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SRM University-AP has signed an Open Access agreement with Springer Nature, enabling its researchers to publish without paying Article Processing Charges. The partnership aims to make the university's scholarly output freely accessible worldwide, enhancing global visibility and contributing to the open access movement.
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A small asteroid detected only hours before entry burned up safely over the Indian Ocean on September 6, 2026. The event, only the 13th such pre-impact detection, provided a valuable test for planetary defence systems.
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NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has been launched to survey billions of galaxies, probe dark energy and dark matter, and directly image exoplanets. With a wide field of view and advanced instruments, it promises a new era of cosmic discovery.
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New NASA-funded research indicates that the Sun's passage through dense interstellar clouds compressed the heliosphere, exposing Earth to cosmic rays and altering ancient climate patterns. The study links these cosmic events to possible ice ages, supported by evidence from deep-sea sediments, lunar cores, and Antarctic ice.
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In a display of international cooperation, NASA's Anil Menon and ESA's Sophie Adenot conducted a spacewalk outside the ISS. The mission underscores the growing role of Indian-origin astronauts and the importance of collaborative space exploration.
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A deep partial lunar eclipse on August 28, 2026, will cover 96% of the Moon, visible fully in the Americas and partially in Europe, Africa, and West Asia. It will not be visible from India, Australia, or Antarctica. The event coincides with Raksha Bandhan.
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ICAR-NRCB has released two new banana varieties, Kaveri Thangam and Kaveri Nadan, after 15 years of research. Kaveri Thangam is rich in Vitamin A and has a longer shelf life, while Kaveri Nadan offers double the yield of conventional varieties.
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Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have found an ancient black hole surrounded by dense gas, not dust, explaining its red colour. The discovery could lower mass estimates for such black holes and reshape our understanding of the early universe.
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The Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) has opened registrations for its four-day Chemistry Olympiad Exposure Camp 2026 for teachers of Classes 10-12. The camp, to be held in Mumbai in November, will focus on theoretical and experimental chemistry, with applications due by September 11.
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MIT-led research has identified a possible new class of cosmic object called a 'black hole star' — a dense hydrogen cloud surrounding a massive black hole. The finding may explain mysterious red dots seen in JWST images of the early universe.
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NASA's Perseverance rover has found chromium-bearing corundum, a mineral linked to gemstones, in rocks at Jezero Crater. The unexpected discovery suggests complex hydrothermal activity on ancient Mars, offering new clues about the planet's watery past and its potential for hosting life.
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M.P. Parameswaran, the nuclear scientist who became a leading public intellectual in Kerala through the people's science movement, has passed away. Tributes highlight his role in making science accessible to all and his lasting impact on scientific temper and rational thinking in society.
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Scientists have observed tiny swirling patterns on the Sun's surface for the first time, using the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope. The swirls, known as Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, may explain how the Sun's magnetic energy builds and releases, potentially impacting Earth's technology.
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The Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak on the night of August 12-13, with up to 100 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. A new moon ensures dark skies, making this a good year for viewing. Astronomers share tips on when and where to look, along with the science behind the celestial show.
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Astrobase Space Technologies unveils India's first privately built 800 kN FFSC rocket engine, EVEREST, making India the fourth nation to possess this advanced propulsion technology. The engine could enable reusable launch capabilities and strengthen India's space ambitions.
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A new study examines the 'Reverse Flynn Effect,' where IQ scores have declined in several developed nations. Researchers attribute the shift to environmental and educational factors, not inherent intelligence, and urge long-term studies to identify causes and solutions.
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Union minister Jitendra Singh announced in Lok Sabha that NVS-03 is ready for launch with corrective measures, followed by NVS-04, NVS-05, and one more satellite to complete the NavIC constellation. NavIC, currently not providing standalone services due to atomic clock failures, is expected to be restored with these launches.
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A four-tonne Falcon 9 upper stage, launched by SpaceX in 2015, was projected to impact the Moon's surface near the Einstein Crater. The event posed no danger to Earth but could offer scientific insights into lunar impacts and space debris.
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A global Centre of Excellence for sugarcane research will be set up at the Indian Sugarcane Breeding Institute in Coimbatore with an investment of ₹90 crore. The centre aims to develop new sugarcane varieties in eight years instead of 14, addressing challenges like pests, climate stress, and declining sugar recovery.
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NASA's Curiosity rover has photographed a vast field of polygonal, honeycomb-like patterns on Mars in the Valle Grande area of Gale Crater. The structures, far larger than any seen before, may reveal clues about the planet's ancient climate and geological history.
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India's NavIC satellite navigation system can no longer provide independent positioning due to a satellite failure, leaving only three operational satellites instead of the required four. The government confirmed this in Parliament, while ISRO prepares to launch new satellites to restore full capability.
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ISRO and the Department of Space have launched a recruitment drive for 746 posts, including 92 scientist/engineer roles and 244 administrative positions. The initiative aims to address a 25-year-high vacancy rate, though it covers only a fraction of the 5,632 unfilled posts.
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ISRO Chairperson V. Narayanan said the successful launch of Vikram-1 by Skyroot Aerospace highlights the strength of India's public-private partnership in space. Speaking at IIST's convocation, he called space sector reforms a transformational milestone that has opened opportunities for private participation.
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The Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, founded in 1876, celebrates 150 years as India's oldest research institute. It nurtured luminaries like C.V. Raman, J.C. Bose, Meghnad Saha, and S.N. Bose. The institute's history underscores both scientific achievements and the ongoing challenge of translating discoveries into applications.
