India marked a major milestone in space collaboration today with the successful launch of the NISAR mission, a joint project between ISRO and NASA. Lifted into orbit aboard the GSLV-F16 from Sriharikota, NISAR is set to become the world’s most advanced Earth observation satellite. With a unique dual-frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar that combines NASA’s L-band and ISRO’s S-band systems, the satellite can penetrate clouds, forests, and even d

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make a historic communication from space with school students and scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on July 4, 2025. The interaction, which will take place via ham radio, is part of the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) programme, designed to connect astronauts aboard the ISS with students around the world, inspiring the next generation of space explorers.

US President Donald Trump has described recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as an act of "obliteration," even as official assessments continue to question the extent of the actual damage inflicted. The strikes, which targeted three major nuclear facilities in Iran early Sunday morning local time, have triggered a wave of scrutiny over how significantly Tehran’s nuclear program was impacted. Trump, however, insisted the damage was monumental and backed his claims w

An earthquake’s effects are not confined to the ground—it can send invisible shockwaves high into the atmosphere, affecting even space-based technology. Researchers from a university in Japan have recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone by creating the world’s first 3D visualization of how seismic activity disturbs the ionosphere, the charged layer of the atmosphere that sits between 60 and 1,000 kilometers above the Earth’s surface. The study focused on the power

A recent incident involving two commercial aircraft at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has renewed longstanding concerns about the safety and congestion at one of the nation’s busiest and most space-constrained airports. The event, which occurred on a busy Thursday afternoon, involved two American Airlines flights that made contact while taxiing, resulting in damage to at least one aircraft but fortunately causing no injuries. The incident took place around 12:4

Reliance Jio has announced a significant partnership with SpaceX to introduce Starlink’s satellite internet services in India. This collaboration aims to improve digital connectivity across the country, particularly in underserved and remote areas. The move is contingent on SpaceX securing the necessary regulatory approvals to sell Starlink services in India. Once approved, Jio will distribute Starlink services through its extensive network of stores and online platforms. The partnershi

On January 6, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched its first Starlink mission of the year from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The Falcon 9 rocket carried 24 new Starlink satellites into orbit, adding to SpaceX’s expansive satellite network aimed at providing high-speed internet across the globe. This launch highlights SpaceX's ongoing efforts to improve connectivity, particularly in remote and underserved areas. The Falcon 9's first stage completed a flaw

A groundbreaking new theory suggests that Pluto's moon Charon may have been captured in a "kiss and capture" scenario billions of years ago, offering a fresh perspective on the formation of planetary systems. Led by NASA postdoctoral fellow Adeene Denton at the U of A Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, this study challenges long-standing models of moon formation. Instead of the traditional collision model, the researchers propose that Pluto and Charon had a brief, icy encounter, wh

The UK government has updated its travel advisory for India, particularly focusing on the possession and use of satellite phones. According to the revised advisory from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), British nationals are cautioned that carrying or operating satellite phones in India without a valid license is illegal. The advisory notes that several Britons have been arrested for attempting to bring satellite phones and other satellite-enabled navigational devices i

On Friday morning, a devastating collision between a gas tanker and multiple vehicles on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway resulted in a massive fire, claiming at least eight lives. CCTV footage captured the horrifying moments as thick black smoke filled the street, followed by an explosion minutes after the crash. The inferno caused by the collision affected a nearly 300-meter stretch of the highway, causing traffic disruptions with a long line of vehicles stuck in the aftermath. More than 30 vehicle

A tragic incident occurred off the coast of Mumbai when a speedboat carrying four men zig-zagged in the sea and rammed into a ferry carrying 80 passengers. The collision, captured on video, led to one death, with four others in critical condition and five missing. The ferry, which had sailed from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, began to tilt and take on water, triggering a large-scale rescue operation. The video surfaced over two hours after the incident, showing the rescu

The rapid increase in satellites and space junk is threatening the future of Low Earth Orbit (LEO), the most accessible region of space. Experts and industry insiders have raised alarms, stating that without international cooperation and data sharing, LEO could soon become overcrowded and unsafe. According to the United Nations, more than 14,000 satellites, along with over 120 million pieces of debris, are already in orbit, with many more expected in the coming years. This growing congestion

Starlink, the satellite internet service by Elon Musk, is set to make its entry into India's telecom and internet market, a move that could potentially disrupt the dominance of major players like Mukesh Ambani's Jio, Sunil Bharti Mittal's Airtel, and BSNL. The service aims to bring ultra-high-speed internet via satellite constellations in low-Earth orbit, offering an alternative to traditional broadband connections. Starlink has long expressed its intention to enter the