Space

Would an asteroid discovered in 1997 hit Earth? Search for answers led to much more

When Asteroid 1997 XF11 was discovered in 1997, it led to panic over fears that it would collide with Earth. However, it left behind a different kind of impact on humankind and science. Read to know what it was.

Jul 1, 2017

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NASA supercomputers to identify deadly asteroid impacts

In 2013, the Russian city of Chelyabinsk was affected by an asteroid's shock wave which injured over 1,200 people and damaged buildings as far away as 93 kilometres.

Jun 30, 2017

NASA compares images of Saturn's 3 moons taken by Cassini

These photos were taken with the help of the narrow-angle camera of Cassini spacecraft oriented in a way that the north side is up.

Jun 29, 2017

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Space junk to be cleared using magnetic space tugs to prevent satellite collisions [VIDEO]

The number of CubeSats launched into space can spike up to 12,000 in the coming years, increasing the danger in space travel and the risk of satellite collisions.

Jun 28, 2017

This supersonic X-Plane by NASA will whizz through your cityscape but you won't hear anything

NASA's supersonic X-Plane will generate about 60 A-weighted decibels of noise, which is in the range of normal conversation.

Jun 27, 2017

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NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory reveals new image of Arp 299, a galactic goulash

The ultra-luminous X-ray sources (ULXs) were spotted in the regions where stars were forming at a speedy rate.

Jun 27, 2017

Do aliens exist? NASA says it doesn't know yet but missions under way to find the answer

NASA said that it was not going to announce any alien discovery, suggesting that the recent Anonymous video was nothing but a bogus claim.

Jun 27, 2017

ISRO: 13 satellites being used by military to keep eye on enemies

The total number of satellites that are being used for military purposes has gone up to 13 following the successful launch of the Cartosat-2E satellite that has surveillance capabilities.

Jun 26, 2017

NASA's Opportunity Mars rover to look for evidence of ancient lake in Perseverance Valley

Scientists have planned to send Opportunity down Perseverance Valley after completing a "walkabout" survey of the area.

Jun 26, 2017

Hactivist group claims NASA could soon announce the discovery of intelligent alien life

Hacktivist group Anonoymous claimed recent discoveries by NASA strongly suggest the existence of alien life.

Jun 25, 2017

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KalamSat: Top 7 facts you need to know about the world's smallest satellite

NASA launches world's smallest and lightest satellite -- KalamSat -- on Thursday, June 22, 2017.

Jun 23, 2017

NASA's IRIS helped in solving the mystery behind Sun's spicules [VIDEO]

The scientists used to face difficulties in analysing the spicules and to understand the movement of the solar material and energy move through and away from the Sun. Now it appears the mystery has been solved.

Jun 23, 2017

Isro PSLV-C38 launch is special for these Tamil Nadu students [PHOTO]

The launch of PSLV-C38 by Isro on Friday, June 23, is special for students of the Noorul Islam University in Tamil Nadu because a satellite they built is part of the payload. Read to know more.

Jun 23, 2017

Isro PSLV-C38 launch updates: Cartosat 2, NIUSAT and 29 other satellites put in orbit [PHOTOS]

The Indian Space Research Organisation has launched the PSLV-C38 on Friday, June 23, at around 9:30 am IST. Read all the details and live updates right here.

Jun 23, 2017

Isro PSLV-C38 launch LIVE streaming: Where to watch as Indian space agency launches satellites [VIDEO]

Isro on June 22 began the countdown for the launch of PSLV-C38 along with Cartosat-2 series satellite, which will take place on June 23. Watch it online right here.

Jun 22, 2017

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Space

Would an asteroid discovered in 1997 hit Earth? Search for answers led to much more

NASA supercomputers to identify deadly asteroid impacts

NASA compares images of Saturn's 3 moons taken by Cassini

Space junk to be cleared using magnetic space tugs to prevent satellite collisions [VIDEO]

This supersonic X-Plane by NASA will whizz through your cityscape but you won't hear anything

NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory reveals new image of Arp 299, a galactic goulash

Do aliens exist? NASA says it doesn't know yet but missions under way to find the answer

ISRO: 13 satellites being used by military to keep eye on enemies

NASA's Opportunity Mars rover to look for evidence of ancient lake in Perseverance Valley

Hactivist group claims NASA could soon announce the discovery of intelligent alien life

KalamSat: Top 7 facts you need to know about the world's smallest satellite

NASA's IRIS helped in solving the mystery behind Sun's spicules [VIDEO]

Isro PSLV-C38 launch is special for these Tamil Nadu students [PHOTO]

Isro PSLV-C38 launch updates: Cartosat 2, NIUSAT and 29 other satellites put in orbit [PHOTOS]

Isro PSLV-C38 launch LIVE streaming: Where to watch as Indian space agency launches satellites [VIDEO]

Subjects offered in Madrassas sans hard-line boundaries: Ministry clarifies

No Covid deaths in Telangana for 5th time in a month

IndiGo diverted to Karachi due to medical emergency | details