On August 23, 2023, the Antariksh Club of Vishwakarma Institutes hosted a live presentation celebrating India’s Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing at Sadguru Science Classes in Virar. Over 50 students from Classes 8 to 12 attended, eagerly watching the live stream from ISRO’s Control Room. As the Vikram Lander successfully touched down on the Moon, the room erupted in cheers, highlighting the unifying spirit of scientific achievements. Guided by Jameer Manur Sir and supported by the school’s administration, the event emphasized the importance of collaboration in fostering curiosity and pride in India's scientific advancements.
On September 16, 2023, the Antariksh Club hosted an engaging talk by Harsh Jalnekar at Vishwakarma Institute, focusing on the "Death of a Star and Introduction to Black Holes." Attendees explored the dramatic endings of stars, including supernovae, hypernovae, and kilonovae, and learned about stellar remnants like white dwarfs and neutron stars. The presentation also delved into black holes, active galactic nuclei, and quasars, illustrating their cosmic significance. A lively Q&A session addressed topics like star naming conventions and the differences between pulsars and magnetars, leaving participants with a deeper appreciation of the universe's mysteries.
The Antariksh Club successfully hosted a live streaming event of the Chandrayaan-3 launch at Vishwakarma Institute of Technology on July 15, 2023. Over 60 students gathered to celebrate India's achievements in space exploration, creating an electric atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and national pride. The event emphasized teamwork, dedication, and the invaluable support of mentors, including Prof. Dr. Shripad Bhatlawande, Jameer Manur, and Dr. Shital Raut. The Antariksh Club aims to ignite curiosity in astronomy and inspire future generations of scientists and engineers.