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Earth's inner core is changing. Here's what the study has found
Recent research suggests Earth's inner core, primarily composed of iron and nickel, may not be entirely solid. Scientists observed shape alterations at the inner core's outer boundary, potentially due to outer core turbulence. This discovery fuels ongoing debates about differential rotation rates and inner core deformation.
Horoscope February 10, 2025: How the moon trine Neptune will influence each Zodiac Sign
Horoscope February 10, 2025: With the Moon trine Neptune influencing February 10, the day invites gentleness, introspection, and creativity.
A 'city-killer' asteroid might hit Earth -- how worried should we be?
An asteroid, 2024 YR4, with a one percent chance of colliding with Earth in 2032, has captured scientists' attention due to its potential for city-level devastation. Observations and potential mitigation strategies are ongoing, with experts stressing that there's sufficient time for preparation and response.
Rising giants Dixon, Tatas set to wrestle for India EMS crown
With its strong financial resources, Tata is positioned to secure more favourable supplier deals, potentially reducing manufacturing costs, which could lead to intensified competition between the two players. The competition to expand is also expected to lead to consolidation in the sector, as smaller EMS players seek strategic alliances to stay competitive.
What are the best alternatives if TikTok is banned in the US on January 19?
As the United States Supreme Court prepares to issue its ruling on the TikTok ban, millions of users and content creators are bracing for a future without the widely popular video-sharing app.
Ready for holy dip? Sensex gave negative returns during every Kumbh Mela in last 20 years
Stock markets often exhibit seasonal patterns, and one such analysis reveals that the Sensex has never posted positive returns during any of the Kumbh Mela festivals held in the last two decades.
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James Webb Space Telescope Shocks Scientists by Capturing 44 Stars from the Distant Universe
The James Webb Space Telescope has made an incredible discovery, spotting a record-breaking collection of stars in a far-flung galaxy, 6.5 billion light-years away.
Union Bank's lag in deposits weighs on stocks of peers
Shares of Union Bank of India dropped 7.8% while Bank of Baroda and Punjab & Sind Bank slid 5.9% and 5.2%, respectively.
Country's liquor companies may approach FSSAI for separate standard for Indian single malt whisky
Indian liquor makers are seeking a separate standard for Indian single malt whisky from the FSSAI. This will help maintain its reputation as these whiskies gain international recognition. The industry is also applying for a geographical indication tag, enhancing credibility. The segment is experiencing about 30 percent growth, driven by premiumisation trends.
ISRO’s Proba-3 mission just hours away from launch: All you need to know
PSLV-XL Proba-3 launch: India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-XL (PSLV-XL) will launch the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission from Sriharikota on December 4, 2024. Proba-3 involves two satellites flying in precise formation to study the Sun’s corona with unparalleled accuracy. This groundbreaking mission, facilitated by the PSLV-XL’s advanced capabilities, underscores Isro’s role as a trusted global launch partner and marks a significant milestone in Indo-European space collaboration.
SBI report projects 8-10% depreciation in rupee during Trump’s second tenure as US President
The State Bank of India predicts the Indian rupee could depreciate by 8-10% against the US dollar if Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidential election. Despite hitting a record low, SBI believes the rupee will stabilize between Rs 87 and 92 per dollar.
Bizarre new find: Scientists say Uranus' moon could be home to aliens
Our universe has a lot secrets which are yet to be uncovered while scientists work tirelessly day and night to know about them. In a recent bizarre finding it has been known that a moon of Uranus might be home to aliens.
Near-Earth asteroids may hold clues to the 'Fifth Force of the Universe'
Researchers from Los Alamos National Laboratory suggest that near-Earth asteroids like Bennu might offer insights into the elusive 'fifth force of the universe.' Using data from NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission, they propose these asteroids could help understand dark matter and possibly redefine current physics models.
