It takes approximately 50 minutes to fully reload an S-400 launcher, though highly trained crews can reduce this to 30 minutes. The process requires a specialised 22T6 transloader crane, creating a dangerous vulnerability window during combat.

How long does it take to reload an S-400 launcher?

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To intercept an ICBM, an S-400 missile would need to exceed Mach 20 (24,000 km/h) to catch the hypersonic re-entry vehicle. The current 40N6E missile peaks at Mach 14, forcing Russia to build the S-500 Prometheus for true intercontinental defence.

How fast would an S-400 missile need to be to intercept an ICBM?

An ICBM is significantly faster than any S-400 missile. Strategic ICBMs reach staggering velocities of Mach 20 to Mach 25 (30,000 km/h) in space, easily outpacing the S-400's fastest interceptor, the 40N6E, which peaks at Mach 14 (17,000 km/h).

ICBM vs S-400 missile: Which one is actually faster?

The S-400's famous 400-km range only applies to aircraft. Against ballistic missiles, its protection envelope shrinks to a 60-km radius (11,300 sq km) due to the extreme speed of incoming threats, forcing it into a strict point-defence role.

How much territory could an S-400 actually protect from a ballistic missile?

'130 light-years': NASA's James Webb Telescope discovers four giant exoplanets around a nearby star

First Direct Image

HR 8799 System

Clues to Planet

Direct Imaging of Exoplanets

Comparison

 Future Observations

Understanding Planetary Systems 

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have captured the first direct images of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere of a planet beyond our solar system. The discovery enhances understanding of planetary formation and atmospheric composition.


NASA's Sunita Williams to be carried on a 'stretcher' after prolonged space mission! Here's why

'Stranded' NASA Astronauts

Extended Mission Duration

Re-adaptation to Earth's Gravity

Muscle Atrophy

Bone Density Reduction

Space Motion Sickness

Standard Safety Protocols

Post-Landing Medical Evaluations

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are scheduled to return to Earth on Tuesday, March 18, after an extended nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Upon landing, standard protocol dictates that they will be carried on stretchers. Here's an overview of the reasons behind this procedure:

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Return Timeline

‘Baby Feet’ Syndrome

Bone Density and Muscle Loss

Cardiovascular Changes

Brain and Vision Impacts

Radiation Exposure

Recovery Process

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, originally set for a shorter mission, have been in space for over nine months due to technical concerns with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. 


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Exoplanets

Kepler-421b

Proxima Centauri

Barnard’s Star

XO-1 b

TRAPPIST-1e

55 Cancri e

WD 1856 b

NASA has confirmed over 5,000 exoplanets, ranging from scorching gas giants to icy water worlds, some with the potential to support life. 


'1,400 light-years away': NASA’s James Webb Telescope discovers mysterious free-floating objects in space

Discovery

Challenging Star Formation Limits

Advancing Observations

 Cosmic Dust

Planets and Brown Dwarfs

Future Studies 

Understanding Substellar Objects

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has detected a population of free-floating brown dwarfs in the Flame Nebula, a star-forming region around 1,400 light-years from Earth. Some of these objects have masses as low as two to three times that of Jupiter.


'100 years of life': China builds nuclear battery that could last over a century

Based on Carbon-14

Long-Lasting Power

Extreme Temperature Resistance

High Energy Density

Potential Use in Space

Future Development 

China Expands 

Chinese researchers have developed the country’s first nuclear battery using carbon-14, a weakly radioactive isotope of carbon. The battery generates electricity through radioactive decay and is designed to function without recharging for decades.


'Miracle': Italian scientist freezes light using quantum techniques

Supersolid Properties 

Research 

Supersolidity in Light 

How Light Was ‘Frozen’ 

Polariton Condensates

Quantum Computing

Future Research Directions

Researchers in Italy have demonstrated that light can behave as a supersolid—a state of matter that flows without friction while maintaining a structured form. This discovery, published in Nature, challenges existing theories about energy and matter.


'Waterless concrete for Mars': IIT scientists are developing extraterrestrial products for human settlement beyond Earth

Research on Space Colonisation

Waterless Concrete for Mars 

Significance of the Innovation 

Microgravity Research Facility 

Space Manufacturing 

Practical Applications on Earth 

Contribution to India’s Space Goals 

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras is advancing research on extraterrestrial manufacturing, focusing on solutions for human settlement beyond Earth. The Extraterrestrial Manufacturing (ExTeM) team is leading efforts in this area.


Sunita Williams' Rescue Mission: NASA, SpaceX to launch Crew 10 on Holi 2025! Check out the full schedule

Crew-10 Launch Timing

Previous Launch

Extended Stay

Next Steps After Launch

New Astronaut Crew on ISS 

 NASA’s Emphasis on Safety

Mission Timeline Adjusted 

NASA and SpaceX have announced that the Crew-10 mission will launch on Friday at 7:03 PM EDT (Saturday, 4:30 AM IST) to facilitate the return of astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, according to Reuters.


'Rescue mission': How Elon Musk's SpaceX will bring NASA's Sunita Williams back on Earth

Extended Space Mission

Launch Replacement Crew

Crew-10 Astronauts

Crew Dragon’s Journey

Handover Process

Crew-9’s Return Timeline

Safe Splashdown

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and her crewmate Butch Wilmore are preparing to return to Earth after more than eight months aboard the International Space Station (ISS). 

