Soon, get a satellite image of your backyard at click of mouse
Two satellites -- Shakuntala and Anand -- launched by Elon Musk’s SpaceX and ISRO’s PSLV respectively, are pathfinder spacecraft. Want a satellite picture of... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRadar catches asteroid flying close to Earth, discovers it has a tiny moon
The first asteroid, 2011 UL21, passed Earth on June 27, 2024, at a distance of about 6.6 million kilometers, or roughly 17 times the distance between Earth and the Moon. Key Points
India TodayWhen did Earth get its water? We finally have an answer
Researchers analysed ancient crystals from the Jack Hills in Western Australia’s Mid-West region. They examined the age and oxygen isotopes in tiny crystals of the mineral zircon. Key Points
India Today‘Earth Abides’ Adaptation: Here’s what we know so far about plot, production, episode count and streaming
Earth Abides, a post-apocalyptic tale, follows Ish (played by Alexander Ludwig), a geologist who wakes from a coma to find himself seemingly alone in a world ravaged by a deadly plague. The series explores his journey to find purpose and meaning in a world devoid of civilization. Key Points
Economic TimesSatellite of school bus's size to hit Earth this week! Check details here
A satellite is all set to crash into Earth this week. The satellite is said to have a size that of a school bus. Key Points
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NASA spots Super-Earth, says ‘right temperature for water to form’. But is it habitable?
TOI-715 b, a Super-Earth, has been detected by NASA orbiting Earth and is about 1.5 times the size of our planet. It is located in another solar system 137 light-years away and could have the right conditions for liquid water. Key Points
mintWhat happens if Earth stops spinning for just one second?
Imagine a world where the Earth's rotation halts for a mere second. It may sound like a brief pause, but the repercussions would be nothing short of catastrophic. Key Points
India TodayPeregrine lander launched to Moon with humans remains to crash on Earth tonight
The spacecraft was to deliver approximately 20 payloads, with a total mass capacity of 90 kg, to the lunar surface. It was also carrying unconventional items such as a copy of Wikipedia, a bitcoin. Key Points
India Today5 fascinating throwback pics of Earth by NASA that are timeless marvels
NASA often takes to social media to share incredible images of our home planet Earth. Here are five pictures that will make your jaw drop. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesEarth isn't the only planet with seasons, but they can look wildly different on other worlds
Spring, summer, fall and winter – the seasons on Earth change every few months, around the same time every year. It's easy to take this cycle for... Key Points
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Will lost 54-million-ton asteroid hit Earth in 2024? Nasa responds
Scientists first spotted the massive space rock in 2007. However, they lost track of it later and declared it a “lost asteroid.” Key Points
Hindustan TimesISRO's Aditya-L1 reaches Lagrange Point 1 to study the Sun; PM Modi lauds 'extraordinary feat'
The L1 point is about 1.5 million km from the Earth and 1 per cent of the total distance between the Earth and the Sun. Key Points
Business TodayA Wknd special: How close are we to interplanetary travel?
There are concrete plans to build on the moon and send humans to Mars within the decade. Check out plans for extra-terrestrial farms, Lunarcrete and more. Key Points
Hindustan TimesEarth hides parts of plant that played role in creation of Moon, claims study
Earth has several mysteries and one such has been unraveled by scientists. The discovery is related to formation of Moon. Key Points
Economic TimesRock collected by Apollo 17 astronaut in 1972 reveals moon's age
During the Apollo 17 mission in 1972 - the last time people walked on the moon - U.S. astronauts Harrison Schmitt and Eugene Cernan collected about 243 pounds (110.4 kg) of soil and rock samples that were returned to Earth for further study. Key Points
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Comet multi-time bigger than 'Mount Everest' is coming towards Earth. Check size, key details
A comet, which is way bigger than Mount Everest, is nearing the Earth after an explosion. The explosion was observed on October 5. Key Points
Economic TimesAditya-L1 escapes Earth’s sphere of influence, travels 9.2 lakh km in space
The spacecraft is now en route to Sun-Earth Lagrange Point 1 (L1), a strategic location approximately 1.5 million kilometers from Earth. Key Points
India TodayAditya L1 escapes Earth's sphere of influence, heading to Lagrange point 1: ISRO
India's solar mission Aditya L1 has travelled beyond a distance of 9.2 lakh kilometres from the Earth and has escaped the sphere of the Earth's influence. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesOsiris-Rex mission: Nasa lands rock samples from asteroid Bennu on Earth
