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What Is Raulane Festival? Know History And Significance Of Himachal Pradesh's Unique Tradition
Himachal Raulane Festival: The Raulane Festival is a unique and sacred winter festival celebrated in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district.
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Varanasi Ghats Dazzle In Divine Splendour As Dev Deepawali Lights Up Ganga
The ghats of Varanasi turned into a celestial panorama on Wednesday evening as lakhs of 'diyas' (earthen lamps) illuminated the banks of the river Ganga during the grand celebration of 'Dev Deepawali'.
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From Meteor Showers To Beaver Supermoon, 10 Must-See Celestial Events In November 2025
November skygazing events: The month begins with the Taurid meteor showers, known for producing slow, bright fireballs that light up the sky.
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Star-Eating Black Hole Unleashes Record-Setting Energetic Flare
Scientists are observing the most energetic flare ever seen emanating from a supermassive black hole, apparently caused when this celestial beast shredded and swallowed a huge star that strayed too close.
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Forged In Fire, Worn In Festivity: Gold Is Actually Stardust from Dying Stars
This festive season, as we adorn ourselves with gold and silver, few realise that these precious metals were born in the fiery deaths of ancient stars - cosmic remnants scattered across the universe, now resting in our hands as ornaments of celestial
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Astronomers Observe Rings Forming Around Icy Celestial Body Chiron
The rings of Saturn are among the wonders of our solar system, with a diameter of roughly 280,000 kilometres as they encircle the giant planet. But smaller celestial bodies in the solar system also boast ring systems that are impressive in their own.
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From Full Moon To Meteor Shower: Don't Miss These 8 Celestial Events In October 2025
Grab your telescope and enjoy these spectacular October 2025 celestial events.
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Rare ‘Crescent Sunrise’ Solar Eclipse to Grace Skies Over Antarctica and New Zealand
A rare partial solar eclipse will bring a crescent sunrise on Sept. 21–22, coinciding with the equinox. Skywatchers in New Zealand, Antarctica, and the South Pacific will witness up to 86% of the sun obscured at dawn, creating one of the most striking celestial spectacles short of a total eclipse.
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Newly Discovered Comet Lemmon Could Soon Be Visible With Binoculars
Astronomers discovered Comet Lemmon (C/2025 A6) in January, and it could soon become visible to skywatchers. Passing closest to Earth on October 20, 2025, the comet may brighten to binocular range or possibly to the naked eye. Its evolving coma and tail promise an exciting celestial show.
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Lunar Eclipse September 2025: Know Who Will Get to See the Blood Moon on September 7
On September 7–8, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon deep red for 82 minutes. Visible to 70–85% of Earth’s population, it will be the longest such event since 2022. Skywatchers in Asia, Africa, Australia, and parts of Europe will enjoy the full celestial show.
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September 2025 Skywatch: Celestial Events To Look Out For
A total lunar eclipse will occur on September 7, during which the Moon will appear red or coppery.
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Konark Sun Temple Secrets: Why This Odisha Wonder Still Fascinates Visitors
Built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, Konark Sun Temple was envisioned as a celestial chariot for Surya.
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Perseid Meteor Shower 2025 to Dazzle Night Sky in August
The Perseid meteor shower, one of the year’s most anticipated celestial events, will peak on the night of August 12–13, 2025. At its height, the shower can produce up to 100 meteors per hour, though the glare of an 86% waning gibbous moon will make spotting faint streaks difficult. Observers can still expect to see the brightest meteors and occ...
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Get Ready For The Most Epic Meteor Show Of The Year: Perseids Peak In August
The Perseids meteor shower, peaking in mid-August, is a spectacular celestial display caused by Earth passing through the debris trail of comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, producing swift and bright meteors visible in the Northern Hemisphere.
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ESA JUICE Mission Scans Jupiter's Lunar Crater in Test Run for Alien Life
ESA’s JUICE spacecraft scanned the famous Earthrise crater on the Moon to test radar for future exploration of Jupiter’s icy moons. The data confirmed JUICE’s radar accuracy, setting the stage for a search for life beneath Europa and Ganymede. The crater, immortalised in a 1968 Apollo 8 photo, now plays a role in extraterrestrial science.
