide insights into geographic disparities between the moon's two hemispheres.

NASA plans to build railway station, run trains on Moon

Science | May 13, 2024, 11:49 PM IST

NASA unveils plans to construct the first lunar railway station, introducing the Flexible Levitation on a Track (FLOAT) system for efficient payload transport on the Moon's surface.

Moon Lander declared 'Alive and Well' following tense Lunar touchdown: Details

Technology | Feb 25, 2024, 12:21 PM IST

The six-legged, uncrewed robot spacecraft reached the lunar surface on Thursday after a nail-biting final approach and descent in which a problem surfaced with the lander's navigation system, requiring engineers on the ground to employ an untested work-around at the 11th hour.

Odysseus spacecraft achieves first commercial moon landing in US history

Science | Feb 23, 2024, 07:05 AM IST

US scripts history: The Odysseus spacecraft, representing the United States, achieved a historic milestone with the first commercial lunar landing in American history. Led by Intuitive Machines (IM), this landmark event highlights the role of private ventures in advancing space exploration.

Japan postpones launch of rocket carrying lunar lander for the third time due to bad weather

World | Aug 28, 2023, 11:30 AM IST

According to NASA, the satellite and its two instruments will observe the universe’s hottest regions, largest structures and objects with the strongest gravity.

'Pragyan' rover has rolled out from 'Vikram' lander

Chandrayaan-3: Pragyan rover rolls out from Vikram lander, ISRO releases first picture

Science | Aug 24, 2023, 11:26 AM IST

Chandrayaan-3: For the next 13 days, Pragyan rover will conduct all the tests while walking on the lunar surface 500 meters away from the lander.

Chandrayaan-3: Indian spacecraft successfully enters Moon's orbit | DETAILS

Science | Aug 06, 2023, 06:14 AM IST

Chandrayaan-3: The Indian spacecraft has covered about two-thirds of the distance to the Moon since its launch on July 14.

The fourth orbit-raising manoeuvre was performed

Chandrayaan-3: ISRO successfully performs fourth orbit-raising manoeuvre of spacecraft

India | Jul 20, 2023, 03:44 PM IST

Chandrayaan-3 Mission: Chandrayaan-3 is carrying the scientific instruments to study thermophysical properties of the lunar regolith, lunar seismicity, lunar surface plasma environment and elemental composition in the vicinity of the landing site on the Moon.

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