Mars: News
Japan launches spacecraft to bring back soil from Mars' moon
Japan has launched a pioneering mission to collect samples from Phobos, one of Mars' moons.
ISRO successfully tests ignition of new methane-powered rocket engine
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has taken a major leap in the race for advanced rocket technology.
Japan's next mission will bag samples from a Martian moon
Japan is gearing up for a historic space mission, one that will be the first-ever attempt to return samples from Phobos, one of Mars's two potato-shaped moons.
Perseverance overtakes Opportunity to become Mars' longest-driving rover
NASA's Perseverance rover has set a new record for the longest distance traveled by a vehicle on another planet.
Why US, China, and Russia want nuclear reactors on Moon
The US, China, and Russia are all racing to establish a sustained presence on the Moon.
This genetically engineered microbe might help us settle on Mars
A team of scientists from Pioneer Labs, a nonprofit biotech research start-up in Emeryville, California, has developed a genetically engineered microbe that could help humans settle on Mars.
NASA's Crew-12 astronauts return after 8 months in space
NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 mission has successfully returned to Earth after a 237-day stay in space.
Earth and Mars were created in different ways, says study
New research has revealed that although Earth and Mars were formed in the same region of the solar system, their chemistry suggests they were built in different ways.
Mars's polar ice is not as dusty as we thought
A recent study has revealed that the water ice at Mars's north pole is much cleaner than previously thought.
We might use yeast to build shelters on Mars
Building shelters on Mars is a major challenge for future colonizers.
China plans to map whole surface of Mars by 2028
China plans to create a comprehensive geological map of Mars by the end of 2028.
SpaceX's Starship megarocket blasts off to orbit
SpaceX has performed its most crucial Starship launch today.
We finally know how climate changes on Mars
Indian scientists have successfully mapped the temperature variations on Mars, revealing a more complex climate than previously thought.
Did the Moon form in just 5 hours?
A recent study has suggested that Earth's Moon could have formed within five hours of a massive collision between our planet and a Mars-sized protoplanet.
NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon base program
The US has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to join its Moon base program.
India's BHEEM concept might help astronauts live on Moon, Mars
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has unveiled an ambitious habitat concept for future astronauts on the Moon and Mars, called Bharatiya Habitable Expandable Extraterrestrial Habitat (BHEEM).
Trump honors Artemis II crew
The astronauts of Artemis II, who made a historic lunar flyby earlier this year, have been awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.
National Space Day: India celebrates achievements in space exploration
India is celebrating National Space Day on August 23, in honor of the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.
Why Japan wants to explore the moons of Mars
Japan is gearing up for an ambitious space mission, the Martian Moons eXploration (MMX), to explore the moons of Mars.
Mars once had rivers of magma under its crust
Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, once had rivers of magma flowing under its crust, a new study has revealed.
Meteorite that crashed New Jersey home contains extraterrestrial amino acids
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home two years ago has been found to contain rare extraterrestrial amino acids.
NASA's Anil Menon embarks on first ISS mission today
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his maiden journey to the International Space Station (ISS) today.
NASA chief says agency has images of unexplained UFOs
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has revealed that the agency has captured images of unidentified objects, which remain unexplained by scientists.
Crescent moon to pair with Pleiades star cluster this week
In the early hours of July 11, skywatchers will be treated to a celestial spectacle as the waning crescent moon passes by the stunning Pleiades star cluster.
This scientist leading future Mars missions once cleaned space toilets
Claire Parfitt, a British scientist with the European Space Agency (ESA), is leading teams for future Mars missions.
NASA reveals the best skywatching events for July
July 2026 promises a host of astronomical events, as per NASA.
NASA picks former Google CEO's rocket company for Mars mission
NASA has selected Relativity Space, a rocket company owned by former Google executive chair Eric Schmidt, to launch a scientific mission to Mars.
Who's Anil Menon, NASA astronaut set for 240-day ISS mission?
Anil Menon, a NASA astronaut of Indian origin, is set to embark on his first-ever space mission on July 14, 2026.
SpaceX raises record $75B in world's biggest IPO
SpaceX, Elon Musk's space and AI conglomerate, has officially priced its shares at $135 each.
NASA announces crew for historic Artemis III Moon mission
NASA has officially announced the crew for its next major Moon mission, Artemis III.
NASA to reveal crew of Artemis III on June 9
NASA will announce the crew for its highly-anticipated Artemis III mission on June 9.
NASA unveils ambitious plan for permanent Moon base
NASA has announced plans for a permanent human settlement on the Moon, called the Moon Base.
Tri-planet alignment with Moon on May 14: How to watch
Skywatchers are in for a treat as three planets (Saturn, Neptune, and Mars) will align with the Moon on May 14.
