Astronomy: News
15 Nov 2024
LifestyleBoosting curiosity with astronomical observations for kids
Astronomy fascinates children by uncovering the universe's grandeur and inspiring a sense of wonder about the cosmos.
05 Nov 2024
Solar SystemSpectacular planetary alignment to light up January 2025 sky
In January 2025, six planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus—will line up in the night sky in a rare planetary alignment.
25 Oct 2024
LifestylePlanning a star-gazing astronomy night event
Planning a star-gazing astronomy night event is a thrilling endeavor that promises a night of wonder and learning for stargazers young and old.
18 Oct 2024
LifestyleExploring the stars: The right gear you need
Amateur astronomy is a fascinating hobby that allows individuals to discover the universe's wonders from the comfort of their backyards.
14 Oct 2024
NASAIndian astrophotographers capture comet seen once in 80,000 years
Indian astrophotographers have managed to capture the rare Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS). This celestial event, which started in early October, was visible from different parts of India.
28 Aug 2024
James Webb Space TelescopeJames 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.
19 Aug 2024
Space NewsOnce-in-a-decade event! Super Blue Moon appears over India tonight
Skywatchers in India are in for a celestial treat tonight with the appearance of a rare phenomenon - a Super Blue Moon.
09 Jul 2024
LifestyleWhat happens if you die in space, on Moon, Mars
Over the past six decades, human space exploration has seen 20 astronaut fatalities, notably 14 in NASA's shuttle disasters (1986, 2003), three during Soyuz 11 (1971), and three in the Apollo 1 fire (1967).
07 Jul 2024
JupiterCosmic 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.
06 Jul 2024
Space NewsHow to witness the double meteor shower this July
This month, the world is gearing up for an extraordinary celestial spectacle - a double meteor shower.
12 Jun 2024
Space News'Once-in-a-lifetime' celestial event to create new star in sky
Astronomers are eagerly anticipating a unique celestial event that will result in a "new star" appearing in the night sky, sometime between now and September.
07 Jun 2024
TechnologyEsteemed Australian astronomer 'Space Gandalf' passes away at 62
Greg Quicke, a renowned Australian astronomer fondly known as 'Space Gandalf' due to his distinctive white beard, has passed away at the age of 62.
27 May 2024
Space News'Comet of the Year' Tsuchinshan-ATLAS to turn brightest this October
The comet named Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3) is reportedly growing brighter and developing a tail.
17 May 2024
MoroccoGo for a stargazing adventure to Sahara Sky Observatory, Morocco
The Sahara Sky Observatory, situated in Morocco's expansive desert, provides a prime location for stargazing.
01 May 2024
MoonEta Aquariid meteor shower peaks this weekend, century's strongest anticipated
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower, a celestial event caused by Earth's passage through remnants of Halley's comet, is set to peak this weekend.
23 Apr 2024
MoonAsteroid Kamo'oalewa may have originated from Moon, astronomers claim
A team of astronomers led by Yifei Jiao at Tsinghua University has proposed that the near-Earth asteroid Kamo'oalewa, measuring between 130-328 feet in diameter, may have originated from the Moon.
04 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaLargest digital camera ever created for astronomy begins mission
US government-backed SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory in California has completed work on Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) Camera, the largest digital camera ever created for astronomy.
21 Feb 2024
Black HoleScientists discover brightest and fastest-growing black hole in the universe
Australian researchers have uncovered a massive black hole, 17 billion times bigger than our Sun, that devours the equivalent of one Sun each day.
09 Feb 2024
Space NewsOur universe is expanding by swallowing baby parallel universes: Study
A recent study published in the Journal of Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics has proposed a fascinating theory.
06 Feb 2024
Space NewsAstronomers spot intriguing super-Earth in dwarf star's habitable zone
Astronomers have discovered a "super-Earth" orbiting a red dwarf star within the habitable zone.
03 Jan 2024
MoonGaze up: Noteworthy astronomical events of January 2024
A celestial spectacle for those who enjoy the night sky is promised this January as various astronomical events are set to take place.
25 Dec 2023
Black HoleTop 7 exciting black hole revelations from 2023
Black holes are among the most mysterious objects in the universe.
25 Dec 2023
NASAQuadrantids meteor shower starts tomorrow: When and how to watch
The Quadrantids, one of the best annual meteor showers, starts December 26. They are best viewed from the Northern Hemisphere and will be visible in India.
