Since its launch in 1990, the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) has served as humanity’s eye into the cosmos, capturing images that have not only mesmerized us but also advanced our understanding of the universe. This blog aims to shed light on the significance of HST’s discoveries and explore why they matter, even to those of …
On April 19th, 1975, a significant milestone in the annals of space exploration was achieved by India. The launch of Aryabhata, India’s first satellite, marked its foray into the cosmos. As we approach the anniversary of this historic event on April 19th, 2024, it’s an opportune moment to revisit and celebrate the achievements, challenges, and …
Halley’s Comet, a celestial wanderer, has fascinated humanity for centuries. On this day, 11th April, back in 1986, it made its closest approach to Earth on its outbound journey, coming within 63 million kilometers (39 million miles). However, to the dismay of many, it barely made a twinkle in our night sky. This event, while …
Introduction: The Cosmic Dance of Asteroids Asteroids, the celestial nomads of our solar system, perform a perpetual cosmic dance, tracing paths influenced by the gravitational pull of planets and stars. These space rocks, remnants of the early solar system, hold secrets of our cosmic neighborhood’s ancient past and play a critical role in shaping the …
Welcome to the fourth part of our Blog Series – “Space Tourism: From Dreams to Reality”. As we continue our exploration of space tourism in this series, we venture into its historical roots and gaze toward its promising future. Space tourism, once a concept confined to the pages of science fiction, has begun transitioning into …
Welcome to the Introduction of our Blog Series – “The Sociology of Space Tourism“ Imagine slipping the surly bonds of Earth to float in the endless tranquility of space, gazing down at the swirling blues and greens of our planet from above. This dream, once confined to the realms of science fiction and the exclusive …