India's Aditya-L1 is gearing up to watch the Sun at its wildest in 2026
Technology
India's Aditya-L1 satellite, launched in 2024, is all set to catch the Sun during its solar maximum in 2026—a period when our star gets extra active and throws out more solar storms than usual.
Scientists are excited because these powerful solar eruptions can mess with satellites, power grids, and communication networks.
Why this matters for us
Aditya-L1 comes with a special camera (VELC) that lets it safely watch the Sun's outer layers nonstop. By studying how these solar storms form and move toward Earth, researchers hope to better predict space weather and protect our tech from sudden disruptions.
This mission also puts India right at the center of global solar research—pretty cool for science and for keeping our digital lives running smoothly.