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Tata Group's satcom arm invests $20 million in US-based Elveo to expand connectivity- A dried lakebed in Africa's Chad sends 27.7 million tonnes of dust across 5,000 km of Atlantic Ocean each year, carrying phosphorus that helps sustain the Amazon rainforest
- 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 electricity
- Since 2025, University of Manchester researchers modelled 2,300 urban canal sections across Great Britain and Ireland. Now, the study shows canals can lower nearby temperatures by as much as 2.3°C during heatwavesUrban canals cooling: Urban canals provide a notable cooling effect on surrounding areas, particularly during heatwaves. This natural cooli...14 Aug, 2026, 09.31 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
- In 1859, the Carrington storm caused spectacular auroras and electrical disturbances in telegraph networks as far south as Cuba. 167 years later, a repeat could cripple key infrastructure while leaving some electronic devices surprisingly unaffectedThe Carrington storm of 1859 highlighted our planet's susceptibility to solar flares. If a similar phenomenon occurred today, it could caus...13 Aug, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
- A strange object seen from space could rewrite Amelia Earhart disappearance story. Explorers feel 'very confident about this' as they set out to solve one of biggest mysteries of 20th centuryNearly 90 years after Amelia Earhart vanished during her attempt to fly around the world, a new expedition is bringing fresh attention to o...13 Aug, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
- Trump told Ukraine it had no cards. Then Kyiv took the war to RussiaUkraine has intensified long-range drone and missile strikes deep inside Russia, targeting oil infrastructure, defence facilities and air d...12 Aug, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
- How investors can use thematic funds to boost portfolio returnsThematic funds focus on investing in firms associated with particular long-term trends, aiming for potential alpha returns. They entail a g...12 Aug, 2026, 06.17 AM IST
- In 1963, the US released nearly 480 million copper needles thinner than a human hair into orbit — the bizarre Cold War experiment was designed to create an artificial ring around EarthDuring the Cold War, Project West Ford executed a groundbreaking experiment by launching millions of copper needles into orbit. This initia...10 Aug, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
- In 1967, US satellites searching for nuclear tests detected mysterious flashes from space. Decades later, scientists uncovered secrets of gamma-ray bursts, which can release more energy in 10 seconds than Sun will emit over its entire 10-billion-year lifetimeGamma-ray bursts, first detected accidentally in 1967, have long puzzled astronomers. Recent observations of their afterglows are now chall...09 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- Amazon behind massive private gas plant for new data centersPreviously filed permits for the plant show it would have 35 turbines and generate 7.65 gigawatts -- larger than any gas plant currently op...08 Aug, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
- West Bengal plans Kolkata ring road, EM Bypass-New Town flyover to ease congestionThe West Bengal government plans a ring road and a new flyover for Kolkata. These infrastructure projects aim to ease traffic congestion an...07 Aug, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
- Investors on a new mission: Funding spacetech startupsIndia's growing space sector is making strides in essential mission technologies and components. With investor interest surging in startups...06 Aug, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
- SpaceX plans to turn Starlink into full-fledged mobile service, targets Verizon, AT&T and T-MobileSpaceX plans to build a terrestrial mobile service using acquired spectrum licenses. This move could challenge established wireless carrier...05 Aug, 2026, 06.37 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
- US stocks: SpaceX quarterly revenue surges in debut results on strong growth in its Starlink businessSpaceX has announced an impressive 92% increase in revenue for the latest quarter, primarily fueled by the growth of Starlink and its AI in...05 Aug, 2026, 01.47 AM IST
- Envoy Kwatra deepens India-US ties through talks on trade, education, investment in GeorgiaAmbassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Georgia Governor Brian Kemp to discuss trade. He also engaged with UPS CEO Carol Tome on economic partner...04 Aug, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
- Goldman Sachs sees a bigger space opportunity beyond launch providersSpace stocks could offer significant long-term growth opportunities as the industry expands beyond rocket launches into satellites, orbital...02 Aug, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
- Amazon eyes 2028 launch for direct-to-phone satellite networkAmazon's satellite venture plans to connect smartphones directly to space. This new service aims to provide voice, messaging, and data glob...27 Jul, 2026, 09.52 PM IST
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