Jupiter: News
Watch: This exoplanet is 10 times larger than Jupiter
A team of astronomers has discovered a massive exoplanet, three to 10 times the mass of Jupiter, lurking in the gas and dust "fog" surrounding a young star.
Another interstellar comet is approaching us: When will it appear?
NASA has discovered an interstellar comet, dubbed 3I/ATLAS, that is speeding through the Solar System.
This cool gas giant is 6 times larger than Jupiter
A team of citizen scientists has discovered a new gas giant, TOI-4465 b, using data from NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS).
Watch: A gas giant forming around a distant star
Astronomers have detected a potential new planet in the process of formation, likely a gas giant.
Jupiter, Mercury sitting side-by-side in night sky: How to watch
This weekend, stargazers will have a chance to witness a rare celestial event as Jupiter and Mercury come together in the northwestern sky.
Last Jupiter-Moon conjunction of 2025 to light up skies tonight
Tonight, the King of the Planets, Jupiter, will team up with a very young crescent moon. This will be the last such event this year.
Jupiter was once twice its size. Then it shrank
Jupiter, already the largest planet in our solar system at over 143,000 kilometers wide, was once more than twice its current size, astronomers say.
Jupiter's mega auroras look like they could swallow our planet
NASA has released footage of mega auroras on Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, triggered by solar storms.
Why Jupiter's rain of ammonia is a puzzle for scientists
In a significant discovery, scientists from the University of California have found that Jupiter gets hailstorms of "mushballs" along with intense lightning.
Moon to join Mars, Jupiter's 'celestial parade': How to watch?
A breathtaking celestial event will take place tonight. The waxing gibbous Moon will be joining Mars and Jupiter in the night sky.
Jupiter's magnetic field squished like a ball by solar winds
A solar windstorm compressed Jupiter's magnetosphere like a "giant squash ball" back in 2017.
Attention! Dazzling celestial 'tableau' will grace night sky tomorrow
Skywatchers will be in for a stunning celestial treat tomorrow. The event will see a captivating 'tableau' of planets, the Moon, and the stars.
Rare photo captures all 8 planets for first time
A rare celestial event, the "planetary parade," has been captured in a single photograph by UK-based photographer Josh Dury.
Rare planetary parade lights up night sky today—How to watch
A rare celestial event is scheduled to mesmerize stargazers today, as four planets — Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars — align in a stunning planetary parade.
Six planets set for rare alignment tonight: How to watch
A rare celestial event, a planetary alignment or "planetary parade," will occur tonight.
Rare 6-planet alignment on January 21: How to watch
On January 21, a rare celestial event will take place as six planets, namely Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune, will align in the night sky.
Why Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is once-in-144 years gathering
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, a major event for Hindu devotees across the globe, commenced in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday.
Comet G3 ATLAS to shine brightest tomorrow: How to watch
Comet G3 ATLAS (C/2024) is expected to reach its maximum brightness tomorrow. The celestial phenomenon may even outshine the planets Venus and Jupiter.
'Planet parade' in January: Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars to align
The new year is about to kick-start with a spectacular celestial event. In the coming weeks, four planets - Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars - will be clearly visible shortly after sunset.
From AI to HIV drugs: Top scientific breakthroughs of 2024
The year 2024 was an incredible one for scientific advancements and discoveries.
Why Moon looks younger than its age of 4.5B years
The Moon has been Earth's close companion, yet researchers have struggled to pinpoint exactly when it formed.
James Webb Space Telescope's new technique could reveal water-rich exoplanets
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) will take a new approach in its quest to find water-rich exoplanets. It will analyze minerals present in cooled lava on these planets.
James Webb Space Telescope discovers 'failed stars' beyond Milky Way
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), in conjunction with the Hubble Space Telescope, may have spotted a group of "failed star" brown dwarfs in the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC).
Ion drive breakthrough could enable rapid interstellar travel
A recent paper presented at the 75th International Astronautical Congress in Milan, has proposed that ion drives or electric propulsion systems, could be used to carry a massive payload on different trajectories.
