Moon
Russian Lunar Lander Luna 25 Crashes on Moon’s Surface
Russia’s lunar lander mission, Luna 25, which aimed to land near the lunar south pole at the Boguslawsky crater, crashed on the Moon’s surface during de-orbiting due to technical glitches. The mission was launched on August 10, 2023, atop a ..
Granite on Moon
Scientists have made a remarkable discovery beneath the surface of the Moon, uncovering a massive chunk of granite that sheds light on a unique form of lunar volcanism. Unveiling the Hidden Granite The chunk of rock was discovered through ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is Moon Time Zone?
Moon Time Zone has been proposed for establishing a universal timekeeping system that will simplify communication and coordination among different lunar missions. The proposal has come in response to the increasing number of lunar missions being planned and launched by ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is Worm Moon?
The final full moon of the winter season, called the Worm Moon, was visible on March 6 and 7. Each year, the timing varies between late February to late March. The name of this full moon is derived from the ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
NASA’s Moon landing sites for Artemis III mission
NASA is in full preparation to send its astronauts to moon again. Ths US space agency is currently focusing on the launch of its Artemis I rocket which is scheduled to be launched on August 29, 2022. This rocket is ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is a Blood Moon?
A Blood Moon occurs when the Moon of the Earth is on total lunar Eclipse. During this time, the moon looks red or ruddy brown. Thus it is called Blood Moon. The next Blood Moon is to occur on May ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2021