Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:37am on 24 Mar 2024,Sunday Science
The Indian Space Research Organisation's Chandrayaan-3 mission's lunar landing site is now officially named "Shiva Shakti" by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). Approved seven months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement, the name reflects the masculine and feminine duality of nature in Indian mythology. The renaming ceremony coincides with the declaration of August 23 as 'National Space Day', commemorating Chandrayaan-3's successful soft landing on the Moon in 2023. Additionally, the spot where Chandrayaan-2 left its mark is designated 'Tiranga', symbolizing India's resilience and determination in space exploration.
