The night sky has always fascinated humankind with its beauty and mysteries. This Sunday night, stargazers and sky enthusiasts are in for a rare and mesmerizing celestial event — a total lunar eclipse that will turn the Moon into a dramatic shade of blood red. Popularly called the “Blood Moon,” this phenomenon is set to…
For centuries, scientists and philosophers have pondered one of the greatest mysteries of existence: how did life begin on Earth? Traditional views once suggested that life took a long, gradual path before it first appeared. However, recent scientific findings reveal that life may have emerged far quicker than previously thought—perhaps almost as soon as Earth…
On June 25, 2025, history was made as Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla launched aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon for the private Axiom Mission 4 (Ax‑4), marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 41 years—and the first ever Indian voyage to the International Space Station (ISS). The moment became unforgettable when Shukla opened his first live broadcast…
For as long as humanity has gazed at the night sky, the Moon has presented the same familiar face—its near side—illuminated by reflected sunlight. The far side, often romantically (and inaccurately) called the “dark side,” remained a mystery until spacecraft photography in the mid-20th century revealed a stark contrast between the two hemispheres. The near…
Stargazers and skywatching enthusiasts were treated to a rare and whimsical cosmic event today — a natural “smiley face” lighting up the night sky. The charming alignment of Venus, Saturn, and the crescent Moon created an illusion of a glowing grin above Earth, capturing imaginations and sparking excitement across social media. If you missed it,…
