Space

Astronomers have detected the first “heartbeat” of a newborn star within a cosmic explosion, revealing a rapidly spinning magnetar and reshaping the understanding of gamma-ray bursts.

Comet C/2025 R2 will dazzle the night sky in October – Here is how to see it

Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) is brightening the October night sky, offering stargazers a rare chance to see its glowing tail. Here is how and when to watch it.

Astronomers detect mysterious ‘Blob of Darkness’ in a distant galaxy

Astronomers have detected a million-solar-mass “blob of darkness” in a distant galaxy, possibly a rare dark matter clump shaping the cosmos unseen.

New study reveals unexpected molecular bonds on this Saturn Moon

Researchers at Chalmers University in Sweden and NASA have discovered an unexpected chemical interaction on Saturn’s moon Titan, offering new insights into prebiotic chemistry and potential pathways to life.

Astronomers uncover Betelgeuse’s mysterious companion: It is just a regular star

New X-ray observations reveal Betelgeuse’s mysterious companion is not a collapsed stellar remnant but a young, Sun-like F-type star orbiting the massive red supergiant.

Physicists proposed beat patterns in pulsars could reveal origins of Nanohertz gravitational waves

Physicists proposed “beat” patterns in pulsar timing can reveal nanohertz gravitational wave sources, including supermassive black hole binaries.

Four solar storms headed for earth this week- Alert for stargazers

Four coronal mass ejections from sunspot AR4246 are heading toward Earth, triggering auroras across northern skies and minor satellite or power disruptions.

Solar tornadoes could trigger hidden geomagnetic storms

New models show interplanetary solar tornadoes may trigger geomagnetic storms capable of disrupting satellites, electricity networks and global communications.

New study warns low Earth orbit is becoming dangerously crowded

A recent study shows a sharp rise in satellites and debris in low Earth orbit, increasing the risk of collisions and space hazards.

Science reveals how total solar eclipse impacts bird behaviour

During the 8 April 2024 total solar eclipse, scientists observed dramatic bird behaviour changes using citizen science and AI, revealing how sudden darkness affects species differently.

Europe’s Rosalind franklin rover prepares for Mars with Enfys instrument on the move

Europe’s first Mars rover, the Rosalind Franklin, is closer to launch as the Enfys instrument is sent from Aberystwyth University to Italy for testing.

NASA's hubble telescope spots asteroid trail while hunting supernova in distant galaxy

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope captured a surprising asteroid trail while observing a distant spiral galaxy 102 million light-years away.

NASA tracks four asteroids passing on 13 and 14 October passing from Earth

NASA confirms four asteroids, ranging from car- to house-sized, will pass Earth safely on 13–14 October 2025, posing no threat.

Astronomers capture two supermassive black holes in binary orbit

Astronomers release first image of two supermassive black holes orbiting each other in quasar OJ287, provide evidence of binary black holes.

SpaceX set for Starship Flight 11 launch from Texas: Here is all you need to know

SpaceX is preparing to launch Starship Flight 11 from its Texas Starbase, to test engine restarts, heat shields and landing procedures ahead of future Mars missions.

Inversion’s arc spacecraft aims to transport cargo delivery anywhere on Earth in less than an hour

California-based company Inversion introduced a reusable spacecraft, Arc, designed for rapid orbital cargo delivery anywhere on Earth in under an hour.

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.

NASA confirms near-Earth flyby of '2025 TF' passing just 266 miles above planet's surface

NASA confirms 2025 TF passed just 266 miles above Earth on 1st October, highlighting the challenges of tracking small near-Earth objects.

Scientists unlock the secrets of Black Hole relativistic jets

Scientists from Goethe University, Frankfurt used advanced simulations to reveal how rotating black holes produce relativistic jets, highlighting magnetic reconnection and plasma behaviour in cosmic environments.

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.

Gaia mission reveals spin pattern of asteroids and planetary defense- Here is what study says

European Space Agency’s Gaia mission deciphers asteroid rotation patterns, revealing structural secrets and implications for planetary defence missions.

October Sky Spectacle: Two comets and meteor shower combine for stunning display

Skywatchers are in for a rare celestial spectacle as two bright comets, C/2025 R2 (SWAN) and C/2025 A6 (Lemmon), make their closest approach to Earth while the Orionid meteor shower peaks in October 2025.

Astronomers capture stunning rainbow spectra of binary star Eta Carinae

Astronomers capture Eta Carinae’s rainbow spectrum, offering new insights into massive star evolution and extreme cosmic phenomena.

From NASA engineer to astronaut: Everything you need to know about Anna Menon

Married to Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon, Houston-born Anna Menon breaks barriers in commercial spaceflight and prepares for NASA’s Moon and Mars expeditions.

NASA tracks four asteroids passing at safe distance from Earth on 5th October

NASA confirms four near-Earth asteroids will pass Earth safely, measuring from bus to house-sized, with no impact risk on 5th October.