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Chandrayaan-2 Detects Possible Ice Beneath Lunar Surface Why in the News ? Scientists using data from Chandrayaan-2 have identified possible signs of sub-surface water ice in the Lunar South Polar Region. The discovery, based on radar observations, could support future lunar exploration and long-term human presence on the Moon. Key Findings from Chandrayaan-2 Mission Nearly …
Read MoreArtemis Missions Aim Long-Term Human Presence On Moon Why in News ? NASA’s Artemis II mission, set to carry astronauts around the Moon, marks a major step in renewed lunar exploration. It aims to establish a sustainable human presence and prepare for deep space missions, including Mars exploration, while adhering to the precautionary principle in …
Read MoreNASA’s Artemis II Mission (2025): Paving the Path for Lunar Exploration Introduction: A New Era in Space In 2025, NASA Artemis is set to make history once again with the launch of Artemis II, the first crewed mission to the Moon in over five decades. This ambitious Artemis moon mission will carry four NASA astronauts …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Advancement in the field of Science and technology Space technology. Why in the News? A new study based on Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram lander data suggests that water ice may be more accessible on the Moon than previously believed. The study, conducted by researchers from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, provides insights into temperature …
Read MoreWhy in the news? China’s Chang’e-6 lunar probe accomplished a successful landing on the far side of the moon. State media reported the milestone, marking a significant achievement for China’s space program. It underscores China’s commitment to its decades-old space program and its ambitions in lunar exploration. source:wordpress Chang’e-6 probe Key Facts: Sample Collection: The …
Read MoreWhy in the news? “ISRO discovers increased likelihood of water ice in the moon’s polar craters, crucial for future lunar exploration missions.” About ISRO’s Discovery of Water Ice on Moon: Indian space scientists, along with collaborators, discovered evidence of increased likelihood of water ice occurrence in the moon’s polar craters. Research conducted by ISRO’s Space …
Read MoreWhy in the news? ISRO plans Chandrayaan-4 mission for lunar exploration, aiming to land an Indian astronaut on the moon by 2040. source:slideseerve About the plans for India’s next lunar mission: ISRO chief S Somnath discusses plans for India’s next lunar mission, Chandrayaan-4, aiming to land an astronaut on the moon by 2040. Chandrayaan-4 is …
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