Searched for
LUNAR LASER COMMUNICATION DEMONSTRATION
In 1972, Apollo 17 astronaut Jack Schmitt suddenly shouted, “There is orange soil!”: It contained tiny glass beads from ancient lunar fire fountains- In 1971, Apollo 15 astronauts found a white rock later identified as part of the Moon's ancient crust; the "Genesis rock" was estimated to be around four billion years old
- In 2013, NASA beamed laser data from lunar orbit at 622 megabits per second, demonstrating faster space communications than radio
- In 2009, NASA deliberately crashed LCROSS into a permanently shadowed lunar crater; the mission detected water in the resulting debris plumeNASA's groundbreaking LCROSS mission in 2009 confirmed the presence of water ice at the Moon's south pole, transforming our understanding o...22 Aug, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- In 1972, Apollo 16 astronaut Charles Duke left a photo of his wife and two sons on the Moon with a touching message from ‘Planet Earth’ that has remained there for more than 50 yearsIn 1972, Apollo 16 astronaut Charles Duke left a framed photo of his wife and two sons on the Moon, along with a touching message identifyi...22 Aug, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
- Trump pledges 'golden age' of space travelUS President Trump plans to boost American space travel and lunar missions. The United States aims to compete with China for a moon landing...21 Aug, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
- Lunar eclipse August 2026: When will Blood Moon be visible, timings, how to watchSkywatchers in parts of four continents will have an opportunity to observe a major partial lunar eclipse on August 27-28, when Earth’s umb...21 Aug, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
- Why NASA's latest moon discovery creates a major dilemma for Artemis astronautsMicrobes from Earth can survive on the Moon's surface for days. New research shows shadowed lunar craters offer protective microclimates fo...20 Aug, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
- New NASA images show massive 60-foot crater created when SpaceX Falcon 9 stage hit the MoonNASA released new photographs of the SpaceX rocket crater on the Moon. These images were captured by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter space...19 Aug, 2026, 09.06 PM IST
- How to Align With Moon Energy: A Simple Lunar Calendar GuideDiscover how to align with Moon energy by following the natural rhythm of the lunar calendar. From setting intentions during the New Moon t...19 Aug, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
- August 28 Blood Moon 2026: These 3 Zodiac Signs Could Finally Walk Away From One-Sided RelationshipsOn August 28, the Lunar Eclipse will shine a light on unbalanced relationships, especially for Pisces, Virgo, and Sagittarius. This event e...19 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
- August 28 Lunar Eclipse 2026: These 4 Zodiac Signs Could See a Major Financial Turning PointThe upcoming Lunar Eclipse on August 28, 2026, heralds a pivotal moment for financial reassessment. This cosmic phenomenon offers Taurus, L...19 Aug, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- ISRO official says docking technology key to future lunar, human space missionsDocking technology is vital for future lunar sample return missions. This capability will also support India's planned Bharatiya Antariksh ...18 Aug, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
- Lunar Eclipse Is Coming (August 28, 2026): What Each Zodiac Sign Should Do During This Powerful MoonThe Blood Moon August 28, 2026 is a partial lunar eclipse in Pisces, bringing powerful themes of closure, emotional clarity and release. Th...18 Aug, 2026, 12.57 PM IST
- Tata Group's satcom arm invests $20 million in US-based Elveo to expand connectivityNelco, a Tata Group company, is investing twenty million dollars in Elveo Mobile. This partnership aims to introduce advanced satellite con...17 Aug, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
- Lunar eclipse August 2026: Where will it be visible, what time will it peak and how to watchLunar eclipse: On August 27-28, 2026, a deep partial lunar eclipse will grace our skies, although it won't be visible from India during the...16 Aug, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
- Pakistan heads to Moon with China’s help; Jinnah-1 rover to study lunar south pole where Chandrayaan-3 landed 3 years agoPakistan is preparing to send its first lunar rover, Jinnah-1, to the Moon in 2029 as part of China’s Chang’e-8 mission. The rover will stu...14 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
- Sun-chase, a tourism lesson from EuropeEurope ingeniously capitalized on a solar eclipse by organising a captivating week-long festival that drew in tourists. Cruise ships flocke...14 Aug, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
- Before August 28 Lunar Eclipse, These Zodiac Signs Need to Be CarefulThe August 28, 2026 Lunar Eclipse may bring intense emotions for some zodiac signs. Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, and Sagittarius should exercise ...13 Aug, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
- US Army in 1946 sent radar pulse towards moon and something astonishing happened 2.5 seconds laterThe year 1946 saw a remarkable feat by the US Army as they bounced radar signals off the Moon, demonstrating that radio waves can traverse ...13 Aug, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Load More
