Solar Eclipse on April 8: Aditya-L1 to track the Sun during total eclipse
The eclipse will be visible across North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The first Solar Eclipse of 2024 will not be visible in India. Key Points
Business TodayThe Sun isn’t ‘conscious’, but you are. Don’t fall for every science-sounding claim
An article published on Futurism.com said that a ‘biologist’ claimed the Sun was conscious. Key Points
ThePrintAB Capital to sell 5% stake in Aditya Birla Sun Life via OFS to comply with norms
The minimum public shareholding rule mandates all listed companies to ensure that at least 25% of their equity shares are held by non-promoters. A high promoter holding can lead to an artificial mismatch between demand and supply as fewer shares are available for the public to buy and sell. Key Points
Economic Times5 amazing pictures of the Sun by NASA that will leave you transfixed
NASA regularly takes to Instagram to share incredible pictures of the Sun. From solar flares to orbital sunrise, these images will make your jaw drop. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesSun Pharma recalls 55K bottles of generic medication in US
Sun Pharma is recalling about 55,000 bottles of a generic medication to treat bowel disease in the American market, according to the US Food &... Key Points
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Netflix shocks fans with abrupt cancellation of The Brothers Sun - Reason behind unexpected decision
Netflix has opted to cancel The Brothers Sun despite its initial success and positive reception from both critics and audiences. The decision is a letdown for fans eagerly anticipating a second season of the Triads drama series. Key Points
Economic TimesWhat you need to know about the April total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse is set to occur on April 8, creating a mesmerizing celestial display visible across North America. Millions of people along the eclipse's path, stretching from Mexico to Canada, will experience the moon entirely blocking the sun, turning day into darkness. The event's path of totality includes parts of the United States, offering a rare opportunity for observers to witness the sun's corona. Safety precautions are emphasized, as viewing the Sun directly without proper eye protection can cause severe eye injury. Key Points
Economic TimesThe Brothers Sun season 2: Will it be renewed or canceled by Netflix?
Netflix has begun the year with The Brothers Sun season 2, a new action comedy series that stars Oscar winning actress Michelle Yeoh as Mama Sun. The filming of the series has spanned for four months. Here's everything to know more. Key Points
Economic TimesAditya L1 reaches Halo-Orbit. ‘From Moon walk to Sun Dance…’ leaders hails ISRO's first Sun mission
India's first solar observatory Aditya-L1 has reached its destination, according to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He praised the dedication of scientists and called it another landmark for India. Key Points
mintWhat is Perihelion Day? Know all about the astronomical event
Perihelion Day, occurring in early January, is when the Earth reaches its closest point to the Sun in its elliptical orbit. From date to time, know all details. Key Points
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Lee Sun Kyun's agency urges people to refrain from spreading rumours
Lee Sun Kyun was best known for his stint in Parasite. He was found dead amid an ongoing drug scandal. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAditya L1 mission: What will happen after spacecraft reaches destination on January 6?
The Aditya-L1 spacecraft will be injected into a large halo orbit around L1 point between the Sun and the Earth. Read details here. Key Points
mintSun Pharma to acquire 16.7% stake in Lyndra Therapeutics for $30 million
Lyndra Therapeutics Inc. is in the business of developing novel delivery technology for long-acting oral (LAO) therapies. Key Points
Business TodayAditya-L1's SUIT captures first full-disk images of the Sun in near ultraviolet wavelengths: Isro
The SUIT payload was powered on, on November 20. Following a successful pre-commissioning phase, the telescope captured its first light science images on December 6. Key Points
Economic TimesNasa warns, a 'perfect storm' is expected hit Earth tomorrow
Geomagnetic storms could enhance aurora and be visible in lower latitudes. Possible collision between CME and Earth by late November 25. | World News Key Points
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India's top drugmaker Sun Pharma beats Q2 profit view
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries (SUN.NS), India's largest drugmaker by revenue, reported a bigger-than-expected rise in second-quarter profit on Wednesday, driven by strong sales in its domestic and U.S. formulation businesses. Key Points
ReutersLee Sun Kyun apologises for drug case as he arrives at police station
Lee Sun Kyun was reportedly booked by police. He is facing drug charges. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAditya-L1: India successfully launches its first mission of the Sun
Aditya-L1 will carry out scientific studies of the Sun from a vantage point 1.5 million km above Earth. Key Points
BBC NewsExplainer: What to know about October's 'ring of fire' solar eclipse
Millions of people in the Americas will be in a position to witness an astronomical treat on Oct. 14 with a solar eclipse in which - weather permitting - the moon will be seen passing in front of the sun. Key Points
ReutersLaunch successful: India's maiden solar probe Aditya-L1 well on its way to the Sun
Aditya-L1, India's first-ever solar probe to study the Sun successfully blasted off at 11:50 am on Saturday from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched India's first solar space observatory by the PSLV-C57. L1 is 1.5 million km away from the Earth in the direction of the sun. It is expected to cover the distance in four months' time. Key Points
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Aditya L1 ready to unravel secrets of the Sun: Isro all set for Saturday launch
Aditya-L1 is a pioneering mission dedicated to studying the Sun. The spacecraft will be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system. Key Points
India TodayAditya L1 Mission: Isro all set to launch India's maiden solar mission from Sriharikota
Aditya-L1 is Isro's first space-based observatory-class mission to study the Sun. The spacecraft is expected to cover 1.5 million km distance to L1 point in nearly four months. Key Points
