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Leaders
20 hours ago
- Science
- Leaders
Saudi Astronomy Team Takes on Global Challenges at IOAA 2025
Saudi Arabia's national astronomy and space team continues its quest at the 2025 International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) in Mumbai, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The students are currently tackling a wide range of scientific challenges that truly define this prestigious global competition. Held from August 11 to 21, the IOAA has brought together approximately 300 students from 64 countries, along with over 140 team leaders and observers from across the world. The Saudi team consisted of five students who previously obtained required training and supervision from the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and the Saudi Space Agency (SSA) and sponsored by Neo Group. The Saudi students began their participation with a theoretical test, designed to evaluate the depth of their scientific knowledge and their ability to tackle with advanced concepts in astronomy and astrophysics. Consequently, they faced a practical test, putting their skills to the test in celestial observation, identifying stars and planets, and solving hands-on problems using telescopes and other observational tools. Moreover, they took part in a data analysis test, designed to assess their ability to process and interpret astronomical data, extract meaningful results, as well as perform statistical analyses. Notably, this marks the Kingdom's second appearance in the competition, following its 2024 debut, where the team secured three bronze medals. Related Topics: Saudi Team Secures Four Medals, Leads Arab Chemistry Olympiad Saudi Students Make History in INOVA with 7 Gold, Silver Medals Year-end Review: Saudi Students Make History in 2024 International Olympiads Short link : Post Views: 6
India.com
7 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Tradition Meets Innovation: PM Modi Highlights Indias Astronomy Legacy At 18th International Olympiad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the nation during the ongoing 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics, highlighting its significance as "tradition meeting innovation, spirituality meeting science, curiosity meets creativity." Welcoming the gathering from across 64 countries, PM Modi said, "It is a joy to connect with more than 300 shining stars from 64 countries. I warmly welcome you." "The International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in India (means) tradition meets innovation. Spirituality meets science. Curiosity meets creativity," PM Modi said in a virtual address. #WATCH | During the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics, PM Modi says, "India is deeply committed to nurturing scientific curiosity and empowering young minds. Over 10 million students are understanding STEM concepts through hands-on experimentation in Atal… — ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2025 Referring to India's rich astronomical heritage, he noted, "For centuries, Indians have been observing the skies and asking big questions. For example, in the fifth century, Aryabhatta invented zero. He was also the first to say that the Earth rotates on its axis. Literally, he started from zero and made history." Apprising the gathering about India hosting the world's highest astronomical observatories in Ladakh, PM Modi also talked about the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope in Pune, which he said was one of the world's most sensitive radio telescopes that has helped decode the mysteries of pulsars and galaxies. "Today, we host one of the world's highest astronomical observatories in Ladakh. At 4,500 meters above sea level, it is close enough to shake hands with the stars. Our Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope in Pune is one of the world's most sensitive radio telescopes. It is helping us decode the mysteries of pulsars and galaxies. India proudly contributes to global mega-science projects like the Square Kilometre Array, and LIGO India made history. We were the first to successfully land near the moon's south pole. We have also set our sights on the sun with Aditya-L1 solar observatory," the Prime Minister said. He also expressed pride over the completion of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's "historic mission" to the International Space Station. "Last month, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla completed his historic mission to the International Space Station. It was a proud moment for all Indians and an inspiration for young explorers like all of you," PM Modi said.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
India investing billions of dollars in research ecosystem: PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's significant investments in its research ecosystem and its commitment to international collaboration in science, addressing the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics. He emphasized India's accomplishments, including the successful landing near the Moon's south pole and initiatives to promote STEM education, while encouraging young minds to explore the universe and solve real-world problems. