The first solar eclipse of 2026 will take place on February 17 and will be an annular solar eclipse, a rare and visually striking celestial phenomenon often referred to as the “Ring of Fire” eclipse. While skywatchers around the world are eager for astronomical events, this particular eclipse will not…
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Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS at Opposition: Live View on Jan 22
A rare visitor from beyond our solar system, interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, will reach opposition on January 22, 2026, offering astronomers and skywatchers a special opportunity to observe the object under favourable conditions. The Virtual Telescope Project 2.0 has announced a live online observing session to showcase the event to a…
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Artemis II Set for Launch in Moon Mission Milestone
NASA’s Artemis II Reaches Launch Pad Ahead of Historic Moon Mission NASA has taken a decisive step toward returning humans to the Moon as the Artemis II spacecraft reached its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The milestone brings the United States closer to conducting its first…
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ESA Launches Mission to Remove Dead Satellites
Earth’s orbit is increasingly crowded with thousands of inactive satellites and space debris, posing serious risks to operational spacecraft, satellites, and the International Space Station. Collisions can create even more debris, triggering a dangerous chain reaction known as the Kessler Syndrome. Current Space Debris Situation There are currently approximately 12,000…
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MyGov Space Day Quiz 2025 Winners Visit ISRO Sriharikota
The top 100 winners of MyGov’s National Space Day Quiz 2025 were given an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the Indian Space Research Organisation’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre Sriharikota Range (SDSC-SHAR), experiencing first-hand India’s launch operations, mission control and the infrastructure that supports the country’s growing space ambitions. From online quiz…