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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
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India's Most Advanced Satellite Launch From US Is Elon Musk's 'Trump' Card
SpaceX, the company owned by 'The First Buddy' of US President-elect Donald Trump, is the first big beneficiary of a multi-million dollar deal inked by India's space agency.
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Reliance Lobbies for Satellite Spectrum Auction in New Clash With Starlink
Reliance lobbied the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday to reconsider its plan to administratively allocate satellite spectrum, instead of auctioning it. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said in October that the government would allocate spectrum in line with global trends. However, it will issue a final notification on how s...
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SpaceX to Launch 20 Starlink Satellites from California on November 9
On 9 November, SpaceX will launch 20 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, using its Falcon 9 rocket. Scheduled for 1:16 a.m. Eastern Time, the launch includes 13 satellites with direct-to-cell technology, aiming to boost mobile connectivity. After liftoff, Falcon 9’s first stage is set to land on SpaceX’s Pacific dr...
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European Space Agency in Talks with SpaceX for Global Initiative on Space Junk Reduction
The European Space Agency (ESA) is currently in discussions with SpaceX regarding the latter’s potential involvement in a global initiative to address space junk. With nearly 19,000 pieces of debris orbiting Earth, ESA’s Zero Debris Charter aims to halt the addition of new debris by 2030. As SpaceX operates about two-thirds of active satellites...
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SpaceX Successfully Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Further Expanding Global Internet Coverage
SpaceX successfully launched 23 more Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral, expanding the satellite network that aims to provide global internet coverage. The mission took place on 23rd October, 2024, marking the 18th flight of the Falcon 9 booster. Astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell reported over 6,400 satellites are now part of the Starlink const...
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Video Explainer: Understanding The LAC And The Stand-Off With China
PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first "formal bilateral meeting" since the military stand-off between India and China began in 2020. Here is an explainer with video, a map, and satellite images to help understand the LAC.
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NISAR Mission 2025: NASA and ISRO Join Forces to Monitor Earth's Ecosystems and Surface Changes
The NISAR Mission 2025, a joint effort between NASA and ISRO, aims to observe Earth's surface, ecosystems, and track environmental changes. The satellite will use cutting-edge radar technology to collect data on biomass, natural disasters, and sea-level rise. Scheduled to launch in 2025, NISAR will be a vital tool for global climate and ecosystem m...
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Government Says No Auction of Satellite Spectrum; Elon Musk Hails Decision
The government has announced that it will allocate spectrum for satellite broadband through administrative means, hours after Elon Musk labelled the auction approach sought by billionaire Mukesh Ambani as "unprecedented." Musk's Starlink has argued that the administrative allocation of licenses aligns with global practices, whereas Reliance argues ...
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Satellite Data Confirms Climate Crisis as Sea Level and Global Temperature Rises
Satellites are providing critical evidence for the climate crisis. With the highest global temperatures recorded in 2024 and sea levels rising consistently for 30 years, satellite data points to a clear climate crisis. This data helps scientists track environmental changes, making it crucial for informing policymakers and guiding global responses t...
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Scientists Find Evidence of Past Extreme Solar Storms, Warn of Potential Technological Catastrophe
Scientists have uncovered evidence of past solar storms that were far more extreme than the well-known Carrington event of 1859, which disrupted telegraph systems across Europe and North America. By studying radiocarbon levels in tree rings, researchers like Fusa Miyake have identified ancient solar events, including a massive storm in AD774 that d...
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No Toll Up To 20 km For Private Vehicles With Global Navigation Satellite System
Motorists using private vehicles with a functional global navigation satellite system (GNSS) will be allowed to travel toll-free on highways and expressways up to 20 kilometres daily with effect from Tuesday, according to a government notification.
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Government To Implement Satellite-Based Toll Collection
Vehicles equipped with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) On-Board Units (OBUs) will have the capability to automatically pay tolls based on the distance they cover.
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Reflect Orbital Plans to ‘Sell Sunlight’ at Night With the Help of Satellite Mirrors
A California-based start-up, Reflect Orbital, has announced an innovative plan that could significantly enhance global energy consumption by providing sunlight after sunset. The company, led by company's CEO Ben Nowack, plans to redirect sunlight onto Earth's solar panels during the night, effectively "selling sunlight" on demand. This innovative i...
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Catapults 22 Starlink Satellites into Orbit; Achieves Successful Landing
On August 20, 2024, SpaceX successfully launched 22 new Starlink satellites, significantly expanding its global satellite network. The launch took place at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, with the Falcon 9 rocket lifting off at 9:20 a.m. EDT. This mission was particularly noteworthy because it involved a brand-new Falcon 9 rocket mak...
