NASA scientists have discovered 26 brand-new bacterial species thriving in the ultra-sterile cleanrooms where spacecraft are assembled. Despite rigorous sterilization protocols, these microbes have evolved to survive in some of the harshest, most controlled environments on Earth—conditions that mimic aspects of space itself. Published in the journal Microbiome, the research was a global collaboration involving Read More…
Skywatchers across the Northern Hemisphere are in for a celestial treat as a partial solar eclipse unfolds on Saturday, March 30, 2025. The rare astronomical event will be visible across eastern Canada, northern Russia, and most of Europe, where the Moon will partially obscure the Sun, casting a mesmerizing crescent-shaped solar disk in the sky. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant achievement for Kerala’s space industry, SpaceX successfully launched the ‘Nila’ satellite, developed by Thiruvananthapuram-based space startup HEX20. The launch marks a major milestone for the startup and Kerala’s growing presence in the space sector. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) played a crucial role in supporting the project, providing necessary guidance Read More…
In a landmark achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its 100th rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F15), soaring 50.9 meters tall, lifted off at 6:23 AM IST, deploying the NVS-02 navigation satellite into a geosynchronous transfer orbit just 19 minutes post-launch. Marking ISRO’s first Read More…
India’s space programme is gearing up for an exciting year in 2025 as it embarks on a series of ambitious missions. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is determined to continue its momentum with several high-profile projects, including missions aimed at furthering space exploration, satellite launches, and lunar expeditions. With a proven track record of Read More…
In a historic milestone for space exploration and gender equality, Janet Petro has become the first woman to serve as Acting Administrator of NASA. Known for her leadership and contributions to aerospace innovation, Petro’s appointment marks a significant step forward in diversifying leadership in the space industry. Petro, who previously served as the Director of Read More…
In a groundbreaking achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully completed its first-ever Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX), marking India as the fourth nation in the world—after the United States, Russia, and China—to master in-space satellite docking technology. The historic mission featured two small satellites, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), each weighing approximately 220 Read More…
In a major advancement for neuroscience, IIT Madras has become the first institution globally to release the most detailed 3D high-resolution images of the human fetal brain. The dataset, named DHARANI, contains over 5,100 digital brain sections and is freely available to researchers worldwide. This effort, conducted by the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre, marks a Read More…
Jupiter is set to shine brilliantly tonight as it makes its closest approach to Earth. This celestial event happens every 13 months, making the gas giant appear brighter and larger than usual. The phenomenon coincides with Jupiter’s opposition, when Earth is directly between Jupiter and the Sun, offering optimal visibility. The planet will rise in Read More…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked another milestone by successfully launching the PSLV-C59 rocket carrying the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 satellites. The launch took place from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. These satellites, launched in a stacked configuration, were placed into a highly elliptical orbit with remarkable precision, underscoring Read More…