As we move deeper into July, the space world is brimming with activity — from the latest updates on NASA’s Mars missions to dazzling night sky events, and some critical launches planned by ISRO and SpaceX. Here’s everything you need to know to stay up to date with our ever-evolving universe. 🌕 What’s Happening in…
Here’s a detailed look at the latest developments in space exploration—from spacecraft and rockets to planets, asteroids, and skywatching events. 1. Twisting Plasma Prominence Erupts from the Sun Late yesterday, NASA’s GOES satellite captured breathtaking footage of a solar prominence – a loop of superheated plasma gracefully twisting away from the Sun’s southern pole. These…
1. Axiom‑4 Crew (Including India’s Shubhanshu Shukla) Returns to Earth After an 18-day mission aboard the ISS, Axiom‑4 crew member Shubhanshu “Shux” Shukla is preparing to splash down near California around 3 PM IST today, July 15. The mission marked a significant milestone for India in commercial space collaboration, drawing widespread attention and national pride economictimes.indiatimes.com+3nasa.gov+3Indiatimes+3….
Cape Canaveral, Florida — In a groundbreaking achievement, NASA’s space mission has delivered the most detailed close-up images yet of the Donaldjohanson asteroid, a near-Earth object that has sparked major scientific interest due to its unusual shape, rocky terrain, and unique orbit. These new high-resolution images give scientists an unprecedented opportunity to observe the asteroid’s…
As space exploration continues to advance in 2025, new milestones and discoveries are making headlines across the globe. From commercial astronaut missions to new interstellar objects, here’s a round-up of the most significant updates from NASA, SpaceX, and the global space science community. 1. Axiom-4 Crew Set to Return on July 14 NASA has confirmed…
Looking for the most spectacular astronomical events in July 2025? You’re in for a cosmic treat. This month offers everything from meteor showers and rare planet parades to breathtaking moon-planet alignments. Stargazing becomes even more magical in July, thanks to warm nights and dark skies. Whether you’re a casual observer or a seasoned skywatcher, these…
Ever wondered how people in ancient times crossed oceans or deserts without maps or compasses? The answer lies above — in the stars, Sun, Moon, and planets. In this post, you’ll learn how to stargaze, find direction, and understand the sky like our ancestors. Step 1: Understand the Cardinal Directions Let’s start with East, West,…
1. June 10–11: Strawberry Moon The “Strawberry Moon” rises low on the horizon, appearing unusually large and tinted orange-red due to atmospheric scattering. Best viewed just after moonrise near midnight.Source: NASA, Space.com 2. June 16–17: Mars–Regulus Conjunction Mars and Regulus (the brightest star in Leo) will appear only about 0.5° apart—close enough to see together…
🌠 Mars and Regulus: A Celestial Encounter You Won’t Want to Miss! On June 16–17, 2025, get ready for a breathtaking cosmic display — Mars will pass strikingly close to Regulus, the brightest star in the constellation Leo. This rare alignment creates a dazzling contrast in the night sky: the fiery red glow of Mars…
Spotted two bright dots shining side by side? It could be planets! Use the free Sky Tonight app to check when to spot them in your city. Also, learn when the next planetary pairing will be visible in the sky by reading this article. What is planetary conjunction? In simple words, a planetary conjunction occurs…
