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Like Sara Ali Khan Spotting The "Purnima" Moon In Uttarakhand, 5 Places With Clear Skies To Go Stargazing In India
Sara Ali Khan was snapped spotting the full moon this "Purnima" so here are 5 places to go stargazing which is inspired by her
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2024: Dates, Viewing Tips, and Best Times
The Ursid Meteor Shower of 2024 will peak overnight from December 21 to 22, offering one last chance to catch a meteor display this year. The event, active from December 17 to 26, is expected to produce around 10 meteors per hour, with the best viewing conditions occurring before dawn on December 22. The shower's radiant point lies in the Ursa Mino...
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Massive Thunderstorms on Jupiter Could Change Its Colour and Appearance
Recent images of Jupiter reveal giant thunderstorms in the Southern Equatorial Belt. Reports suggest these storms, unleashing green lightning, could blend pale hues into the reddish-brown band, potentially causing it to vanish, as observed in prior events. Jupiter's storms remain visible for stargazers as it approaches Earth at its closest point.
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Geminid Meteor Shower 2024 to Peak on December, But Moonlight May Affect Visibility
The Geminid meteor shower, renowned for its vibrant meteors, will peak overnight on December 13-14. However, a full moon on December 15 is expected to obscure much of the shower's activity, reducing visibility significantly. Limited dark sky windows are available in some regions before the peak, offering brief opportunities to observe this celestia...
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6 Stargazing Spots In India That Will Make You Fall In Love With the Night Sky
India is home to some seriously stunning spots that will totally wow you with their starry night views. Here are the must-see places you need to add to your bucket list!
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November Night Sky 2024: Check Out the Brightest Planets and How to Watch Them?
November's night sky features a spectacular lineup of planets, including Venus, which becomes increasingly prominent in the west. Mars glows brightly as it approaches Earth, while Jupiter rises in the east, captivating observers with its brilliance. Saturn, with its magnificent rings, is also visible high in the southern sky. This month presents id...
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Orionid Meteor Shower 2024: How to Watch Shooting Stars From Halley's Comet
The Orionid meteor shower will reach its peak on October 21, 2024, offering stargazers the chance to witness up to 23 meteors per hour, as Earth travels through debris left by Halley's comet. This annual event runs from September 26 to November 22, showcasing some of the year’s brightest and fastest meteors, travelling at about 41 miles per secon...
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How to Observe the Once-in-a-Lifetime Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS This Month
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, or C/2023 A3, is making its closest approach to Earth this month. Astronomers predict it will reach peak brightness around October 9, potentially visible even during the day. Observers are encouraged to find dark locations for optimal viewing. This could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness a comet that may not re...
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At India's Only Dark Sky Reserve, Stargazing Couple Is Star Attraction
Patience is the key, and it can pay handsomely - this is the message that Ajay and Neelam Talwar, a unique stargazing couple who have spent more than 25 years photographing celestial bodies, have for people wanting to take up astrophotography.
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Saturn Rings Will Disappear Next Year in a Rare Celestial Event
Saturn's rings, one of the most unique features of our solar system, are set to become nearly invisible in March 2025. This rare phenomenon will occur due to Saturn's unique axial tilt, which will align the rings edge-on with Earth's line of sight. The result is a brief period where these majestic rings will be almost unobservable from our planet. ...
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Mark Your Calendar for Aug 24 to Witness a Stunning Planet Parade Featuring 6 Planets in the Sky
On August 24, skywatchers will be treated to an impressive planetary parade featuring six planets: Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, Jupiter, Mars, and Mercury. This alignment, occurring in the early morning hours, will provide a unique viewing opportunity. In the US, the best time to catch the spectacle is between 5:45 a.m. ET and sunrise at 6:15 a.m. ET. ...
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Supermoons Are Boring - Here Are 5 Things In The Sky Worth Your Time
A supermoon may sound exciting, but its a modest coincidence.
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Look Up! A Once-In-A-Lifetime Explosion Is About To Create A 'New' Star In The Sky
Any night now, a "new star" or nova will appear in the night sky. While it wont set the sky ablaze, its a special opportunity to see a rare event thats usually difficult to predict in advance.
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Why June Full Moon Is Known As The Strawberry Moon
Skywatchers will see a full moon on Friday, June 21, known as the Strawberry Moon, which will coincide with the summer solstice. This event offers a special opportunity for stargazers and astronomy fans.
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Interested In Stargazing? A Professional Astronomer Explains How To Begin
There are few things more peaceful and relaxing than a night under the stars. Through the holidays, many people head away from the bright city lights to go camping. They revel in the dark skies, spangled with myriad stars.
