ISRO’s Aditya-L1 decodes how solar storms impact Earth’s magnetic field
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Why in news
ISRO announced that the Aditya-L1 mission provided new insights into how solar storms compress Earth's magnetic field and impact satellites.
Background
The study was published in The Astrophysical Journal in December 2025. It analyzed a major space weather event that struck Earth in October 2024 using Aditya-L1 and international mission data.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TAditya-L1: ISRO's solar mission to study solar activity and space weather.
- FactThe study analyzed a major space weather event that occurred in October 2024.
- S&TSolar storms can compress Earth's magnetic field, exposing satellites to harsh conditions.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of monitoring space weather in safeguarding India's critical space assets and communication infrastructure.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure vulnerability: Risk of satellite hardware degradation and signal interference due to solar radiation
- Technological necessity: Requirement for real-time space weather forecasting to protect power grids and GPS systems
Keywords: Space Weather · Magnetic Shield · Satellite Integrity · Solar Activity · Space Assets
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