Celestial Events

Scientists believe 3I/ATLAS contains significant amounts of carbon dioxide, similar to comets formed in cold, distant star systems.

Beaver Supermoon 2025: Year’s biggest, brightest and closest Moon to light up the night on Nov 5

The moon’s orbit around Earth is not perfectly circular. It shifts between near and far points as it travels. A supermoon happens when the full moon reaches the closest point to Earth in its orbit.

Interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS reappears: Astronomer captures first post-Sun encounter image of comet

Scientists say 3I/ATLAS is moving at speeds above 130,000 mph (210,000 km/h). It is only the third interstellar object ever discovered and follows a remarkably straight, flat path through our solar system.

3I/ATLAS sending Fibonacci Signal 8 • 13 • 8 • 5 • 13 • 8 with mysterious message ‘The Gate Awaits,’ new claims suggest

3I/ATLAS made its closest approach to Earth on 29 October 2025, coming within 1.8 astronomical units, or around 167 million miles.

A faint light in the Milky Way’s centre could be hidden dark matter, says study

Scientists recreated the Milky Way’s history using supercomputers to track where dark matter should collect and collide.

Orionid Meteor Shower 2025 at its peak: When and where to watch the dazzling fireballs for the best view

NASA reports that each meteor can travel at speeds reaching 148,000 miles per hour, leaving glowing trails that sometimes last several minutes.

Mystery on the Moon: Scientists investigate transient lunar lights

Mysterious flashes on the Moon, known as TLPs, may result from meteoroid impacts or escaping lunar gases, revealing hidden lunar activity.

Emerald-green Comet Lemmon to be visible from Earth on October 22 – Here's how to see it

Comet Lemmon will pass approximately 55.4 million miles from Earth. It will appear low in the northwest sky after sunset.

Comet Lemmon’s tail ripped by solar wind, timelapse shows dramatic event

The solar wind is a constant flow of charged particles emitted by the Sun. It pushes against a comet’s tail, which is formed from dust and gas escaping its icy nucleus.

Get ready for fireballs: Taurid meteor showers set to light up November skies with fiery displays

What makes these meteor showers special is their occasional production of bright fireballs that can briefly light up the night.

First supermoon of 2025 rises tonight: Know when, where, and how to watch Harvest Moon on October 6

The Harvest Moon, marking the first supermoon of 2025, rises tonight. Learn when, where and how to witness this brilliant celestial display across the sky.

Total lunar eclipse 2025: Best viewing time to witness the rising Blood Moon today

This is the year’s second total lunar eclipse. The previous one was seen globally in March earlier. It is also the first eclipse visible since 2022.

From red-capped manakins to laysan albatrosses: Meet the 10 dancing birds of nature

From tiny red-capped manakins to graceful albatrosses, discover birds that turn the wild into a stage with their mesmerising dance moves, courtship displays, and breathtaking natural performances.

Blood Moon 2025: Why the Moon glows red during a total lunar eclipse

A total lunar eclipse happens when the moon moves into Earth's darkest shadow, the umbra.

Five bright comets approaching Earth: Here’s when they will be visible in the skies

Five bright comets are approaching Earth soon, with Comet Lemmon leading the way. Astronomers predict it could become visible to the naked eye under dark skies.

Slender crescent Moon and Mars to align in a striking sunset view tonight

Spica, Virgo’s brightest star, will shine to the upper left of the moon. The dimmer star Porrima will sit about three degrees to the upper right of Mars.

NASA's picture of the day: Saudi sky witnesses a stunning view as a blazing meteor crosses the Pleiades star cluster

Astronomers were photographing the Pleiades star cluster (M45). Long exposures were made to show faint nebulosity clearly.

Rare Black Moon in the Sky Tonight: When and How to See August 2025 Special Moon in India

Seasonal Black Moons appear only once every 33 months. Another version of the term refers to a second new moon in a calendar month. That type will not appear until 31 August 2027.

Northern Lights Incoming: Aurora borealis to dance across skies tonight – Here’s where to see them

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a large coronal hole on the sun is releasing a powerful stream of solar wind towards Earth.

Chandra Grahan 2025: Date, time and where to watch Second lunar eclipse of the year

A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth blocks sunlight. The moon passes through Earth’s darkest shadow, called the umbra.

From Stunning Meteor Shower to Black Moon: August's beautiful sky-watching events you shouldn't miss

In August, skies darken in the north and stay long in the south, offering ideal views of meteor showers, planetary alignments, and a rare Black Moon across both hemispheres.

NASA-ISRO successfully launch NISAR: The world's most expensive satellite lifts off from Sriharikota

NISAR marks the first joint Earth-observing satellite developed by India and the United States. The observatory will monitor a wide range of changes, including ground shifts caused by earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic activity.

Skies are exploding with meteors as July's twin meteor showers are at peak — here's how you can watch it too

The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will shine. Astronomers expect at least 25 meteors every hour.

Astronomers capture a glimpse into the birth of a new solar system for the first time

The James Webb Space Telescope spotted signs of solid minerals. These are known as silicon monoxide, beginning to cool and harden.

From Cat's Paw Nebula to Titan's shadow: NASA's 10 dazzling astronomical and space images

From glowing nebulae to Saturn’s moon casting shadows, NASA’s stunning space images capture the awe of the cosmos, revealing breathtaking views of our universe through powerful telescopes and deep space missions.