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In 2018, NASA invited people worldwide to send their names to the Sun. More than 1.1 million did and their names are still travelling aboard Parker Solar Probe- In 1958, the US launched Gordo the squirrel monkey 300 miles above Earth; he endured 8.3 minutes of weightlessness and 40 g during re-entry, but died after his capsule sank at sea
- In 1958, NASA launched a spacecraft Able 2 for the first time to the Moon but the mission failed after a small error and the probe reentered Earth's atmosphere about 43 hours after launch
- In 1958, US Air Force launched an Able 1 spacecraft to the Moon in humanity’s first attempt to send a spaceship anywhere beyond Earth orbit but the mission lasted only 73.6 secondsIn 1958, US Air Force launched an Able 1 spacecraft to the Moon in humanity’s first attempt to send a spaceship anywhere beyond Earth orbit...26 Aug, 2026, 01.26 AM IST
- Cannes to Venice, India’s forgotten films are getting a second act at the world’s biggest festivalsThis year, arguably for the first time, restored Indian classics have made it to the top four international film festivals -- from Cannes t...16 Aug, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
- In 1956, solar power was priced at about $1,865 per watt and survived largely because spacecraft needed lightweight power. Decades later, prices fell below 50 cents per watt and solar became the cheapest new electricitySolar power once cost a staggering $1,865 per watt in inflation-adjusted terms. Today, solar panels can cost only a fraction of a dollar pe...16 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
- Independence Day 2026: The 79-year journey of a nation from charkha to chipsIndependence Day: Story of India's technological rise now focuses on indigenous manufacturing and ambitious future goals. Digital public in...14 Aug, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
- Quote of the day by John Lennon: "Life is what happens when you're..." — Life lessons from an inspiring quote on mindfulness, purpose, resilience, happiness, embracing change, and why living in the present may be the key to a more meaningful life by the legendary English singer-songwriter and Beatles iconToday's Quote of the Day by John Lennon: John Lennon's famous quote hits right where it matters: "Life is what happens when you're busy mak...07 Aug, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
- In 1957, an American woman scientist invented a liquid fuel Hydyne which helped United States create history and make space travel a reality: How Mary Sherman Morgan became Rocket Girl or America's first female rocket scientist?In 1957, an American woman scientist invented a liquid fuel Hydyne which helped United States create history and make space travel a realit...05 Aug, 2026, 03.32 AM IST
- In 1955, a forgotten NASA pioneer began work that helped reach the edge of the Solar System — how Annie Easley’s journey from NACA to the iconic Cassini mission is inspiring America once againMost people know the names behind the Moon landing. Few know Annie Easley. Yet her work helped shape America's space future. She joined NAC...29 Jul, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
- In 1958, the US planned to detonate a nuclear bomb on the Moon. Why project A119 never happenedThe US considered detonating a nuclear bomb on the Moon after Sputnik's launch. Project A119 aimed to demonstrate American power and presti...29 Jul, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
- Mbappe has World Cup history in sights after breaking France scoring recordKylian Mbappe has become France's all-time top scorer after netting two goals in their 3-1 World Cup victory against Senegal. The star play...18 Jun, 2026, 01.10 AM IST
- Netflix to livestream NASA launches, spacewalks starting summerNASA is partnering with Netflix to bring its on-demand streaming service, NASA+, to the platform this summer. Viewers can stream rocket lau...30 Jun, 2025, 11.49 PM IST
- Prada to design NASA spacesuits for Artemis III mission; Will luxury customers be allowed to wear them?The Artemis III mission is significant for several reasons, it will be the first time humans set foot on the Moon since the Apollo 17 missi...13 Oct, 2023, 07.38 AM IST
- 62 of 111 lunar missions in last seven decades were successful: NASA databaseIndia's Chandrayaan-3 has been launched on a mission to soft land on the Moon, joining the US, China and the Soviet Union in achieving the ...14 Jul, 2023, 09.42 PM IST
- 40 per cent lunar missions in last 60 years failed: NASA fact sheetThis year, Israel, too, launched its lunar mission Beresheet in February 2018 but it crash landed in April.07 Sep, 2019, 12.55 PM IST
- Parker Solar Probe launched on seven-year odyssey: NASAMiami, Aug 12 (IANS) NASA on Sunday said it had launched Parker Solar Probe, the US space agency's historic small car-sized probe, on its s...12 Aug, 2018, 07.57 PM IST
- NASA's Parker Solar Probe lifts off successfullyMiami, Aug 12 (IANS) NASA on Sunday successfully launched the Parker Solar Probe, the US space agency's historic small car-size probe to "t...12 Aug, 2018, 02.22 PM IST
- Trump signs order to re-establish National Space CouncilWashington, July 1 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to re-establish the National Space Council in a bid to co...01 Jul, 2017, 01.12 PM IST
- Space Trek: What will happen if any space debris hits a live satellite or the ISSChance of being hit by space junk on Earth is 20 billion to one. Lottie Williams was hit on her head but was unharmed by a 13-cm-long piece...13 Nov, 2016, 12.30 AM IST
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