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3I/ATLAS becomes the UN’s official target in a planetary-defence exercise: What makes this interstellar visitor worth a global campaign

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is the focus of the eighth official UN and IAWN planetary-defence exercise, running from November 27, 2025, to January 27, 2026. This live, coordinated global campaign allows experts to refine tracking methods and strengthen readiness against future Near-Earth Object threats, despite the comet posing no danger to Earth.

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Earth is emitting mysterious radiation after sunset and scientists cannot explain why

A newly discovered, faint radio emission, the Hectometric Continuum, emerges only after sunset and pulses through Earth’s upper atmosphere for several hours. This natural radiation, undetectable from the ground, originates from plasma interactions within the magnetosphere and has surprised scientists due to its nighttime-only appearance and sensitivity to calm space weather.

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Kerala on Mars: Periyar, Bekal, Varkala, and more Indian names officially added to the red planet’s map by International Astronomical Union

India has added seven new names to the Martian geological map. Prominent Kerala locations like Periyar, Bekal, Varkala, Thumba, and Valiamala now represent features on Mars. Renowned geologist MS Krishnan is also honoured with a crater and plain designation. These recognitions highlight India’s growing contribution to planetary science and international space research.

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