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Powerful solar storms trigger global alert as ISRO monitors Indian satellites
Science | Feb 04, 2026, 05:17 PM ISTIntense solar storms from a powerful sunspot region have raised concerns worldwide, with ISRO closely monitoring over 50 Indian satellites amid risks of radio blackouts and signal disruptions.
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Ratha Saptami 2026 remedies: Why avoiding salt on this day is believed to help all year
Spirituality | Jan 24, 2026, 12:43 PM ISTRatha Saptami 2026 is associated with simple remedies rooted in tradition. From avoiding salt to charity and prayer, these observances are believed to support health, stability and progress through the year.
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Rath Saptami 2026: Date, shubh muhurat, puja vidhi and significance of Sun worship
Spirituality | Jan 20, 2026, 08:27 PM ISTRath Saptami 2026 will be observed on January 25 and is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God. The festival marks the symbolic appearance of the Sun on his divine chariot. Here is a simple guide to the date, shubh muhurat, puja vidhi and the religious significance of Sun worship.
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ISRO's Aditya-L1 finds how solar storm impact on Earth’s magnetic field
Science | Jan 11, 2026, 11:31 AM ISTHow do solar storms impact Earth? ISRO's Aditya-L1 mission finds major breakthroughs in space weather, from magnetic field compression to atmospheric heating.
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Mangaladitya Yoga 2026: First Sun-Mars conjunction to boost fortune of these 3 zodiac signs
Astrology | Jan 04, 2026, 04:05 PM ISTThe first Mangaladitya Yoga of 2026 is forming with the Sun-Mars conjunction. This powerful yoga may bring financial gains, success and completion of pending tasks for three lucky zodiac signs.
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December 21: Shortest day of the year arrives in Northern Hemisphere, what to you need to know
Science | Dec 18, 2025, 12:34 PM ISTAlthough the Northern Hemisphere’s winter solstice typically occurs between December 20 and 23, this year’s solstice takes place on the 21st at 3:03 p.m. UTC (20:33 IST)
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Mangaladitya Yoga forms as Sun enters Sagittarius: Major gains for these 4 zodiac signs
Astrology | Dec 16, 2025, 07:53 AM ISTAs the Sun joins Mars in Sagittarius, a powerful Mangaladitya Yoga forms. Astrologers say this Sun-Mars alignment may bring positive shifts in education, career growth and personal life for certain zodiac signs during this period.
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Guru–Shani energy shift in 2026: These 5 zodiac signs will see major success
Astrology | Dec 12, 2025, 11:20 AM ISTAstrologers say 2026 will bring major opportunities and positive breakthroughs for five zodiac signs as Jupiter becomes the ruler of the year, supported by Saturn and the Sun’s harmonious energy.
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Aditya Mangal Raj Yoga: Sun–Mars conjunction to bless these zodiac signs from December 16
Astrology | Dec 08, 2025, 04:39 PM ISTAditya Mangal Raj Yoga will form in Sagittarius from December 16, 2025 to January 14, 2026. Astrology says Gemini, Leo, Scorpio and Pisces will see strong gains and life-changing success.
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Strongest Solar Flare of 2025 hits Earth: Radiation spikes to 10x normal at flight altitudes
Science | Dec 08, 2025, 01:30 PM ISTThe Sun unleashed its most powerful solar flare of 2025 on November 11, sending a burst of high-energy radiation speeding toward Earth. The X5.1-class flare triggered a rare ground-level enhancement (GLE), causing radiation levels at 40,000 feet to rise up to 10 times the normal background.
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Surya nakshatra parivartan 2025: Zodiac signs that will shine brighter after September 27
Astrology | Sep 24, 2025, 09:38 PM ISTOn September 27, 2025, the Sun shifts to Hasta Nakshatra, ending eclipse effects. Find out which zodiac signs will see fortune, growth, and new beginnings.
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Sun moves into Virgo on September 17: How it affects all 12 zodiac signs
Astrology | Sep 17, 2025, 12:31 PM ISTThe Sun enters Virgo on September 17, bringing a shift in energy toward practicality, organisation, and detail-orientated work. Let's find out how this transit will affect all 12 zodiac signs, from Aries to Pisces.
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Summer Solstice 2025: Know history, significance and how to celebrate longest day of the year
Lifestyle | Jun 21, 2025, 01:39 PM ISTIn the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season officially begins on the summer solstice. The day is full of festivities, sunshine, and the year's longest daylight hours.
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Boost your energy with these 6 simple yoga poses to practice under sun daily
Lifestyle | Jun 02, 2025, 12:14 PM ISTHarness the power of the sun and boost your energy with these 6 simple yoga poses. Practice these rejuvenating poses daily to enhance vitality and well-being. Know the benefits of Surya Namaskar and other energising yoga poses.
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India's Aditya-L1 mission reveals fresh details about solar coronal mass ejections
Science | Dec 11, 2024, 12:30 PM ISTResearchers have used a special instrument on the spacecraft to observe coronal mass ejections, which have revealed coronal dimming. These details will be further used to study the sun's atmosphere.
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ISRO's PSLV rocket places European Space Agency's Proba-3 satellites in orbit successfully
Science | Dec 05, 2024, 04:37 PM ISTESA's Proba 3 satellite successfully lifted off with the assistance of ISRO's PSLV C 59 rocket. It has also placed into the designated orbit approximately 20 minutes after launch.
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ISRO gears up for another shot at launching European Space Agency's Proba-3 mission today
Science | Dec 05, 2024, 10:37 AM ISTISRO's PSLV-C59 was initially scheduled to launch on December 4. However, it was postponed due to an anomaly in the spacecraft. The space agency is reattempting to launch the mission today.
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ISRO's PSLV all set to launch Europe's Proba-3 spacecraft next month
Science | Nov 23, 2024, 06:31 PM ISTISRO plans to utilize its PSLV to send the solar probes into space. The mission consists of two spacecraft that are stacked vertically for the launch.
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Chhath Puja 2024 Day 4: Usha Arghya is offered to rising sun; know sunrise timings, rituals and more
Lifestyle | Nov 08, 2024, 06:44 AM ISTChhath Puja 2024 Day 4: Usha Arghya is offered to the rising sun, marking the final ritual of the festival. Learn about sunrise timings, essential rituals, and the significance of this sacred offering.
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Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3: Sandhya Arghya date, timings of sunrise, sunset, puja rituals, significance
Lifestyle | Nov 07, 2024, 08:13 AM ISTExplore the significance of Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3, including the Sandhya Arghya date, rituals, and exact sunrise and sunset timings. Know the traditions and importance of this sacred evening offering to the Sun God.