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World Environment Day 2022: PM Narendra Modi to launch global initiative ‘LiFE Movement’, attend programme on  ‘Save Soil Movement’ today

World Environment Day 2022: PM Narendra Modi to launch global initiative ‘LiFE Movement’, attend programme on ‘Save Soil Movement’ today

The launch of the ‘Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) Movement' will witness the participation of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Co-Chairman Bill Gates, World Bank President David Malpass,

Jun 05, 2022, 06:31 AM IST
India sets up world's first liquid mirror telescope for astronomy- All you need to know

India sets up world's first liquid mirror telescope for astronomy- All you need to know

The conventional telescopes have polished glass mirrors on the other hand, as the name suggests, liquid mirror telescopes are made up of reflective liquids.

Jun 04, 2022, 10:47 AM IST
World Turtle Day 2022: UP govt releases nearly 300 endangered turtles into Chambal river

World Turtle Day 2022: UP govt releases nearly 300 endangered turtles into Chambal river

About 300 hatchlings of red-crowned roofed turtle (Batagur Kachuga) and three-striped roofed turtle (Batagur dhongoka) were released into the river, the PTI news agency reported.

May 23, 2022, 08:49 AM IST
Total lunar eclipse (chandra grahan) 2022: Check India timings, visibility and other details about the 'Blood Moon'

Total lunar eclipse (chandra grahan) 2022: Check India timings, visibility and other details about the 'Blood Moon'

A total eclipse occurs when Earth passes directly between the moon and the sun and casts a shadow on our cosmic companion. The May 15-16 event will be the first of two total lunar eclipses in 2022.

May 15, 2022, 12:01 PM IST
Total Lunar Eclipse 2022 to turn the Moon red next week; will it be visible in India? Here's all you need to know

Total Lunar Eclipse 2022 to turn the Moon red next week; will it be visible in India? Here's all you need to know

Total Lunar Eclipse 2022: Skygazers can see the moon take on a reddish tint next week.

May 10, 2022, 13:05 PM IST
Ever wondered about the sound that comes out of black hole? NASA releases new audio - Check here

Ever wondered about the sound that comes out of black hole? NASA releases new audio - Check here

As expected the sound produced by the black hole is eerie and haunting.

May 08, 2022, 11:07 AM IST
MYSTERIOUS new auroras discovered on Mars in UAE's Hope probe

MYSTERIOUS new auroras discovered on Mars in UAE's Hope probe

Auroras are dancing waves of light like the northern lights seen on Earth. They appear on a planet when solar activity disturbs its atmosphere. 

Apr 29, 2022, 13:51 PM IST
Rare astronomical event: Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn to align in straight line this week after 1000 years

Rare astronomical event: Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn to align in straight line this week after 1000 years

The alignment of three planets on one side of the Sun is very common and can be seen for many days in a year. Similarly, the alignment of four planets occurs once a year while that of five planets

Apr 27, 2022, 10:40 AM IST
We’re great admirers of ISRO, says Omran Sharaf, Project Director of Emirates Mars Mission

We’re great admirers of ISRO, says Omran Sharaf, Project Director of Emirates Mars Mission

The Emirates Mars Mission is United Arab Emirates' first mission to Mars and First Arab Interplanetary mission. It is designed to ​orbit Mars and study the dynamics in ​the Martian atmosphere on a

Apr 26, 2022, 13:14 PM IST
Alien life on Europa? Jupiter's moon may contain evidence of extraterrestrial life

Alien life on Europa? Jupiter's moon may contain evidence of extraterrestrial life

Among Jupiter's four moons known as Galilean satellites, Europa is the smallest, having been discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610.

Apr 21, 2022, 12:20 PM IST
Massive solar flare from the Sun could impact satellite communications: CESSI

Massive solar flare from the Sun could impact satellite communications: CESSI

Solar flares are intense bursts of energy that may disrupt radio communications, electrical grids, and navigational signals, as well as endanger spacecraft and astronauts.

Apr 20, 2022, 15:42 PM IST
US warned of Chinese ability to militarise space technology to block American radars, jam sophisticated weapons systems

US warned of Chinese ability to militarise space technology to block American radars, jam sophisticated weapons systems

The ANI report said that it gives credence to what was suspected by the international community till now that China has reached a stage of self-reliance in space technology and acquired capabilities

Apr 19, 2022, 10:42 AM IST
'Now or never': UN report suggest growing forests, eating less meat to avoid climate extremes

'Now or never': UN report suggest growing forests, eating less meat to avoid climate extremes

At this point, only severe emissions cuts in this decade across all sectors, from agriculture and transport to energy and buildings, can turn things around, the report says.

Apr 05, 2022, 12:41 PM IST
Sun erupts with 17 flares, solar storms likely to hit Earth today

Sun erupts with 17 flares, solar storms likely to hit Earth today

NASA's powerful Solar Dynamics Observatory captured stunning views of the solar eruptions, as did the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory. A strong flare aimed toward Earth, along with a large coronal

Mar 31, 2022, 11:24 AM IST
Explained: Why mercury is rising and what's behind searing heatwave in March this year

Explained: Why mercury is rising and what's behind searing heatwave in March this year

On Saturday (March 19), the maximum temperature recorded in Delhi was 36.6 degrees Celsius, which was six notches above normal.

Mar 20, 2022, 11:32 AM IST
National Science Day: PM Modi urges families to develop a scientific temperament in kids

National Science Day: PM Modi urges families to develop a scientific temperament in kids

"Let us reaffirm our commitment towards fulfilling our collective scientific responsibility and leveraging the power of science for human progress," PM Modi said. 

Feb 28, 2022, 09:52 AM IST
ISRO launches PSLV-C52 with earth observation and 2 small satellites - WATCH

ISRO launches PSLV-C52 with earth observation and 2 small satellites - WATCH

This was ISRO's first launch mission of 2022.

Feb 14, 2022, 06:45 AM IST
NASA's Mars orbiter finds water flowed on Red Planet longer than thought

NASA's Mars orbiter finds water flowed on Red Planet longer than thought

Caltech scientists studying data from NASA`s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter found signs of liquid water on the Red Planet as recently as 2 billion to 2.5 billion years ago, meaning water flowed there

Jan 28, 2022, 09:45 AM IST
NASA`s James Webb Space Telescope reaches gravitational parking spot in solar orbit

NASA`s James Webb Space Telescope reaches gravitational parking spot in solar orbit

With a final course-correcting maneuver by on-board rocket thrusters, NASA`s James Webb Space Telescope reached its destination at a position of orbital stability between the Earth and sun known as

Jan 25, 2022, 06:41 AM IST
Exclusive: My work is to inspire team, support new ideas and make them a reality, says ISRO Chairman Dr S Somanath

Exclusive: My work is to inspire team, support new ideas and make them a reality, says ISRO Chairman Dr S Somanath

ISRO Chairman Dr S Somanath shared his vision for the ongoing tenure, his thoughts on Indian re-usable rocket projects, his expectations from Indian start-ups and conglomerates, the ambitious

Jan 21, 2022, 15:21 PM IST