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DIY Star Dial: How to Tell Time Using the Stars. Compass, Celestial Equator, Constellations.
A star dial is a fun and relatively simple DIY project to try if you’re a space enthusiast or just looking for a unique way to decorate your home. A star dial, also known as a nocturnal or astrolabe dial, is a device that uses the position of the stars…
What’s Hot: Astronomical Events to Look Forward to in June 2023. Summer Solstice, Northern Hemisphere, Jupiter and Saturn
“What’s Hot: Astronomical Events to Look Forward to in June 2023.” By Abhishek Panchal Many spectacular astronomical events are in store for us as we enter the month of June 2023. June promises to be a month full of breathtaking cosmic displays, from celestial dances to captivating meteor showers. These…
SPECIAL THEORY OF RELATIVITY. Twin Paradox, E = mc², Albert Einstein, General Relativity, Time Dilation
“SPECIAL THEORY OF RELATIVITY” By Gaurav Gawade INTRODUCTION The special theory of relativity was derived by the popular physicist Albert Einstein and was published in 1905. It was undoubtedly a major breakthrough in the early 20th century in the field of science. The special theory of relativity brought a revolution…
The Top 5 Planetariums of India. Nehru Planetarium, Guwahati Planetarium, Pune IUCAA.
“The Top 5 Planetariums of India ” By Aanchal Baria Do you know the Top 5 Planetariums in India? With thriving progress in the fields of Science and Technology over the years, India has emerged as a significant contributor to the global technological platform. India has made strides in space…
Exploring the Mysteries of the Moon at the Poles: A Study of Moonrise and Moonset Phenomena
“Exploring the Mysteries of the Moon at the Poles: A Study of Moonrise and Moonset Phenomena” By Rohit Nair MOON- IT’S LIFE AND STORY It’s quite obvious that we all know what the MOON is! And those unaware of this buddy of Earth, let us see some of its interesting…
Experiencing Zero Shadow Day in Mumbai: A rare and Spectacular Astronomical Event
A zero shadow day is a unique event that occurs when the Sun is positioned directly overhead at noon, causing objects on the ground to not cast any shadows. This phenomenon occurs because the Sun’s rays are perpendicular to the Earth’s surface, resulting in no visible shadows for a…
Chasing the Stars that Never Set: Exploring Circumpolar Stars & Constellations. Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Canis Major
“Chasing the Stars that Never Set: Exploring Circumpolar Stars Constellations.” By Meet Panchal In the night sky, we frequently marvel at the beauty and wonder of the stars. But have you ever wondered if all the stars are circumpolar? Do they all revolve around the celestial poles, or are there…
Galactic Quick Fix: Neil deGrasse Tyson’s ‘Astrophysics in a Flash’. Astronomy, COSMOS
“Galactic Quick Fix: Neil deGrasse Tyson’s ‘Astrophysics in a Flash’” By Rohit Nair ABOUT THE AUTHOR If you have heard of some funny jokes or hilarious space facts on YouTube Shorts or in some podcast or famous shows like StarTalk and COSMOS related to Astronomy and Astrophysics, then you probably…
Top 5 High Energy Objects in the Universe. Supernova, black hole, Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN)
“Top 5 High Energy Objects in the Universe.” by Vanij Lad Introduction The universe is full of fascinating objects that emit massive amounts of energy. From supernova to black holes, there are a variety of objects in space that are capable of releasing incredible amounts of energy that continue to…
The Lyrid Meteor Shower: Nature’s Own Fireworks Display in the Sky. Meteor Shower, Lyrid Meteor Shower, Lyra Constellation
“The Lyrid Meteor Shower: Nature’s Own Fireworks Display in the Sky” By Abhishek As the nights get longer and the skies darker, it’s time to gear up for one of nature’s most mesmerizing displays – the Lyrid Meteor Shower! If you are a stargazer or an astronomy enthusiast, mark your…