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  • A 9.8-foot asteroid, 2025 TF, zoomed past Earth closer than satellites over Antarctica

    The space rock, now named 2025 TF, was spotted after the event using observations from the Catalina Sky Survey, a NASA-funded project that monitors near-Earth objects.

  • Rare October 'Harvest Moon' returns in 2025: When to watch and why it’s so special

    Rare October 'Harvest Moon' returns in 2025: When to watch and why it’s so special

    The Harvest Moon is the full moon closest to the September equinox. The last October Harvest Moon was in 2020, and the next will occur in 2028.

  • Solar Eclipse September 2025: Date, timings and is last Surya Grahan of the year visible in India?

    Solar Eclipse September 2025: Date, timings and is last Surya Grahan of the year visible in India?

    The Moon will once again align with the Sun this September. Will India catch a glimpse of the year’s final Solar Eclipse or miss it entirely?

  • Blood Moon Eclipse 2025: Date and list of cities in India to witness September’s total lunar eclipse

    Blood Moon Eclipse 2025: Date and list of cities in India to witness September’s total lunar eclipse

    The Blood Moon 2025 is unique due to its extensive visibility. It is uncommon for a lunar eclipse visible in the majority of India to occur, and thus this spectacle is a high point for observers.

  • Mercury, moon and beehive cluster to shine in rare August morning alignment – Check date here

    Mercury, moon and beehive cluster to shine in rare August morning alignment – Check date here

    Astronomers note Mercury is often difficult to see. Even Copernicus reportedly never observed it. Its proximity to the sun usually hides it, requiring careful timing for observation.

  • ‘Planet Parade’ begins Wednesday: How and where to see four bright planets marking start of six-planet alignment

    ‘Planet Parade’ begins Wednesday: How and where to see four bright planets marking start of six-planet alignment

    In August, six planets line up for a rare celestial show. Find out when and where to catch the event on Wednesday, August 13.

  • Buck Moon 2025 date and time: When, where and how to see July Full Moon?

    Buck Moon 2025 date and time: When, where and how to see July Full Moon?

    The name comes from nature's own rhythm. July is the season when male deer begin to grow new antlers. These soft, velvet-covered antlers symbolise strength and renewal.

  • Buck Moon 2025: July 2025 full Moon date, name and significance

    Buck Moon 2025: July 2025 full Moon date, name and significance

    The Buck Moon goes by many other names across cultures. Some Native American tribes call it the Thunder Moon, reflecting the frequent summer thunderstorms in July.

  • Red Meets Blue: How to watch Mars-Regulus 'kiss' as 'heart of Lion glows' near red planet this week

    Red Meets Blue: How to watch Mars-Regulus 'kiss' as 'heart of Lion glows' near red planet this week

    At their closest, Mars and Regulus sit just 0.7 degrees apart. That’s about a little finger’s width at arm’s length. It's one of the year's tightest planetary conjunctions.

  • New beautiful green-orb-like comet discovered – here’s how to see it

    New beautiful green-orb-like comet discovered – here’s how to see it

    The European Space Agency's SOHO spacecraft was the first to detect it. Its SWAN instrument, which observes solar activity, detected the object.

  • Solar Eclipse 2025: Will the solar eclipse on March 29 be visible in India?

    Solar Eclipse 2025: Will the solar eclipse on March 29 be visible in India?

    The first solar eclipse of 2025 will appear later this month. This partial eclipse, known as Surya Grahan, is one of only two solar eclipses expected this year.

  • Solar Eclipse Date: When and where will the March 2025 partial solar eclipse be visible?

    Solar Eclipse Date: When and where will the March 2025 partial solar eclipse be visible?

    A partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves between Earth and the Sun. However, it does not fully cover the Sun, leaving a crescent-shaped glow.

  • Rare ‘planet parade’ to peak soon: Here's how to see all 7 planets of our solar system with naked eye this week

    Rare ‘planet parade’ to peak soon: Here's how to see all 7 planets of our solar system with naked eye this week

    Witness a rare celestial spectacle as all seven planets in our solar system align next week—an event that won't repeat until 2040—offering a unique opportunity for stargazers and astronomers.

