Jupiter: News
26 Oct 2024
James Webb Space TelescopeJames Webb Space Telescope discovers 'failed stars' beyond Milky Way
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), in conjunction with the Hubble Space Telescope, may have spotted a group of "failed star" brown dwarfs in the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC).
26 Oct 2024
MilanIon drive breakthrough could enable rapid interstellar travel
A recent paper presented at the 75th International Astronautical Congress in Milan, has proposed that ion drives or electric propulsion systems, could be used to carry a massive payload on different trajectories.
14 Oct 2024
NASANASA's $5.2B probe begins journey to Jupiter's icy moon Europa
NASA has successfully launched a $5.2 billion probe, the Europa Clipper, on a 1.8 billion mile journey to Jupiter and its icy moon Europa.
14 Oct 2024
NASANASA mission to explore Jupiter's 'potentially habitable' moon launches today
NASA is gearing up for the launch of its ambitious Europa Clipper mission today at 8:30 pm IST.
07 Oct 2024
NASANASA's Europa Clipper launch delayed due to Hurricane Milton
NASA and SpaceX have announced the postponement of the much-anticipated Europa Clipper mission, originally scheduled for Thursday.
12 Sep 2024
NASANASA approves mission to explore world 'potentially habitable today'
NASA's ambitious Europa Clipper mission is set to launch in October, following a successful review of the spacecraft.
10 Sep 2024
NASANASA mission to explore Jupiter's moon will launch next month
NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft is set to launch next month, following a successful review of its mission readiness.
28 Aug 2024
AstronomyJames Webb telescope discovers rogue planet with mini solar system
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made a groundbreaking discovery of six rogue planets, wandering freely in space. These celestial bodies are not bound by any star and operate independently of universal laws.
12 Aug 2024
European Space AgencyJupiter-bound spacecraft to attempt daring double flyby this week
The European Space Agency (ESA) is preparing for one of the most daring operations ever undertaken in interplanetary flight.
11 Aug 2024
MarsMars, Jupiter's closest encounter in three days: How to watch
Mars and Jupiter are set for their closest encounter of the decade, a celestial event that will be visible from Earth.
01 Aug 2024
NASANASA shares skywatching tips for top celestial events this August
NASA has released its list of must-see celestial events for August 2024.
27 Jul 2024
European Space AgencyEuropean spacecraft set for historic Earth-Moon slingshot next month
The European Space Agency (ESA)'s spacecraft, Juice, is gearing up for a groundbreaking maneuver next month.
25 Jul 2024
James Webb Space Telescope6x bigger than Jupiter: NASA's Webb telescope discovers giant exoplanet
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has photographed an exoplanet that is estimated to be nearly six times bigger than Jupiter.
18 Jul 2024
James Webb Space TelescopeHow hot planets are formed? Astronomers shed light on phenomenon
Astronomers have discovered an exoplanet, TIC 241249530 b, with a highly oblong orbit that experiences extreme temperature swings.
17 Jul 2024
NASANASA's exoplanet count surpasses 5,500, raising hopes for habitable worlds
NASA has officially confirmed the existence of more than 5,500 exoplanets outside our solar system. This significant celestial achievement marks a 31-year journey of astronomical discoveries.
07 Jul 2024
AstronomyCosmic curator from Slovakia creates stunning infographics of 1,600 exoplanets
Martin Vargic, a Slovakian space enthusiast, author, and graphic artist, has crafted two infographic posters featuring nearly 1,600 exoplanets.
03 Jul 2024
NASAMystery behind the hellish surface of Jupiter's moon Io revealed
NASA's Juno probe has revealed that Jupiter's moon Io, the most volcanically active celestial body in our Solar System, is fully covered in lava lakes.
29 Jun 2024
NASANASA's Juno probe discovers lava lakes on Jupiter's moon Io
NASA's Juno mission, initially aimed at studying Jupiter, has uncovered "fire-breathing" lava lakes on the planet's moon Io.
27 Jun 2024
Solar SystemJupiter's unexplained nighttime glow sparks dark matter theory
Scientists have long been intrigued by the enigmatic nature of dark matter, a substance believed to constitute approximately 70 to 80% of all mass in the universe.
27 May 2024
MarsRare 'Planet Parade' on June 3: How to watch
Skywatchers are set for a celestial treat in 2024 with a series of cosmic events.
05 Mar 2024
Space NewsOxygen levels on Jupiter's moon Europa lower than expected
Scientists have discovered that Jupiter's moon Europa has less oxygen on its icy surface than previously believed, which could affect the possibility of life in its hidden ocean.
