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First Astronomical Observatory of Harrapan Civilization Discovered
Science Scientists from Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) have discovered two large circular structures which they believe were used by the Harrapan Civilization as astronomical observatories. Read More »
Chandra, Spitzer and VLT Find Large Galaxy Cluster From Very Early Universe
Science The Chandra, Spitzer and Very Large Telescope have jointly observed a large galaxy cluster that dates back to the very early universe. This is a gem of a find - and the image is simply priceless! Read More »
Google Doodles Edmund Halley’s 335th Birthday
Science Google honors the great British astronomer Edmund Halley with a nice doodle. We all know his 76 year period comet, but what did he have to do with Stonehenge? Read More »
Sixty Symbols Educates You Through the Power of YouTube
Innovations Sixty Symbols is a collection of videos about physics and astronomy presented by experts from The University of Nottingham. They have tried to make complex physics based concepts simple for lay people! Read More »
Experience Longest Solar Eclipse on 15th January, 2010
Tips And Tricks The annular solar eclipse of January 15, 2010 is touted to be the century's longest solar eclipse. This solar eclipse passes through the souther tip of India and is best visible from the town of Dhanushkodi on Rameshwaram island. The solar eclipse starts at 10:44AM IST and ends at 2:29PM IST. Read More »