AstroSat Reveals Malin 1 Galaxy Cannibalising Dwarf Galaxies
IUCAA research using AstroSat's UVIT discovers young star clusters in Malin 1, indicating it's consuming smaller dwarf galaxies through cosmic cannibalism.
Category : Innovations
Gru Space Plans First Lunar Hotel, Taking $1K Applications
Private company Gru Space announces plans for the first hotel on the Moon, accepting early reservations with $1K application fees and deposits up to $1M. The inflatable habitat could host guests by 2032.
India's First AI Weather Station Launched in Pune
Pune gets India's first AI-powered weather station, using machine learning to provide hyper-local forecasts and improve disaster preparedness.
IIIT-A Team Wins Smart India Hackathon 2025 Software Prize
Team Enigmaa from IIIT Allahabad secured first place in the Smart India Hackathon 2025 software category, winning Rs 1.5 lakhs for their AI-based rake planning solution.
NASA's Artemis II Mission to Return Humans to Moon in 2026
NASA prepares for the Artemis II mission in 2026, sending astronauts back to the Moon for the first time in decades. This crewed flight tests systems for future lunar exploration.
NASA Artemis II Lunar Mission Eyes February 6 Launch
NASA prepares for Artemis II mission with four astronauts set for 10-day lunar orbit. Wet dress rehearsal and safety checks underway for historic February launch.
ISRO's PSLV-C62 Mission Fails, First 2026 Setback
The Indian Space Research Organisation faces its first launch failure of 2026 as the PSLV-C62 mission encounters a critical anomaly, marking a significant setback in space endeavors.
IIT Bhubaneswar Maps Bauxite with Satellite Tech
Researchers at IIT Bhubaneswar developed a satellite-based method to identify bauxite deposits in Koraput and Rayagada districts, offering a faster, eco-friendly alternative to traditional exploration.
Voyager 1 to Reach One Light-Day Distance from Earth by 2026
NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft is set to become the first human-made object to reach one light-day from Earth by November 2026, marking a historic achievement in deep-space exploration.
ISRO PSLV-C62 Loses 15 Sats, Spanish KID Defies Odds
India's PSLV-C62 mission faced a major anomaly, causing 15 satellites to miss orbit. Spanish startup's KID capsule successfully transmitted data amid the setback.
ISRO's Confidence Hit by Three Launch Failures in a Year
The Indian Space Research Organisation experiences three mission failures in twelve months, including two consecutive PSLV setbacks, shaking its reputation for reliability.
ISRO's Tough Year: Three Launch Failures Test Agency's Reliability
ISRO experienced three mission failures between January 2025 and January 2026, including two consecutive PSLV mishaps. The setbacks involved strategic satellites, highlighting challenges in India's space program amid growing strategic and commercial deman
Spanish Satellite Survives Failed ISRO PSLV Launch
A Spanish satellite called KID survived ISRO's failed PSLV-C62 launch, transmitting critical data for 3 minutes despite the mission's third-stage anomaly that lost 15 other satellites.
IIT Roorkee's Nano-Bacteria Cleans Water of Plastic Chemicals
IIT Roorkee researchers develop eco-friendly method using engineered nanophosphates to activate bacteria that break down harmful phthalates in water without chemicals or high energy.
KID Capsule Sends Data After PSLV-C62 Failure
Orbital Paradigm's Kestrel capsule transmitted data for over three minutes after separating from the failed PSLV rocket. ISRO investigates the third-stage anomaly.
Ideas for India Summit: Innovators Present Real-World Solutions
The TOI Ideas for India summit showcased groundbreaking innovations tackling pollution, water safety, and healthcare. Winners presented scalable solutions with real impact potential.
ISRO PSLV-C62 Fails, 16 Satellites Lost, Spanish Prototype Survives
ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission fails, losing 16 satellites, but a Spanish kid's prototype survives re-entry, highlighting space risks and resilience.
137 Teams Advance to Robofest Gujarat 5.0 Finals
Robofest Gujarat 5.0 sees 137 teams advance to the grand finale in March, with 104 from Gujarat and 33 from national institutions like IITs and NITs.
CMET Pune Wins Power Award for EV Battery Development
CMET Pune receives national Power Award for creating advanced battery packs for electric vehicles. The team also develops flexible and indigenous lithium-sodium batteries.
ISRO's Humble Start: Church to Space Museum
Discover how ISRO began in a Kerala church with bicycles and determination, leading to lunar and Mars missions today.
Students Test Drones for Disaster Relief and Farming
Over 3,500 students compete in NIDAR 2026, developing drone solutions for disaster management and precision agriculture at Gautam Buddha University.
IIT Hyderabad Students Build Supersonic Gas Gun
Seven IIT Hyderabad students develop a budget-friendly light gas gun firing projectiles at 800 m/s using PVC pipes and helium, aiming to study space debris impacts.
NE's First Satellite Lachit 1 Fate Uncertain After ISRO Anomaly
The PSLV-C62 mission encountered an anomaly during its third stage, leaving the fate of 15 co-passenger satellites, including Assam's Lachit 1, uncertain. ADBU awaits updates.
IUCAA's PhotonSync Tech Enables Quantum Networks on Telecom Fibers
IUCAA Pune's PQM-lab develops PhotonSync, a critical technology using existing telecom fibers for ultra-stable quantum communication networks, advancing India's quantum ambitions.
IIT-M's Ramjet Shells Increase Artillery Range 50%
IIT Madras researchers develop ramjet-assisted artillery shells, extending gun range by 50%. A breakthrough for Indian defense technology and self-reliance.
ISRO PSLV Fails Again: Third Stage Issue Repeats
ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission fails to reach orbit, marking the second straight failure due to third-stage problems. Details on the launch, technical challenges, and potential fallout for India's space agency.
ISRO's First 2026 Mission PSLV-C62 Fails
ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission, its first launch of 2026, ends in failure. The setback impacts satellite deployment and highlights challenges in India's space program. Read the full analysis.
Indian Firms Demo AI-Driven Manufacturing at CES 2025
SRK Techtronics and Matter unveil a groundbreaking AI collaboration at CES, transforming product design into industrial-scale manufacturing. Discover the future of smart production.
India Tests Indigenous Fire-and-Forget Anti-Tank Missile
DRDO's successful test of the Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile with top-attack capability marks a major boost for infantry. Read about India's defence tech leap.
ISRO's PSLV-C62 Fails, 16 Satellites Lost
ISRO's PSLV-C62 rocket faced an anomaly in its third stage, leading to mission failure and loss of 16 satellites. This marks the second consecutive setback for the launch vehicle. Read for details and official statements.
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