30 Dec 2023
Space NewsExciting space missions to look out for in 2024
This year saw several remarkable space missions.
21 Dec 2023
MoonDecember's Cold Moon: All about 2023's last full moon
The final full moon of 2023, dubbed the Cold Moon, will light up the night sky on December 26. The Moon will appear full on Christmas, adding a celestial touch to holiday festivities.
03 Nov 2023
AstronomyNovember 2023 skywatching guide: Celestial events to look out for
This November, the night sky offers a variety of celestial events for stargazers to enjoy, ranging from meteor showers to breathtaking views of Jupiter and the Beaver Moon.
31 Oct 2023
NASANASA detects life-supporting elements on Ganymede, Jupiter's moon
NASA's Juno mission has uncovered the presence of mineral salts and organic compounds on Ganymede, Jupiter's largest moon.
30 Oct 2023
AstronomyJupiter will appear its biggest and brightest this week
This week will be filled with several spectacular stargazing events. Notably, Jupiter will be seen at its brightest and largest when viewed from Earth.
02 Oct 2023
AstronomyOctober skywatching tips: How to view the brightest planets
October will bring a spectacular display of planets in the night sky, perfect for stargazing.
22 Sep 2023
NASAJWST finds carbon dioxide on Europa, fuels possibilities of life
Jupiter's icy moon Europa, known to have a subsurface ocean beneath its crust, is among the most intriguing targets in the search for extraterrestrial life.
29 Aug 2023
NASAJWST, Hubble to help NASA's Juno Probe study Jupiter's moon
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Hubble Space Telescope, and NASA's Juno spacecraft are joining forces to study Jupiter's moon, Io, which is the most volcanically active world in the solar system.
07 Aug 2023
MoonWatch Jupiter and half moon grace the sky tonight
Tonight (August 7), stargazers are in for a treat as Jupiter and the half moon will appear together in the sky.
02 Aug 2023
James Webb Space TelescopeNASA's JWST unveils secrets of Jovian moons Io and Ganymede
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has uncovered new information about Jupiter's moons Io and Ganymede.
03 Jul 2023
NASAJWST completes stunning visual collection of solar system's giant planets
NASA recently released a stunning new image of Saturn, depicting the planet's rings shining brightly against the blackness of space. The striking image was captured by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
03 Jul 2023
NASANASA's skywatching tips: Top astronomical events to view this July
Starting with the year's first supermoon tonight, there are a couple of stunning celestial spectacles bound to grace the skies this July.
16 Jun 2023
SaturnRare planetary alignment on June 17: How to watch
A rare five-planet alignment will occur on June 17 and it's not one you would want to miss.
05 Jun 2023
AstronomyUnmissable astronomy events this month: A list
The month of June will be a great one for stargazing.
15 May 2023
SaturnSaturn becomes first planet to have 100+ known moons
As many as 62 new moons have been discovered around Saturn, taking the total count from 83 to a whopping 145.
17 Apr 2023
European Space AgencyWhere is JUICE now and what's next for the mission
European Space Agency (ESA) recently launched the JUICE (Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer) mission, which is set to probe Jupiter and its moons—Europa, Callisto, and Ganymede.
14 Apr 2023
European Space AgencyESA launches JUICE mission to probe Jupiter's moons: Key facts
European Space Agency has successfully launched the JUICE (Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer) mission, which will probe Jupiter and three of its moons—Europa, Callisto, and Ganymede.
13 Apr 2023
European Space AgencyESA postpones launch of JUICE mission because of bad weather
European Space Agency (ESA) has postponed the JUICE (Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer) mission due to unfavorable weather conditions. The decision to call off came less than 10 minutes before the scheduled lift-off.
22 Mar 2023
Space NewsThese five planets will come together in late March
Just days after the Venus-Jupiter-Moon conjunction, stargazers are bound to witness another rare cosmic event.
14 Mar 2023
NASAWhy Jovian moon Europa's shell rotates differently than its interior
A new study offers insights into why Jupiter's moon Europa rotates at a different rate than its interior.
21 Feb 2023
MoonJupiter, Venus, Moon will come together in rare conjunction today
A rare celestial event is bound to occur today just after sunset.
17 Feb 2023
Space NewsAstronomers detect new aurorae on Jupiter's 4 largest moons
Astronomers have spotted new aurorae, at visible wavelengths, on all four major moons of Jupiter -Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.
06 Feb 2023
Space NewsJupiter now has most moons in solar system; beats Saturn
Jupiter has surpassed Saturn to become the planet with the most moons in the solar system.
