​Recent Solar Storm: ISRO’s Findings

On 13th May, 2024, following a potent solar storm striking Earth (on 10th May), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) unveiled its findings from various perspectives, including those from its solar mission Aditya-L1. The event marked the most intense solar storm in decades.

  • Due to India's lower latitude, the country experienced fewer disruptions compared to regions in the Pacific and American sectors, where the ionosphere was highly turbulent during the storm's peak on May 11.
  • Aditya-L1, India's maiden solar mission, is equipped with seven payloads tailored for comprehensive solar studies.
  • Instruments like SWIS and STEPS detected enhancements in alpha particle and proton flux of ....

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