NASA: News
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration commonly abbreviated as NASA is the American government’s national civil space program that has earned a name for itself in space exploration. NASA is spread across 20 centers across the United States. It employs approximately 18,000 civil servants and claims to have created over 312,000 jobs across the US, generating over $64.3 billion in economic output in 2019. It also works with several contractors, academicians, and international partners. The agency operates with an annual budget of $23.2 billion (as of FY2021). NASA was established in 1958 with a distinctly civilian orientation encouraging the peaceful application of space science. Over the years, NASA has pioneered several human spaceflight programs including the X-15 program from 1954 to 1968, Project Apollo from 1960 to 1972, Skylab from 1965 to 1979, and Apollo-Soyuz from 1972 to 1975. NASA is also credited with putting the international space station into orbit, launching the commercial crew program that has helped the likes of SpaceX, and the Artemis program designed around the colonization of the moon. As of September 2021, NASA is led by Administrator Bill Nelson.
Bus-sized asteroid 2025 MN88 to fly past Earth today
A massive asteroid, dubbed 2025 MN88, is set to fly by Earth today.
This may be why there's no life on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has uncovered a key element in the mystery of Mars's uninhabitable nature.
Quasi-periodic oscillations detected in binary star system: What are they?
Astronomers from the University of Turku, Finland, have detected quasi-periodic oscillations (QPOs) in an X-ray binary system called XTE J0111.2-7317 or SXP31.0.
NASA's Curiosity rover makes a surprise discovery on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has made a groundbreaking discovery on Mars, uncovering pure elemental sulfur for the first time.
Deep-space stellar navigation successfully done for the 1st time
NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has made history by successfully demonstrating deep-space stellar navigation.
Watch: James Webb telescope snaps collision between two galaxy clusters
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured an image of the Bullet Cluster, a massive collision between two galaxy clusters.
120‑foot asteroid to make close Earth flyby tomorrow
NASA has flagged a close encounter with an asteroid named 2025 MV89.
Third-ever interstellar object spotted zooming through our solar system
In a rare astronomical event, astronomers have confirmed the passage of an interstellar object through our solar system.
Watch: Astronomers find new super-Earth 154 light-years away
An international team of astronomers has found a new super-Earth exoplanet, TOI-1846 b, using NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS).
NASA reveals how space travel affects the human body
NASA has been studying the effects of space travel on the human body for over 50 years.
Meet Anil Menon, Indian-origin astronaut traveling to space in 2026
NASA has announced that Anil Menon, an Indian-origin astronaut, will embark on his first mission to the International Space Station (ISS) in June 2026.
US adds $10B to NASA's Moon plan opposed by Musk
The US Senate has approved President Donald Trump's budget reconciliation bill, allocating an additional $10 billion to NASA's Artemis Moon program.
Shubhanshu Shukla conducts experiments on muscle health, digestion in space
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who is currently on the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), has conducted a series of scientific experiments.
NASA partners with Netflix to bring cosmos to your couch
In a new collaboration, NASA has announced that it will be bringing its live content to Netflix.
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: Andromeda galaxy snapped by NASA's Chandra space telescope
NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory has captured an unparalleled image of the Andromeda galaxy, our Milky Way's closest neighbor.
Urban air pollution worse for lungs than moon dust: Study
A recent study has found that urban air pollution is more harmful to human lungs than moon dust.
Shubhanshu Shukla makes history as first Indian to reach ISS
The Axiom-4 mission, which was launched Wednesday on a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, has successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS).
Microbes could turn Mars dust into buildings: Here's how
The dream of living on Mars is no longer just a sci-fi fantasy. Successful landings on the Red Planet over the past few years have made this idea more realistic than ever.
'Sleeping a lot, learning like a baby,'—Shubhanshu Shukla from space
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force pilot-turned-astronaut, has shared his first personal message from space.
