SOLAR OBSERVATORY
India has been very successful in space sector in last 20 yrs: Former NASA astronaut
NAS Over Mars and landing on the moon. He expressed excitement for India's upcoming manned space mission, with two astronauts set to be trained by NASA. Additionally, India is developing its own space station, the Bharatiya Antariksha Station, expected to be operational by 2035.
Our planet is about to reach its greatest distance from the sun
Learn about Earth's upcoming aphelion, where it reaches its greatest distance from the sun. Explore the impact of elliptical orbits and gravity on planetary movement. Understand how Earth's tilt and orbit shape our seasons. Discover the potential consequences of a more eccentric orbit on Earth's climate.
ISRO's Aditya-L1 completes first halo orbit around Sun-Earth L1 point in 178 days
India's first solar mission, Aditya-L1, completed its first halo orbit around the Sun-Earth L1 point, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced. Launched on September 2 last year, the Aditya-L1 spacecraft was inserted into its targeted halo orbit on January 6. It takes 178 days to complete a revolution around the L1 point. Station-keeping manoeuvres on February 22, June 7, and July 2 have maintained its orbit, with the latest manoeuvre ensuring it continues into the second halo orbit path. The mission's complex dynamics and trajectory planning have validated ISRO's in-house flight dynamics software.
Did Sun's UV radiation cause Neptune clouds to vanish? Will it affect Earth? Know in details
The Hubble Space Telescope observed a significant reduction in Neptune's cloud cover. Researchers discovered that solar UV radiation influences cloud formation on Neptune, highlighting the need for further study.
What will happen when Sun's magnetic field flips? How will it affect Earth? Will it be dangerous? This is what NASA has said
National Aeronautics and Space Administration or NASA has said in an article published on its official website that measurements from NASA-supported observatories suggest that the sun’s vast magnetic field is about to flip. What does it mean?
NASA warns of powerful solar storm and blackouts. When it is likely to hit earth
A significant solar flare has been released by the Sun, peaking at X1.4, according to NASA Solar flares are intense bursts of radiation but cannot harm humans directly, impacting GPS and communication signals. The associated coronal mass ejection from Region 3697 is expected to enhance Earth’s magnetic field, leading to potential geomagnetic storms.
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NASA tracks 160-foot asteroid approaching Earth at 37,070 km/h
NASA has alerted the public about an asteroid, 2024 JY1, approaching Earth. Although large and fast, it poses no threat due to its distant trajectory. Part of the Apollo asteroids, 2024 JY1 provides a valuable opportunity for scientific study and public engagement. NASA's ongoing monitoring efforts ensure our safety and expand our knowledge of space, with future prospects for asteroid mining.
NASA's new finding: 126 rare exoplanets, some capable of supporting life. Pics here
A new catalog featuring 126 exoplanets discovered through NASA's TESS and the Keck Observatory has been released, revealing diverse planet types beyond our solar system.
Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis forecast: When will it occur again?
The present solar cycle is ideal for the formation of Auroras. The present solar cycle which began in 2019 will end in 2030. The solar activity will peak in 2025 and 2026.
Biggest solar flare in 10 years hits Earth, more to come. Know about geomagnetic storms that disturb our planet
The X8.7 solar flare was seen blasting out of the active sunspot region of the Sun responsible for the recent solar weather. It also caused the dazzling display of Northern Lights that stretched across the nation on Friday night.
Sun shoots out biggest solar flare in almost 2 decades
Florida witnessed its strongest sun flare in almost 20 years, part of the 11-year solar cycle peak. The X8.7-rated flare, captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, followed severe solar storms. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration played a crucial role in monitoring the event. Bryan Brasher at NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center in Boulder, Colorado highlighted the flare's intensity.
Huge Solar storm brings Northern Lights in the US and UK: When and where to watch
This weekend, a captivating celestial event awaits as a rare and powerful solar storm is set to grace both the United States and the United Kingdom with the dazzling Northern Lights.
NASA’s new simulation video unravels mysteries linked to blackhole. See what is it?
NASA releases a new simulation video enabling its viewers to experience what it feels to get close to a blackhole and beyond. The users can either be at the center of the video and actually experience traveling close to a blackhole or simply watch it as an enlightening video.
Solar Eclipse 2024: Will ISRO's Aditya-L1 be able to shed light on Sun's secrets?
