HUMAN SPACE FLIGHT ACTIVITIES
HC trashes appeal to debar PM Modi from Lok Sabha, asks petitioner "are you well?"
The division bench directed the Station House Officer (SHO) of the police station concerned, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and the District Judge to keep a watch on him in view of the provisions of the Medical Health Act.
Now, any Indian citizen can register for a chance to fly to Space
Any Indian citizen can enroll in the programme by paying a fee of $2.50 (Rs 207.5) to cover the costs of verification checks aimed at ensuring safe and fair voting. Joshua Skurla, cofounder, Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) told ET they are excited to have India as part of its human spaceflight programme.
Boeing flight hits turbulence flying over the Atlantic Ocean; over 30 injured
A Boeing flight which was being operated by Air Europa ran into air turbulence due to which more than 30 people have been injured. This is yet another incident in this year due to which air passengers are being impacted due to turbulence.
Football-sized asteroid comes close to earth, raises collision concerns. Can asteroids be deflected?
A football-stadium-sized asteroid passed close to Earth and the moon, the second such event in three days. Asteroids are rocky remnants from the early solar system, sometimes posing collision risks.
Now you can apply to be an astronaut for just Rs 200, SERA invites application; Here's how to register and other details
The Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) has partnered with Blue Origin to offer Indian citizens a chance to experience space travel. The collaboration will enable six individuals from countries with limited space presence, including India, to join a future New Shepard mission. The program aims to democratize space access through public voting, with minimal physical requirements. Selected astronauts will undergo a three-day training at Blue Origin's Texas launch site. This initiative underscores India's growing role in space exploration.
Japan launches an advanced Earth observation satellite on its new flagship H3 rocket
Japan deployed an upgraded Earth observation satellite for disaster response and security after it was launched on a new flagship H3 rocket Monday. The H3 No. 3 rocket lifted off from the Tanegashima Space Centre on a southwestern Japanese island and released its payload about 16 minutes later as planned, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, said during a livestream.
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How much has Boeing lost in Starliner program as two NASA astronauts are stuck in space?
NASA astronauts are stranded in space due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The mission, originally set for eight days, has been indefinitely extended.
Two giant asteroids are approaching Earth, Here's how to spot the 'Planet Killer' this weekend
This week, astronomers are anticipating the close approach of asteroid 2011 UL21, dubbed the "Planet Killer," as it swings by Earth. Despite its size of approximately 2.5 kilometers in diameter, it will pass at a safe distance of 4.1 million miles—farther than the moon. Recently discovered asteroid 2024 MK, smaller but still considered hazardous, has raised concerns due to its potential impact risks. Astronomers caution that an asteroid of this size could cause significant damage if it were to collide with Earth, underscoring ongoing efforts in planetary defense and monitoring.
James Webb Telescope reveals unseen activity in Jupiter's atmosphere
The James Webb Telescope (JWST) has helped astronomers observe some rather unusual activity in the Jupiter's atmosphere above the infamous 'Great Red Spot'. According to reports, these unusual features may be an after-effect of powerful gravity waves.
'Power rivalry in space': China lunar mission fuels US misinformation
China's Chang'e 6 mission returned with samples from the Moon's far side, sparking misinformation about NASA's Apollo landings. Chinese-language posts falsely claimed the 1969 US moon landing was staged, fueling anti-US sentiment amid the US-China space race. Researchers warn that this misinformation could hinder space diplomacy. The Chinese government has heavily invested in its space program, with plans for a crewed mission by 2030. Meanwhile, the US aims to return astronauts to the Moon by 2026.
Will SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft rescue stranded astronauts if Boeing’s Starliner stays broken? What went wrong?
Astronauts Wilmore and Sunita Williams are stuck in the International Space Station (ISS) because of concerns about helium leaks. NASA and Boeing officials have not yet sought SpaceX's help, but Crew Dragon is still prepared in case it is needed.
SpaceX's mega rocket completes its fourth test flight from Texas without exploding
SpaceX's mega Starship rocket completed its first full test flight from Texas to the Indian Ocean without exploding, marking a milestone for future missions.
Boeing Starliner capsule's first crewed test flight postponed at last minute
Boeing's Starliner space capsule's inaugural crewed test flight faced another delay due to a technical issue, halting the countdown for at least 24 hours. The mission, carrying two astronauts to the ISS, is crucial for Boeing to compete with SpaceX in NASA's spaceflight contracts. The delay, caused by a ground system computer triggering an automatic abort command, marks another setback in Starliner's history of delays and glitches. Boeing is striving to catch up with SpaceX, NASA's primary transport to the ISS, and hopes for a successful mission to secure future contracts.
