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  More evidence suggesting water on Moon as Chandrayaan-2 finds possible ice under lunar South Pole

  Science | May 27, 2026 22:08 IST

  ISRO said in a release that the findings were derived from data captured by the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter’s Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR), an advanced microwave imaging instrument designed to probe beneath the lunar surface.

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  Chandrayaan-3 honoured with 2026 Goddard Astronautics Award in US for historic Moon Mission

  Science | May 22, 2026 10:43 IST

  ISRO’s historic lunar mission Chandrayaan-3 has received the prestigious 2026 Goddard Astronautics Award from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Washington, D.C. The award recognises the mission’s successful soft landing near the Moon’s south pole.

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  NASA Moon Base Project Explained: Space agency plans permanent Lunar Habitat for astronauts and Mars

  Science | May 21, 2026 17:26 IST

  NASA has revealed about its Moon Base project, which aims to establish a long-term human habitat on the Moon. The proposed lunar base near the Moon’s South Pole will support astronauts during extended missions and help prepare for future crewed missions to Mars.

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  India tests Indigenous Suryastra Rocket System with pinpoint accuracy, boosts defence power

  Science | May 20, 2026 14:28 IST

  India achieved a major milestone in indigenous defence technology after private defence firm Nibe Limited successfully tested the long-range Suryastra rocket system at Chandipur. The trials included 150km and 300km strike-range variants, both delivering highly accurate strikes with minimal error.

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  ISRO Scientist Nandini Harinath’s saree from Mangalyaan Mission showcased at Smithsonian Museum

  Science | May 13, 2026 13:59 IST

  The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC has showcased a saree worn by ISRO scientist Nandini Harinath during India’s historic Mars Orbiter Mission.

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  ISRO to include civilian astronauts in future Gaganyaan Missions, STEM experts likely to join

  Science | April 27, 2026 14:16 IST

  ISRO is reportedly preparing to induct civilians with STEM backgrounds into its astronaut programme for future Gaganyaan missions. While early crewed flights will focus on military test pilots, upcoming missions may include scientists and engineers to support research in orbit and more.

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  ISRO and ESA sign new agreement for joint Earth observation missions

  Science | March 08, 2026 12:51 IST

  ISRO and the European Space Agency have signed a new agreement to collaborate on calibration, validation and scientific studies for Earth observation missions. The partnership also builds on previous collaborations, including the Proba-3 satellite mission.

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  ISRO details NVS-02 orbit-raising anomaly, apex committee recommends corrective measures

  Science | February 26, 2026 7:02 IST

  ISRO has detailed the orbit-raising anomaly of NVS-02 launched aboard GSLV-F15. An Apex Committee identified a drive signal issue affecting the pyro valve and recommended corrective measures, which were implemented in the CMS-03 mission.

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  Team of retired ISRO scientists formed to analyse PSLV failures, to submit its report before April

  India | February 25, 2026 23:48 IST

  According to highly placed ISRO sources, the expert committee will submit its report to ISRO Chairman V Narayanan before April. Sources say that in addition to technical aspects, the committee will also examine whether organisational problems played a role in the PSLV failure.

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  NISAR maps India’s soil at 100m resolution; NSIL–GalaxEye pact boosts space sector

  Science | February 14, 2026 16:53 IST

  ISRO said NISAR is imaging India in S- and L-bands, generating 100m soil moisture products every 12 days. The data supports agriculture, irrigation planning, and drought preparedness. NSIL has partnered with GalaxEye to resell advanced satellite imagery products.

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  ISRO to relaunch PSLV in June after back-to-back failures, sabotage ruled out

  Science | February 03, 2026 11:37 IST

  ISRO will attempt a fresh PSLV launch in June after two consecutive mission failures, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said, ruling out sabotage and affirming global confidence in India’s space programme.

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  ISRO planning multiple satellite launches in 2026, says chairman V Narayanan

  Science | January 25, 2026 12:04 IST

  ISRO Chairman V Narayanan says India is planning multiple satellite launches in 2026, along with ambitious goals like an Indian space station and a human Moon mission under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership.

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  ISRO–ESA Solar science workshop begins in Thiruvananthapuram

  Science | January 22, 2026 16:31 IST

  A five-day ISRO–ESA heliophysics workshop focusing on Aditya-L1, Solar Orbiter and Proba-3 missions is underway in Thiruvananthapuram.

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  PSLV-C62 mission failure:ISRO faces first space launch setback of 2026

  Science | January 15, 2026 13:44 IST

  India’s space programme faced its first setback of 2026 after the PSLV-C62 mission failed on January 12 due to a technical anomaly in the rocket’s third stage. The issue prevented the satellite from achieving orbital velocity, leading to the loss of the EOS-N1 satellite and 15 smaller payloads.

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  ISRO PSLV-C62 mission fails: 16 Satellites lost, but Spanish 'KID' prototype survives re-entry

  Science | January 13, 2026 17:17 IST

  ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission ends in failure as 16 satellites are lost due to a third-stage anomaly. However, the Spanish KID satellite miraculously survived 28g loads. Read the full analysis of the PSLV-C62 failure and KID survival.

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  ISRO veteran outlines India’s path to Bharat Space Station and 2027 astronaut launch | Exclusive

  Science | January 12, 2026 15:32 IST

  Veteran ISRO scientist Dr S Venkateswara Sharma discusses the PSLV-C62 failure, the strategic importance of the EOS-N1 Anvesha satellite, and India's plans for the Bharat Space Station by 2035.

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  ISRO PSLV-C62 mission fails: A Look at the space agency's rare launch setbacks

  Science | January 12, 2026 12:13 IST

  ISRO Chairman V Narayanan confirms a third-stage disturbance in the PSLV-C62 mission. Read about the history of ISRO's rare mission setbacks including PSLV-C61 and SSLV-D1.

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  ISRO confirms performance anomaly in PSLV-C62 third stage following launch

  Science | January 12, 2026 11:07 IST

  Latest update on the PSLV-C62/EOS-N1 mission. ISRO reports a third-stage disturbance and is currently studying flight data regarding the trajectory deviation.

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  ISRO kicks off 2026: PSLV-C62 successfully launches with EOS-N1 and 14 payloads

  Science | January 12, 2026 10:19 IST

  ISRO begins its 2026 space schedule with the successful launch of the PSLV-C62 mission. Carrying the EOS-N1 and 14 co-passenger satellites, the mission includes a unique re-entry demonstration of the KID capsule.

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  ISRO PSLV-C62 launch highlights: EOS-N1 and 14 satellites failed to reach intended orbit

  Science | January 12, 2026 11:30 IST

  Follow highlights for ISRO's first launch of 2026. The PSLV-C62 mission was intended to deploy the EOS-N1 satellite and 14 payloads, followed by a unique KID capsule re-entry demonstration.