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads India is investing billions of dollars in the research ecosystem, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in Mumbai via video link, Modi also said that in India, tradition meets innovation."India has one of the world's highest astronomical observatories in Ladakh. At 4,500 metres above sea level, it is close enough to shake hands with the stars," Modi said."India believes in the power of international collaboration," the PM India's accomplishments in science, Modi said, "We were the first to successfully land near the Moon's south pole." "India is deeply committed to nurturing scientific curiosity and empowering young minds. Over 10 million students are understanding STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts through hands-on experimentation in Atal Tinkering Labs "This is creating a culture of learning and innovation. To make access to knowledge more democratic, we have launched 'One Nation One Subscription' scheme. It provides access to reputed international journals free of cost to millions of students and researchers," Modi is a leading country in the participation of women in STEM domains, he said."Under various initiatives, billions of dollars are being invested in the research ecosystem. We invited young minds like you from across the world to study, research and collaborate in India. Who knows, the next big scientific breakthrough may well be born from such partnerships," he said."As we explore the universe, we must also ask how can space science further improve the lives of people on earth, how can farmers be provided even better weather forecasts, can we predict natural disasters, can we monitor forest fires and melting glaciers, can we build better communication for remote areas," Modi said."The future of science is in your hands, it is in solving real world problems with imagination and compassion. I urge you to ask, what is out there?" Modi also lauded Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who recently returned from a successful 18-day mission to the International Space Station (ISS)."Last month, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla completed his historic mission to the International Space Station. It was a proud moment for all Indians and an inspiration for young explorers like all of you," he said."India believes in the power of international collaboration. This Olympiad reflects that spirit. I have been told that this Olympiad is the largest so far," he said."Aim high, dream big and remember that in India, we believe the sky is not the limit, it is just the beginning," he International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) is an annual competition in astronomy and astrophysics for secondary school 18th IOAA is being held at Mumbai from August 11 to event is organised by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education , a national centre of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, an autonomous institution under the umbrella of the Department of Atomic Energy, as well as a Deemed University.
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Business Standard
7 days ago
- Science
- Business Standard
India investing billions of dollars in research ecosystem: PM Modi
Addressing the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in Mumbai via video link, Modi also said that in India, tradition meets innovation Press Trust of India Mumbai India is investing billions of dollars in the research ecosystem, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday, adding that the country believes in the power of international collaboration. Addressing the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in Mumbai via video link, Modi also said that in India, tradition meets innovation. India has one of the world's highest astronomical observatories in Ladakh. At 4500 metres above sea level, it is close enough to shake hands with the stars, Modi said. India believes in the power of international collaboration, the PM said. On India's accomplishments in science, Modi said, We were the first to successfully land near the Moon's south pole. The International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) is an annual competition in astronomy and astrophysics for secondary school students. The 18th IOAA is being held at Mumbai from August 11 to 21. The event is organised by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, a national centre of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, an autonomous institution under the umbrella of the Department of Atomic Energy, as well as a Deemed University. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
India Today
12-06-2025
- Science
- India Today
5 Indian students selected for International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics
Five students have been selected to represent India at the 2025 International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA), set to be held in Mumbai this August. The selection was made during the Orientation-cum-Selection Camp (OCSC) organised at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), camp, held by IISER Mohali, provided hands-on training and tested students' understanding of astronomy and astrophysics. The 37 students who attended the camp were shortlisted from about 500 candidates who appeared for the Indian National Astronomy Jasjeet Singh Bagla of the Department of Physical Sciences at IISER Mohali said that 54 students had qualified for the camp based on their national-level exam ranks. Out of them, 37 took part in the training, and five were finally selected to form the national team for IOAA AWARDS AND EXPERT SESSIONS MARK THE JOURNEY TO IOAA 2025The selected students are Aarush Mishra, Sumant Gupta, Banibrata Majee, Panini, and Akshat Srivastava. These students will represent India in the international event, which brings together some of the best young minds in astronomy from across the awards were also given to students based on their performance during the camp. Aarush Mishra received the CL Bhat Memorial Award for overall Gupta earned recognition for the best score in the observational test. Akshat Srivastava stood out by winning two awards -- for theory and data training at the camp included sessions on telescope handling, sky observation, lectures, and problem-solving OCSC is usually organised by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), part of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), year, with HBCSE hosting the IOAA, the task of training and selecting the team was given to IISER and experts from various institutes, including IIT Kanpur, NISER Bhubaneswar, IUCAA Pune, and others, helped conduct the camp. A guest lecture by Professor Dipankar Bhattacharya of Ashoka University focused on the use of different wavebands in astronomy.
