Astronomy: News
Astronomers discover a strange ring around this little planet
A mini-planet called Quaoar has taken astronomers by surprise.
Indian telescope detects radio signal from the most distant galaxy
With the help of India's Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), astronomers have captured a radio signal from the most distant galaxy.
New theory explains why super-Earths have the same size
Scientists have come up with a new theory that can explain the formation of "super-Earths"- a class of exoplanets bigger than the Earth. Super-Earths are the most common type of exoplanet in the Milky Way.
India's Chandra telescope captures comet seen once in 50,000 years
The Himalayan Chandra Telescope, operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), has captured an image of comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF).
NASA's TESS telescope spots a possibly habitable Earth-sized exoplanet
Astronomers, with the help of NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), have discovered an exoplanet, called TOI 700 e, which is 95% Earth's size and is likely to be rocky like our planet.
NASA's Hubble snaps stunning star cluster 20,000 light-years away
NASA has revealed a sparkling image of a nebula located 20,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Carina.
Space and astronomy in 2023: The must-see events next year
The year 2023 will be an exciting one for seeing astronomical phenomena in the night sky.
5 books about space and astronomy that astrophiles must read
Tap into the realm of the cosmos, one page at a time.
India witnessed this year's last solar eclipse today: Details here
India on Tuesday witnessed the year's last solar eclipse, which reportedly began in the country at Leh and Hanle in Ladakh, per the Indian Institute of Astrophysics.
2022's last partial solar eclipse to appear after Diwali
This year, we have witnessed several astronomical events including two lunar eclipses, two solar eclipses, the five-planet alignment, Hunter's moon, Blood moon, passage of an interstellar comet along with two meteor showers.
Astronomers find Saturn-like baby planet hidden in dust
Astronomers have always found it challenging to observe planetary birth and development in protoplanetary discs. Maybe not anymore.
Best planetariums in India to introduce your kids to astronomy
If you are inclined toward space exploration and astronomy, then planetariums or taramandals are a must-visit for you.
Rare spectacle: July 13 to witness 2022's biggest moon!
We saw the last supermoon , Strawberry Moon on June 14, and now on July 13, be prepared to see the biggest moon of 2022!
Earthshine Moon July 2022: When and how to watch it?
This year has been great for astronomy enthusiasts. From the five-planet alignment and Blood Moon to the Tau Herculids (TAH #0061) meteor shower, there has been something for everyone.
Manhattanhenge: The magical phenomenon on Manhattan's east-west streets
When the setting Sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid, illuminating both sides of every cross street on the island, it is a sight to behold.
Strawberry Moon: When will it peak and how to watch?
The Strawberry Moon, which is this year's second supermoon, will appear bright and full in the night sky on Tuesday (June 14).
Rare 5-planet alignment will adorn the sky all of June
It is always a larger-than-life feeling to watch celestial activities high up in the sky, be it a solar eclipse, or a shooting star.
Massive asteroid to fly by Earth on May 27
According to NASA, an asteroid that is four times the size of the Empire State Building will get really close to Earth on May 27.
Super flower blood moon appears May 15: Know the details
A spectacular super moon is due on May 15. All thanks to a lunar eclipse, this time we'll get to see a blood moon.
Black Moon 2022: A rare occurrence in the night sky
April 30 will have the first solar eclipse of this year, but we in India will not be able to see it.
First Solar Eclipse of 2022: Timing, visibility and some facts
The first solar eclipse of 2022 will take place on April 30.
5 planets, the Moon to align in epic stargazing event
Skywatchers and others will soon be treated to an intriguing celestial spectacle beginning from the last week of April.
Worm Moon: All there is to know about this Supermoon
The first full moon of this month has a rather strange name--Worm Moon.
Mineral discovered in Moon meteorite could help study Earth's mantle
A new mineral has been discovered in a lunar meteorite by European researchers.
How scientists found potential signs of life on 'inhospitable' Venus
Recently, a team of scientists made major headlines for discovering potential signs of life on Venus.
India to witness annular solar eclipse today; details here
India will witness an annular solar eclipse on Sunday morning.
Closest black hole to Earth discovered: Details here
Astronomers have discovered a new black hole, and it is not really far away.
In this US town, using Wi-Fi is illegal. Here's why
As the demands to have Wi-Fi enabled across public places grow louder, it becomes increasingly harder to imagine places without access to wireless internet.
ISRO shares first official photos of Earth, clicked by Chandrayaan-2
Days after a series of morphed photos of the Earth, purportedly clicked by Chandrayaan-2, were circulated through WhatsApp forwards, the Indian Space Research Organization has released the official ones.
More people to videocall lovers, not parents, from moon: Survey
Ahead of the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking Apollo 11 mission on July 20, a United States-based tech professional association, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, has conducted a survey about space travel.
Partial Lunar Eclipse: When, where and how to watch it
If you are someone who likes to keep a lookout for interesting occurrences in the night sky, you would be delighted to learn that on July 16 and 17, various parts of the world will witness a partial lunar eclipse, including India.
Venus was Solar System's 'first habitable planet'. Here's what happened
Planet Venus often gets branded as Earth's evil twin; how despite sharing similar sizes, density, and chemical makeup, Venus is a Hadean reflection of Earth.
Chandra Grahan 2019: Last total lunar eclipse before 2021
On the intervening night between January 20 and January 21, certain parts of the world became witness to the only total lunar eclipse of 2019, and the last one before May 2021.
2019: Of 5 eclipses, 2 will be visible in India
Astronomy enthusiasts and skygazers around the world will be able to watch five eclipses in 2019, two of which will be visible in India.
Here's how you can watch shooting stars tonight
There's good news for stargazers today.
Want to send a message to aliens? Here's your chance
It has been 44 years since the Arecibo Message - a radio message beamed to space to draw the attention of any intelligent aliens - was sent, and scientists have deemed that it's time it gets updated.
First moon outside our solar system may have been found
Astronomers may have discovered the first known moon outside our solar system, orbiting a gas-giant planet 8,000 light years away.
Astronomers discover distant radio galaxy ever using Indian telescope
Astronomers have used an Indian telescope to discover the most distant radio galaxy ever known, located at a distance of 12 billion light years.
Today, you can see Mars with naked eyes: Details here
July has already been a great month for stargazers, and it's set to end with a bang.
Indian-priest's work on galaxies changes astronomy as we know it
For most, science vs faith is a choice. For Indian-origin Richard D'Souza, science was simply a way to get closer to the divine.