SpaceX’s Whirlwind ISS Crew Swap: A New Dawn in Orbit SpaceX successfully ferried a fresh crew of four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) in a record-breaking 15-hour mission, concluding on August 2, 2025. This rapid turnaround replaces a team that has been stationed there since March 2025. The returning astronauts are scheduled to […]

Himalayan Haze: Toxic Clouds Threaten Mountain Ecosystems A new study reveals a disturbing trend: clouds are carrying toxic heavy metals from India’s polluted lowlands to its pristine high-altitude ecosystems, including the Himalayas and Western Ghats. Researchers have detected significant levels of these harmful substances, with the Eastern Himalayas showing particularly high concentrations. The presence of […]

NISAR’s Eagle Eye on Earth: India-NASA Partnership Takes Flight The NASA-ISRO SAR (NISAR) mission has entered its crucial 90-day commissioning phase, marking a significant milestone in Indo-US space cooperation. This advanced Earth observation satellite will soon begin its vital data collection process. Using cutting-edge dual-band radar technology, NISAR will capture detailed images of our planet […]

Headline: Tezpur University’s “Glow-in-the-Dark” TB Detector: A Hope for Rural India? Researchers at Tezpur University have unveiled a groundbreaking, portable device for detecting tuberculosis. This innovative technology leverages the bacteria’s natural bioluminescence, amplified by an integrated heating system. Unlike conventional methods, this device requires no chemical reagents, significantly reducing costs and complexity. The entire process […]

Aussie Rocket’s Crash Landing: A Success, Claims Gilmour Space Gilmour Space Technologies’ ambitious maiden voyage ended abruptly on July 30, 2025. Their Eris rocket, Australia’s first homegrown orbital launch vehicle, crashed just 14 seconds after liftoff. Despite the failure to achieve orbit, the company declared the launch a partial success. All engines reportedly ignited as […]

Tail-Wagging Truths: TV Reveals Canine Personalities A groundbreaking study has revealed fascinating insights into canine behaviour, linking a dog’s TV viewing habits to its personality traits. Researchers observed distinct reactions based on individual temperaments. Anxious dogs, for instance, exhibited heightened sensitivity to sounds like doorbells or other auditory cues emanating from the television. Their responses […]

NISAR: India-US Eyes on Earth’s Subtle Shifts The much-anticipated NISAR satellite, a joint venture between ISRO and NASA, is poised for launch from India in late July. This groundbreaking mission will provide unprecedented detail in Earth observation. Equipped with cutting-edge radar technology, NISAR boasts both S-band (from ISRO) and L-band (from NASA) capabilities. This dual-frequency […]

Arizona Fossils Unearth Lost Triassic World, Oldest North American Pterosaur A remarkable paleontological discovery in Arizona has unveiled a transitional Triassic ecosystem dating back 209 million years. This ancient world, predating the dinosaurs’ reign, showcases the oldest known North American pterosaur. The site boasts a rich biodiversity, including newly identified species alongside lineages teetering on […]

Shukla’s ISS Call: Gaganyaan Milestone Reached Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), engaged in a significant conversation with ISRO Chairman V Narayanan on Monday, July 7, 2025. Shukla expressed his gratitude to ISRO for ensuring his safe journey to the ISS. He conveyed his appreciation for the meticulous planning and […]

Lanthanum Leap: Indian Scientists Revolutionise Energy Storage Indian scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough in energy storage technology. A team has developed a novel supercapacitor material using lanthanum-doped silver niobate. This innovative material demonstrates superior performance compared to existing technologies. It boasts a remarkable 118% energy retention rate and 100% charge-discharge efficiency. The efficacy of […]