NASA Confirms Solar Wind Generates Water on the Moon

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2025

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In a scientific breakthrough that could reshape future space missions, NASA has confirmed that solar wind—the constant stream of charged particles emitted by the Sun—can generate water on the Moon’s surface. This discovery significantly enhances the prospects for sustainable lunar

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India’s Bacteria Bricks: Paving the Way for Lunar Habitats

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2025

Indian scientists have made a pioneering breakthrough in developing sustainable construction materials for building habitats on the Moon. Using a naturally occurring bacterium called Sporosarcina pasteurii, researchers have created “space bricks” from a simulant of lunar soil, opening new possibilities for cost-effective and eco-friendly space infrastructure. Building with

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ISRO Successfully Tests 200T Semi-Cryogenic Engine

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a landmark development for India’s space program, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the first hot test of its powerful 200-tonne thrust semi-cryogenic engine. The breakthrough marks a critical step in ISRO’s mission to enhance its heavy-lift launch vehicle capabilities and expand its role in global space operations. Advanced Engine

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ISRO Successfully Executes Rolling Maneuver in Space Docking Experiment

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a major stride towards mastering space docking technology, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully executed a complex rolling maneuver using its SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) satellites. This marked a significant leap in India’s capability to perform advanced satellite coordination and in-orbit operations essential for future manned and

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Chinese Satellites Engage in ‘Dogfighting’ Maneuvers in Space, Reports US General

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

A top U.S. Space Force official has claimed that Chinese satellites are conducting coordinated maneuvers in space that resemble combat training, sparking concerns over the growing militarization of outer space. Chinese Satellites Display Combat-like Coordination General Michael Guetlein, Vice Chief of Space Operations for the U.S. Space Force, stated that five Chinese

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Chinese Lunar Mission Unveils Magma Ocean on Moon’s Far Side

By BPN News Desk March 20, 2025

China’s Chang’e 6 mission has uncovered significant evidence that the moon’s far side was once covered by a vast magma ocean. This discovery provides crucial insights into the moon’s early volcanic activity, its mantle composition, and the broader processes involved in its formation. Chang’e 6 Mission: A Historic Lunar Exploration Launched in early May 2024,

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India Approves Chandrayaan-5 Mission for Lunar Exploration

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2025

The Indian government has officially approved the Chandrayaan-5 mission, marking another significant milestone in India’s ambitious lunar exploration program. The mission, a collaborative effort between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Japan’s space agency, aims to enhance scientific research on the Moon’s surface with advanced technology and a

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SpaceX Crew-10 Arrives at ISS to Replace NASA Astronauts

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2025

A SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS), carrying four astronauts to replace NASA’s Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been stationed on the ISS for an extended nine-month mission. The arrival marks a crucial step in the continuous rotation of crew members aboard the orbiting laboratory. SpaceX Crew-10 […]

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India Joins Elite Group in Satellite Docking Technology

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2025

India has achieved a significant milestone in space technology, becoming one of only four nations to successfully demonstrate satellite docking and undocking. This breakthrough, announced by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), highlights India’s advancements in space-based operations and future capabilities in autonomous docking. ISRO Achieves Major Breakthrough

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India Earns $143 Million from Foreign Satellite Launches

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

India has earned an impressive $143 million from launching foreign satellites over the past nine years, highlighting its growing role as a key player in the global space industry. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully positioned multiple satellites from various countries into orbit, reinforcing India’s reputation as a cost-effective and