India's Aditya L1 satellite, dedicated to studying the Sun, will miss the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, as it is positioned to provide uninterrupted views of the Sun. In contrast, NASA is gearing up for the rare celestial event, flying special research planes and organizing various activities across the USA to witness the spectacle safely. The eclipse will darken skies as it passes over North America, with the path of totality tracking across several cities.
Surya Grahan Sutak Time: When and where to watch NASA's total solar eclipse live stream on YouTube
An upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will darken the skies over North America, offering a rare spectacle for skywatchers. The event, known as totality, will be visible from a 185-kilometer stretch spanning Mexico, the US, and Canada, but not from India. Observers are advised to wear protective eyewear and follow safety guidelines to view the eclipse safely.
'Cannibal', 'zombie' star spotted. Know in detail about the startling discovery in space science
What is a 'cannibal' star and why it is called so? The scientists at the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) in Chile have answered to these questions. Know in detail.
Confident of Aditya L1’s insertion in halo orbit around L1: Nigar Shaji
Aditya was launched from the Sriharikota spaceport on September 2 and the spacecraft has traversed a distance of 1.5 million km from Earth. The final manoeuvre will involve firing a group of thrusters for a short period of time till 4 pm on Saturday. Aditya L1 has 12 thrusters.
Aditya L1, India's first space-based solar observatory, reaches destination
Aditya L1, India's first space-based solar observatory has successfully reached an orbit around its intended destination: the Sun-Earth Lagrangian Point L1, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on microblogging platform X at 4:11 pm.
Aditya-L1, ISRO'S first solar spacecraft enters Sun's final orbit
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a major milestone as they successfully completed the last manoeuvre to position the Aditya-L1 spacecraft into its designated orbit. Aditya-L1 is India's first space-based observatory dedicated to studying the Sun. The spacecraft has now reached its final destination, a distance of approximately 1.5 million kilometres from the Earth.
Biggest solar flare in years temporarily disrupts radio signals on Earth
Multiple pilots reported communication disruptions, with the impact felt across the country, said the government's Space Weather Prediction Centre.
Aditya L1 escapes Earth's sphere of influence: ISRO
The Aditya-L1 Mission spacecraft has travelled beyond a distance of 9.2 lakh kilometres from Earth, successfully escaping the sphere of Earth's influence, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said on Saturday.
Rare Northern Lights phenomenon likely to visible in US skies today. Here is how you can watch
Meteorologists are predicting that the northern lights may be visible in several U.S. states, including Colorado and Missouri, due to a geomagnetic storm caused by a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the sun. The CME is expected to reach Earth on September 19, with the storm being at its strongest between 06:00 and 09:00 UTC. People are advised to find a location away from city lights and with a clear view to the north to have the best chance of witnessing this natural phenomenon.
Aditya L1 successfully undergoes fourth earth-bound manoeuvre: ISRO
India's Aditya L1 spacecraft, the country's first space-based mission to study the Sun, has successfully completed its fourth earth-bound manoeuvre, according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The spacecraft is currently in a 16-day journey around the Earth, gaining the necessary velocity for its further journey to the L1 Lagrange point. Once it reaches its destination, Aditya-L1 will continuously observe the Sun without any occultation or eclipses, providing real-time information on solar activities and their effect on space weather.
Home to Sun observatory, Udaipur behind 1 of 7 Aditya L-1 payloads
Scientists from Udaipur, a popular travel and wedding destination, have contributed to the solar mission Aditya L-1 by developing one of its payloads. The payload, called Aditya Solar Wind Particle Experiment (ASPEX), will allow scientists to study the activities of the Sun for 24 hours. Currently, only 10 hours are available for research.
Aditya-L1: India may be the fourth to take a trip to L1 Halo orbit
Aditya’s estimated journey time from launch date to its designated orbit is four months, according to the scientists who said the mission’s objective is not to be a space weather-alert instrument.
ISRO gearing up for mission to study Sun, satellite arrives at Sriharikota for launch
Aditya-L1, the first space-based Indian observatory to study the Sun, is getting ready for its launch soon, ISRO said on Monday. The satellite, realised at U R Rao Satellite Centre here, has arrived at the ISRO's spaceport in Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh, the Bengaluru-headquartered national space agency said in an update on the mission.
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