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NASA's Perseverance rover sends first acoustic recording of laser shots on Mars, Listen to it here

NASA on Wednesday (March 10) released "the first acoustic recording of laser impacts on a rock target on Mars." This audio recording comes from a microphone attached to the rover. As per the reports the audio was recorded on March 2. 

Mar 11, 2021, 11:10 AM IST

Did you know Mars rover's giant parachute carried secret message and space enthusiasts cracked it within a few hours?

NASA hid a secret message on the parachute that landed its Perseverance rover down on the surface of Mars last week. Internet sleuths claim to have "cracked a code" hidden in images from the Mars rover's landing last week.

Feb 24, 2021, 07:07 AM IST

Fading winter on Mars shows dry ice effect on dunes in the form of 'beautiful patterns' – See pic

Captured on May 21, 2017, at 13:21 local Mars time during spring in Mars' Northern hemisphere, the image shows how over the winter, snow and ice have inexorably covered the dunes.

Aug 25, 2017, 12:30 PM IST

Five years of Curiosity: NASA goes back in time to celebrate Mars rover's anniversary - Watch

The droid, which landed near Mount Sharp five years ago, is examining clues on that mountain about long-ago lakes on Mars.

Aug 06, 2017, 10:54 AM IST

Jupiter dawns a shroud of haze, paints an awe-inspiring picture! - See pic

The image shows haze particles over a range of altitudes on Jupiter's surface, as seen in reflected sunlight.

Jul 02, 2017, 15:38 PM IST

NASA study on hottest summers in Greenland churned out a new discovery and it's worrying!

This solitary wave is a new discovery that may increase the potential for sustained ice loss in Greenland as the climate continues to warm, with implications for the future rate of sea level rise.

May 26, 2017, 10:59 AM IST

NASA pays tribute to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam; names new bacteria species after late Indian President!

The filter on which the new bug was found remained on board the ISS for 40 months.

May 21, 2017, 12:38 PM IST

After record-setting satellite launch, ISRO aims for Venus and Mars; may partner with NASA!

The second mission to Mars is planned for in 2021-2022 timeframe and as per existing plans it may well involve putting a robot on the surface of the Red Planet.

Feb 12, 2017, 17:02 PM IST

Happy fourth, Curiosity: NASA celebrates rover's anniversary with new social media game!

4th August, 2016 marks Curiosity's fourth anniversary on the Red Planet and this evidently calls for a celebration, which NASA has wasted no time in doing!

Aug 04, 2016, 23:45 PM IST

Thanks to Dawn, NASA now has access to the interiors of Ceres!

As per NASA, Ceres has a special property called "hydrostatic equilibrium," which was confirmed in this study.

Aug 04, 2016, 19:45 PM IST

See pic: NASA's Cassini spacecraft captures a dazzling Rhea during its Saturn probe!

NASA just released a beautiful image of Rhea shining in the full sunlight, the reason being the water ice that forms most of the moon's surface.

Aug 01, 2016, 23:20 PM IST

NASA's Juno spacecraft to touch Jupiter's farthest point in orbit!

The spacecraft is currently executing the first of two long orbits prior to beginning its science mission. 

Jul 31, 2016, 22:08 PM IST

And we're there! Juno enters Jupiter's orbit; NASA celebrates success

NASA's JPL announced the official confirmation of Juno's orbit insertion as soon as it took place.

Jul 05, 2016, 09:44 AM IST

Juno mission: The historic Jupiter orbit insertion ends in celebration!

The spacecraft fired its main engine for 35 minutes and scrubbed 1,212 mph from its initial 37,000 mph velocity.  

Jul 05, 2016, 08:39 AM IST

NASA's Juno all set to reach Jupiter; 'We are ready', say spacecraft investigators

After the main engine burn, Juno will be in orbit around Jupiter.

Jul 04, 2016, 08:48 AM IST

Angry cricketer kills umpire's sister after he refuses to change decision

Jarara Premier League (JPL), faced tragic incident on May 28, when a casual umpiring decision during a match, proved costly.

May 31, 2016, 21:00 PM IST

Scientists say melting of Greenland glaciers worse than thought

The findings showed “the glaciers in Greenland are more sensitive to climate change than previously thought.

Apr 25, 2016, 10:17 AM IST

NASA invites India to jointly explore Mars, send astronauts

This is of direct benefit be it for India or California where we see tectonic activity.

Feb 28, 2016, 10:06 AM IST

Increasing water on land slowing down rising seas

The water gains over land were spread globally but taken together, they equal the volume of Lake Huron, the world’s seventh largest lake.

Feb 12, 2016, 10:19 AM IST

Govt clears Mylan's takeover of Jai Pharma

The government on Thursday approved the proposal of global pharma major Mylan to invest USD 750 million in its Indian arm to help it acquire Taparia family-owned Jai Pharma Ltd (JPL).

Nov 06, 2015, 00:43 AM IST