NASA overhauls moon mission in effort to cut risks and costs
The changes announced on Friday mean that NASA is essentially swapping the actual moon landing for an additional test mission staged closer to Earth
Six planets to line up tomorrow evening: Which Indian cities will get the best view of this rare sky spectacle?
Six planets will line up after sunset on 28 February, visible across India under clear skies. From bright Venus to faint Neptune, this rare parade holds more surprises than many expect.
Total Lunar Eclipse 2026: Blood Moon to turn the night navy blue and crimson in a rare celestial colour twist
On 3 March 2026, the Moon may glow navy blue and deep crimson during a rare total lunar eclipse. Scientists say ozone could reshape its colour. What makes this eclipse so unusual?
A 650-foot mega-tsunami shook the Arctic — Satellites captured waves that made the Earth tremble for 9 days
A mysterious seismic pulse shook Earth for 9 days in 2023, traced to a colossal Greenland landslide and 650-foot mega tsunami. How did one fjord send vibrations across the planet?
This massive 170-foot asteroid to cross Earth today at very high speed, NASA alerts
A 170-foot asteroid is set to race past Earth today at extraordinary speed, NASA says. Though no impact is expected, scientists are watching closely. What makes this flyby worth attention?
Only in Odisha! Dolphins spotted playfully swimming in Kalinga Sagar Beach| WATCH
Visitors at Kalinga Sagar Beach in Puri were thrilled by playful dolphins swimming near shore, highlighting Odisha’s rich coastal biodiversity and promoting wildlife conservation awareness.
Watch and listen to the upcoming February 2026 'Six-planet parade' with NASA’s Chandra
Six planets will line up in late February 2026, and NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has turned three of them into sound. What does Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus actually “sound” like in space?
An iron-tongued Mollusk was found 18,045 feet beneath the Pacific—And this is new to science!
Scientists have discovered a new deep-sea mollusk living 18,045 feet beneath the Pacific Ocean, featuring an iron-coated tongue that reveals extraordinary evolutionary adaptation.
Meet the giant tree that looks like a forest, spanning 8,500 square metres and producing 80,000 fruits
It looks like a dense forest, but it is a single giant tree spreading across 8,500 square metres and producing 80,000 fruits each harvest. How can one organism grow so vast?
Can "coffee" save Orangutans? Scientists link agroforestry to population rise in Indonesia
Orangutan populations in Indonesia are showing signs of recovery, and scientists say sustainable coffee agroforestry is playing a key role in protecting rainforest habitats and restoring biodiversity.
Aditya-L1 captures solar shock near the Sun; Indian scientists warn of potential space storm risks
Indian scientists have captured the birth of a powerful solar shock wave using Aditya-L1. The breakthrough could improve space weather forecasting and protect satellites, GPS and communication systems from geomagnetic storms.
NASA astronaut captures Earth spinning at 60x speed with lightning storms, sunsets and moonlit oceans
A NASA astronaut has shared a breathtaking 60x speed time-lapse from orbit, capturing lightning storms, blazing sunsets and moonlit oceans in one sweeping view of Earth.
Total lunar eclipse 2026: India to witness 'Blood Moon' eclipse for a very short duration, check peak time here
After missing February’s Ring of Fire, India will witness a rare total lunar eclipse on 03 March 2026, with the Moon rising already shadowed and possibly glowing an eerie red.
First-Time Ever: A rare sighting of waterbird "Smew" was recorded during the 7th Waterbird Count 2026
A rare Smew was recorded for the first time in Kaziranga National Park during the 7th Waterbird Count 2026, surprising scientists and expanding the park’s avian biodiversity record.
Kaziranga's 7th Waterbird Count: A total of 105,540 waterbirds were recorded, making it a significant census year in Assam's wetlands
The 7th Kaziranga Waterbird Count 2026 has recorded a historic 105,540 waterbirds in Assam, marking a new milestone in wetland conservation and biodiversity monitoring.
March 2026 Night Sky Events: Know What, When and Where these events are taking place
March 2026 offers a stunning line-up of celestial events, including the Full Worm Moon, a total lunar eclipse, the New Moon and the March equinox. Here’s when and where to watch these spectacular sky phenomena.
Are Dogs struggling to breathe? Nearly 900 dogs suffer from a hidden disorder, according to study
New study reveals hidden breathing risks in flat-faced dog breeds. BOAS affects dog breeds such as Bulldogs, Pugs and Pekingese. Experts urge screening, weight control and careful monitoring now.
A 600-million-year-old one-eyed creature shaped modern human eyes and vision
Scientists say humans share ancestry with a tiny one eyed creature from 600 million years ago, and remnants of its “cyclops” eye may still exist deep inside our brains.
NASA's James Webb captures the “Exposed Cranium” nebula resembling a human-brain
NASA’s Webb Telescope captures the Exposed Cranium Nebula in infrared. The dying star reveals ghostly skull-like structures. Scientists study its gas clouds to understand stars’ final moments.
NASA spots a massive 140-foot asteroid zooming past Earth today at high speed
Asteroid 2026 CU1 will sweep past Earth this week at high speed, close enough to attract attention yet deemed safe, raising fresh questions about how well we watch the skies.
Four Major Eclipses of 2026: Know the date, time and visibility across the world
2026 promises four unforgettable eclipses. From fiery rings to blood-red moons, find dates, times and countries to catch every celestial spectacle.
This cobra is not a snake! A rare "Whip‑Tailed Cobra Lily" discovered in Mizoram
Scientists have discovered a rare whip-tailed cobra lily in Mizoram. With a hooded flower and long tail, it looks strikingly like a cobra, highlighting Northeast India’s hidden botanical wonders.
It’s soon going to rain in Antarctica, bringing melting glaciers, struggling penguins and shifting seas
Rain is no longer rare on the Antarctic Peninsula, and scientists warn that rising temperatures, melting ice and struggling penguins could signal a dramatic shift for Earth’s coldest continent.
Hummingbird Migration 2026 officially begins across North America — But why don’t these tiny birds ever reach India?
Hummingbird migration 2026 has begun across North America. Discover when these tiny travellers will reach your region and why scientists are closely tracking this year’s journey.
Was “Titan” born from two ancient moon collision? — New SETI study reveals Saturn’s hidden past
A new study on Saturn's largest moon, Titan was conducted by SETI Institute. Scientists believe Titan could be the result of a colossal moon merger billions of years ago, potentially explaining its thick atmosphere and Saturn’s mysterious rings.
