A jewellery company from Surat has sent its lotus-shaped lab-grown diamond creation into space aboard Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 orbital rocket. Crafted over six months using 32 lab-grown diamonds, the unique design marks the first time diamonds from India's diamond hub have reached orbit, highlighting both India's innovation in luxury craftsmanship and the growing capabilities of its private space sector.

Mission Aagaman: 16.95-carat artwork onboard Vikram-1 rocket

stronomers have identified a mysterious object known as '1998 SH2' as a rare "dark comet", a space object that looks like an asteroid but behaves like a comet. The object's unusual orbit and unexpected course changes have puzzled scientists for years, offering new insights into the hidden population of small bodies travelling through the Solar System.

Scientists unmask asteroid as elusive dark comet

India's space ambitions are facing a major setback; more than 100 scientists have reportedly resigned from isro in recent months, prompting the Indian government to step in with measures to slow the exodus.

Over 100 scientists quit, centre steps in: ISRO brain drain hits India's space ambitions 

Researchers have discovered rare amino acids and ancient chemical signatures inside a meteorite preserving conditions from 4.5 billion years ago. The space rock offers fresh clues about the early Solar System and the building blocks of life, raising new questions about how organic molecules may have travelled across the cosmos long before life emerged on Earth.

Meteorite holding records of conditions existing 4.5 billion years ago crashes

NASA has revealed how antimatter propulsion could revolutionise space travel and dramatically reduce journey times to Mars. Scientists believe the technology could one day make interplanetary missions faster, more efficient and more practical for future human exploration.

$2.5 trillion space hype: Where's the rocket? 

Israel is setting its sights on the next frontier of warfare -- space. Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced plans to develop offensive laser capabilities in space, saying the country aims to become a global leader in advanced space-based military technology. The announcement comes as Israel continues to prepare for the possibility of renewed conflict with Iran.

Israel eyes 'space lasers' as next military frontier

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has uncovered remarkable clues about interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, a cosmic visitor that may be up to 12 billion years old, far older than our Solar System. Scientists say the ancient object could offer a rare glimpse into a distant era of the universe when stars were forming at a furious pace.

NASA Uncovers Stunning 12-Billion-Year-Old Secret of Comet 3I/ATLAS

 SpaceX listed on NASDAQ on June 12th, raising 86 billion dollars for the company's long-term ambitions at a valuation of 1.77 trillion dollars, the largest IPO in history, by a wide margin.

SpaceX IPO Shock: Peak Valuation Or Power Move By Elon Musk?

A new study by researchers from the University of Texas and Stanford University has raised concerns that a constellation of Russian satellites may be capable of disrupting GPS signals across vast geographic regions. Scientists say repeated signal drops recorded across Europe, Greenland, and Canada point to the possibility of a space-based jamming system operating from Russia's Molniya orbit satellites. If confirmed, the capability could represent a major escalation in electronic warfare and pose challenges for aviation, navigation, communications, and military operations.


GPS Interference Detected Across Europe Traced to Space

A rare Blue Micromoon is lighting up skies across the world. It is the second full moon of May, making it a Blue Moon, while its position more than 406,000 kilometres from Earth makes it the smallest full moon of the year. Why does it look smaller? What makes it so rare? And why are astrologers calling it a moment of change? Watch the story to know everything you need to know about the celestial event captivating skywatchers worldwide.


Astrologers Say Rare Moon Changes Everything | Blue Micromoon Dazzles the World

NASA is racing to closely monitor a newly detected asteroid that made a sudden close approach to Earth, triggering fresh attention from astronomers worldwide. Scientists reportedly scrambled to calculate the object’s trajectory after its late discovery raised concerns over how difficult some near-Earth objects can be to detect in time. While there is no confirmed collision threat, the incident has once again highlighted the growing global focus on planetary defence and asteroid tracking systems.


NASA Rushes To Track Surprise Asteroid After Close Earth Flyby

A new scientific discovery is challenging long-held assumptions in modern physics, suggesting that the universe may not behave strictly according to established rules. Researchers believe the findings could reshape our understanding of fundamental forces, space, and time.


Universe in Breaking the Rules, New Discovery Shakes Shakes Modern Physics

A top US commander says Washington is very concerned that Russia may be developing a nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit. Such a system could disrupt GPS, communications and vital services across the world. Russia has denied existence of any such systems. 


