Mars

The European Space Agency is testing microbes that turn air into protein, creating sustainable astronaut food for space missions and Earth alike.

Mission Escapade: NASA launches two spacecraft to study Mars

NASA’s twin Escapade spacecraft will explore how solar winds stripped Mars’ atmosphere, revealing clues about its lost habitability.

Experiments reveal how dry ice shapes Martian dunes every spring

Scientists find Martian dune gullies are carved by dry ice sublimation, producing sinuous tracks and springtime features once attributed to water.

NASA's Perseverance rover provides unprecedented view of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS

The Perseverance rover on Mars imaged 3I/ATLAS with its Right Navigation Camera (Navcam), this image assists both scientific observation and rover navigation across Martian terrain.

Meet NASA’s 10 newly selected all-American 2025 astronaut candidates for Moon and Mars missions

NASA has announced its 2025 astronaut candidate class, marking a new era for Moon and Mars missions. Ten individuals begin rigorous training for future space exploration.

Meet Iniya Pragati: 13-year-old girl who becomes India’s youngest analogue astronaut aiming for Moon, Mars

At 13, Iniya Pragati, India’s youngest analogue astronaut, dreams beyond Earth with plans for the Moon, Mars, and inspiring girls in science and technology.

NASA rover finds potential sign of ancient life in Martian rocks

The discovery, detailed in research published on Wednesday, represents one of the best pieces of evidence to date about the possibility that Earth's planetary neighbor once harbored life

4 volunteers to live in ‘Mars’ for 378 days as part of NASA’s experiment

NASA’s CHAPEA mission will place four crew members inside a 3D-printed Mars habitat to study human health and performance ahead of future deep space missions.

India’s Mars dream is taking shape in Ladakh: What ISRO’s HOPE project is really about

More than just a research initiative, HOPE signals India’s serious intent to join the elite group of nations preparing for deep-space human exploration.

'Most valuable' Martian meteorite sells for over $5 million at New York auction, sets new record

With dimensions of roughly 15 inches by 11 inches by 6 inches, NWA 16788 is said to be 70 per cent larger than the next-largest Martian meteorite ever found.

NASA’s Latest Incredible Space Photos That Will Leave You in Awe

From the fiery Dragon Eye to the majestic Seagull Nebula, discover NASA’s latest jaw-dropping space images that unveil the awe-inspiring beauty and cosmic wonder of our universe.

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.

NASA captures giant Mars volcano piercing through morning clouds

Odyssey, the longest-operating spacecraft orbiting a planet, captured the photo by turning 90 degrees halfway around the planet.

Eerie glimpse of The Moon deimos captured from Mars' surface

Mars can look deserted, but it has its tales. Some are inscribed in dust storms and crater walls. Others are seen in the still blink of a moonlight photograph.

SpaceX's Starship can reach Mars in just 6 months, claims Elon Musk — here's the plan

On 15 May, Musk said Starship could lift off for Mars by the end of 2026. That flight will carry Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus. It’s a test before sending humans as early as 2029.

NASA finds ‘skull-shaped’ rock on Mars, leaving scientists puzzled

Mars attracts attention in an odd way. This time, it has to do with a skull-shaped rock rather than cold poles or old rivers.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and Crew-9 to share their space experiences in a press conference

NASA astronauts on Crew-9 are poised to discuss their mission. They will discuss their experiences in a post-flight press conference on March 31.

Musk explains how industry can be built on Mars: 'You start with mining'

'Mars was always going to be the destination after Moon. If you told people in 1969 that by 2025 we hadn't even returned to the Moon, let alone Mars, they would think civilisation has collapsed,' Musk said.

What Earth looks like from different planets in the Solar System

Have you ever wondered how our home planet, Earth, looks from other planets in our solar system? Let's take a cosmic journey to explore the breathtaking views of Earth from our celestial neighbors.

‘Welcome to Mars’: Elon Musk's futuristic ‘Red Planet Colony’ post goes viral – See what he predicted

Elon Musk's vision for a Mars colony has sparked debate after a futuristic video showcasing a Martian cityscape went viral, reigniting discussions on terraforming and sustainability.

NASA's Curiosity rover shares mesmerising footage of colourful clouds shimmering over Mars

NASA's Curiosity rover captures stunning images of Martian twilight clouds, shimmering in red and green hues, revealing insights into Mars' atmosphere and weather patterns.

Space photo of the week: Mysterious dry ice geysers erupt on Mars as spring awakens the Red Planet

Discover the fascinating Martian geysers that erupt during spring, creating unique patterns on the Red Planet's surface, as captured by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.

From the six-planetary alignment to the Snow Moon: Best skywatching tips from NASA for February 2025

This February, skywatchers are in for a treat. Bright planets such as Venus, Mars, and Jupiter will rule the night sky.

'How can this be real?': Elon Musk reacts to 1953 German book claiming leader of Mars will be called 'Elon'

The post in question referred to 'The Mars Project', a book written by renowned German rocket scientist Wernher von Braun. The text claims the book predicted that Mars’ leader would be called 'Elon.' An image shared alongside the post included an excerpt purportedly from the book’s original German manuscript.

Did Mars once had a huge ancient ocean? New evidence found in unusual Martian clay mounds

Researchers discover thousands of clay-rich hills on Mars, revealing evidence of ancient water and transforming our understanding of the Red Planet's climate history.