NASA's long-awaited UAP report found no conclusive evidence that hundreds of UFO sightings were linked to aliens, but could not definitively rule out that possibility either. The report outlines how NASA will study UAPs going forward using improved technology and AI. NASA administrator Bill Nelson said the agency will take the lead researching UAPs and share data openly. While not confirming extraterrestrial origins, NASA did not deny potential alien technology in Earth's atmosphere. The report stresses the lack of high quality UAP data to make definitive conclusions. NASA has appointed a new UAP research director to establish a robust database using AI.

India is gearing up for its 'Samudrayaan Mission' following the success of ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1 missions. This deep-sea exploration project involves sending a manned submersible 6km beneath the ocean's surface to study precious metals, minerals, and ocean resources. Union Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju shared details, stating that the mission plans to send three humans to assess deep-sea biodiversity and resources without disturbing the ocean ecosystem. The mission aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Blue Economy' vision, aiming for sustainable use of ocean resources to boost the country's economy, livelihoods, and job opportunities, and preserve ocean health.

India's Aditya-L1 spacecraft, en route to study the Sun at Lagrange Point 1, has shared stunning images of Earth and the Moon. Launched on September 2, Aditya-L1 is India's inaugural solar observatory mission. It has completed Earth-bound maneuvers and is heading nearly 1.5 million kilometers away from Earth to continuously observe the Sun without interruptions, offering real-time solar activity data. The primary payload, Visible Emission Line Coronagraph (VELC), will send 1,440 images daily for analysis. This mission aims to deepen understanding of solar eruptive events and their impact on space weather.

NASA has unveiled a photograph capturing India's lunar lander, Vikram, on the Moon's surface. The image displays Vikram as a small speck at the image's center, casting a dark shadow against the bright surroundings. Chandrayaan-3's successful landing occurred near the lunar south pole on August 23. NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter snapped the photograph four days later. India joined an exclusive group of nations, including the US, the former Soviet Union, and China, to achieve a soft lunar landing. The lander and rover exceeded their mission objectives during their 10-day lunar exploration. They've now entered a sleep mode until September 22.

Indian scientists have introduced the world’s first rapid-response disaster hospital: Aarogya Maitri. This compact hospital features an operating theatre, a mini-ICU for critical patients, and ventilators for respiratory support during emergencies. Equipped with diagnostic tools and X-ray machines, it offers comprehensive care and is capable of full operation within 8 minutes. Designed for remote and underserved areas, its portability enables swift deployment. Comprising three frames with 12 mini cubes each, totaling 36 cubes, this hospital packs essential equipment and supplies efficiently, streamlining disaster response and ensuring timely medical assistance where resources are limited. [photo: @theindexofindia]

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has succeeded in making its Chandrayaan-3 lunar lander Vikram lift off and re-land softly a second time on the moon's surface. ISRO commanded Vikram's engines to fire, raising it about 40cm before touching down 30-40cm away. ISRO shared video capturing the smooth manoeuvre. All of Vikram's systems performed well in the hop experiment, and instruments were redeployed post-jump. The lander and Pragyan rover will soon enter hibernation as the lunar night approaches, after excelling in their mission. India has proven its ability to precisely control Vikram's launch and landing twice on the moon.

India's lunar rover has finished its historic walk across the moon's surface near the south pole after less than two weeks. The rover was put into sleep mode as the lunar daylight ended, according to India's space agency. It completed its assignments and transmitted the data collected back to Earth via the lander before shutting down. The rover and lander were only expected to operate for one lunar day. Now the rover's battery is fully charged and its solar panel positioned to receive light when the next sunrise occurs in a few weeks. Scientists are analyzing the data gathered, looking for signs of frozen water.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing to put the Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission into sleep mode as the Vikram lander and Pragyan rover near the end of their planned 14-day exploration period, said agency chief S Somanath. With lunar night temperatures expected to plunge below -200°C, he stated Saturday that the still-functional lander and rover, which has travelled over 100m, will hibernate in the next 1-2 days. Chandrayaan-3 was launched in July and is India's third moon mission seeking to demonstrate soft landing capabilities. ISRO will monitor the spacecraft during its dormant winter phase.

Nigar Shaji, a native of Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district, is leading India's prestigious Aditya-L1 mission to study the Sun. As project director, her talent steered the country's first solar odyssey when Aditya-L1 launched successfully on Sunday. Shaji studied in Shengottai and joined ISRO in 1987. While Chandrayaan 3's director is also Tamil, it is Shaji making headlines now. Her leadership of Aditya-L1 highlights Tamil Nadu's enduring contribution to India's space achievements. As this Tamil scientist took charge, India's historic solar voyage launched successfully. With Aditya-L1 in space, the nation's solar odyssey is in safe hands under Shaji.

India has launched its first ever solar mission, Aditya L1, just 10 days after landing a spacecraft on the moon's south pole. The spacecraft blasted off atop a Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle rocket from Sriharikota at 11:50am local time. Aditya L1 will initially enter Low Earth Orbit before firing its onboard engines to journey 1.5 million km over 4 months to a halo orbit around the Sun-Earth Lagrange point L1. It will stabilize at this gravitationally balanced position to conduct observations. According to the Indian Space Research Organisation, Aditya L1 is India's first observatory-class mission dedicated to studying the Sun's atmosphere. The pioneering spacecraft will provide new insights on our star.