Moon
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Japanese lander aims for northern lunar surface touchdown
Science | Jun 05, 2025, 02:22 PM ISTResilience was built to transport a rover equipped with a shovel, designed to gather lunar soil. It also carried a small, toy-sized red house created by a Swedish artist, which was intended to be placed on the surface of the moon.
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Eid 2025 moon sighting in India: Date, timings and Saudi Arabia's Eid Al Fitr announcement
India | Mar 29, 2025, 10:46 PM ISTEid 2025: India will be celebrating Eid on Monday. According to the customs of the Islamic lunar calendar or Hijri, the official confirmation about Eid Al Fitr will only come after the crescent moon is spotted.
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Private lunar lander declared dead after crashing in moon's South Pole crater
Science | Mar 07, 2025, 09:27 PM ISTIntuitive 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.
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NASA's Athena lander touches down near moon's South Pole, condition uncertain
World | Mar 07, 2025, 12:03 AM ISTA 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.
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Ice may exist on Moon at more locations than previously thought, Chandrayaan-3 data suggests
Science | Mar 06, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTAn expert said that large, yet highly local, changes in surface temperatures can directly affect the formation of ice and these ice particles can reveal "different stories about their origin and history".
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What did NASA’s Blue Ghost lander carry to the Moon?
Science | Mar 05, 2025, 04:55 PM ISTA private lunar lander, Blue Ghost by Firefly Aerospace, successfully touched down on the moon on Sunday, carrying NASA experiments, including a drill and vacuum. The lander autonomously descended to an ancient volcanic dome in the moon’s northeastern impact basin.
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Blue Ghost, private lunar lander, successfully touched down on Moon, with payload for NASA
Science | Mar 03, 2025, 11:28 AM ISTFirefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander will conduct various experiments for NASA over the next 14 days. Previously, Intuitive Machines attempted a moon landing, which resulted in a crash.
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Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost set to attempt lunar landing within hours
Science | Mar 02, 2025, 12:19 PM ISTFirefly Aerospace will be the second private organisation to attempt a lunar landing. The mission's lander is designed to operate for a full lunar day.
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Private company aims for historic moon landing amid new lunar race
World | Feb 27, 2025, 07:59 AM ISTIntuitive 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.
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Black Moon explained: Here's what it is and how you can watch this special celestial event
Science | Dec 30, 2024, 02:34 PM ISTBlack Moon is a special event that occurs every two years. This year's Black Moon will be visible from India and will take place on December 31.
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Cold moon lights up skies: See mesmerising pics of the rare lunar occurrence
World | Dec 16, 2024, 03:03 PM ISTThe Cold Moon is the name given to the full moon that occurs in December. It marks the final full moon of the year.
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NASA's lunar mission timeline shifts: Artemis 2 delayed to 2026, Artemis 3 to mid-2027
Science | Dec 09, 2024, 04:36 PM ISTThe NASA Artemis mission consists of three different phases. The final phase aims to land astronauts on the lunar surface. The schedules of the remaining two phases have been shifted.
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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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Chinese spacecraft samples confirm Moon's volcanic history
Science | Nov 18, 2024, 05:59 PM ISTChina's Chang'e-5 mission returned with rock samples from the far side of the Moon. The study of these rocks provided new insights into volcanic activity on the Moon.
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Karwa Chauth 2024 Moon Sighting: Delhi to Mumbai, know city-wise moonrise timings
Lifestyle | Oct 20, 2024, 07:22 PM ISTKarwa Chauth fast is one of the important festivals for married women. On this day, they cannot break their fast without seeing the moon. In such a situation, let us know when the moonrise will happen on October 20.
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Lunar Eclipse 2024: When and where to watch Chandra Grahan, is it visible in India?
Lifestyle | Sep 17, 2024, 01:55 PM ISTKnow the key details for Lunar Eclipses in 2024, including precise dates, visibility, and optimal viewing locations. Find out if the Chandra Grahan is observable in India and how to experience this celestial event.
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Lunar Eclipse 2024: Does Chandra Grahan affect your health? Check details
Health | Sep 17, 2024, 01:55 PM ISTKnow the potential health effects of the 2024 Lunar Eclipse, from emotional stress and hormonal changes to mental clarity and introspection. Learn how to prepare and mitigate its impact on physical and mental well-being.
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Earth to get a 'Mini-Moon': Rare asteroid 2024 PT5 to orbit for two months- All you need to know!
Originals | Sep 17, 2024, 11:45 AM ISTEarth is about to gain a temporary mini-moon as asteroid 2024 PT5 is captured by the planet's gravity from September 29 to November 25, 2024. Although it won’t complete a full orbit, its brief stay offers valuable insights into gravitational dynamics.
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Earth set to capture new mini-moon: Rare asteroid 2024 PT5 to orbit for two months
Science | Sep 14, 2024, 11:16 PM ISTAsteroid 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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Chandrayaan-3's historic landing celebrated on India’s inaugural National Space Day
Science | Aug 23, 2024, 10:15 AM ISTThis 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.