space news

ISRO launches INSAT-3DS satellite successfully

NEW DELHI: The meteorological satellite INSAT-3DS was launched from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, on Saturday, using a Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket. During its 16th mission, the GSLV rocket successfully placed the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite into the planned orbit. Following additional orbit-adjusting manoeuvres, the satellite will be positioned within a Geostationary Orbit. Also Read: Modi’s temple […]

Earth faces radio blackout amid Solar storm; another expected tomorrow

NEW DELHI: On Monday, a radio blackout occurred over the Pacific Ocean following a solar storm’s impact on Earth. ‘Earth.com’ reported that the blackouts were identified around 4:20 pm EST (2:50 am IST) along the western US and South American coasts, lasting only a brief period of a few seconds. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]