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Like Sara Ali Khan Spotting The "Purnima" Moon In Uttarakhand, 5 Places With Clear Skies To Go Stargazing In India
Sara Ali Khan was snapped spotting the full moon this "Purnima" so here are 5 places to go stargazing which is inspired by her
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2024: Dates, Viewing Tips, and Best Times
The Ursid Meteor Shower of 2024 will peak overnight from December 21 to 22, offering one last chance to catch a meteor display this year. The event, active from December 17 to 26, is expected to produce around 10 meteors per hour, with the best viewing conditions occurring before dawn on December 22. The shower's radiant point lies in the Ursa Mino...
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Massive Thunderstorms on Jupiter Could Change Its Colour and Appearance
Recent images of Jupiter reveal giant thunderstorms in the Southern Equatorial Belt. Reports suggest these storms, unleashing green lightning, could blend pale hues into the reddish-brown band, potentially causing it to vanish, as observed in prior events. Jupiter's storms remain visible for stargazers as it approaches Earth at its closest point.
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Geminid Meteor Shower 2024 to Peak on December, But Moonlight May Affect Visibility
The Geminid meteor shower, renowned for its vibrant meteors, will peak overnight on December 13-14. However, a full moon on December 15 is expected to obscure much of the shower's activity, reducing visibility significantly. Limited dark sky windows are available in some regions before the peak, offering brief opportunities to observe this celestia...
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6 Stargazing Spots In India That Will Make You Fall In Love With the Night Sky
India is home to some seriously stunning spots that will totally wow you with their starry night views. Here are the must-see places you need to add to your bucket list!
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November Night Sky 2024: Check Out the Brightest Planets and How to Watch Them?
November's night sky features a spectacular lineup of planets, including Venus, which becomes increasingly prominent in the west. Mars glows brightly as it approaches Earth, while Jupiter rises in the east, captivating observers with its brilliance. Saturn, with its magnificent rings, is also visible high in the southern sky. This month presents id...
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Orionid Meteor Shower 2024: How to Watch Shooting Stars From Halley's Comet
The Orionid meteor shower will reach its peak on October 21, 2024, offering stargazers the chance to witness up to 23 meteors per hour, as Earth travels through debris left by Halley's comet. This annual event runs from September 26 to November 22, showcasing some of the year’s brightest and fastest meteors, travelling at about 41 miles per secon...
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How to Observe the Once-in-a-Lifetime Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS This Month
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, or C/2023 A3, is making its closest approach to Earth this month. Astronomers predict it will reach peak brightness around October 9, potentially visible even during the day. Observers are encouraged to find dark locations for optimal viewing. This could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness a comet that may not re...
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At India's Only Dark Sky Reserve, Stargazing Couple Is Star Attraction
Patience is the key, and it can pay handsomely - this is the message that Ajay and Neelam Talwar, a unique stargazing couple who have spent more than 25 years photographing celestial bodies, have for people wanting to take up astrophotography.
-
Saturn Rings Will Disappear Next Year in a Rare Celestial Event
Saturn's rings, one of the most unique features of our solar system, are set to become nearly invisible in March 2025. This rare phenomenon will occur due to Saturn's unique axial tilt, which will align the rings edge-on with Earth's line of sight. The result is a brief period where these majestic rings will be almost unobservable from our planet. ...
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Mark Your Calendar for Aug 24 to Witness a Stunning Planet Parade Featuring 6 Planets in the Sky
On August 24, skywatchers will be treated to an impressive planetary parade featuring six planets: Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, Jupiter, Mars, and Mercury. This alignment, occurring in the early morning hours, will provide a unique viewing opportunity. In the US, the best time to catch the spectacle is between 5:45 a.m. ET and sunrise at 6:15 a.m. ET. ...
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Supermoons Are Boring - Here Are 5 Things In The Sky Worth Your Time
A supermoon may sound exciting, but its a modest coincidence.
-
Look Up! A Once-In-A-Lifetime Explosion Is About To Create A 'New' Star In The Sky
Any night now, a "new star" or nova will appear in the night sky. While it wont set the sky ablaze, its a special opportunity to see a rare event thats usually difficult to predict in advance.
-
Why June Full Moon Is Known As The Strawberry Moon
Skywatchers will see a full moon on Friday, June 21, known as the Strawberry Moon, which will coincide with the summer solstice. This event offers a special opportunity for stargazers and astronomy fans.
-
Interested In Stargazing? A Professional Astronomer Explains How To Begin
There are few things more peaceful and relaxing than a night under the stars. Through the holidays, many people head away from the bright city lights to go camping. They revel in the dark skies, spangled with myriad stars.
