Solar System

German scientists analysing Cassini data find complex organic molecules in Enceladus' plumes, raising hopes that its hidden ocean could support life beyond Earth

Astronomers and space agencies continue to track the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS streaking through solar system at blistering speeds

Astronomers believe fast-moving object A11pI3Z could be only the third known interstellar visitor, after 'Oumuamua and Borisov - citizen scientists helped confirm its bizarre trajectory

NASA and NOAA issue global alerts after the year's most powerful solar flare triggers radio blackouts; satellite and power grid disruptions may follow as solar activity intensifies

Hints of molecules known to be produced by marine organisms have been detected on an exoplanet, providing "the strongest evidence yet" of life outside the Solar System, researchers have said.

The development of the engine is expected to make interplanetary trips much faster and expand humanity's access to worlds beyond the Solar System

The partnership underscores the push for clean energy solutions in India, which aims to achieve 500 GW of installed electric capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030

Tata Power on Friday said its arm Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL), has joined hands with Canara Bank to promote the adoption of rooftop solar systems under the PM Surya Ghar Scheme. This collaboration aims to simplify access to solar energy solutions for households by providing attractive financing options, empowering citizens to transition to a more sustainable energy future, a Tata Power statement said. As part of the initiative, households can benefit from tailored financing options under the PM Surya Ghar Scheme, designed to make rooftop solar installations more accessible and affordable. "Our partnership with Canara Bank marks a significant step in accelerating the adoption of rooftop solar systems nationwide," Deepesh Nanda, CEO & Managing Director, TPREL said. For systems with a capacity of up to 3 kW, the scheme offers loans of up to Rs 2 lakh with a 10 per cent margin money requirement, collateral-free financing, a competitive interest rate of 7 per cent per ...

Four celestial events are anticipated in 2025 i.e, 2 solar eclipses and 2 lunar eclipses. While they will mostly be invisible in India, a stunning lunar eclipse in Sept 2025 will be witnessed by India

On November 26, roughly 100-meter-wide asteroid 2006 WB will safely fly by Earth at a distance of 2.3 lunar miles. A tiny asteroid called 2024 PT5 recently made a brief "mini moon" orbit around Earth

The second solar eclipse is scheduled on October 2, 2024, which is also Sarva Pitru Amavasya (New Moon day of ancestors), 15 days after the lunar eclipse. It will be an annular solar eclipse

Asteroid 2024 OR1 is part of the Apollo asteroids, which have been making their closest approach to Earth recently

On June 27, a mountain-sized space rock "Planet Killer" made a close approach to Earth. One of the largest potentially hazardous asteroids had a diameter of 2.5 kilometres, according to estimates

The last time a storm this strong struck Earth was in October 2003, which caused power outages in Sweden and damaged transformers in South Africa

Tata Power Solar Systems on Tuesday announced its partnership with state-owned Indian Bank to promote the adoption of solar rooftop among residential consumers. The collaboration aims to facilitate financing solutions under the popular Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana scheme for installations up to 3 KW, as well as extend support for installations ranging from 3 to 10 KW under the regular scheme, a statement said. Under the framework of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana initiative, residential consumers can avail of loans up to Rs 2 lakh at an annual interest rate of 7 per cent, in compliance with government regulations. With a nominal margin money requirement of 10 per cent and collateral-free financing, homeowners can embark on their solar journey with ease. Furthermore, the tenure for repayment extends up to 10 years, offering flexibility and convenience. For installations exceeding 3 KW up to 10 KW, TPSSL and Indian Bank present a tailored financing solution that .

The total solar eclipse of 2024 was the notable celestial event since it won't be visible across the contiguous US again until August 2044. Videos by NASA displays the moon's shadow above earth

The complete solar eclipse is planned for today i.e. April 8 but will be unseen for enthusiasts in India. However, the occasion will excite space enthusiasts across numerous nations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said more than one crore households have already registered under the rooftop solar scheme 'PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana', and lauded it as "outstanding news". "Registrations have been pouring in from all parts of the nation. Assam, Bihar, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh have seen over 5 lakh regulations," he said in a post on 'X'. The prime minister also asked those who have not yet registered to do so at the earliest, noting that the initiative promises substantial reductions in electricity expenses for households along with ensuring energy production. "It's poised to encourage Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) on a grand scale, contributing to a better planet," he said. The Union Cabinet, chaired by the prime minister, last month approved the scheme with a total outlay of Rs 75,021 crore for installing rooftop solar panels and providing free electricity up to 300 units every month for one crore households.

With the Vera Rubin Observatory due to start operating in mid-2024, the hope is that the mystery around the planet will be solved

January 8 is observed every year as Earth's Rotation Day. Today, the world celebrates the anniversary of French physicist Leon Foucault's 1851 proof that the Earth rotates on its axis