SKYWATCHING

Fireball 16 times brighter than Venus seen streaking across multiple U.S. states on June 14

Based on estimates, the asteroid that resulted in the fireball was no larger than the palm of a hand.
Published: 49 minutes ago  |  By Pranjal Nath

Total Solar Eclipse 2026: Date, time, viewing locations, and safety measures—all you need to know

A total solar eclipse will take place in August this year. Here's everything to know about it.
Published: 5 days ago  |  By Disita Sikdar

Sun erupts with multiple solar flares, triggering geomagnetic storm and aurora forecasts for June 4-5

In less than 24 hours, the Sun erupted with three powerful solar flares.
Published: Jun 4, 2026  |  By Disita Sikdar

Remember the fireball that shook New England on Saturday? NASA has released its latest numbers on it

It turns out the meteor was larger than previously estimated.
Updated: Jun 2, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Like 300 tons of TNT: Meteor explosion over U.S. rattles residents

The meteorite fragments that reached Earth ended up in the ocean, sparing populated areas.
Published: Jun 1, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Meteor showers, Supermoons, and planetary alignments: Top skywatching events between June and December 2026

The first half of 2026 had a lot for skywatchers. And the second half of the year isn't going to be too different either.
Published: May 25, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

Spot Jupiter and Venus this May ahead of their conjunction in June 2026—here's how

The two planets, being the two brightest planets in view from Earth, will also be joined by Mercury.
Published: May 21, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

The Blaze Star could explode this year, but will it be visible from Earth? Here's all you need to know

The Blaze Star's previous known explosion is said to have taken place 80 years ago in 1946.
Published: May 18, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

May 31 'Blue Moon' is also going to be a 'Micromoon'—here's what it means

The May 31 Full Moon will be the most distant Full Moon of 2026.
Published: May 15, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

Skywatching tips for May 2026: What's next after the Flower Moon and the Eta Aquariids?

Here are the four events that skywatchers should look forward to as the month of May nears its halfway mark.
Published: May 11, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower will peak on May 6, 2026. Here's all you need to know

Moonlight may affect the visibility of the Eta Aquariids meteor shower this year. Check details here
Published: May 6, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

Three planets will grace the evening sky in May—here's all you need to know

Here's how you can spot Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury in the May evening sky.
Published: May 4, 2026  |  By Disita Sikdar

The Lyrid meteor shower will peak later this month: Here's all you need to know

The shower is best seen in the Northern Hemisphere with low moonlight and bright fireballs.
Updated: Apr 16, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

Caught on CCTV: Fireball meteorite that lit up northern Europe

The meteorite was spotted all across northern Europe at about 00:24 BST on Monday.
Published: Apr 14, 2026  |  By Disita Sikdar

Flower Moon and Blue Moon 2026: Dates, time and how to watch May’s two stunning full moons

This occurs when the Moon’s 29.5-day cycle doesn’t align exactly with the calendar month, allowing two full moons to fall within the same month.
Published: Apr 13, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

Artemis II will be visible from Florida and southern Georgia—here's exactly when to look up

The SLS rocket will be visible up to 70 seconds after launch depending on where observers are.
Published: Apr 1, 2026  |  By Saubhagya Mukherjee

April 2026 skywatching guide: Full Pink Moon and other stunning events to watch this month

From the Pink Moon, bright Mercury, and a meteor shower to a comet streaking across the sky, April is filled with exciting sights for skywatchers.
Published: Apr 1, 2026  |  By Juhi Varma

Why it's 'almost impossible to track' meteoroids in space, NASA explains

After Ohio fireball sparks panic, NASA says meteor surge is normal.
Published: Mar 31, 2026  |  By Nibedita Sen

Gemini twins will shine along with Jupiter in the night sky tonight

Castor and Pollux, the Gemini twins, will be visible alongside Jupiter and will provide skywatchers with a celestial show.
Published: Mar 26, 2026  |  By Juhi Varma

Lunar phases 2026: What is the Moon phase on March 24?

Tonight on March 24, about 44% of the Moon's visible side will be illuminated by the Sun.
Published: Mar 24, 2026  |  By Juhi Varma
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