Shenzhou-19 Launches, Sending Three Astronauts on Key Six-Month Mission to Tiangong China successfully launched the Shenzhou-19 crewed spaceship on Wednesday, sending three astronauts, including the country’s first female space engineer, to the Tiangong space station for a six-month mission. The mission, a milestone in China’s manned space programme, is packed with scientific experiments, equipment installations, and public outreach activities. https://youtu.be/ZI3RGvTt-ns?si=vHiweV8HV8avIl0j China Launches Shenzhou-19: Launch Details and Crew China Launches Shenzhou-19 atop a Long March-2F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China at 4:27 a.m. Beijing Time. Approximately 10 minutes after takeoff, Shenzhou-19 separated from the rocket and…
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ISRO’s Uncrewed Escape System Test Boosts Gaganyaan Mission In a major milestone toward independent human spaceflight, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted an uncrewed Crew Escape System (CES) test early on Oct. 21. The test was part of India’s Gaganyaan program, which aims to establish autonomous human spaceflight capabilities. Launching from the Satish Dhawan Space Center, ISRO’s Test Vehicle Demonstration 1 (TV-D1) carried an unpressurised Gaganyaan crew module (CM) on a liquid-propellant single-stage test vehicle. At 12:30 a.m. Eastern, the TV-D1 test vehicle launched, and just 61 seconds later, the CES separated from the vehicle at an altitude…
NASA Astronaut Hospitalised After Extended ISS Mission Return NASA astronaut hospitalised due to an unspecified medical condition soon after returning from an extended mission on the International Space Station (ISS), NASA confirmed on Friday. The astronaut, who remains unnamed for privacy reasons, was flown to a hospital in Pensacola, Florida, after safely landing off Florida’s coast in SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule. Crew’s Extended ISS Mission The astronaut, alongside US crewmates Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, Jeanette Epps, and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, returned to Earth after 235 days in orbit, a longer-than-usual ISS mission duration. Their time on the ISS surpassed…
China Warns of Foreign Spies Amid Intensifying Space Arms Race China Warns of Foreign Spies targeting its space programme, as the competition for dominance in space escalates. According to a statement released on the ministry’s official WeChat account, safeguarding space security has become a critical strategy for China’s future development, as space emerges as a key battleground for military advancement. Rising Threats from Foreign Intelligence China’s security ministry pointed out that certain foreign nations, especially those with established space combat forces, have been conducting surveillance and espionage activities aimed at China’s aerospace developments. While specific countries were not named, the…
Union Cabinet Approves ₹1,000 Crore Venture Capital Fund to Boost Space Sector in India The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a ₹1,000 crore Venture Capital (VC) Fund dedicated to advancing the space sector in India. This initiative, proposed by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), aims to fuel growth and innovation in space technology, strengthen national capabilities, and support India’s vision of becoming a leading space economy. Financial Plan for the VC Fund The fund’s deployment is planned over five years, with annual allocations ranging from ₹150 crore to ₹250 crore depending…
NASA’s Crew-8 Begins Return to Earth After Weather Delays NASA’s Crew-8 mission is finally on its way back to Earth after the SpaceX Dragon capsule undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) early Thursday morning. The capsule, carrying NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps, along with Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, began its descent following weeks of weather-related delays. https://youtu.be/NbLj4yrHIps Delays Due to Severe Weather The crew’s return had been postponed multiple times, with the first delay occurring on October 7 due to Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm that struck Florida. Unfavourable weather conditions around the splashdown…
The Hidden Allies of Plants: Role of Fungi in Pest Protection When looking at a single plant, it may seem like you’re holding just one organism. However, each plant actually hosts a complex network of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi. For example, a dahlia shoot may harbor 20 to 30 species, both on its surface (epiphytes) and within (endophytes). If the plant is attached to its roots, this number can double due to the presence of more species, especially mycorrhizal types, which form crucial symbiotic relationships. How Fungi Protect Plants from Insects Endophytes and mycorrhizal fungi play a key role…
Functional Mushrooms: The Future of Health Food Functional mushrooms are quickly gaining popularity in the health food industry. Varieties like Cordyceps, Reishi, and Lion’s Mane provide benefits beyond basic nutrition. Rich in bioactive compounds, these mushrooms actively support long-term well-being as people increasingly seek natural health remedies. Cordyceps: Boosting Energy and Endurance Cordyceps, traditionally harvested in the mountains of Tibet and Nepal, has enhanced energy levels for centuries. It increases oxygen use and improves stamina, making it a favorite among athletes. Research shows that Cordyceps strengthens lung function, boosts the immune system, and may even slow aging. As a result,…
Ancient Meteorite Impact: A Catastrophe That Boosted Early Life The asteroid that struck Earth 66 million years ago and caused the extinction of the dinosaurs is infamous. However, a much larger meteorite—up to 200 times bigger—hit Earth 3.26 billion years ago, triggering even more widespread destruction. Surprisingly, new research reveals that this cataclysmic event may have actually played a role in supporting early life on Earth. A Massive Impact with Unexpected Benefits Scientists have studied ancient rocks in the Barberton Greenstone Belt in South Africa, where evidence of this massive impact has been preserved. The meteorite, a carbonaceous chondrite rich…
Bitcoin Hits Three-Month High as Dollar Strengthens Ahead of US Election Bitcoin reached its highest value in three months during early trading in Asia on Monday. Meanwhile, the US dollar continued to rise, as global markets braced for the upcoming US presidential election in two weeks. Trump’s Election Prospects Boost Dollar and Bitcoin As polls increasingly suggest a potential win for former President Donald Trump in the upcoming November 5 election, the US dollar has seen a boost. Trump’s proposed policies on tariffs and taxes are anticipated to keep US interest rates elevated, which could weaken the currencies of America’s…