'Trapped inside a black hole': NASA's James Webb Telescope discovers a mind-blowing possibility about our existence

Unusual Galactic Rotation

Potential Evidence

Black Hole Cosmology

Black Holes as Gateways

Black Hole’s Rotation

The Milky Way’s Influence

Impact on Cosmology

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has observed that most distant galaxies rotate in a preferred direction. Data from the JADES survey suggests that around two-thirds spin clockwise, while the remaining third rotate counter-clockwise, challenging expectations of a random distribution.


'Will scan universe in colour': NASA launches James Webb Telescope killer 'SPHEREx' onboard SpaceX' rocket

Dual Mission Takes Off

New Infrared Observatory

Origins of the Universe

PUNCH Mission

Sun-Synchronous Orbit

 Launch Strategy

Scientific Contributions

SpaceX successfully launched two NASA missions, SPHEREx and PUNCH, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The launch, initially set for 28 February, faced multiple delays due to weather and technical issues.

'The real reason': Why SpaceX postponed NASA's Sunita Williams' rescue mission till Friday?

Launch Scrubbed

Transporter-Erector

No Technical Problems

Next Launch Attempt

Return Plans

SpaceX cancelled the launch of Crew-10, scheduled for 12 March, just 45 minutes before liftoff. The mission was set to carry four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Centre in Florida.

'China’s biggest secret': What Is Manus AI and how dangerous is it?

Fully Autonomous

A System That Thinks 

Intelligence and Speed

Secrecy and Limited Public Access

Security Risks and Data

China’s AI Dominance Strategy

Fear of an Uncontrollable Future

On 6 March 2025, a Chinese startup named Monica introduced Manus AI, an artificial intelligence system capable of making decisions and executing tasks without human oversight. Unlike traditional AI models that require prompts, Manus can act independently, raising concerns over the loss of human control in AI operations.


'100 million degree': China's artificial sun could generate unlimited energy in future

Nuclear Fusion

China’s Artificial Sun

Why 100 Million Degrees

Stability in Plasma Control

Fusion Projects

Next Steps 

 The Global Impact

China’s Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST) has achieved a sustained temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius. This marks a significant advancement in nuclear fusion research, a step towards generating clean and sustainable energy.


'650 light-years away': NASA's James Webb Telescope discovers outburst of a new solar system

Lynds 483

Gas and Dust Ejections

Visual Features 

Infrared Observations

Contribution of Beverly T. Lynds

Future Evolution 

Star Formation

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured detailed images of Lynds 483 (L483), a star-forming region located 650 light-years away in the Serpens constellation. The near-infrared images reveal complex structures of gas and dust shaped by two young protostars at the centre of the nebula.


'Blood Moon 2025': Where to see the total lunar eclipse this week

Total Lunar Eclipse

Best Viewing Locations

Eclipse Timings

Visibility in North and South America

Limited Visibility 

Viewing Conditions

Online Viewing Options

The first total lunar eclipse since 2022 will take place on the night of 13-14 March 2025. The Moon will pass through Earth's shadow for 65 minutes, appearing red in what is commonly known as a "Blood Moon." The eclipse will be visible from various parts of the world, depending on the time and location.

'Star Wars': Could countries engage in an armed conflict over territory on the Moon?

Space Settlement

Outer Space Treaty

Property Rights

National Laws

United Nations Charter

Artemis Accords

Space Property Rights

Private companies and individuals are increasingly considering permanent settlements in outer space and on celestial bodies. However, the absence of governing laws could lead to disputes over territory and resources.


'Countdown begins': NASA’s Sunita Williams' return mission is ready to bring her back to Earth

SpaceX Crew-10 Mission

Launch Schedule

Dragon Spacecraft

Docking Process

Extended Stay in Space

Return of Williams and Wilmore

Political Reactions

SpaceX is preparing to launch the Crew-10 mission, which will transport four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission aims to replace the current crew at the station.

'Goodbye to space': NASA's Sunita Williams to return to Earth with Elon Musk's help

NASA Astronauts Set to Return

Crew 9 to Return 

Potential Delays

Final Space Mission

5. 2004 ICC Champions Trophy – Ramnaresh Sarwan (West Indies)

Trump’s Claims

Political Debate

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are expected to return to Earth on 16 March 2025. Their initial eight-day mission extended to nearly nine months due to technical issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. They will return aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft.

'James Webb killer': NASA set to launch SPHEREx and PUNCH missions tonight: Check schedule, live stream and more

Launch Details

Where to Watch

SPHEREx Mission Purpose

SPHEREx vs James Webb

PUNCH Mission Purpose

Impact on Space Weather Monitoring

Key Observing Techniques

NASA will launch the SPHEREx and PUNCH missions aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, on March 8 at 10:09 p.m. EST (March 9 at 0309 GMT). The missions are part of NASA’s Launch Services Program, which pairs scientific missions with commercial rockets for cost efficiency.

'100 kilometres wide': Scientists discover a billion year old impact crater in Australia

Discovery of Ancient Crater

Geologists have identified the world’s oldest known impact crater in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The crater, estimated to be at least 100 kilometres wide, was formed around 3.47 billion years ago when a large space rock struck Earth.

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