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What Is Raulane Festival? Know History And Significance Of Himachal Pradesh's Unique Tradition
Himachal Raulane Festival: The Raulane Festival is a unique and sacred winter festival celebrated in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district.
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Varanasi Ghats Dazzle In Divine Splendour As Dev Deepawali Lights Up Ganga
The ghats of Varanasi turned into a celestial panorama on Wednesday evening as lakhs of 'diyas' (earthen lamps) illuminated the banks of the river Ganga during the grand celebration of 'Dev Deepawali'.
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From Meteor Showers To Beaver Supermoon, 10 Must-See Celestial Events In November 2025
November skygazing events: The month begins with the Taurid meteor showers, known for producing slow, bright fireballs that light up the sky.
-
Star-Eating Black Hole Unleashes Record-Setting Energetic Flare
Scientists are observing the most energetic flare ever seen emanating from a supermassive black hole, apparently caused when this celestial beast shredded and swallowed a huge star that strayed too close.
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Forged In Fire, Worn In Festivity: Gold Is Actually Stardust from Dying Stars
This festive season, as we adorn ourselves with gold and silver, few realise that these precious metals were born in the fiery deaths of ancient stars - cosmic remnants scattered across the universe, now resting in our hands as ornaments of celestial
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Astronomers Observe Rings Forming Around Icy Celestial Body Chiron
The rings of Saturn are among the wonders of our solar system, with a diameter of roughly 280,000 kilometres as they encircle the giant planet. But smaller celestial bodies in the solar system also boast ring systems that are impressive in their own.
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From Full Moon To Meteor Shower: Don't Miss These 8 Celestial Events In October 2025
Grab your telescope and enjoy these spectacular October 2025 celestial events.
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Rare ‘Crescent Sunrise’ Solar Eclipse to Grace Skies Over Antarctica and New Zealand
A rare partial solar eclipse will bring a crescent sunrise on Sept. 21–22, coinciding with the equinox. Skywatchers in New Zealand, Antarctica, and the South Pacific will witness up to 86% of the sun obscured at dawn, creating one of the most striking celestial spectacles short of a total eclipse.
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Newly Discovered Comet Lemmon Could Soon Be Visible With Binoculars
Astronomers discovered Comet Lemmon (C/2025 A6) in January, and it could soon become visible to skywatchers. Passing closest to Earth on October 20, 2025, the comet may brighten to binocular range or possibly to the naked eye. Its evolving coma and tail promise an exciting celestial show.
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Lunar Eclipse September 2025: Know Who Will Get to See the Blood Moon on September 7
On September 7–8, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon deep red for 82 minutes. Visible to 70–85% of Earth’s population, it will be the longest such event since 2022. Skywatchers in Asia, Africa, Australia, and parts of Europe will enjoy the full celestial show.
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September 2025 Skywatch: Celestial Events To Look Out For
A total lunar eclipse will occur on September 7, during which the Moon will appear red or coppery.
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Konark Sun Temple Secrets: Why This Odisha Wonder Still Fascinates Visitors
Built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, Konark Sun Temple was envisioned as a celestial chariot for Surya.
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Perseid Meteor Shower 2025 to Dazzle Night Sky in August
The Perseid meteor shower, one of the year’s most anticipated celestial events, will peak on the night of August 12–13, 2025. At its height, the shower can produce up to 100 meteors per hour, though the glare of an 86% waning gibbous moon will make spotting faint streaks difficult. Observers can still expect to see the brightest meteors and occ...
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Get Ready For The Most Epic Meteor Show Of The Year: Perseids Peak In August
The Perseids meteor shower, peaking in mid-August, is a spectacular celestial display caused by Earth passing through the debris trail of comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, producing swift and bright meteors visible in the Northern Hemisphere.
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ESA JUICE Mission Scans Jupiter's Lunar Crater in Test Run for Alien Life
ESA’s JUICE spacecraft scanned the famous Earthrise crater on the Moon to test radar for future exploration of Jupiter’s icy moons. The data confirmed JUICE’s radar accuracy, setting the stage for a search for life beneath Europa and Ganymede. The crater, immortalised in a 1968 Apollo 8 photo, now plays a role in extraterrestrial science.
