News for 'Moon'

Ananya Wants To Go Back To...

Ananya Wants To Go Back To...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Raai Laxmi cruises... Raveena goes on a safari... Guess who Sanjay met...

Billie Jean King Cup: India beat Chinese Taipei 2-1

Billie Jean King Cup: India beat Chinese Taipei 2-1

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Rutuja Bhosale won the singles rubber while the duo of Prarthana Thombare and Ankita Raina prevailed in the doubles contest as the Indian women's team defeated Chinese Taipei 2-1 in a Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tie in Changsha, China, on Thursday.

Review: New Moon lacks soul

Review: New Moon lacks soul

Rediff.com11 Dec 2009

Strictly for Twihards.

Lined-up, sun and moon give rise to 'King tides'

Lined-up, sun and moon give rise to 'King tides'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

Meteorologist Dan Satterfield reported on his blog hosted by the American Geophysical Union that 'King tides' are produced when the gravitational forces of the Sun, Earth and Moon are aligned.

China aims to put spacecraft on moon

China aims to put spacecraft on moon

Rediff.com26 Feb 2004

The programme is named the Chang'e, referring to a goddess who flew to the moon in an ancient Chinese fairytale.

'We are looking at flying an Indian into space'

'We are looking at flying an Indian into space'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'It's vital that over the next 10 years, that India, the US and the Artemis Accords family of nations come together to ensure that we not only return humanity to the moon, but that we build the technology that will allow us stay there permanently.' 'And then go on to Mars.'

Moon mission in 2006-07: ISRO

Moon mission in 2006-07: ISRO

Rediff.com17 Feb 2004

Chandrayan's operations will be controlled by robots and cover 3.50 lakh kilometre within a period of two years, ISRO chairman G Madhavan Nair said.

Chandrayaan-3 completes final move, now gears up for...

Chandrayaan-3 completes final move, now gears up for...

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

The spacecraft will now prepare for separation of the lander module -- comprising the lander and rover -- from the propulsion module.

Chandrayaan-3 mission on schedule: ISRO a day ahead of landing

Chandrayaan-3 mission on schedule: ISRO a day ahead of landing

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The space agency said the Mission Operations Complex (MOX), located at the ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) in Bengaluru, is buzzing with energy and excitement.

Paralympics Day 2: Golden girl Avani leads India's medal rush

Paralympics Day 2: Golden girl Avani leads India's medal rush

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

How India's athletes fared at the Paris Paralympic Games on Friday.

India eyes rare feat as ISRO gears up for 3rd lunar mission

India eyes rare feat as ISRO gears up for 3rd lunar mission

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Four years after it broke many hearts, Indian Space Research Organisation's Chandrayaan is all set to soar towards the moon in its third expedition on Friday in an attempt to put the country in an elite club of nations that accomplished lunar missions with a soft landing.

ISRO gears up for further probes on the moon

ISRO gears up for further probes on the moon

Rediff.com15 Nov 2008

The Indian Space Research Organisation is gearing up to turn on several probes, a day after the box carrying the Moon Impact Probe, armed with the tricolour, crash-landed on the lunar surface to mark India's presence on the moon.Scientists at ISRO told rediff.com that the groundwork to detach eight other payloads from Chandrayaan-1, in order to conduct further studies on the moon, was underway.

'I knew I could shine': Hardik Pandya silences critics

'I knew I could shine': Hardik Pandya silences critics

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Very emotional after the last six months: Hardik Pandya after India's T20 WC win

Indian on moon still far off: ISRO chief

Indian on moon still far off: ISRO chief

Rediff.com31 Jan 2008

For all the jokes that have been going around for decades that when American astronaut Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, an Indian was already there, seriously, the hype about an Indian on the moon may be still be a ways off, according to the Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organization G Madhavan Nair.

Chandrayaan-3: ISRO Seeks Balaji's Blessings

Chandrayaan-3: ISRO Seeks Balaji's Blessings

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

A team of Indian Space Research Organisation scientists on July 13 visited the Tirupati Venkatachalapathy temple ahead of Friday's much anticipated Chandrayaan-3 launch.

India's moon mission likely on April 9

India's moon mission likely on April 9

Rediff.com1 Dec 2007

"It will take about five-and-half days for Chandrayaan-1 to get to the moon," officials said, adding that the probe will be in a 100 km polar orbit around the Moon.

China's first lunar probe enters moon's orbit

China's first lunar probe enters moon's orbit

Rediff.com5 Nov 2007

Following commands, Chang'e-1 started braking at a position 300 km away from the moon and entered its orbit Monday morning, making it China's first circumlunar satellite.

The BJP & Man on the Moon

The BJP & Man on the Moon

Rediff.com18 Sep 2003

Youth ask for jobs, govt says look at moon: Rahul in Maha

Youth ask for jobs, govt says look at moon: Rahul in Maha

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

He also sought to know if Modi, during his recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, asked the latter about the 2017 Doklam standoff.

Chandrayaan: ISRO's informal social media posts win hearts

Chandrayaan: ISRO's informal social media posts win hearts

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Interspersing their tweets and posts with an occasional 'Welcome buddy!' and 'Thanks for the ride, Mate!', ISRO's social media handles occasionally departed from using just technical terms to give updates about India's ambitious Moon mission Chandrayaan-3.

