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‘City-Killer’ Asteroid Threat: Could thousands of undetected space rocks hit Earth? Here’s what’s keeping NASA Scientists awake at nightSpace agencies maintain that global cooperation and sustained investment are vital to planetary defence. While the DART mission demonstrate...17 Feb, 2026, 03.25 PM IST- Asteroid more powerful than Hiroshima atomic bomb may miss Earth, but could still cause major disruptionAsteroid 2024 YR4, once feared to be on a collision course with Earth, now has an extremely low chance of impact. However, scientists warn ...20 Jun, 2025, 12.09 AM IST
- From danger to nothing: NASA just downgraded the threatening Y24 asteroid to zero; here’s whyNASA initially estimated a 3% chance of asteroid 2024 YR4 striking Earth in 2032. Recent observations have significantly reduced the threat...27 Feb, 2025, 02.46 AM IST
- NASA tracks giant asteroid set to pass Earth on February 12 – Is there a risk?Asteroid 2025 CV will pass Earth at a distance of 4,760,000 km, over five times the Earth-Moon distance. Three other asteroids passed by th...11 Feb, 2025, 07.37 PM IST
- NASA predicts potential 'city-killer' asteroid strike in 2032. How bad could it be and can we prevent it?Scientists warn that an asteroid named 2024 YR4 might hit Earth on December 2, 2032. The chances are now 2.3%. The impact could cause immen...08 Feb, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
- NASA's asteroid warning: Will the 84-foot giant get too close for comfort?Asteroid 2024 XS3 will pass Earth on December 19, 2024, at a safe distance of 2,080,000 miles. While there is no risk of collision, the fly...19 Dec, 2024, 12.58 PM IST
- NASA's big plans are to build 1000-strong spacecraft to destroy asteroids heading for EarthThe National Aeronautics and Space Administration has announced that they will safeguard Earth by creating a 1000-strong spacecraft army fr...17 Oct, 2024, 10.58 PM IST
- Will Nasa use a nuclear bomb to blow up an asteroid and save Earth from extinction? Here's what we knowNASA has created a contingency plan to protect Earth from large asteroids, which includes the use of nuclear explosions as a last resort.16 Oct, 2024, 11.57 PM IST
- European Space Agency to send spacecraft past Mars for 'crime scene investigation'The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft is set to investigate the aftermath of NASA’s DART mission, which successfully deflected the as...04 Oct, 2024, 08.18 AM IST
- ISRO Warning: Massive asteroid with 'continental scale devastation' risk approaching earthISRO is closely monitoring a large asteroid named Apophis, which is set to pass dangerously close to Earth on April 13, 2029. Apophis, meas...10 Sep, 2024, 02.53 PM IST
- Near-Earth Object NASA Warning: When will 110-foot-wide asteroid pass Earth? See if it will pose threat or notNASA is tracking asteroid 2020 RL, which will make a close approach to Earth on August 26, 2024. The 110-foot-wide asteroid will pass withi...27 Aug, 2024, 01.13 AM IST
- NASA alerts on Asteroid 2011 AM24: Is there any danger to planet Earth?NASA has sent a warning regarding the approaching asteroid 2011 AM24. NASA has verified that, despite its proximity, this asteroid poses no...25 Jul, 2024, 09.59 PM IST
- NASA warns of potential planet-sized asteroid impact: There's 72% chance of Earth collision on this dateNASA's hypothetical exercise reveals a 72% chance of a potentially hazardous asteroid hitting Earth, highlighting gaps in Earth's preparedn...01 Jul, 2024, 01.16 PM IST
- Two giant asteroids are approaching Earth, Here's how to spot the 'Planet Killer' this weekendThis week, astronomers are anticipating the close approach of asteroid 2011 UL21, dubbed the "Planet Killer," as it swings by Earth. Despit...29 Jun, 2024, 02.39 PM IST
- Unraveling the hidden threats of asteroids: Real risks and near missesAsteroids vary in size and impact potential, and understanding the frequency and seriousness of their encounters with Earth is crucial. Lar...04 Aug, 2023, 12.27 PM IST
- 'City Killer' asteroid to pass by Earth. Check dateOn Saturday, March 25, a colossal asteroid will fly past Earth, and space experts anticipate that it will approach at a close enough range ...24 Mar, 2023, 09.42 PM IST
- Humans can save Earth from ‘killer’ planetary bodies, reveals DARTThe Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission provides evidence that humanity can protect Earth from the impact of planetary bodies.03 Mar, 2023, 10.55 PM IST
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