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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
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India's Most Advanced Satellite Launch From US Is Elon Musk's 'Trump' Card
SpaceX, the company owned by 'The First Buddy' of US President-elect Donald Trump, is the first big beneficiary of a multi-million dollar deal inked by India's space agency.
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Reliance Lobbies for Satellite Spectrum Auction in New Clash With Starlink
Reliance lobbied the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday to reconsider its plan to administratively allocate satellite spectrum, instead of auctioning it. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said in October that the government would allocate spectrum in line with global trends. However, it will issue a final notification on how s...
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SpaceX to Launch 20 Starlink Satellites from California on November 9
On 9 November, SpaceX will launch 20 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, using its Falcon 9 rocket. Scheduled for 1:16 a.m. Eastern Time, the launch includes 13 satellites with direct-to-cell technology, aiming to boost mobile connectivity. After liftoff, Falcon 9’s first stage is set to land on SpaceX’s Pacific dr...
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European Space Agency in Talks with SpaceX for Global Initiative on Space Junk Reduction
The European Space Agency (ESA) is currently in discussions with SpaceX regarding the latter’s potential involvement in a global initiative to address space junk. With nearly 19,000 pieces of debris orbiting Earth, ESA’s Zero Debris Charter aims to halt the addition of new debris by 2030. As SpaceX operates about two-thirds of active satellites...
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SpaceX Successfully Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Further Expanding Global Internet Coverage
SpaceX successfully launched 23 more Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral, expanding the satellite network that aims to provide global internet coverage. The mission took place on 23rd October, 2024, marking the 18th flight of the Falcon 9 booster. Astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell reported over 6,400 satellites are now part of the Starlink const...
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Video Explainer: Understanding The LAC And The Stand-Off With China
PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first "formal bilateral meeting" since the military stand-off between India and China began in 2020. Here is an explainer with video, a map, and satellite images to help understand the LAC.
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NISAR Mission 2025: NASA and ISRO Join Forces to Monitor Earth's Ecosystems and Surface Changes
The NISAR Mission 2025, a joint effort between NASA and ISRO, aims to observe Earth's surface, ecosystems, and track environmental changes. The satellite will use cutting-edge radar technology to collect data on biomass, natural disasters, and sea-level rise. Scheduled to launch in 2025, NISAR will be a vital tool for global climate and ecosystem m...
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Government Says No Auction of Satellite Spectrum; Elon Musk Hails Decision
The government has announced that it will allocate spectrum for satellite broadband through administrative means, hours after Elon Musk labelled the auction approach sought by billionaire Mukesh Ambani as "unprecedented." Musk's Starlink has argued that the administrative allocation of licenses aligns with global practices, whereas Reliance argues ...
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Satellite Data Confirms Climate Crisis as Sea Level and Global Temperature Rises
Satellites are providing critical evidence for the climate crisis. With the highest global temperatures recorded in 2024 and sea levels rising consistently for 30 years, satellite data points to a clear climate crisis. This data helps scientists track environmental changes, making it crucial for informing policymakers and guiding global responses t...
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Scientists Find Evidence of Past Extreme Solar Storms, Warn of Potential Technological Catastrophe
Scientists have uncovered evidence of past solar storms that were far more extreme than the well-known Carrington event of 1859, which disrupted telegraph systems across Europe and North America. By studying radiocarbon levels in tree rings, researchers like Fusa Miyake have identified ancient solar events, including a massive storm in AD774 that d...
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No Toll Up To 20 km For Private Vehicles With Global Navigation Satellite System
Motorists using private vehicles with a functional global navigation satellite system (GNSS) will be allowed to travel toll-free on highways and expressways up to 20 kilometres daily with effect from Tuesday, according to a government notification.
-
Government To Implement Satellite-Based Toll Collection
Vehicles equipped with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) On-Board Units (OBUs) will have the capability to automatically pay tolls based on the distance they cover.
-
Reflect Orbital Plans to ‘Sell Sunlight’ at Night With the Help of Satellite Mirrors
A California-based start-up, Reflect Orbital, has announced an innovative plan that could significantly enhance global energy consumption by providing sunlight after sunset. The company, led by company's CEO Ben Nowack, plans to redirect sunlight onto Earth's solar panels during the night, effectively "selling sunlight" on demand. This innovative i...
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Catapults 22 Starlink Satellites into Orbit; Achieves Successful Landing
On August 20, 2024, SpaceX successfully launched 22 new Starlink satellites, significantly expanding its global satellite network. The launch took place at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, with the Falcon 9 rocket lifting off at 9:20 a.m. EDT. This mission was particularly noteworthy because it involved a brand-new Falcon 9 rocket mak...
