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Indian scientists complete sequencing of 10,000 genomes for database
Science | Feb 28, 2024, 02:37 PM ISTScientists in India have finished sequencing the genomes of 10,000 people from different Indian communities. This effort aims to create a database that could help develop treatments based on genes.
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When is National Science Day 2024? Know date, history, significance and more
Lifestyle | Feb 28, 2024, 07:06 AM ISTCelebrated on February 28th, National Science Day honours Sir C.V. Raman's discovery and emphasises the significance of science in India's progress.
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National Science Day 2024: The story of Raman effect, theme, importance, and events | All details
Science | Feb 27, 2024, 02:31 PM ISTNational Science Day is a special day in India to celebrate a discovery called the Raman Effect. It's named after a scientist named Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman.
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China launches powerful rocket with classified communication satellite: All you need to know
Science | Feb 25, 2024, 12:37 PM ISTThe powerful Long March 5 rocket is normally used to launch very large payloads. A Long March 5 rocket was last used in December to launch a large optical remote-sensing satellite into orbit.
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American lunar mission's Odysseus possibly landed sideways on Moon | Check details
Science | Feb 24, 2024, 11:51 AM ISTThe mission marked the fourth private sector attempt to land softly on the Moon. Intuitive Machines now joins a select group of national space agencies that have achieved lunar landings.
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Solar storm impact detected by PAPA payload on ISRO's Aditya-L1 satellite: Details
Science | Feb 23, 2024, 02:25 PM ISTPAPA (Plasma Analyser Package for Aditya) was developed by ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) to support Aditya-L1's mission of studying the Sun's coronal heating processes and solar transients.
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ISRO's INSAT-3DS: Precision equipment developed by Salem College students
Science | Feb 22, 2024, 07:30 PM ISTAs a reliable partner for developing indigenous technology products like rocket motors for mission-critical applications of ISRO, SonaSPEED has also been picked up to provide precision components for the ensuing Gaganyaan mission, the College said in the statement.
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INSAT-3DS update: Spacecraft reaches geosynchronous orbit, all planned firings done, says ISRO
Science | Feb 22, 2024, 01:20 PM ISTThe INSAT-3DS satellite weighs 2274-kilogram and it is equipped with advanced payloads which are majorly designed to provide more accurate and timely data on atmospheric conditions.
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Gaganyaan: ISRO completes final test of engine that can carry humans to space
Science | Feb 21, 2024, 01:58 PM ISTThe space agency said, “To achieve the human rating standards, four engines underwent 39 hot firing tests under various operating conditions for a cumulative time period of 8810 seconds against the minimum human rating qualification standard requirement, which is 6350 seconds.”
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ISRO successfully launches INSAT-3DS satellite to improve disaster warning systems
Science | Feb 18, 2024, 06:08 AM ISTISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) successfully launched the INSAT-3DS satellite on GSLV-F14 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 5:35 pm today.
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ISRO all set to launch INSAT-3DS satellite shortly | Watch LIVE
Science | Feb 17, 2024, 05:28 PM ISTISRO INSAT 3DS Satellite Launch LIVE: The countdown for the launch of the GSLV-F 14/INSAT 3DS mission has started. The launch will take place at 5:30 pm on Saturday from Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
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Cartosat-2 mission concludes: ISRO successfully crashes satellite back to earth | All details
Science | Feb 16, 2024, 01:28 PM ISTISRO successfully ended its Cartosat-2 mission by safely bringing the probe back to Earth. Here's everything you need to know about this mission.
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Elon Musk announces SpaceX's relocation of incorporation from Delaware to Texas
Science | Feb 15, 2024, 04:51 PM ISTEarlier this month (February), the billionaire announced that Tesla would move immediately to hold a shareholder vote to change its legal home from the US state of Delaware to Texas.
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NASA Expedition 71 astronauts to undertake crucial research in space: Details
Science | Feb 11, 2024, 10:56 AM ISTThe expedition will include NASA astronauts- Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, Jeanette Epps and Tracy C. Dyson who will reach the space station in February and March as well.
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NASA shares detailed image of Moon's far side, describes it as 'It's the side we never see..'
Science | Feb 09, 2024, 06:39 PM ISTThe US Space Agency, NASA, shared a never-before-seen photo of the moon on their official Instagram handle, which has amazed online viewers.
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ISRO to launch meteorological satellite for better weather forecasts - Check details
Science | Feb 08, 2024, 06:31 PM ISTIndia's GSLV-F14/INSAT-3DS mission aims to deploy a meteorological satellite for enhanced weather monitoring and disaster management, using data collected for improved forecasts and rescue services.
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Bengaluru teen wins Rs 3.31 crore prize money in 'Breakthrough Junior Challenge' contest
Trending | Feb 07, 2024, 11:25 AM ISTThe Breakthrough Junior Challenge is also known as 'Oscars of Science'. The competition is about exploring the use of science, physics and math in daily life.
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NASA's Juno spacecraft captures Jupiter Moon Io's surface in close flyby | See pic
Science | Feb 06, 2024, 11:35 AM ISTNASA's Juno spacecraft made a close flyby of Jupiter's moon Io, capturing detailed images to understand its volcanic activity and geological features influenced by Jupiter's gravity.
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Six Moon missions launched by Space Agencies from three Countries: Why?
Science | Jan 28, 2024, 01:08 PM ISTA host of missions from various countries have been planned to the Moon, while NASA with its Artemis III aims to land the first woman and the first person of colour on the Moon, paving the way for a long-term, sustainable presence and serving as a gateway for future astronaut missions to Mars.
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Aditya-L1 spacecraft achieves successful deployment of magnetometer boom in space: What it means?
Science | Jan 25, 2024, 06:31 PM ISTIndia's Aditya-L1 spacecraft successfully deployed a 6-meter magnetometer boom in space, a critical step for its mission to study the Sun's chromosphere, corona, and interplanetary magnetic field.