NASA's Webb telescope discovers an alien planet for first time
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made a groundbreaking discovery by capturing its first direct image of an exoplanet, TWA 7 b.
Shubhanshu Shukla to dock at ISS today—When, how to watch
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, serving as the pilot for the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), is poised to make history today as the first Indian to dock with the International Space Station (ISS).
How much will Shubhanshu Shukla be paid for space trip?
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla has become the second Indian to go to space. He is also the first Indian to go on an International Space Station (ISS) mission.
Shubhanshu Shukla picked this SRK song for ISS launch day
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, pilot of Axiom‑4 and India's second-ever astronaut, shared a launch-day playlist ahead of his historic liftoff to the International Space Station (ISS).
'What a ride!': Shubhanshu Shukla's first message from space
Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the pilot of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), has shared his first message from space.
Shubhanshu Shukla ends India's 41-year wait, lifts off to ISS
Shubhanshu Shukla, an IAF Group Captain, lifted off into space today aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft as part of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4).
Gajar halwa, plush toy—What Shubhanshu Shukla is carrying to ISS
Indian Air Force pilot Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to embark on a historic journey to the International Space Station (ISS).
Shubhanshu Shukla heads to ISS today—When and how to watch
Shubhanshu Shukla, a 39-year-old IAF pilot from Lucknow, will soon become the second Indian to enter space and first to visit the ISS.
Meet 23-year-old Jahnavi Dangeti, selected for 2029 space mission
Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old from Palakollu in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, has been selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) for a US-based space mission.
Shubanshu Shukla's ISS mission now set for June 25 launch
NASA has announced that Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is likely to fly to space on June 25.
Axiom-4 mission astronauts to test diabetes treatment in space
The upcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) could significantly impact diabetes treatment.
Shubhanshu Shukla's ISS mission postponed for sixth time: Know reason
NASA has postponed the launch of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) for the sixth time.
Shubhanshu Shukla's ISS mission set for June 22: Check launch timings
The Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission, which will take Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station (ISS), is all set for a June 22 launch.
Shubhanshu Shukla's ISS mission delayed again: Check new launch date
The Axiom-4 mission, which has India's Shubhanshu Shukla as one of its crew members, has been delayed yet again. The launch is now scheduled for June 22.
NASA-ISRO's Earth-monitoring satellite to be launched on June 18
NASA and ISRO are set to launch their first joint satellite mission, NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar), in a few days.
This NASA probe will reveal the insides of alien worlds
NASA is developing a revolutionary probe called the Gravity Imaging Radio Observer (GIRO) to explore a variety of celestial bodies.
Axiom-4 mission carrying astronaut Shubanshu Shukla set for June 19
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has confirmed the launch date for the Axiom-4 mission, carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla.
Musk warns ISS is aging, suggests de-orbiting within 2 years
Elon Musk has raised alarms over the long-term safety of the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA probes 'mysterious clouds' that may block radio, GPS signals
NASA is set to launch rockets from a remote Pacific island, as part of its mission called Sporadic-E ElectroDynamics (SEED).
Why astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is taking a swan to space
In a historic moment for India, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian astronaut to reach the International Space Station (ISS).
Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission delayed due to leak on ISS
The launch of the Axiom-4 space mission, which is to be piloted by Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, has been indefinitely postponed.
250-foot asteroid is zooming past Earth today—Should you worry?
A massive asteroid, dubbed 2015 XR1, is racing toward Earth today at a staggering speed of around 45,500km/h.
NASA offers workers early retirement as budget cuts threaten jobs
In light of proposed budget cuts, NASA has launched a new voluntary staff reduction program.
Asteroid that threatened Earth may collide with Moon in 2032
Asteroid 2024 YR4, a space rock that once posed a major threat to Earth, is now on scientists' radar for potentially colliding with the Moon in 2032.
Shubhanshu Shukla's mission to ISS delayed again: Here's why
The highly anticipated Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has been postponed due to a technical snag.