3 planets to dazzle May sky: When, how to watch
This month, three planets: Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury, will put on a spectacular show in the evening sky.
China plans Mars sample return mission by 2031
China has reiterated its ambitious plan to bring back samples from Mars.
NASA rover finds origin-of-life molecules on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting a wide range of organic molecules on Mars.
Rare four-planet parade visible in India this weekend
Skywatchers are in for a rare celestial treat as four planets—Mercury, Mars, Saturn and Neptune—will align in the pre-dawn sky.
4-planet alignment in the sky this week: How to watch
This week, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune, will come together in a planetary alignment.
Moon-bound but cramped: What life's really like inside Orion spacecraft
NASA's Orion spacecraft, the centerpiece of its Artemis missions, is designed to take humans farther into space than any crewed capsule in decades.
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Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur, has often credited science fiction for inspiring his ambitious goals.
NASA rover finds 4B year old river delta on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered the remains of an ancient river delta buried deep beneath the surface of Mars.
Want to live on Mars? Try this fun AI simulation
The idea of an AI-powered app to simulate Mars colonization turns the overwhelming prospect of colonizing the Red Planet into a fun game.
Musk believes building lunar city is easier than Mars colonization
SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, is changing its priorities.
6 planets aligning this month: How to watch the spectacle
A rare celestial event is set to take place on February 28, 2026, when six planets will align in a "planet parade."
Why NASA's Artemis 2 crew don't want to be remembered
NASA's Artemis 2 mission is set to make history by sending four astronauts on a crewed journey around the Moon.
Meet Vandi Verma, Indian scientist leading NASA's AI-powered Mars exploration
In a landmark achievement for space exploration, NASA has successfully executed its first-ever AI-driven exploration of Mars. The historic mission was led by an Indian-origin scientist, Vandana 'Vandi' Verma.
Sonic booms may help track falling space junk
As space exploration continues to expand, so does the problem of space debris.
Design a Mars meal for astronauts, win $750,000 from NASA
NASA has launched a global competition to tackle one of the biggest hurdles in human space exploration: feeding astronauts on Mars.
SpaceX IPO: Why world's leading space company is going public
SpaceX is gearing up for a major initial public offering (IPO) next year, The Wall Street Journal reported.
NASA loses contact with spacecraft studying Martian atmosphere
NASA has lost contact with its Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN (MAVEN) spacecraft, a vital probe studying the Martian atmosphere.
NASA rover captures lightning on Mars for first time
NASA's Perseverance rover has made a groundbreaking discovery by capturing lightning on Mars for the first time.
Four analog astronauts begin year-long Mars simulation mission on Earth
NASA has launched a year-long simulated Mars mission, with four analog astronauts entering the Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) habitat at Johnson Space Center.
SpaceX's upgraded Starship rocket explodes during testing
SpaceX's latest version of its Starship rocket booster, dubbed "Starship V3," suffered an explosion during testing in South Texas.
NASA's Perseverance rover finds alien rock on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has made an intriguing discovery on the surface of Mars, finding a rock that may have originated from deep space.
This Indian AI studio is making a Mars travel series
Mumbai-based Studio Blo has joined hands with America's Disruptor Studios for the nonfiction series Alyssa Carson: Ready for Liftoff. This marks the first US co-production by the Indian AI film studio, reported Variety.
Blue Origin successfully launches NASA satellites that will study Mars
Jeff Bezos's space company, Blue Origin, has successfully launched its New Glenn rocket from Florida.
Why Blue Origin postponed launch of NASA's Mars mission again
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch has been delayed due to extreme solar storms. It was carrying NASA's twin ESCAPADE orbiters to Mars.
Why Blue Origin postponed launch of NASA's ESCAPADE Mars mission
Jeff Bezos's space company, Blue Origin, has postponed the launch of NASA's ESCAPADE Mars mission.
Mongolia's Mars Camp will let you experience life like astronauts
A 'Mars camp' is being developed in Mongolia's Gobi Desert. The MARS-V Project aims to give tourists an authentic taste of life on the red planet.
NASA study suggests Mars ice holds secrets of past life
A recent NASA-backed study has suggested that traces of ancient microbial life could be preserved in the ice on Mars.
'The Martian': The sci-fi movie that got the Science right
The Martian, a film based on Andy Weir's novel, is famous for its accurate portrayal of science and space exploration.
NASA selects 10 new astronauts for Moon and Mars missions
NASA has announced the induction of 10 new astronauts into its elite corps.
NASA has found strongest sign of ancient life on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered strange "leopard-spot" rocks on Mars, sparking speculation about the possibility of ancient life on the Red Planet.