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The Chandrayaan-3 mission timeline includes various significant milestones:

- July 6: Mission Chandrayaan-3 launch date announced for July 14.
- July 7: Successful vehicle electrical tests completed.
- July 11: Comprehensive 24-hour 'Launch Rehearsal' simulating the entire launch process concluded.
- July 14: LVM3 M4 vehicle launched Chandrayaan-3 into designated orbit.
- July 15: First orbit-raising maneuver successful, reaching 41762 km x 173 km orbit.
- July 17: Second orbit-raising maneuver placed Chandrayaan-3 at 41603 km x 226 km orbit.
- July 22: Fourth orbit-raising maneuver established spacecraft in 71351 km x 233 km orbit.
- July 25: Another successful orbit-raising maneuver.
- August 1: Chandrayaan-3 inserted into translunar orbit (288 km x 369328 km).
- August 5: Successful lunar orbit insertion (164 km x 18074 km).
- August 6: Lunar orbit lowered to 170 km x 4,313 km.
- August 9: ISRO moved the spacecraft's path lower in its orbit around the moon, achieving a lunar orbit of 174 km x 1437 km.
- August 14: Chandrayaan-3 got closer to the moon's surface in a controlled maneuver, entering an orbit of 150 km x 177 km.
- August 16: The spacecraft performed the fifth and final Moon-bound maneuver, positioning itself in a near-circular Lunar orbit of 163 x 153 km.
- August 17: The landing module, comprising the Vikram lander and Pragyan rover, separated from its propulsion system.
- August 18: Chandrayaan-3 successfully completed a 'deboosting' operation that reduced its orbit to 113 km x 157 km.
- August 20: Chandrayaan-3 made the final orbit adjustment, reducing it to be around 134 x 25 km, the farthest and nearest points from the moon respectively.
- August 23: ISRO marked history with the successful landing of the Vikram lander, and all systems are performing as intended

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Chandrayaan-3, the third mission in ISRO's lunar exploration program, marks a significant achievement as it successfully launched on July 13th and recently achieved a historic landing on the Moon's surface at 6:04 pm. This achievement builds upon the lessons learned from Chandrayaan-2 and demonstrates India's steadfast commitment to lunar exploration. The mission's main goal is to delve deeper into the lunar surface, with a special focus on the South Pole region. This area's water ice reserves hold great promise for future space endeavors, including potential human missions. Chandrayaan-3 comprises an orbiter, lander, and rover, all working in synergy to collect valuable scientific data. This triumph comes after challenges faced during Chandrayaan-2, showcasing ISRO's resilience and dedication to overcoming obstacles. Chandrayaan-3 underscores India's emergence as a major player in space exploration and its determination to unravel the Moon's mysteries for the benefit of scientific advancement and future space exploration.

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Unveiling the Cosmic Enigma: A Glowing Red Question Mark. This captivating image captured by the James Webb Space Telescope showcases the mesmerizing dance of two merging galaxies, forming a stunning celestial question mark. Nestled within the Herbig-Haro 46/47 star-forming region, located 1,400 light-years away, this celestial intrigue beckons us to explore the mysteries of the universe.

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Vikram Sarabhai, a distinguished Indian scientist, born on this day, was a visionary leader in space and atomic research. Spotted by Rabindranath Tagore at age 7, he became a notable figure in India's scientific realm. As ISRO's founding father, he propelled India's space endeavors, launching satellites and fostering space technology. His legacy extends to institutions like IISc and IIM, where he made significant contributions. Leading the Atomic Energy Commission and the Indian National Committee for Space Research, he pioneered advancements in nuclear and space technology, leaving an indelible mark on India's scientific landscape.

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Stargazing Spectacle:
Witness the Enchanting Perseid Meteor Shower

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Earth's splendor viewed through the Lander Imager (LI) Camera on July 14, and the Moon's intricate map on August 10 via the Lander Horizontal Velocity Camera (LHVC) after Lunar Orbit Insertion. A visual odyssey spanning planets, time, and wonder."
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"Earth's Core: A Slow but Steady Coolant Journey"

The Earth's core plays a crucial role in the planet's geological processes and overall stability. It consists of two layers: the outer core, which is a liquid layer made primarily of iron and nickel, and the inner core, a solid metallic sphere. The temperature at the outer core is estimated to be around 4,000 to 5,000 degrees Celsius (7,200 to 9,000 degrees Fahrenheit), which is comparable to the surface temperature of the Sun.

Over millions of years, the Earth's core has been gradually cooling down from its initial extremely hot state when the planet formed. This cooling process is essential for the planet's evolution and development, as it generates the Earth's magnetic field, which protects us from harmful solar radiation and cosmic particles.

As the core continues to cool down, it releases heat into the surrounding layers of the Earth, affecting various geological activities, such as plate tectonics and volcanic activity. This slow but steady cooling is an ongoing process that will shape the Earth's future and contribute to its dynamic and ever-changing nature

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Chandrayan 3 Mission in Breif
3 days to go! 🚀 📡 🛰️

July 14 - The world's eyes will be on us
August 23 - All eyes will be on the moon

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"Remembering Bishun Narain Khare: A Pioneer in Planetary Science and Tholin Research"
Bishun Khare, an Indian physicist, has been honored by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) with the naming of a crater on Pluto after him. This recognition comes as part of the IAU's decision to name 14 Pluto features based on recommendations from NASA's New Horizons team. Khare, known for his appearances in the popular science documentary series "Cosmos" (2008), has bridged the worlds of science and television, inspiring countless minds through his work

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"Move over, Earth florists! We've taken flower delivery to a whole new level!"

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