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  • Mysterious dark-rayed crater spotted on Jupiter's Moon, Ganymede's icy surface

    NASA’s Juno spacecraft captured a rare dark-rayed crater on Ganymede, offering fresh clues about the moon’s icy surface, impact history and future exploration prospects.

  • New findings challenge long-held theories on the Moon’s birth

    A new scientific study is rewriting one of the most recognized origin stories in astronomy: how the Moon was formed may not have been quite the way generations of researchers thought. Emerging evidence suggests that Earth and the impactor once thought to have created the Moon may have shared a far closer relationship than previously imagined.

  • Nations can avoid conflict on Moon with safety zones and treaties

    As nations eye permanent Moon bases, treaties and cooperation are vital. Temporary safety zones and diplomacy could prevent disputes over resources and strategic lunar locations.

  • Silent threat of constant micrometeoroid rain on the Moon-Here is what study says

    Scientists warn tiny meteoroids constantly bombard the Moon, threatening future bases. Shielding and careful site selection are crucial for safe lunar habitation.

  • European Space Agency tests “air-food” for future Moon and Mars missions

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

  • Stargazers alert: Do not miss the pairing of Jupiter and Moon on 9th November

    On November 9, Jupiter will appear near the Moon in the night sky, offering stargazers a stunning view and chance to observe Jupiter’s moons.

  • Saturn’s moon Titan hosts bizarre chemistry where oil and water mix-Here is what study says

    A new study reveals that Saturn’s moon Titan hosts bizarre chemistry where water-like and oil-like molecules can mix, hinting at alien chemical processes.

  • Geologists uncover remnants of Proto-Earth hidden deep beneath the planet’s surface

    Scientists uncover remnants of proto-Earth buried beneath continents, providing rare isotopic evidence that rewrites how our planet first formed and evolved.

  • Chandrayaan-2 captures Moon’s reaction to Sun’s coronal mass ejection

    Chandrayaan-2 observed the Moon’s first CME effects. CHACE-2 detected solar activity, boosting exosphere pressure and atom density, revealing lunar space weather and exploration insights.

  • China brings back space rock traces from Moon’s far side

    China’s Chang’e-6 mission discovered rare CI chondrite meteorite fragments on the Moon’s far side, revealing new clues about water and organic origins in space.

  • 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.

  • Experience the October sky event on Oct 9. when Moon visits the Seven Sisters

    Experience the waning gibbous Moon passes near the Pleiades on 9 October 2025, this sky event is visible with binoculars through its bright glow.

  • Scientists proposed LILA to detect Spacetime’s secret music from the Moon- Here is what study says

    Scientists propose LILA, a lunar gravitational-wave detector, to explore a mid-band of spacetime vibrations of the Moon and other cosmic events.

  • Helicopters on the Moon? NASA astronaut candidate’s skills could shape Lunar landings

    New NASA astronaut candidate Ben Bailey thinks that his 2,000 flight hours here on Earth might come in handy during a moon landing.

  • Rust on the Moon? Scientists puzzled why Hematite is forming and Earth’s surprising role

    The Moon has, for long, been seen as a dry and almost lifeless world. However, a new discovery has left scientists both surprised and confused.

  • Scientists consider nuclear option to stop asteroid 2024 YR4 before it hits the Moon

    Asteroid 2024 YR4 poses a small risk to Earth but higher chance of striking the Moon, prompting nuclear defence discussions.

  • 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’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.

  • A 'rare smiley face' to grace the skies today: How to see the triple planetary conjunction

    The formation will appear just before sunrise. It will be visible from almost anywhere on Earth. Clear weather and a flat eastern horizon will help.

  • 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.

  • Blue Ghost’s final gift: A rare view of Blood Moon eclipse captured from lunar surface

    Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander witnessed a rare total solar eclipse from the Moon's surface, capturing a spectacular sight that no human has seen from the lunar perspective in over 50 years.

  • Chandrayaan-3 data suggests that ice may exist on Moon at more locations than previously thought

    The Chandrayaan-3 mission, launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) from Bengaluru, achieved a soft landing near the Moon's south pole on August 23, 2023

  • 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.

  • Firefly's Blue Ghost Lander reaches Moon’s orbit, shares dazzling first lunar views

    Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander has entered lunar orbit, capturing stunning images of the Moon, and is preparing for its landing on 2 March, carrying NASA experiments to study the lunar surface.

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