Science and Technology

NASA’s SPHEREx Space Telescope Launches to Map the Universe’s Cosmic Glow

NASA has successfully launched its latest space telescope, SPHEREx (Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization, and Ices Explorer), aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, on March 11, 2025. The $488...

Starlink Internet Explained: How It Will Transform India’s Internet Landscape

In a major move to bridge the digital divide in India, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have signed separate agreements with Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring Starlink satellite internet service to the country. With SpaceX's application for security clearance under...

Mycelium Bricks: A Sustainable Alternative to Traditional Clay Bricks

In the wake of climate change and the growing need for sustainable solutions, the construction industry is exploring eco-friendly materials to reduce its carbon footprint. One such innovative material is mycelium bricks, made from the fibrous network of fungi. These...

NASA’s Revolutionary Missions: SPHEREx and PUNCH Set to Redefine Space Exploration

NASA is preparing to launch two groundbreaking space missions, SPHEREx (Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization, and Ices Explorer) and PUNCH (Polarimeter to UNify the Corona and Heliosphere). These missions aim to unlock new insights into...

IndiaAI Mission: Union IT Minister Launches Compute Portal and AIKosha Dataset Platform

Marking a significant milestone in India's artificial intelligence (AI) journey, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the IndiaAI Compute Portal and the AIKosha Dataset Platform, along with several other initiatives under the IndiaAI Mission. These efforts aim to enhance access...

Blue Ghost Lands on the Moon: A New Era of Private Lunar Missions

On March 3, 2025, Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost spacecraft successfully landed on the Moon, marking a significant milestone in private space exploration. This mission, part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program, is the third private moon mission and...

Aditya-L1 Captures First-Ever Image of a Solar Flare ‘Kernel’

The Aditya-L1 mission, India’s first dedicated solar observatory, has achieved a groundbreaking discovery by capturing the first-ever image of a solar flare ‘kernel’. This rare event was recorded in the lower solar atmosphere, specifically in the photosphere and chromosphere. The...

NASA’s IM-2 Mission: Pioneering Lunar Mining and 4G Communication

NASA's IM-2 mission, launched on February 26, 2025, marks a significant step in lunar exploration. This 10-day mission targets the lunar south pole’s Mons Mouton to explore the potential for mining water ice and rare minerals, which are critical for...

Cape Vultures Spotted After 30 Years in South Africa’s Eastern Cape

The recent sighting of 85 Cape Vultures (Gyps coprotheres) in South Africa’s Eastern Cape after three decades marks a significant milestone for conservationists. These vultures, exclusive to Southern Africa, play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by preventing disease...

NASA’s New Telescope to Unveil the Most Colorful Cosmic Map

NASA is set to launch its SPHEREx telescope, aiming to create the most detailed and colorful map of the universe ever made. The telescope will use infrared spectroscopy to analyze light in 96 bands, far beyond human vision. This will...