In a significant leadership transition at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Dr. V Narayanan has been appointed as the new Chairman, replacing S. Somanath, whose tenure ends on January 14, 2025. Known for his expertise in aerospace engineering and cryogenic propulsion, Dr. Narayanan’s appointment signals a promising new chapter for ISRO. Dr. V Narayanan … Read more
India’s premier space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), is poised for a transformative year in 2025, with a slew of ambitious missions and critical technological advancements lined up. The agenda includes the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDex), key developments in the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program, the launch of NISAR, and India’s first-ever privately built … Read more
In a bold step toward revolutionizing the satellite launch market, SpaceX announced on Friday that its upcoming Starship test flight will attempt to deploy payloads in space for the first time. The mission involves releasing 10 model Starlink satellites, simulating the size and weight of the next-generation Starlink units. This demonstration marks a critical milestone … Read more
With frigid air racing south from the Arctic, a polar vortex is poised to unleash what could be the most intense cold wave in over a decade across the eastern United States. Meteorologists and emergency officials are sounding the alarm, urging residents to prepare for a prolonged period of dangerous cold, severe winter storms, and … Read more
A cutting-edge study claims that bird flight dynamics could soon revolutionise aeroplane design. Researchers have developed featherlike flaps resembling covert feathers found on bird wings, which could significantly boost aircraft performance. By improving lift, reducing drag, and preventing stalls, this avian-inspired design has the potential to enhance both efficiency and safety, particularly during high-risk manoeuvres … Read more
Bhopal, January 4: Sky enthusiasts have a special celestial treat awaiting them today, as two fascinating astronomical events are set to unfold. First, Earth will reach its closest point to the Sun this year, and second, Saturn, the crescent Moon, and Venus will align in the evening sky, creating a spectacular visual treat for stargazers. … Read more
In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have unearthed the largest dinosaur trackway ever found in the UK at Dewars Farm Quarry, Oxfordshire. More than 200 well-preserved footprints, dating back an estimated 166 million years to the Middle Jurassic period, have been identified on a limestone surface. The remarkable find offers rare insights into the lives and … Read more