NASA spots 'impossible' cloud on Saturn moon -- for second time

NASA spots 'impossible' cloud on Saturn moon -- for second time

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Located in Titan's stratosphere, the cloud is made of a compound of carbon and nitrogen known as dicyanoacetylene (C4N2), an ingredient in the chemical cocktail that colours the giant moon's hazy, brownish-orange atmosphere.

With havan and namaz, world prays for Chandrayaan-3

With havan and namaz, world prays for Chandrayaan-3

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Regardless of religious boundaries, individuals are coming together to lend their support to the Chandrayaan-3 mission.

What's next for Chandrayaan-3 after successful launch

What's next for Chandrayaan-3 after successful launch

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

'Today onwards, the onboard thrusters will be fired and Chandryaan-3 will be taken away from Earth for an eventful landing on Moon's surface on August 23'

China's Jade Rabbit leaves trace on moon

China's Jade Rabbit leaves trace on moon

Rediff.com15 Dec 2013

China's first lunar probe on Sunday successfully separated from the lander and left deep traces on its loose soil, hours after the communist giant carried out the world's first soft landing on the lunar surface in nearly 40 years.

New research reveals much more water on moon

New research reveals much more water on moon

Rediff.com15 Jun 2010

A US-led team has found that there is at least 100 times more water in the moon's minerals that was previously believed -- in fact, the scientists have based its findings on an analysis of the mineral apatite in lunar rocks picked up by Apollo space missions and in lunar meteorite found in Africa.

India Shining Under Modi In International Arena

India Shining Under Modi In International Arena

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

PM Modi went to New York this time not to engage in polemics, but to find solutions to global problems. He made some progress on several matters, even on reform of the UN Security Council, when the US made a major concession for the first time that six permanent members without veto, including India, could be considered

I salute Chandrayaan-3's passengers: Raj min's faux pas

I salute Chandrayaan-3's passengers: Raj min's faux pas

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Rajasthan Sports Minister Ashok Chandna made the slip hours before the touchdown by Chandrayaan's lander on the lunar surface - an unmanned landing eagerly anticipated across the country.

What I Discovered In 100 Hours In Seoul

What I Discovered In 100 Hours In Seoul

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

A sojourn in Seoul, one of Asia's largest metropolises, where the ultra-modern coexists with the ancient -- temples and palaces with futuristic skyscrapers climbing to the stratosphere, K-pop with Buddhism, a village within city limits.

Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point to be called 'Shiva Shakti': Modi at ISRO

Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point to be called 'Shiva Shakti': Modi at ISRO

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

August 23, the day the Chandrayaan-3 lander touched down on the lunar surface, would be celebrated as 'National Space Day'.

Manu Bhaker's next challenge: Balancing fame and focus

Manu Bhaker's next challenge: Balancing fame and focus

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

With millions of dollars set to come her way via cash rewards and endorsements, maintaining focus solely on sport can be a challenge.

Why this ISRO scientist has not visited his Manipur home for over 2 years

Why this ISRO scientist has not visited his Manipur home for over 2 years

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Meet Indian Space Research Organisation scientist Ningthoujam Raghu Singh, who was one of the bright sparks responsible for sending Chandrayaan-3 to the moon.

What's On Your Eid Menu?

What's On Your Eid Menu?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Kebabs, biryani and Sheer Khurma? Add to that and experiment with the delicacies we have on offer.

What Links This Gent To Chandrayaan-3?

What Links This Gent To Chandrayaan-3?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Palanivel, father of Chandrayaan-3 Mission Director Veeramuthuvel, speaks to the media on the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the surface of the moon

China's lunar probe Chang'e-1 lands on Moon

China's lunar probe Chang'e-1 lands on Moon

Rediff.com1 Mar 2009

China's lunar mission aiming to send 'robotic explorers' before 2020, on Sunday landed its first satellite on Moon, as the Communist nation braces to compete in space technology with countries like the United States, Russia and India.

Praise for Rohit and Co after defending lowest ever total in T20 WC

Praise for Rohit and Co after defending lowest ever total in T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The Indian cricket fraternity praised the team for pulling off the win.

Schumacher over the moon after Chinese victory

Schumacher over the moon after Chinese victory

Rediff.com1 Oct 2006

The Ferrari ace breathed a sigh of considerable relief as he celebrated one of the sport's great comebacks.

Seal the deal at Copenhagen: Ban Ki-Moon

Seal the deal at Copenhagen: Ban Ki-Moon

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

Ban Ki-moon said he is encouraged that more than 105 heads of state and government are committed to participate in the meeting of world leaders on the 18th of this month.

Pochettino living the dream as Spurs aim for the moon

Pochettino living the dream as Spurs aim for the moon

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

There is still a long way to go, with a young Ajax side sure to present a formidable obstacle to a Spurs squad shorn of leading strikers Harry Kane and Son Heung-min.

'Actresses Should Be Paid Same As Actors'

'Actresses Should Be Paid Same As Actors'

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'Art should be judged by the way it is made and not by who is in it.' 'We should get better pay cheques now, because there is a huge gap. I hope that happens in time.'

Did You Miss The Hybrid Solar Eclipse?

Did You Miss The Hybrid Solar Eclipse?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

A phenomenon that changes the moon's appearance from annular (the moon appears visually smaller and is not able to fully cover the sun) to total (when the moon completely covers the sun) and back as the moon's shadow moves across the earth's surface.