India paid ₹600cr for Shubhanshu Shukla's upcoming ISS mission
India has made a significant stride in space exploration by securing a seat for Indian pilot and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on the Axiom-4 mission.
Shubhanshu Shukla's ISS mission postponed: Check new launch date
The launch of the Axiom-4 mission, which will take Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station (ISS), has been delayed.
Meet Peggy Whitson, veteran astronaut leading Axiom-4 mission to space
Peggy Whitson, a 65-year-old American astronaut and commander of Axiom-4 mission, is all set to embark on her next space journey.
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is carrying halwa, aam ras to space
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to launch into space tomorrow.
Shubhanshu Shukla to fly to ISS tomorrow in historic mission
In a major milestone for India's space exploration efforts, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to become the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS).
Why NASA, Pentagon are now searching for alternatives to SpaceX
In the wake of a public spat between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, NASA and the Pentagon are looking for alternative spaceflight providers.
Watch: NASA snaps Martian volcano peeking through morning clouds
NASA's Mars Odyssey spacecraft has captured an incredible image of one of the Red Planet's largest volcanoes, Arsia Mons.
Trump lifts longstanding ban on supersonic flights over US
President Donald Trump has initiated the process to lift the 52-year-old ban on supersonic flights over the continental US.
Trump hints at review of Musk's government contracts
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible review of government contracts held by Elon Musk's companies.
Musk says Trump's tariffs could trigger US recession by 2025-end
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has warned that the aggressive tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump could lead to a recession in the country by late 2025.
Could Musk-Trump feud affect Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission?
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, briefly announced plans to decommission the Dragon spacecraft.
Musk reverses decision to retire SpaceX Dragon amid Trump dispute
Elon Musk has announced that SpaceX will continue operating its Dragon spacecraft, reversing a statement made just hours earlier amid his escalating conflict with US President Donald Trump.
NASA reveals when India's Shubhanshu Shukla will reach ISS
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will soon embark on a historic mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA tracks 1,400-foot asteroid in close Earth flyby tomorrow
A gigantic asteroid, bigger than San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, is set to fly by Earth on June 5, as per NASA.
From Mars to Milky Way—NASA's tips for skywatching in June
NASA has released its monthly guide, highlighting key celestial events for June. This month promises a spectacular view of planets and the Milky Way galaxy.
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to grow moong, methi in space
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is gearing up for a historic mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on June 8.
Massive solar storm hitting Earth today: Should you be worried?
A powerful coronal mass ejection (CME) is on its way to Earth, with both NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) models predicting an impact today.
Private astronaut Jared Isaacman will not be next NASA chief
US President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of billionaire tech entrepreneur and private astronaut Jared Isaacman to lead the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
This is why Venus has pancake-like volcanoes on its surface
A team of scientists from Georgia Institute of Technology, Universite de Lyon, and Arizona State University has proposed a plausible explanation for the formation of flat pancake-like volcanoes on Venus.
This is the earliest, most distant galaxy ever seen
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting the earliest and most distant galaxy ever observed.
Breakthrough study uncovers secrets of elusive intermediate-mass black holes
Astronomers have made a major breakthrough in understanding the elusive intermediate-mass black holes (IMBHs), often referred to as the "missing links" in black hole evolution.
Sunita Williams back to work after long space mission, rehab
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore are back at work after a lengthy stay in space and weeks of physical therapy.
Solar storms are killing SpaceX's Starlink satellites, says NASA
A recent NASA-led study has revealed that solar storms are shortening the lives of satellites in Earth's orbit, especially SpaceX's Starlink satellites.
Ahead of space trip, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla enters quarantine
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has been quarantined ahead of the forthcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
1,100-foot asteroid approaches Earth tomorrow—Here's how close it'll get
NASA has highlighted a gigantic asteroid, named '387746 (2003 MH4),' which is scheduled to fly by Earth this weekend.