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NASA tracking 'Mega-Bomb' Asteroid—Could it strike Mumbai or Bogotá? Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:20:31 IST
Concerns rise over asteroid 2024 YR4, now with a 2.6% chance of colliding with Earth in 2032, according to NASA. Initially detected in 2024, the asteroid poses a Level 3 threat, potentially impacting densely populated cities and risking around 110 million lives.
Cancer Vaccine for women set to launch in India within 5-6 months; Girls aged 9-16 to be eligible for inoculation Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:10:27 IST
A new vaccine targeting women-specific cancers will be ready in five to six months for girls aged 9 to 16. The government is enhancing screening and establishing daycare cancer centers to improve early detection.
Sunita Williams has ‘tough’ gravity to face when back on Earth. Here's what changes Tue, 18 Feb 2025 22:51:13 IST
Sunita Williams news: NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, who is spending extra time in space along with Sunita Williams, said that the two astronauts will even “feel the weight of a pencil” when they reach back on Earth.
Humans and Neanderthals met often, but only one event matters Sat, 15 Feb 2025 18:07:50 IST
The mystery of exactly how people left Africa deepens
Wait over? Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore set to return to Earth around THIS day after nearly a year in space Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:54:16 IST
Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are set to return to Earth around March after an extended stay on the ISS since September. Their return was rescheduled due to NASA and SpaceX's decision to change spacecraft, shortening their time in space.
Astronauts Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore to return soon! NASA prepones Crew 10's launch date; details here Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:34:53 IST
NASA has replaced the astronaut capsule for its Crew-10 mission with a previously flown SpaceX Crew Dragon, allowing astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to return to Earth sooner. The launch has been preponed, subject to readiness checks.
Snow Moon 2025: Will this lunar event be visible in India? From time to date - all to know Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:33:55 IST
Snow Moon 2025: The best time to watch the Snow Moon is on February 12, when it will rise in the east at sunset and reach its highest point around midnight. Some Native American tribes call it is the Hungry Moon which signifies mid-winter food shortages.
This newly-discovered asteroid may be perilous. What are the chances it could hit Earth? Scientists say... Sun, 09 Feb 2025 20:17:40 IST
Asteroid 2024 YR4, a newly found near-Earth perilous object, has a small chance of hitting Earth on December 22, 2032. Measuring 40–90m wide, it exceeds the 1% impact probability, prompting alerts. NASA is tracking its trajectory to refine or rule out the risk.
ADHD should not be treated as a disorder Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:20:52 IST
Adapting schools and workplaces for it can help far more
Could supersonic air travel make a comeback? Sat, 08 Feb 2025 06:00:11 IST
Boom Supersonic’s demonstrator jet exceeds Mach 1
First GBS case in Mumbai 2025: Mumbai reports first case of Guillain-Barre Syndrome; 64-year-old woman infected Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:46:08 IST
Mumbai reports its first case of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a rare nerve disorder; the female patient, a resident of Andheri East, is currently undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit of a civic-run hospital.
India to launch Chandrayaan-4 in 2027 to bring back moon samples: Science and Technology Minister Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:32:24 IST
India plans to launch the Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2027 to collect Moon samples, marking its first sample return attempt. The Indian Space Research Organisation will coordinate multiple launches of the LVM-3 rocket and has additional missions, including Gaganyaan, lined up for the coming years.
Vaishnaw cites Chandrayaan-3 to boast India's potential to develop low-cost AI models Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:02:43 IST
Vaishnaw cites Chandrayaan-3 to boast India's potential to develop low-cost AI models
Dreams of asteroid mining, orbital manufacturing and much more Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:40:25 IST
Ideas for making money in orbit that seemed mad in the 1960s now look sane
The two types of human laugh Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:43:05 IST
One is caused by tickling; the other by everything else
India will have 200 cancer daycare centres. But where are the doctors and nurses? Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:14:05 IST
District daycare centres will decentralize cancer care, but India needs thousands more oncologists, specialist nurses and equipment, experts said. Besides, the GST on indigenous cancer drugs need to be removed entirely, said Biocon chairperson Kiran Mazumdar Shaw.
Kolkata among 9 cities at risk of getting flooded by 2100. Here's why Sun, 02 Feb 2025 18:57:22 IST
Kolkata is among nine cities at risk of flooding by 2100 due to rising sea levels from climate change. Experts warn that global warming will increase extreme weather events, resulting in more frequent and intense floods. 
28 people on ventilator in Maharashtra as Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases increase to 149, death toll at 5 Sat, 01 Feb 2025 19:51:05 IST
Maharashtra reports 149 suspected Guillain-Barré cases, with 124 confirmed. Five fatalities have occurred, including a 36-year-old man and a 60-year-old man. Currently, 28 patients require ventilator support, primarily from Pune and surrounding areas, as stated by the Maharashtra Health Department.