The US made history as the space agency landed rock samples on Earth. With this, the spacecraft's seven-year-long journey came to an end. Key Points
India TodayTackling global warming with an asteroid ‘umbrella’? Here’s all you need to know about the unique method a
Scientists are exploring a unique concept to mitigate the impacts of global warming by considering the deployment of a spaceborne umbrella to shield our planet from the sun's rays. This innovative idea aims to counteract the adverse effects of climate change through strategic intervention. Key Points
Economic Times
Chandrayaan-3 second Op around done, closest point to Earth (perigee) raised to around 220km
The operation, which was carried out to increase the spacecraft's apogee (farthest point from Earth) began at around 12.05pm as planned and lasted for 11-and-a-half minutes, multiple scientists confirmed to STOI. After Saturday's manoeuvre, Spacecraft is now in 41762km x 173km orbit, Isro had said. Key Points
Economic TimesNASA predicts terrifying double solar storms to strike the Earth today. All you need to know
NASA's SOHO has warned of two solar storms expected to partially hit Earth today. The storms could cause disruptions in power and communication facilities, as well as affect GPS services. There is a possibility of a G-1 level geomagnetic storm, impacting power grids and causing radio blackouts. Key Points
mintMeteorite and volcanic particles may have driven origin of life on Earth: Study
Particles from meteors or volcanic eruptions on Earth around 4.4 billion years ago may have generated the precursors of the molecules needed for the origin of life on the planet, according to a study. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaThe search for Earth's hidden mountains
The deep Earth contains vast mountain ranges with peaks up to four times the height of Everest. But no one knows why. Key Points
BBCCBI registers case against environmental lawyer Ritwick Dutta and LIFE for FCRA violation
According to the FIR, instituted on a reference from the Home Ministry, the main allegation against Mr. Dutta is that he received ₹41 lakh as foreign contribution in 2013-14 and thereafter, he created LIFE proprietorship which got ₹22 crore from Earth Justice USA masked as “professional receipt”. Key Points
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How the largest environmental movement in history was born
Earth Day emerged from the disquiet that many felt at the destruction of the natural world and has evolved into a global environmental movement. BBC Future talks to some of the original and more recent organisers to hear how it has changed. Key Points
BBCIncredible journey of Earth Anthem: Quest for a common anthem for our planet
Earth Anthem was written by Indian poet and diplomat Abhay K. in 2008. He was inspired by the ancient Indian philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ which means ‘the whole Earth is a family’ and the Blue Marble image of Earth taken by the crew of Apollo 17 spacecraft on its way to the Moon. Key Points
FinancialexpressStrange flash seen in Kyiv skies. Nasa says it's not a crashing satellite | Watch
Nasa has denied that the strange flash seen in skies of Kyiv was a crashing satellite. The brief flash occured after an air raid siren went off in the Ukranian capital. Key Points
India TodayPotentially hazardous asteroid to come close to Earth today
An asteroid is classified as a near-Earth object when its distance from our planet is less than 1.3 times the distance from Earth to the Sun. Key Points
India TodayWhen Earth froze to death but somehow life survived
Earth formed approximately 4.5 billion years ago. The first single-celled organisms arose sometime during roughly the first billion years of the planet's existence. Key Points
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Asteroid discovery suggests ingredients for life on Earth came from space
Scientists have pondered about the conditions necessary for life to arise after Earth formed about 4.5 billion years ago. The new findings fit well with the hypothesis that bodies like comets, asteroids and meteorites brought compounds that helped pave the way for the first microbes. Key Points
The Indian ExpressHouse-size asteroid makes close approach to Earth. Watch here
A near-Earth asteroid 2023 EY had a relatively close approach by Earth surface on Friday. Alike other asteroids it passed safely without creating any danger. Key Points
Hindustan Times‘Urban Hellscape’: Apocalyptic pictures of Ukrainian city Marinka go viral
Marinka, a city in Ukraine, has suffered extensive damage as a result of Russian invasion. Journalist Christopher Miller shared post-war photos of the once-quiet city that showed scorched earth, burnt trees, and all buildings razed to the ground. Key Points
The Indian ExpressEarth will be farthest from the Sun today. Yet, why do we feel so hot?
Earth reaches Aphelion in the early days of June following the summer solstice. Derived from Ancient Greek, "helios" means "Sun," and "apo" means "far." Key Points
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