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Kandula Jessie, a Class X student from Andhra Pradesh, is the only student from the state among 20 Indian girls selected for Mission ShaktiSat, the world's first all-girls lunar CubeSat mission. She met Minister Nara Lokesh, who praised her achievement and assured government support.
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NASA's Juno spacecraft has captured high-resolution thermal images of Jupiter's moon Io, revealing subsurface heat patterns. The findings show a temperature rise of over 20°C in the upper metres, helping scientists understand Io's volcanic activity and tidal heating processes.
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NASA astronaut Anil Menon, recently arrived at the ISS, shared a photograph of SpaceX's Starbase launch facility from orbit. The image highlights the site's role in space exploration and drew positive reactions online.
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The 11th phase of excavation at Keeladi in Tamil Nadu has unearthed continuous brick structures, a terracotta drainage system, and over 1,300 artefacts including gold ornaments and inscribed pots. The findings suggest the area may have been an industrial zone.
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh informed the Rajya Sabha that private investment in India's space sector has crossed $618 million. He also announced that 17 startups have been approved for space activities, reflecting the success of recent space sector reforms.
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Kandula Jessie, a 14-year-old Class 10 student from a government school in Andhra Pradesh, has been selected for Mission ShakthiSAT, the world's first all-girls lunar satellite mission. Despite her father being a carpenter and financial constraints, she excelled in a competitive global selection process and will train with scientists for a CubeSat launch.
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Astronomers have confirmed an atmosphere on the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140b, located in the habitable zone 49 light years away. This is the first such detection on a rocky planet in a habitable zone, suggesting the presence of liquid water and potential conditions for life.
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Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have discovered a third giant planet, Beta Pictoris d, in the nearby Beta Pictoris star system. The finding was made through atmospheric spectroscopy rather than direct imaging, and the system now hosts three directly imaged exoplanets.
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India won one gold and three silver medals at the 37th International Biology Olympiad 2026 in Vilnius, Lithuania. All four Indian students returned with medals, continuing the country's strong run in international science Olympiads.
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India's team won four gold medals at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad 2026, securing joint first place with China, Vietnam, and a Russian participant. This is India's best-ever performance at the competition, held in Tashkent with 93 countries participating.
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India secured four gold medals at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad, its best ever performance. The team finished joint first with China and Vietnam. The winners are from four different states.
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Indian students win four gold medals at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad in Uzbekistan, tying with top-performing teams from China and Vietnam.
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Archaeologists in Tamil Nadu have uncovered a settlement near the Vaippar river that was continuously inhabited from the Microlithic period to the Sangam era. The excavation reveals a large brick structure, burial pots with peacock motifs, and evidence of craft production, offering new insights into ancient life in southern India.
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Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket has successfully placed satellites in orbit, making it India's first private orbital launch. The mission marks a milestone in the country's space sector, with PM Modi calling it a defining moment. India now joins the US and China in having private orbital launch capability.
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Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket successfully performed India's first private orbital launch, placing six payloads into low Earth orbit. The milestone opens new avenues for commercial satellite launches and reduces dependence on ISRO for small satellite missions.
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VIT-AP University’s student-built payload VISWA-M was launched aboard Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 rocket. The payload will study the solar spectrum, marking the university’s first space mission and a milestone for India’s private space sector.
Read More →The Department of Space has tightened exit rules for ISRO scientists on key missions after nearly 100 resignations, requiring all requests to be referred to the DoS. Critics argue the move fails to address underlying retention issues like better pay and career opportunities in the private sector.
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Skyroot Aerospace's first orbital launch attempt of the Vikram-1 rocket was halted at T-4:59 minutes due to a planned hold. The mission aims to validate the rocket's performance and gather data for future launches.
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The Department of Space is experiencing its worst staffing gap in 25 years, with nearly 30 per cent of sanctioned posts vacant. The employee strength has fallen to levels lower than in 2001-02, even as India undertakes ambitious space missions. Recruitment delays due to Covid-19 and reforms are cited as reasons.
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Astronomers have confirmed an atmosphere on the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140b, located 49 light-years away in its star's habitable zone. The discovery, made using the James Webb Space Telescope, is the first such detection for a potentially habitable rocky world. While no evidence of life exists, the finding marks a milestone in the search for habitable planets.
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A new monkey species, Colobus congoensis, has been classified after years of study in Congo. Known locally as Likweli, the animal was first sighted in 2008. Its discovery brings both hope for conservation and risks from increased human attention.
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A new study from the University of Warwick has revealed a hidden cloud of small space debris in geostationary orbit, home to many communication and weather satellites. The debris, as small as 5 centimetres, was found by reprocessing older telescope data with advanced algorithms, raising concerns about increased collision risks for operational spacecraft.
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NASA astronaut Anil Menon, with ancestral roots in Kerala, launched to the ISS on Tuesday. He is the great-grandson of Sir C. Sankaran Nair. Menon's career includes service as a flight surgeon and SpaceX medical program lead.
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Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two Russian cosmonauts launched from Kazakhstan on an eight-month ISS mission. The crew will conduct experiments on spaceflight's physiological effects and test technologies for deep-space travel.
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NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two Russian cosmonauts are launching to the International Space Station aboard Soyuz MS-29. The mission lifts off from Baikonur Cosmodrome with live coverage available on NASA's website and YouTube channel.
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Researchers at UC San Diego have proposed using marine cloud brightening to reduce the impacts of super El Niño events. The method involves injecting aerosols to reflect sunlight, but scientists warn of potential side effects and emphasize the need for caution.
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