Venus Jupiter conjunction June 2026: When and how to watch this rare cosmic kiss in the skyVenus Jupiter conjunction June 2026: Venus and Jupiter will appear unusually close in the western evening sky on June 8 and 9, 2026, formin...
07 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Longest Total Solar Eclipse of the 21st century will last more than six minutes: Why the August 2027 celestial event is so rareThe rare total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, is expected to become the longest total solar eclipse visible from land during the 21st cen...
29 May, 2026, 05.45 AM IST
Planet Parade this weekend: How to see Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury shine together after sunsetPlanetary alignments continue to capture public fascination because they make astronomy feel approachable and easy to experience. Unlike di...
22 May, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Why do robins start singing before sunrise, and what science says about itEuropean robins and their North American cousins begin singing before dawn, a behavior scientists attribute to biological, environmental, a...
13 May, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
NASA has discovered planets so strange they sound completely impossible: From worlds that rain molten glass to giant “marshmallow” planetsScientists are discovering strange new planets beyond our solar system. These worlds defy old ideas about how planets form and what they lo...
12 May, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
A stunning May new Supermoon is about to black out the sky — Dark skies, hidden constellations and a rare Venus alignment are about to transform the night skyA supermoon typically draws attention because it appears larger and brighter than usual in the night sky. But the May New Supermoon works a...
11 May, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
First batch of UFO files is released as Trump urges the public to draw its own conclusionsThe Pentagon has begun releasing a trove of UFO files, including videos and testimony, as President Trump emphasizes transparency. These do...
08 May, 2026, 11.19 PM IST
Northern Lights alert tonight: 10 US states could see Aurora Borealis glow as solar wind spikes—don’t miss this rare sky moment, timing details, and key viewing mistakes to avoid during peak late-night windowA solar wind from the Sun may bring a chance to see northern lights in late April. Scientists say space weather is becoming more active, wh...
30 Apr, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
Aurora borealis tonight: Timing, locations to witness northern lights. Check full list of states where residents can catch glimpse on SundayAurora borealis tonight: Northern lights will be visible on Sunday night from a number of states across the U.S.
26 Apr, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
Atacama’s pristine skies face light pollution risks despite cancellation of nearby energy projectChile's Atacama Desert, a prime spot for stargazing, faces ongoing threats to its clear night skies. A proposed energy project near a major...
26 Apr, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
Nancy Roman Grace Space Telescope ready with 100x Hubble field of view as NASA completes assembly ahead of launchNASA has completed the assembly of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope at its Goddard facility, marking a major milestone ahead of its pl...
22 Apr, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Aurora forecast: Northern Lights set to dazzle 20 US states — Here’s when and how to watchThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has forecast a Kp index of four for the current viewing window. This level suggests mod...
21 Apr, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
Lyrid meteor shower 2026 viewing guide: Peak times, tips, and what US skywatchers can expectGet ready for the Lyrid meteor shower in 2026. This annual event promises a celestial spectacle across North America. Observers in the Unit...
21 Apr, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
Here’s how to spot Comet Pan-STARRS and ‘Shooting Stars’ together: Best time to watch the celestial viewAstronomers note that opportunities to view a comet with the naked eye are relatively rare. The simultaneous appearance of Comet Pan-STARRS...
20 Apr, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
PanSTARRS comet: Rare celestial event set to light up skies — here’s how and when to watchComet C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) is emerging as one of the most anticipated skywatching events of 2026. Discovered in September 2025 by Pan-STAR...
17 Apr, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Will the 'God of Chaos' Asteroid Apophis impact Earth in 2029? Here's what report saysAsteroid 99942 Apophis, named after the Egyptian god of chaos, will make a close approach to Earth on April 13, 2029, passing within 20,000...
15 Apr, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Lush forests, vibrant wildlife, Anand Mahindra is in awe of Tamil Nadu park where the night sky ‘reveals itself in full’Industrialist Anand Mahindra recently lauded the Ariyur Shola Reserve Forest's Dark Sky Park. This location in Kolli Hills offers a rare, u...
12 Apr, 2026, 10.45 AM IST