News for 'Moon'

ISRO confirms presence of water molecule on Moon

ISRO confirms presence of water molecule on Moon

Rediff.com24 Sep 2009

In a major breakthrough, the Indian Space Research Organisation has for the first time formally confirmed the presence of water molecule on the lunar surface of the moon.

'A Mother Is The Backbone Of A Family'

'A Mother Is The Backbone Of A Family'

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Actors share adorable moments with their mums on Mother's Day.

Tonight a 'blue moon' will rise in the sky

Tonight a 'blue moon' will rise in the sky

Rediff.com31 Jul 2004

Come Saturday night and Indians can watch a phenomena that rarely occurs -- a second full moon in a calendar month. The first full moon was on July 2.

Chandrayaan-3: Cong accuses PM of 'hogging limelight'

Chandrayaan-3: Cong accuses PM of 'hogging limelight'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

'ISRO Chairman Dr. Somanath's leadership truly created history and we extend our hearty congratulations to him and his team,' Venugopal said on X, formerly Twitter.

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

India scripted history as the ambitious third Moon mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) touched down on the Moon's south pole, propelling the country to an exclusive club of four and making it the first nation to land on the uncharted surface.

Karva Chauth: 'Both moons rose together'

Karva Chauth: 'Both moons rose together'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

We invited readers to share stories of their most unforgettable Karva Chauth with us. Here are two more responses.

Priyanka, Malti Marie Look For Supermoon

Priyanka, Malti Marie Look For Supermoon

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Priyanka Chopra and singer Nick Jonas have been treating us fans to adorable pictures and videos of their daughter Malti Marie.

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

A sneak peek of some extraordinary entries for the 60th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year event.

When Bhagat Singh Asked Rajguru To Shoot Him

When Bhagat Singh Asked Rajguru To Shoot Him

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

On Bhagat Singh's 117th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts fascinating incidents from the legend's life.

PIX: Preity over the moon as Kings rule supreme...

PIX: Preity over the moon as Kings rule supreme...

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

This season Punjab have certainly delighted.

Collective success of every Indian, says Congress with nod to its govts role

Collective success of every Indian, says Congress with nod to its govts role

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

After Chandrayaan-3 touched down on the Moon, the Congress on Wednesday said it is a collective success of every Indian and ISRO's achievement reflects a saga of continuity and is truly fantastic.

Chandrayaan-2 welcomes Chandrayaan-3 ahead of landing

Chandrayaan-2 welcomes Chandrayaan-3 ahead of landing

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

ISRO on Monday said a two-way communication between the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter and Chandrayaan-3's Lunar Module has been established.

Does A Democracy Need A Sengol?

Does A Democracy Need A Sengol?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The sengol must revert to where it belongs -- behind a glass case and not figure in ceremonies concerning India's democracy, argues Shyam G Menon.

An Indian on moon in 20 years?

An Indian on moon in 20 years?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2004

'Why Are Stars Being Paid Rs 35 Crore?'

'Why Are Stars Being Paid Rs 35 Crore?'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

'Everyone knows the money the stars are asking for is absurd.'

Lord Venkateswara name to be 'carried'  to Moon

Lord Venkateswara name to be 'carried' to Moon

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

The name of Lord Venkateswara, the presiding deity of the 2,000-year-old hill shrine at Tirumala, is all set to "Reach the Moon" onboard the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) of the US space agency NASA, scheduled for launch later this year, according to a devotee.

India, Russia mull joint mission to moon, Mars

India, Russia mull joint mission to moon, Mars

Rediff.com27 Sep 2007

India and Russia held discussions on the possibility of cooperation in space exploration, including missions to the moon and Mars. Russia's head of Federal Space Agency met the Indian Space Research Organisation chairman.

Recognise These Stars?

Recognise These Stars?

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Raima Sen surprised her social media followers by revealing some 'hidden gems' from her albums.

Moon mission to cost Rs 400 crore

Moon mission to cost Rs 400 crore

Rediff.com6 Feb 2004

Stuck in space, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams says...

Stuck in space, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams says...

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

'I feel confident that, if we had to, if there was a problem with the International Space Station, we would get in (the Starliner spacecraft) and we could undock, talk to our team, and figure out the best way to come home'

'ISRO scientists are not bothered about money but...'

