Space
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Draconid Meteor Shower 2024: Catch dozens of shooting stars this October
Science | Oct 07, 2024, 07:19 PM ISTThe Draconid Meteor Shower 2024 is expected to peak on October 8, with around 10 meteors per hour. The best viewing time is suggested after sunset, as the moon will set a few hours later, minimizing light interference and allowing for clearer views of the meteor shower.
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NASA's Hubble telescope reveals stunning Spiral Galaxy in deep space
Science | Sep 30, 2024, 06:32 PM ISTThe collaboration between Hubble, James Webb, and ALMA marks a new era of space observation, as scientists continue to unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through detailed imagery and powerful data.
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James Webb Space Telescope uncovers distant galaxy offering clues to the Early universe
Science | Sep 29, 2024, 05:26 PM ISTThe James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has discovered a distant galaxy, seen about one billion years after the Big Bang, offering a rare look into the early universe. This galaxy, in a transitional phase between dust clouds and fully formed galaxies, could provide crucial insights into how stars.
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ESA's DRACO Mission: Pioneering satellite reentry study to curb space debris
Science | Sep 29, 2024, 02:30 PM ISTThe European Space Agency (ESA) will launch its DRACO mission in 2027 to study satellite disintegration during reentry. Partnering with tech firm Deimos, ESA aims to gather data that will help reduce space debris and develop eco-friendly satellite technology for future space missions.
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SpaceX launches rescue mission for NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore stuck in space
Science | Sep 29, 2024, 07:13 AM ISTSpaceX has long been the leader in NASA's commercial crew program, established as the space shuttles were retiring more than a decade ago.
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NASA alerts about 2 asteroids to pass by Earth this week
Science | Sep 23, 2024, 03:14 PM ISTAs these asteroids make their approach, NASA continues to monitor their trajectories, ensuring public safety while providing opportunities for astronomical observation.
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Elon Musk plans to open a portal to Mars by October 2026
Science | Sep 23, 2024, 02:55 PM ISTAs SpaceX gears up for these groundbreaking missions, the focus remains on technological achievements and the broader vision of human settlement on Mars, even as Musk navigates the intersection of politics and space exploration.
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Discovery suggests 2nd Kuiper Belt in our solar system: Everything you need to know
Science | Sep 22, 2024, 01:41 PM ISTAstronomers have uncovered evidence of a potential second Kuiper Belt, expanding the boundaries of our solar system. Here's what this discovery could mean.
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India to have its own Bharatiya Antariksha Station: List of active and future space stations
Science | Sep 18, 2024, 10:24 PM ISTIt should be noted that the Gaganyaan Programme has been revised to include the development of precursor missions for the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) and accommodate one additional uncrewed mission, along with extra hardware requirements.
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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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Polaris Dawn Mission: Civilian astronauts complete groundbreaking spacewalk
Science | Sep 12, 2024, 09:48 PM ISTJared Isaacman, the businessman who is part of the mission says "Earth sure looks like a perfect world". He stated this as he left the SpaceX capsule and stepped out into space.
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'God of Chaos': The most hazardous asteroid that could hit Earth by THIS date | SHOCKING DETAILS
World | Sep 10, 2024, 11:42 PM ISTA huge asteroid, nicknamed the 'God of Chaos,' is set to fly past Earth closer than some satellites do, leading scientists to reassess their predictions about a possible collision.
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NASA's advanced composite Solar Sail System successfully deploys in space
Science | Sep 04, 2024, 05:49 PM ISTAfter more than four months in space, NASA’s Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) has successfully deployed its solar sail, achieving a major milestone in space propulsion.
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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.
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Sending people to Mars? Here are some invisible problems you must know
Science | Aug 19, 2024, 03:47 PM ISTBalancing the risks of space travel against the immense potential of space exploration is a challenging yet crucial endeavour. Despite the health dangers, the scientific discoveries that could result from sending humans to Mars hold the promise of being revolutionary.
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Independence Day 2024: PM Modi says space sector essential for making India powerful nation
Science | Aug 15, 2024, 11:26 AM ISTIn his 78th Independence Day speech, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also emphasised the success of Chandrayaan and the role of educational institutions in promoting scientific temper among youth.
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NASA teams up with SpaceX and Northrop Grumman for 21st Cygnus resupply mission
Science | Aug 04, 2024, 02:02 PM ISTNASA, Northrop Grumman, and SpaceX are scheduled to launch the next cargo delivery mission to the International Space Station on Sunday at 11:02 a.m. EDT (8:30 p.m. Indian Standard Time). This mission represents the agency's 21st commercial resupply services mission to the orbiting laboratory, utili
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Two NASA astronauts including Sunita Williams confident Boeing's space capsule can return
Science | Jul 10, 2024, 10:31 PM ISTThe test flight was expected to last a week or so, enough time for Wilmore and Williams to check out the capsule while docked at the station. But problems with the capsule's propulsion system, used to maneuver the spacecraft, prompted NASA and Boeing to delay the flight home several times.
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Massive Asteroid 2024 MT1 heading towards earth at 65,000 Km/h, warns NASA
Science | Jul 07, 2024, 12:56 PM ISTNASA has recently alerted the public about a significant asteroid named 2024 MT1, which is hurtling towards Earth at a speed of 65,215 km/h. Measuring about 260 feet in diameter—comparable in size to the Statue of Liberty—this asteroid has captured the attention of scientists and space enthusiasts.
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VIDEO: From space to Barbados's sea beach, how catastrophic Hurricane Beryl looks
World | Jul 02, 2024, 04:56 PM ISTHurricane Beryl strengthened to Category 5 status after it ripped doors, windows and roofs off homes across the southeastern Caribbean with devastating winds and storm surge fueled by the Atlantic’s record warmth.