10 festive season sales tricks used by retailers and how you can avoid them
As the festive season sales begin to entice you to spend, keep in mind that you might be influenced psychologically to make more purchases than you originally planned. Utilizing marketing strategies that take advantage of consumer reactions, businesses and online retailers capitalize on the festive season. ET Wealth outlines several tactics that are used to encourage you to spend more. Learn how to resist these strategies.
Primordial black holes may pass through our solar system every decade. Here's how they could affect earth
Primordial black holes, formed after the Big Bang, may pass through our solar system once every decade. These tiny black holes could cause detectable changes in planetary orbits and satellite networks. Scientists believe studying these black holes could provide crucial insights into dark matter, potentially explaining some of the universe's mysteries.
Juice spacecraft to make history with Earth-Moon flyby before Jupiter expedition
The European Space Agency's (ESA) Juice probe, launched in April 2023, will perform a historic double gravity assist flyby of the Moon and Earth next month to save fuel on its journey to Jupiter. The mission aims to explore Jupiter's icy moons: Ganymede, Callisto, and Europa. This manoeuvre, meticulously planned at ESA's operations centre, is critical for the spacecraft's trajectory. The successful execution will mark a significant milestone in space exploration, setting the stage for future missions.
Does the Sun also experience a heartbeat? Planets try to pull it, creating pulsating effect. Details here
Scientists in Germany have discovered that the planets of the solar system also pull the Sun just like it does to the planets. The theory behind the solar cycle has been explained.
Here’s what falling inside a black hole would look like, according to a NASA supercomputer simulation
Have you ever wondered what happens if you were to fall into a black hole? Thanks to cutting-edge visualisations produced on a NASA supercomputer, this mind-bending experience is now within reach. These simulations offer multiple perspectives, from what would happen if we fell into the black hole itself, to the view of an observer narrowly missing the gravity giant.
Now you can experience falling in a black hole, NASA unveils virtual simulator; Here's how to use the cosmic tool
NASA has unveiled a groundbreaking visualisation that allows the public to take a virtual journey near a black hole, combining scientific theory with digital imagery. Developed by astrophysicist Jeremy Schnittman, this tool offers two scenarios: one where a camera approaches the event horizon and is slingshot back out, and another where it crosses the event horizon, illustrating the intense gravitational pull of black holes.
‘Ravana’s airports’, ‘Modi waves’ leave science congress stunned
On Friday, Andhra University vice-chancellor G Nageswara Rao, a professor of inorganic chemistry, claimed that Kauravas from the Indian mythological epic Mahabharata were born using stem cell technology and that Ravana from the Ramayana had 24 types of aircraft .
Why the co-working industry is gravitating towards large companies and SMEs
The co-working industry loves startups for their spirit of collaboration and high energy. But the industry is gradually gravitating towards large companies.
Supermassive black holes can form tightly bound pairs: Study
Pune, Sep 19 (IANS) Supermassive black holes found in the centres of galaxies can form gravitationally bound pairs when galaxies merge, confirms a study led by Indian scientists.
LIGO detects gravitational waves for third time
The finding confirms predictions made by the general theory of relativity which German scientist Albert Einstein formulated over 100 years ago.
Some of the most memorable and interesting developments in science
The discovery was made by the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO), a pair of precise instruments in the states of Washington and Louisiana.
From railways to global trade pact, six things Cabinet said yes to
The big decisions include railway projects worth Rs 10,700 crore and a trade facilitation agreement aimed at easing customs procedure to boost commerce.
Einstein, take a bow: Detection of gravity waves from colliding black holes is a triumph of science
What a vindication of Einstein and such a tribute to human ingenuity . LIGO is by far the most delicate instrument ever built, a true triumph of the human spirit.
NASA tests zero-gravity's effect on astronauts' brains
The US space agency is examining changes in both brain structure and function in astronauts on board the International Space Station (ISS).
Why Einstein's theory of gravity has become the most important task for physicists after a century
In the next few decades, finishing what Einstein began may turn out to be the most important event in science for a long time.
New method may detect Albert Einstein's gravitational waves
A challenge is determining whether any star brightening astronomers detect is from gravitational waves or some other factor.
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