22 Dec 2023
Moon2023's last meteor shower peaks tonight: How to watch
The Ursid meteor shower will peak tonight. This will be the last meteor shower we are seeing in 2023 and it will be visible in India.
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.
14 Dec 2023
NASAGeminid meteor shower peaks tonight: How to watch
Get ready for a dazzling display of celestial fireworks as the Geminid meteor shower lights up the night sky on December 14-15.
04 Dec 2023
NASAGeminid meteor shower peaks this month: How to watch
The Geminid meteor shower, an annual celestial spectacle, is set to peak on December 14.
04 Dec 2023
NASANASA skywatching guide: Top celestial events to catch this month
This December, the night sky will be filled with exciting celestial events, including the year's most spectacular meteor shower, a visible ancient asteroid, and a bright full moon a day after Christmas.
24 Nov 2023
TechnologyUltra-energetic cosmic ray from unidentified source is falling to Earth
Astronomers have discovered an incredibly high-energy particle falling to Earth from space. It's among the highest-energy cosmic rays ever detected, say scientists.
24 Nov 2023
MoonFull 'Beaver Moon' rises on November 27: How to watch
The upcoming "Beaver Moon" on November 27 will light up the night sky as the 12th full moon of the year.
18 Nov 2023
NASALeonid meteor shower peaks tonight: How to watch shooting stars
One of the major meteor showers of the year, the Leonids, will reach its peak on November 18-19. Leonids are characterized by bright and fast meteors, traveling at 70km/s.
09 Nov 2023
James Webb Space TelescopeJames Webb Space Telescope discovers doppelganger of Milky Way
Using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have discovered a distant galaxy that bears striking similarities to our own Milky Way.
03 Nov 2023
TechnologyLeonid meteor shower starts today: How to watch shooting stars
The Leonid meteor shower, renowned for its swift and colorful meteors, will be visible starting today right up till December 2, per NASA. It is expected to peak on November 18.
03 Nov 2023
JupiterNovember 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
NASATaurid meteor shower in November: When and how to watch
The Taurid meteor shower, recognized for its slow-moving meteors, is anticipated to reach its peak in November.
30 Oct 2023
MoonJupiter 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.
28 Oct 2023
MoonLunar eclipse graces the sky tonight: When, how to watch
We are in for a spectacular astronomical treat today as a partial lunar eclipse will take place. It will be visible in India.
20 Oct 2023
NASAOrionid meteor shower 2023 peaks tomorrow: How to watch
The Orionid meteor shower, described as one of the most beautiful meteor showers of the year, is set to peak this weekend.
17 Oct 2023
European Space AgencyHubble telescope photographs spiral galaxy in stunning details
NASA and ESA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured an amazing image of a spiral galaxy, called IC 5332, roughly 30 million light-years away in the constellation Sculptor.
13 Oct 2023
TechnologyOrionid meteor shower peaks this month: How to watch
The Orionid meteor shower will grace the night skies this month. It lights up the night sky every year and is considered the best autumn meteor shower.
06 Oct 2023
TechnologyDraconid meteor shower peaks this weekend: How to watch
The Draconid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky from today. The meteor shower will be visible up to October 10, with its peak expected around October 8 and 9.
02 Oct 2023
NASAHubble Telescope captures spectacular light show emerging from star formation
The Hubble Space Telescope, a joint project between NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA), has snapped an incredible image of a region known for creating massive stars, termed G35.2-0.7N.
02 Oct 2023
SaturnOctober skywatching tips: How to view the brightest planets
October will bring a spectacular display of planets in the night sky, perfect for stargazing.
19 Sep 2023
TechnologyVery Large Telescope finds hidden exoplanet in unique stellar system
The European Southern Observatory's (ESO) Very Large Telescope in Chile has helped discover an exoplanet in a unique stellar system called HIP 81208.
17 Sep 2023
LifestyleBusting 5 myths about astronomy that you thought were true
Astronomy is an intriguing subject of research and theories.
11 Sep 2023
MoonScientists propose setting up 'hypertelescope' on Moon: How it'll work
In a new paper, scientists have proposed a groundbreaking concept called the 'hypertelescope,' which could be built on the Moon's surface to make observations.
11 Sep 2023
Black HoleBlack holes may be hiding just 150 light-years from Earth
A study suggests that two or three stellar-mass black holes could be hiding within the Hyades cluster, a group of stars located just 150 light-years away from Earth.