Bobby Kataria arrested in human trafficking case. A look into past controversies of the social media influencer
Controversial social media influencer Bobby Kataria arrested over human trafficking allegations by Arun Kumar and Manish Tomar from Uttar Pradesh and defrauding them of Rs 4 lakh for fake overseas jobs via Instagram and YouTube ads. This arrest adds to Bobby Kataria's controversial history, which includes being detained in 2022 for smoking on a plane, facing a non-bailable warrant, assault charges, and misconduct with police.
North Korea fires missile barrage toward eastern waters days after failed satellite launch
North Korea allegedly fired a barrage of short-range ballistic missiles towards the eastern sea. The move drew condemnation from South Korea and Japan amidst heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The launches followed a failed attempt to launch a military reconnaissance satellite. North Korea's actions have been met with strong international criticism as they violate U.N. Security Council resolutions. The North vowed to continue developing its space reconnaissance capabilities despite setbacks.
China's 'One Person, One File': Road to digital totalitarianism
The Shanghai authorities have proposed the "One Person, One File" (OPOF) mass surveillance program, which aims to triple the deployment of facial recognition cameras and compile exhaustive personal data files on every resident. This escalation of China's efforts to create ruthless digital censorship is more than just another Benthamite panopticon, it is an attempt to construct an omniscient digital surrogate for every Chinese citizen, encoding each person's relationships, activities, behaviors, and existence into ones and zeroes for the Party's domineering oversight.
North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight
North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite ended in failure on Monday when a newly developed rocket engine exploded in flight. The launch came just hours after Pyongyang issued a warning that it would try to launch a satellite by June 4. The launch became the nuclear-armed North's latest failure, following two other fiery crashes last year. It successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit in November.
This Michelin chef aims to make his patrons dine in space!
Six guests are set to ascend aboard Spaceship Neptune to the stratosphere, where they will enjoy an immersive dining experience served up by Danish Michelin-starred chef Rasmus Munk.
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti proposes development of "QUAD satellite" with India-US partnership
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti proposed developing a QUAD satellite in partnership with India during his visit to ISRO. He met with Chairman S Somanath to discuss space cooperation and advanced technologies.
Boeing Starliner's helium leak adds another delay to debut crew flight
NASA has postponed Boeing's Starliner capsule's first crewed flight to May 25 to address a helium leak in the propulsion system. The launch was originally scheduled for May 25, but the next date is still under discussion. The helium leak was discovered alongside an Atlas booster issue before the spacecraft's launch. Two NASA astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, will ride Starliner as its first crew to the International Space Station.
US's 1st Black astronaut ventures into space!
Dwight, now 90, got to experience a few minutes of weightlessness with five other passengers aboard the Blue Origin capsule as it skimmed space.
"ISRO aims to explore human space flight activities, build space stations": Chairman Somnath
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Sreedhara Panicker Somanath on Sunday attended a programme at a school and said that the space agency aims to explore human space flight activities and build space stations.
America's first Black astronaut candidate finally goes to space 60 years later on Bezos rocket
Ed Dwight was an Air Force pilot when President John F. Kennedy championed him as a candidate for NASA's early astronaut corps. But he wasn't picked for the 1963 class. Dwight, now 90, went through a few minutes of weightlessness with five other passengers aboard the Blue Origin capsule as it skimmed space on a roughly 10-minute flight. He called it "a life changing experience."
Blue Origin flies thrill seekers to space after two year hiatus
Mission NS-25 is the seventh human flight for the enterprise owned and founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, who sees short jaunts on the New Shepard suborbital vehicle as a stepping stone to greater ambitions, including the development of a full-fledged heavy rocket and lunar lander.
Air India Express cancels over 80 flights as cabin crew reports sick
Air India Express faced cancellations due to crew shortage and protests against HR practices. Government intervention sought to resolve issues. Post-merger challenges include salary cuts, allowance removal, and management complaints affecting passengers and crew.
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams space mission aborted due to technical glitch in rocket
The CST-200 Starliner's inaugural voyage carrying astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) has been highly anticipated and much-delayed as Boeing scrambles to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX for a greater share of lucrative NASA business.
Boeing Starliner launch today: How to watch live? Meet the two NASA astronauts onboard
Two NASA astronauts are scheduled to embark on a journey to the International Space Station aboard a new spacecraft. Boeing's Starliner is set to launch from Cape Canaveral in Florida, marking its inaugural crewed test flight.
Today astronauts are from IAF, tomorrow research scientists too would don the role: ISRO chief
ISRO's S Somanath envisions a future where research scientists, physicists, and biology specialists from various fields will become astronauts, driving India's space exploration towards a planned moon landing by 2040.
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