20 Dec 2022
NASA40-year study explains the mysterious happenings in Jupiter's atmosphere
Scientists have found "unexpected" weather patterns on Jupiter after monitoring its atmosphere with spacecraft and ground-based telescopes for four decades.
17 Dec 2022
NASANASA's Juno probe will now investigate Jupiter's moon Io
NASA's Juno probe will now investigate Io, the third-largest Jupiter moon and the most volcanic region in the solar system.
14 Oct 2022
NASAIs water closer than we think on Europa's icy crust?
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has predicted a large subsurface ocean on Europa, Jupiter's smallest Galilean moon, may contain more water than the combination of Earth's oceans.
04 Oct 2022
SaturnMagical October: NASA lists events for stargazers this month
If you're a space enthusiast, October is going to be a busy month for you. The month is packed with events that can make a stargazer swoon.
22 Sep 2022
Solar SystemJupiter, Earth will be closest in 59 years: Don't miss
Stargazers can expect incredible views of Jupiter on Monday (September 26). The gas giant is set to make its closest approach to Earth in the last 59 years.
30 Aug 2022
Space NewsA 110-feet wide asteroid will fly past the Earth tomorrow
The Earth just cannot seem to catch a break. US space agency NASA has announced that a humongous, 110-feet asteroid called 2022 QZ6, will fly past the pale blue dot on Wednesday i.e. August 31.
02 Aug 2022
James Webb Space TelescopeJames Webb Space Telescope captures stunning image of Jupiter
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) first showed us images from the beginning of the time itself. Now, it has captured something closer to home - Jupiter.
27 Jul 2022
Space NewsHeaviest neutron star found is 2.35 times mass of Sun
Scientists have discovered the heaviest neutron star ever, devouring its stellar companion while spinning on its axis 707 times per second.
13 Jul 2022
NASABreathtaking new images from James Webb reveal more about universe
After the deepest and sharpest image of the universe, NASA has released images of other galaxies and exoplanets captured by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
09 Jun 2021
Space NewsNASA's Juno spacecraft snaps first close-ups of Jupiter's largest moon
On June 7, NASA's Juno spacecraft zoomed past Jupiter's largest moon called Ganymede. The spacecraft snapped incredible close-up pictures of the celestial body as it passed by at a distance of 1,038 kilometers from Ganymede, the closest any spacecraft has been to the moon in 20 years.
21 Dec 2020
Space NewsJupiter, Saturn merging in night sky, closest in centuries
Jupiter and Saturn will merge in the night sky on Monday, appearing closer to one another than they have since Galileo's time in the 17th century.
12 Nov 2020
MoonJupiter's icy moon Europa may glow in dark: NASA researchers
A team of researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has discovered that Europa, the icy moon of Jupiter, possibly emits a blue-white and blue-green glow—through its icy crust and a salty subsurface ocean—even in the dark.
08 Jun 2019
Solar SystemSoon, you will be able to see Jupiter without telescope
In a matter of days, Jupiter, the largest planet of our Solar System, will appear bigger and brighter than normal.
22 Nov 2018
PhysicsIs 'faster-than-light' travel possible? Researchers think so
Despite artificial intelligence and genetic modification increasingly coming into the mainstream, one of the gems of science fiction - faster-than-light travel - has so far evaded scientific advancement.
18 Jul 2018
Space News10 more moons discovered around Jupiter, one is an oddball
In a rather notable finding, astronomers have discovered 10 new moons orbiting Jupiter, bringing its total satellites to a whopping 79 - by far the most moons found orbiting any planet.
03 Mar 2018
TechnologyWorld's first video game: two lines and a dot
This story goes 60 years back in the past when the world's first video game was created.
28 Jul 2017
Space NewsScientists might have made a significant discovery: The first exomoon
In what could be a significant discovery, a team of scientists has detected a signal from what is believed to be the first known "exomoon": a moon beyond our solar system.
25 Jul 2017
TechnologyWorld's first video game: two lines and a dot
This story goes exactly 59 years back in the past when the world's first video game was created.
12 Jul 2017
NASANASA spacecraft to fly over Jupiter's 'Great Red Spot' soon!
Ending a long wait, NASA's Juno spacecraft is soon expected to fly by Jupiter's 'Great Red Spot' attempting to solve the mystery over factors causing the great storm, that has been raging in the planet for centuries.
14 Apr 2017
Space NewsExtraterrestrial life could possibly exist in our solar system
In a press conference last night, NASA shared its latest findings in the search for extraterrestrial life in our solar system.