30 Aug 2023
MoonLast Super Blue Moon before 2032 to dazzle sky tonight
A rare celestial event, the Super Blue Moon, is set to grace the sky tonight.
24 Aug 2023
Travel And TourismThese out-of-this-world Astro-tourism resorts are a must-visit
Looking up at the stars is a magical experience.
12 Aug 2023
Space NewsPerseid meteor shower peaks tonight: How to watch
The Perseid meteor shower promises to be a particularly breathtaking spectacle for stargazers this year.
10 Aug 2023
Space ScienceIIA scientists find unique star that defies star formation theories
Scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) in Bengaluru have discovered a unique star, HE 1005-1439, which challenges previous understanding of star formation.
07 Aug 2023
JupiterWatch 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.
03 Aug 2023
HyderabadHyderabad to experience 'Zero Shadow' at 12:23 pm today
Today, on Thursday, August 3, Hyderabad will be treated to a rare celestial spectacle known as "Zero Shadow Day" at 12:23 pm.
24 Jul 2023
ResearchNGC 1277: How did a galaxy form without dark matter
Astronomers have found a massive galaxy that does not contain dark matter, a mysterious substance that makes up about 85% of the universe.
15 Jul 2023
ResearchScientists close in on origins of interstellar objects
We could be close to understanding the origin of the mysterious and rare interstellar objects (ISOs). These are cosmic bodies from interstellar space that travel through our solar system.
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.
01 Jul 2023
European Space AgencyESA's Euclid mission launches to explore dark mysteries of cosmos
The Euclid mission, built by the European Space Agency (ESA) along with inputs from NASA, has successfully launched.
30 Jun 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningIn a first, scientists detect neutrino emission within Milky Way
For the first time, astronomers have detected high-energy neutrinos coming from within the Milky Way, the galaxy that contains our solar system.
29 Jun 2023
NASAHow NASA's Roman and ESA's Euclid will investigate dark energy
European Space Agency (ESA) is on track to launch the Euclid mission on July 1 to explore mysteries of the cosmos, specifically dark energy and dark matter.
29 Jun 2023
Black HoleGravitational waves thrumming through the universe heard for first time
For the first time, astronomers have been able to hear the "chorus" of gravitational waves pulsing through the universe.
20 Jun 2023
ResearchDiscovery of second-ever white dwarf pulsar explains how stars evolve
New research, led by the University of Warwick, has led to the discovery of what's only the second example of a white dwarf pulsar.
20 Jun 2023
TechnologyThe science behind summer solstice, the longest day of year
This year, the summer solstice falls on June 21 for the northern hemisphere.
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.
09 Jun 2023
TechnologyInteresting facts about world's largest solar telescope
Located at the top of a volcanic mountain on the Maui island, in Hawaii, Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST) is the world's largest and most powerful solar telescope.
08 Jun 2023
Space NewsEarth's rarest clouds are back: How and when to watch
This month and in the ones to follow, shortly after sunset, people in the Northern Hemisphere will have the opportunity to see the rarest, coldest, driest, and highest clouds in the northern skies.
05 Jun 2023
SaturnUnmissable astronomy events this month: A list
The month of June will be a great one for stargazing.
26 May 2023
MoonThis 2,000-year-old computer is so complex that scientists are baffled
Discovered more than a century ago in 1901, the world's "first computer" has puzzled scientists.
03 Apr 2023
NASANASA skywatching guide: Celestial events you shouldn't miss this April
According to NASA, this month will be a great one for observing various astronomical events in the night sky.
24 Mar 2023
Space NewsSpace dust may unlock the mystery of alien life: Study
A new study suggests that space dust and debris from other planets might possess clues of life beyond Earth.
22 Mar 2023
UttarakhandAsia's largest liquid mirror telescope launched in Uttarakhand
Asia's largest four-meter International Liquid Mirror Telescope (ILMT) is now operational in Devasthal in Uttarakhand.
01 Mar 2023
James Webb Space TelescopeGlitch or mystery: JWST captures galaxy thrice in single image
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) makes exciting discoveries on a regular basis. Now, it has captured an image in which a galaxy within cluster RX J2129 appears thrice.
24 Feb 2023
NASAStudy sheds light on the mysterious happenings on Venus's surface
It is well-understood how Earth loses its heat but that is not the case with our neighboring planet, Venus.
17 Feb 2023
JupiterAstronomers 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.