Business TodayAditya-L1 - India's maiden solar mission - all set to be launched at 11:50 today
India is preparing to launch its first solar mission, the Aditya L1, which will study the Sun and its impact on space weather. The mission will be launched from the India Space Research Organisation's launchpad and will travel for 125 days to reach a Halo orbit around the Lagrangian point L1. The spacecraft will carry seven scientific payloads, including a Visible Emission Line Coronagraph, which will send images of the Sun to ground stations. Key Points
Economic TimesAditya L1 Launch FAQ: All your questions about India's maiden solar mission answered
India's first solar mission, Aditya L1, will study the Sun from a halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system. The launch is scheduled for 11:50 am on Saturday from Sriharikota.ISRO,Sun,Earth,Sriharikota Key Points
mintAditya L1 mission: ISRO to launch India's first Sun expedition today. Top points
Aditya L1 Mission Updates: The Aditya-L1 will be fired from the second launch pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 11.50am on Saturday. | Latest News India Key Points
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Aditya-L1 launch today: Check out time, place of lift off; where to watch
The propulsion module of the Aditya L1 mission will take around 125 days to cover nearly 1.5 million km from Earth to reach the Lagrangian Point 1 near Sun. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAditya-L1 Sun mission payload to send 1,440 images per day, say scientists
Aditya-L1 will be launched by PSLV-C57 rocket on September 2 at 11:50 AM. It carries seven payloads to study the Sun. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesISRO completes launch rehearsal of Aditya-L1 solar mission
ISRO has completed the launch rehearsal and internal checks for its Aditya-L1 mission to study the Sun. The spacecraft, scheduled to be launched on September 2, will provide remote observations of the solar corona and in situ observations of the solar wind. It will carry seven payloads to observe different layers of the Sun. Aditya-L1 is a fully indigenous effort with the participation of national institutions. Key Points
Economic TimesISRO to launch Aditya L1 mission to study Sun on September 2; when and where to watch
Aditya L1 shall be the first space-based Indian mission to study the Sun. The spacecraft shall be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrange Point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, which is about 1.5 million km from the Earth. Key Points
Business TodaySun TV shares hit multi-year high, 'show likely to go on'
Jailer, produced by the Sun Group, was released around two weeks back and is reportedly close to grossing ₹600 crore globally. The movie has fared better than expectations and will provide a leg-up to Sun's earnings in the current quarter, analysts said. Key Points
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Mission Sun: ISRO shares photos of satellite for Aditya-L1 solar mission
ISRO has shared pictutes of its ambitious project, Aditya-L1 Mission that could revolutionise the understanding of the Sun's dynamics and space weather. Until now, NASA's Parker Solar probe flew through the Sun’s upper atmosphere – the corona in 2021. Key Points
mintEarth 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
India TodayNetherlands to distribute free Sun cream dispensers to tackle this serious health issue
The Netherlands is providing its citizens with free Sun protection this summer. Find out why. Key Points
mintStrongest eruption from Sun in three years slams Earth: What really happened?
One of the strongest geomagnetic storms from the Sun has slammed the Earth. Here's what happened at the Sun. Key Points
India TodayAditya L1 Launch Live Updates: India's solar mission to lift-off in less than an hour
ISRO Aditya L1 Mission Live Updates: The Indian Space Research Organisation is all set to launch its ambitious maiden mission to study the Sun. The Aditya L1 mission is scheduled to launch from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on Saturday on a four-month-long journey to its destination, Lagrange Point 1. Key Points
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Aditya L1 ISRO's first Sun mission LIVE: Countdown underway for satellite to reach ‘cosmic’ destination Halo-Orbit
Aditya L1 Mission LIVE: ISRO's nearly 1,500 kg satellite, built at a cost of ₹ 400 crore, will function as the first space-based Indian observatory to study the Sun nearly 1.5 million kilometres from the Earth. Key Points
MintAditya L1 Sun Mission LIVE: Isro preps PSLV to lift off with India's solar mission
ISRO Aditya L1 Mission Live Updates: The Indian Space Research Organisation is all set to launch its ambitious maiden mission to study the Sun. The Aditya L1 mission is scheduled to launch from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on Saturday on a four-month-long journey to its destination, Lagrange Point 1. Key Points
India TodayHyderabad witnesses rare Zero Shadow Day: Here's the science behind it
Zero Shadow Day is a unique occurrence where the Sun does not cast a shadow of an object at noon, the time when the Sun is exactly at its peak position. This event happens for locations situated between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. Key Points
India TodayISRO'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 TodaySunscreen gives ‘false sense of security’, warn researchers
Sunscreen use is increasing, but so are melanoma and skin cancer rates, which the researchers say, is the ‘sunscreen paradox’. Despite the importance of sunscreen, researchers said that it is also the least effective way to protect your skin when compared to sun-protective clothing and Sun avoidance. Key Points
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‘Our tireless scientific efforts will continue,’ Modi after launch of 1st solar mission Aditya-L1
After a historic moon landing just a week ago, India’s space agency sent off the country’s first space-based Sun mission Aditya-L1 at 11.50 hours Saturday. Key Points
ThePrintQ3 results today: Maruti, Sun Pharma, Dabur among 113 companies to announce earnings
Sun Pharmaceuticals and Maruti Suzuki India are among the companies declaring their Q3FY24 earnings. Maruti Suzuki India is expected to report healthy revenue growth, while Sun Pharmaceuticals may see moderate revenue growth. Key Points
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