India and Russia Are in Battle to Land on Moon Surface
Russia launched its first lunar landing spacecraft after 47 years on 11 August. This mission comes as the landing date for India's Chandrayaan-3 approaches. The timeline of their landing on the Moon surface could match or could even narrowly beat Chandrayaan-3.
India's Chandrayaan-3 and Russia's Luna-25 are currently vying for the historic distinction of becoming the inaugural spacecraft to touch down on the southern polar region of the Moon.
Chandrayaan-3, launched on July 14, 2023, successfully transitioned into lunar orbit by August 5. Its much-anticipated lunar landing is programmed for the period of August 23-24, marking a significant step in India's space endeavors.
In parallel, Luna-25, lifted off on August 9, 2023. It is also slated for a touchdown on the Moon's south...