  • Rare seven-planet alignment to dazzle sky in February, visible to naked eye – Here’s how to watch it

    Rare seven-planet alignment to dazzle sky in February, visible to naked eye – Here’s how to watch it

    Witness a rare celestial spectacle as seven planets align in the night sky for one night in late February, offering a thrilling opportunity for stargazers and astronomers alike.

  • First total lunar eclipse of 2025: Date, time and where to catch 'Blood Moon' eclipse

    First total lunar eclipse of 2025: Date, time and where to catch 'Blood Moon' eclipse

    This total Lunar eclipse will be visible to just 13% of the world’s population, according to Time and Date.

  • 'Once every 160,000 Years': Comet G3 ATLAS to light up skies today; how to witness this rare cosmic event

    'Once every 160,000 Years': Comet G3 ATLAS to light up skies today; how to witness this rare cosmic event

    Comet G3 ATLAS reaches peak brightness tonight, offering a rare opportunity for stargazers to witness this extraordinary comet.

  • 'Once-in-a-lifetime view': Comet G3 ATLAS to shine bright in Earth's sky after 160,000 years

    'Once-in-a-lifetime view': Comet G3 ATLAS to shine bright in Earth's sky after 160,000 years

    Comet G3 ATLAS is set to shine at its brightest this week, potentially outshining Venus and Jupiter, offering a rare and fleeting glimpse of one of the solar system's most extraordinary phenomena.

  • Catch Venus at its brightest: Last chance to see 'evening star' in full glory until 2026, here's how to view it best

    Catch Venus at its brightest: Last chance to see 'evening star' in full glory until 2026, here's how to view it best

    Witness the dazzling display of Venus, the brilliant 'evening star,' as it reaches its greatest elongation east, offering a rare and spectacular view in the night sky.

  • Lyrid meteor shower 2025: Date, peak time, where and how to catch bright-trail comets

    Lyrid meteor shower 2025: Date, peak time, where and how to catch bright-trail comets

    The Lyrids are medium-bright meteors linked to Comet Thatcher. This long-period comet, which orbits the Sun every 415.5 years, last came close in 1861.

  • Annual solar eclipse 2024: 'Ring of fire' stuns people all over the world, see breathtaking pics

    Annual solar eclipse 2024: 'Ring of fire' stuns people all over the world, see breathtaking pics

    On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, the world witnessed a breathtaking celestial event—the final annular solar eclipse of the year, known as the 'Ring of Fire.'

  • Watch:  Astrophotographer captures stunning video of Saturn emerging from behind the Moon

    Watch: Astrophotographer captures stunning video of Saturn emerging from behind the Moon

    Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has released a breathtaking video of Saturn as it reappears from behind the Moon.

  • Today in History, August 27: What happened on this day

    Today in History, August 27: What happened on this day

    On August 27, history witnessed pivotal moments from Mars' closest approach to Earth in nearly 60,000 years to Moldova's declaration of independence. This day also marked significant advances in technology, space exploration, and key political shifts in Nigeria.

  • First Supermoon Of 2024: Skygazers can enjoy this celestial event on this day

    First Supermoon Of 2024: Skygazers can enjoy this celestial event on this day

    A supermoon which is even bigger than the usual full moon will be visible on August 19 at 2.26 pm ET or 11:56 pm (IST). This celestial event going to take place for the first time on this date in 2024.

  • 2 meteor showers to light up the night sky in July, here's how to watch it take content reference from here

    2 meteor showers to light up the night sky in July, here's how to watch it take content reference from here

    A celestial event of the meteor shower is coming on July 30th night where two annual meteor showers named Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids can be witnessed from Earth by the stargazers.

  • Solar Eclipse 2024 today: What to do before, during, and after the celestial event

    Solar Eclipse 2024 today: What to do before, during, and after the celestial event

    Solar Eclipse 2024: The celestial dance of a solar eclipse is a captivating sight, drawing eyes upward in awe. Yet, witnessing such an event requires careful preparation and caution. 

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