20May 2026

Zwan–Wolf Effect on Mars Explained for UPSC

ZWAN-WOLF EFFECT Why in the News? Mars Discovery: Scientists detected the Zwan-Wolf effect on Mars using data from National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s MAVEN spacecraft, marking a significant milestone in understanding planetary atmospheric dynamics and space weather phenomena, while demonstrating the importance of india-us relations and quadrilateral security dialogue frameworks in advancing space exploration capabilities …

19May 2026

SMILE Mission: Studying Earth’s Solar Shield

SMILE Mission Studies Earth’s Shield Against Solar Storms Why in the News ? The joint Europe-China SMILE mission is set to launch aboard the Vega-C rocket to study how Earth’s magnetosphere protects the planet from harmful solar winds and dangerous space weather events. International Cooperation Framework The SMILE mission represents a landmark example of international …

17Oct 2025

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NASA’s PUNCH Mission Makes Solar Wind Visible

NASA’s PUNCH Mission Makes Solar Wind Visible Why in the News ? NASA’s PUNCH Space Mission, led by Dr. Craig Edward DeForest, aims to study the Sun’s corona and solar wind as a unified system. The mission enhances our ability to predict space weather, crucial for protecting satellites and communication systems, and contributes to broader …

27Mar 2025

Parker Solar Probe Breaks Record, Unlocks Sun’s Mysteries

Why in the News ? NASA’s Parker Solar Probe reached just 6 million km from the Sun’s surface on March 22, 2025, setting a new record. It continues to study solar wind, corona, and magnetic fields, providing crucial insights into space weather and solar activity. Highlights of the Mission: The Parker Solar Probe, launched by …

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Zwan–Wolf Effect on Mars Explained for UPSC

SMILE Mission: Studying Earth’s Solar Shield

NASA’s PUNCH Mission Makes Solar Wind Visible

Parker Solar Probe Breaks Record, Unlocks Sun’s Mysteries

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