US Warns Russia May Deploy Nuclear Space Weapon

US Fears Russia Building Satellite Killer Nuke in Orbit 

NASA’s Artemis II is set for a dramatic moment as the Orion spacecraft reaches the far side of the Moon.

During this phase, astronauts aboard Orion spacecraft will temporarily lose all communication with Earth for about 40–41 minutes. This planned blackout is a critical part of the mission, testing deep-space navigation and autonomy.

The signal loss occurs as the spacecraft passes behind the Moon—an area where direct communication with Earth is not possible. While expected, it remains one of the most intense moments of the 10-day crewed lunar flyby
 

Artemis II Loses Signal: NASA Crew To Disappear Behind Moon For 40 Minutes

NASA's critical issue with Voyager 1, the farthest human-made object in space—now over 25 billion kilometers from Earth, has been fixed.

The spacecraft had been sending back “ghostly” and garbled signals due to a malfunction in its Flight Data Subsystem (FDS), raising concerns about its future. Despite the enormous distance—which causes a one-day delay in communication—engineers managed to diagnose and resolve the issue.

Launched in 1977, Voyager 1 continues its journey through interstellar space, sending back invaluable data decades after its mission began.


NASA'S Voyager 1: Mystery Signal From 26 Billion Kilometers Away 

#Gravitas In a major boost to India’s ever-expanding space ambitions, plans are now underway for a third spaceport near Gujarat’s coastline in the Arabian Sea. Gujarat’s science and technology minister, Arjun Modhwadia, said in the state assembly that a suitable site has been identified between Diu and Kodinar.

India Plans Third Spaceport Near Arabian Sea in Gujarat

NASA has announced plans to build a $20 billion base on the Moon, marking a major shift in its Artemis programme. The agency will redirect resources from a planned lunar orbit station to focus on long-term surface operations.

The project aims to establish a sustained human presence on the Moon, with infrastructure, robotic missions and advanced systems planned over the coming years.

NASA’s chief also stressed that the United States “will never give up the Moon again,” signalling a long-term strategic commitment amid a growing space race.

NASA Unveils $20 Billion Moon Base Plan, Says US “Will Never Give Up The Moon” | WION

 Spacex is reportedly preparing to file confidentially for an initial public offering as soon as next month,  a move that could set up one of the biggest stock market debuts in history.


Space X plans confidential IPO filing soon, Bloomberg reports

NASA has delayed the launch of Artemis II following a technical issue involving helium flow in the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The setback impacts NASA’s ambitious lunar exploration timeline under the Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon.

Engineers are assessing the propulsion system anomaly and conducting detailed inspections before setting a new launch date. Artemis II is designed to carry astronauts on a crewed mission around the Moon, marking a critical step toward sustained lunar exploration and future Mars missions.

NASA Delays Launch Of Artemis II Lunar Mission Due To Failure In Helium Flow Of SLS Rocket

NASA chief Jared Isaacman on Saturday ruled out a March launch for Artemis II – the first crewed flyby mission to the moon in more than 50 years – citing technical issues.

Workers detected a problem with helium flow to the massive Space Launch System (SLS) rocket that will "take the March launch window out of consideration," Issacman said in a post on X.

Artemis II Rocket Launch: NASA Rules Out March Launch of Moon Mission

Scientists are increasingly concerned about the Moon slowly shrinking as its interior cools and contracts, causing the lunar surface to wrinkle and form thrust faults. Research suggests this ongoing shrinkage could trigger moonquakes and impact future lunar missions and infrastructure. The findings highlight new risks for space exploration as agencies plan long-term bases and human activity on the Moon.


Why Scientists Are Starting to Worry About The Moon Shrinking?

Moonquakes are a common occurrence. But this is creating cracks on the moon, triggering the birth of new structures and also reshaping the lunar body. Scientists say that the moon is not only going away from us, but is also getting smaller.

Is Earth In Danger As The Moon Shrinks?

As space travel advances, scientists are exploring the possibility of human births in zero-gravity environments. While some view it as the next frontier for humanity, enabling life beyond Earth, others warn of serious health risks to both mother and child.


Zero-G Births: Humanity's Final Frontier Or Fatal Error? 

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