'ISRO scientists are not bothered about money but...'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Ex-ISRO chairman G Madhavan Nair said the scientists at space agency have achieved this historic success by getting a salary one-fifth of the scientists in the developed world.

Cabinet approves mission to Moon

Cabinet approves mission to Moon

Rediff.com11 Sep 2003

The Lunar Mission, Chandrayan-I, would cost Rs 386 crore with the foreign exchange component estimated at Rs 210.90 crore.

Oscars: Robert Downey Jr Thanks His 'Terrible Childhood'

Oscars: Robert Downey Jr Thanks His 'Terrible Childhood'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Robert Downey Jr bagged his first ever Oscar award for his performance in the biopic drama film, Oppenheimer.

Ban ki-Moon at the World Hindi Conference

Ban ki-Moon at the World Hindi Conference

Rediff.com14 Jul 2007

The delegates, who come from diverse fields, will consider how information technology and globalization can be used to propagate the language.

Countdown begins for India's moon mission

Countdown begins for India's moon mission

Rediff.com20 Oct 2008

The final 52-hour countdown for the October 22 launch of the country's first moon mission, Chandrayaan-I, began early on Monday morning at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The multi-mission communication satellite, also known as PAKSAT MM1, was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China's southwestern province of Sichuan, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

Rakul's Best Bridal Look? VOTE!

Rakul's Best Bridal Look? VOTE!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

What a beautiful bride Rakul Singh made!

Missing Malaika Arora's Dance Moves?

Missing Malaika Arora's Dance Moves?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

She's back with yet another hot number, this time it's sung by Guru Randhawa.

Moon Mission: India is having a ball

Moon Mission: India is having a ball

Rediff.com15 Nov 2008

It was former President A P J Abdul Kalam's idea to paint the Indian flag on the Moon. Minutes after his dream was realized, a relieved Kalam is seen holding a globe with the Tricolour on it. ISRO chief Madhavan Nair is also seen.

Seen The Ring of Fire?

Seen The Ring of Fire?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Glimpse the annular solar eclipse.

Chand Si Khoobsurat Nushrrat!

Chand Si Khoobsurat Nushrrat!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Once in a way a gal will come along who will totally sweep you off your feet with her fashion.

Chandrayaan-II to probe further for water on moon

Chandrayaan-II to probe further for water on moon

Rediff.com28 Sep 2009

With India's maiden Moon Mission making a path-breaking discovery on water presence on the lunar surface, the objectives of Chandrayaan-II will be modified for further probes in that aspect, ISRO chairman Dr G Madhavan Nair has said

No help from Russia, ISRO to undertake moon mission no. 2 on its own

No help from Russia, ISRO to undertake moon mission no. 2 on its own

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

The teething issues concerning the launch of Chandrayaan 2 -- the second lunar mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation -- have been cleared.

Chandrayaan-3 1st orbit-raising manoeuvre successful, 'health normal'

Chandrayaan-3 1st orbit-raising manoeuvre successful, 'health normal'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Chandrayaan-3 is now in an orbit, which when closest to Earth is at 173 km and farthest from Earth is at 41,762 km, the space agency said.

Ban Ki Moon speaks to Zardari about UN official

Ban Ki Moon speaks to Zardari about UN official

Rediff.com7 Mar 2009

The kidnapping of United Nations High Commision for Refugees official John Solecki and setting up of UN inquiry commission to probe former Pakistan premier Benazir's Bhutto assassination were among the issues that the world body chief .

How Pakistan reacted to Chandryaan-3's success

How Pakistan reacted to Chandryaan-3's success

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch during her briefing on Friday was asked to comment on the successful soft-landing of the Chandrayaan-3 mission on the Moon.

They've got a plot on the moon

They've got a plot on the moon

Rediff.com24 Aug 2006

The Dasguptas have bought a plot for $100.

Modi declares August 23 as National Space Day

Modi declares August 23 as National Space Day

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

A visibly emotional Modi addressed scientists at the Indian Space Research organisation's command centre in Bengaluru, who were involved in the Chandrayaan-3 mission and lauded them for their efforts.

The total eclipse of the moon

The total eclipse of the moon

Rediff.com21 Feb 2008

The year 2008 will have two pair of eclipses -- a total lunar eclipse on February 21 and a total solar eclipse on August 1.