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  SpaceX launches rescue mission for NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore stuck in space

  Science | September 29, 2024 7:13 IST

  SpaceX 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 | September 23, 2024 15:14 IST

  As 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 | September 23, 2024 14:55 IST

  As 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 | September 22, 2024 13:41 IST

  Astronomers 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 | September 18, 2024 22:24 IST

  It 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 | September 14, 2024 23:16 IST

  Asteroid 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 | September 12, 2024 21:48 IST

  Jared 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 | September 10, 2024 23:42 IST

  A 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 | September 04, 2024 17:49 IST

  After 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 | August 23, 2024 10:15 IST

  This 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 | August 19, 2024 15:47 IST

  Balancing 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 | August 15, 2024 11:26 IST

  In 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 | August 04, 2024 14:02 IST

  NASA, 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 | July 10, 2024 22:31 IST

  The 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 | July 07, 2024 12:56 IST

  NASA 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 | July 02, 2024 16:56 IST

  Hurricane 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.

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  'Take a journey through triple-star system': NASA's Hubble telescope amazes space lovers

  Trending | July 02, 2024 15:45 IST

  NASA never leaves an opportunity to amaze people. The space agency keeps sharing stunning pictures from the vast universe. Recently, they shared beautiful pictures of the triple-star system.

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  NASA calls off spacewalk after spacesuit water leak, astronaut says 'literally water everywhere now'

  World | June 25, 2024 14:57 IST

  According to NASA, The duo were not in danger. The astronauts were supposed to remove a faulty communications box and collect microbe samples from outside the orbiting laboratory.

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  Gujarat: World's biggest Khavda Mega-Power Park visible from space

  Gujarat | June 10, 2024 22:14 IST

  Once completed, Khavda Mega-Power Park will account for over nine percent of India's total renewable energy power production and would become the largest power plant of any kind on the planet.

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  Chang'e-6 Mission: China lands on Moon's far side to collect samples

  Science | June 02, 2024 14:01 IST

  The Chang'e-6 mission in human lunar exploration aims to collect and return samples from the moon's far side for the first time. It has achieved significant advancements in the design and control technology of the lunar retrograde orbit.