Two males give birth to child in incredible science experiment; the baby is now an adult Sat, 01 Feb 2025 17:29:27 IST
Scientists achieved a breakthrough enabling two men to have offspring without a biological mother, using genetic engineering on mice. This landmark research indicates potential for homosexual couples to have children through two sperm.
Sunita Williams' return: Why was space mission extended? Why is NASA not able to bring her back? Is she happy, healthy? Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:36:55 IST
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has completed over 200 days in space even since she reached the International Space Station on June 6 last year. What's holding her back in space? What hasn't NASA brough her back to Earth yet?
Power bank behind massive fire that burned down aircraft roof: Check how to ensure your device is safe Sat, 01 Feb 2025 15:54:59 IST
Following a fire on an Air Busan flight, it is suspected that a power bank short circuit set-off the flames. Passengers had to be evacuated using inflatable slides while seven passengers sustained injuries in the incident.
Asteroids like Bennu may have ‘delivered’ building blocks for life to Earth — Understanding NASA's new discovery Fri, 31 Jan 2025 14:58:54 IST
The latest discovery, unveiled by the NASA on January 29, came as a bit of a surprise and posed many exciting questions such as “Why didn't life form on Bennu?”
Sunita Williams breaks record as two ‘stuck’ astronauts take 5.5-hour spacewalk together Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:37:44 IST
Sunita Williams news: During a five-and-a-half hour spacewalk with her colleague Butch Wilmore, Sunita Williams surpassed former astronaut Peggy Whitson's total spacewalking time of 60 hours and 21 minutes.
Meet Shubhanshu Shukla, the first ISRO astronaut to travel to ISS aboard SpaceX Dragon: What's his space mission plan? Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:31:34 IST
Shubhanshu Shukla is a distinguished pilot in the Indian Air Force. At 39, he is the youngest to be picked as an astronaut-designate, reports claimed.
FDA approves new painkiller that shows promise and challenges of opioid alternatives Fri, 31 Jan 2025 04:46:22 IST
FDA approves new painkiller that shows promise and challenges of opioid alternatives
After LA Fires, Climate Experts Say There Is ‘No Safe Place in the US’ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 19:15:31 IST
More than 200 NASA staff lost homes in the LA fires. Their tragedies bring a personal perspective to rising global climate risks.
NASA's Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore take their first spacewalk together | Watch video Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:46:46 IST
Commander Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore floated out to perform maintenance work and wipe the International Space Station’s exterior for evidence of any microbes that may still be alive after launching from Earth and escaping through vents.
Ice Age antelopes surge back from the brink of extinction Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:10:37 IST
Even better, these peers of sabre-toothed tigers can help with carbon capture
THIS superfood boosts brain health, reduces dementia risk, shows Harvard study: Check how doctors consume it every day Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:50:40 IST
According to a Harvard study, daily intake of THIS superfood lowers dementia risk by 28% due to its antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. 
ISRO's 100th mission: GSLV-F15 lifts off with NVS-02 navigation satellite — VIDEO Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:23:38 IST
ISRO's 100th mission: ISRO chief Dr V Narayanan said GSLV-F15 launch vehicle “precisely” injected the navigation satellite NVS-02 in the intended orbits.
How blood-sucking vampire bats get their energy Tue, 28 Jan 2025 18:48:12 IST
They pull off a trick previously thought unique to a few insects
NASA lets Noida teenager name an asteroid; here's how you can do the same Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:07:31 IST
A Noida teenager, Daksh Malik, has made headlines after discovering an asteroid through the International Asteroid Discovery Project, earning the chance to name it. His journey into astronomy began with a school email, showcasing how young minds can contribute to space exploration.
Govt to collate journey of U-WIN so far to overcome challenges Sun, 26 Jan 2025 19:47:52 IST
There have been some instances where vaccination data could not get uploaded on the U-WIN system and were recorded manually.
CIA on COVID origin: US Intelligence Agency believes virus came from lab in China, but has low-confidence in finding Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:49:00 IST
The CIA's new assessment suggests COVID-19 likely originated from a Chinese lab, though it maintains low confidence in this conclusion. The finding, based on prior intelligence, may not resolve ongoing debates about the virus's origins, amid calls for more information from lawmakers.
What is it Planetary Parade? Is this cosmic event will be visible in India Sun, 26 Jan 2025 09:33:57 IST
This year, a rare planetary parade will feature six planets aligning in a line, including Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Uranus, and Neptune. While most are visible to the naked eye, Uranus and Neptune require a telescope.