The 10 most powerful telescopes on Earth and in space transforming modern astronomy
Times of India - ScienceMonday, July 14, 2025 at 6:00:00 AM
Forget the tiny backyard telescope you used as a kid—today’s astronomical giants are rewriting the rules of space exploration. From the James Webb Space Telescope’s mind-blowing deep-space images to China’s FAST dish scanning for alien signals, these cutting-edge instruments are uncovering cosmic secrets at an unprecedented pace. They’re not just snapping pretty pictures; they’re helping scientists piece together the origins of galaxies, spot potentially habitable exoplanets, and even hunt for signs of extraterrestrial life.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about nerdy tech specs—these telescopes are fundamentally changing how we see our place in the universe. Every new discovery, whether it’s a distant galaxy or a whiff of alien atmosphere, reshapes our understanding of reality. For anyone who’s ever stared up at the night sky and wondered what’s out there, these machines are turning speculation into jaw-dropping science.
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