NASA's $5.2B probe begins journey to Jupiter's icy moon Europa
NASA has successfully launched a $5.2 billion probe, the Europa Clipper, on a 1.8 billion mile journey to Jupiter and its icy moon Europa.
NASA mission to explore Jupiter's 'potentially habitable' moon launches today
NASA is gearing up for the launch of its ambitious Europa Clipper mission today at 8:30 pm IST.
NASA's Europa Clipper launch delayed due to Hurricane Milton
NASA and SpaceX have announced the postponement of the much-anticipated Europa Clipper mission, originally scheduled for Thursday.
NASA approves mission to explore world 'potentially habitable today'
NASA's ambitious Europa Clipper mission is set to launch in October, following a successful review of the spacecraft.
NASA mission to explore Jupiter's moon will launch next month
NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft is set to launch next month, following a successful review of its mission readiness.
James Webb telescope discovers rogue planet with mini solar system
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made a groundbreaking discovery of six rogue planets, wandering freely in space. These celestial bodies are not bound by any star and operate independently of universal laws.
Jupiter-bound spacecraft to attempt daring double flyby this week
The European Space Agency (ESA) is preparing for one of the most daring operations ever undertaken in interplanetary flight.
Mars, Jupiter's closest encounter in three days: How to watch
Mars and Jupiter are set for their closest encounter of the decade, a celestial event that will be visible from Earth.
NASA shares skywatching tips for top celestial events this August
NASA has released its list of must-see celestial events for August 2024.
European spacecraft set for historic Earth-Moon slingshot next month
The European Space Agency (ESA)'s spacecraft, Juice, is gearing up for a groundbreaking maneuver next month.
6x bigger than Jupiter: NASA's Webb telescope discovers giant exoplanet
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has photographed an exoplanet that is estimated to be nearly six times bigger than Jupiter.
How hot planets are formed? Astronomers shed light on phenomenon
Astronomers have discovered an exoplanet, TIC 241249530 b, with a highly oblong orbit that experiences extreme temperature swings.
NASA's exoplanet count surpasses 5,500, raising hopes for habitable worlds
NASA has officially confirmed the existence of more than 5,500 exoplanets outside our solar system. This significant celestial achievement marks a 31-year journey of astronomical discoveries.
Cosmic curator from Slovakia creates stunning infographics of 1,600 exoplanets
Martin Vargic, a Slovakian space enthusiast, author, and graphic artist, has crafted two infographic posters featuring nearly 1,600 exoplanets.
Mystery behind the hellish surface of Jupiter's moon Io revealed
NASA's Juno probe has revealed that Jupiter's moon Io, the most volcanically active celestial body in our Solar System, is fully covered in lava lakes.
NASA's Juno probe discovers lava lakes on Jupiter's moon Io
NASA's Juno mission, initially aimed at studying Jupiter, has uncovered "fire-breathing" lava lakes on the planet's moon Io.
Jupiter's unexplained nighttime glow sparks dark matter theory
Scientists have long been intrigued by the enigmatic nature of dark matter, a substance believed to constitute approximately 70 to 80% of all mass in the universe.
Rare 'Planet Parade' on June 3: How to watch
Skywatchers are set for a celestial treat in 2024 with a series of cosmic events.
Oxygen levels on Jupiter's moon Europa lower than expected
Scientists have discovered that Jupiter's moon Europa has less oxygen on its icy surface than previously believed, which could affect the possibility of life in its hidden ocean.
Exciting space missions to look out for in 2024
This year saw several remarkable space missions.
December's Cold Moon: All about 2023's last full moon
The final full moon of 2023, dubbed the Cold Moon, will light up the night sky on December 26. The Moon will appear full on Christmas, adding a celestial touch to holiday festivities.
November 2023 skywatching guide: Celestial events to look out for
This November, the night sky offers a variety of celestial events for stargazers to enjoy, ranging from meteor showers to breathtaking views of Jupiter and the Beaver Moon.