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India tests Indigenous Suryastra Rocket System with pinpoint accuracy, boosts defence power
Science | May 20, 2026, 02:28 PM ISTIndia 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 successfully completes static test for improved SSLV third stage
Science | Dec 31, 2025, 10:48 AM ISTThe SSLV is an ISRO-designed, three-stage solid launch vehicle optimised for industrial mass production. It is specifically engineered to provide "launch-on-demand" capabilities with rapid turnaround times between flights.
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Suspected ISRO rocket debris discovered on Sri Lankan coast | See pics
Science | Dec 30, 2025, 04:17 PM ISTA large piece of suspected rocket debris was discovered on Sri Lanka's eastern coast, just days after ISRO launched its heaviest-ever payload using the LVM3-M6 rocket.
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DRDO successfully conducts high-speed rocket sled test of fighter aircraft escape system | VIDEO
India | Dec 02, 2025, 09:21 PM ISTDefence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system at precisely controlled velocity of 800 km/h.
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ISRO set to launch India’s heaviest communication satellite: Check launch time, where to watch live
Science | Nov 02, 2025, 10:32 AM ISTISRO will launch its most powerful communication satellite, CMS-03, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. Weighing in at 4,410 kg, CMS-03 will be the heaviest communication satellite India has ever sent into space.
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Chinese rocket crashes next to residential in Qinghai, sparks panic and toxic smoke concerns
World | Oct 21, 2025, 09:17 PM ISTA Chinese Long March 2D rocket stage crashed in Qinghai province after launching the Shiyan-31 satellite, releasing toxic fumes and sparking fires. The incident reignited concerns about China’s uncontrolled rocket debris and its environmental impact.
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Agnikul sets sights on fully reusable rockets, unveils new plans
Science | Sep 29, 2025, 04:47 PM ISTAgnikul's strategy for fully reusable rockets will eliminate expended parts, positioning the company to deliver satellite-launch services at globally competitive prices.
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ISRO successfully tests parachutes for gaganyaan crew module in Chandigarh trial
Science | Sep 05, 2025, 02:43 PM ISTISRO has successfully conducted parachute deployment trials for the Gaganyaan crew module at Chandigarh’s RTRS facility. The tests, carried out on a rocket-sled, proved that the mortar-packed parachutes can deploy safely during high-speed re-entry.
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ISRO's next rocket aims to be 40 stories tall, will launch 75 tons, says Narayanan
Science | Aug 19, 2025, 01:39 PM ISTThis year, ISRO plans to launch a new NAVIC satellite, develop a rocket called the N1, and use Indian rockets to send a large communication satellite weighing 6,500 kilograms into space for the United States.
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ISRO forms panel to investigate failure of PSLV-C61 rocket 'Earth observation satellite mission'
Science | May 19, 2025, 08:57 AM ISTPSLV-C61 mssion: The flight sequence of the PSLV-C-61 consists of various stages, starting from the ignition of PS1 and PSOM at the ground to the separation of various sections, to finally the separation of the satellite from the rocket.
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PSLV-C61 rocket carrying EOS-09 mission could not be accomplished from Sriharikota: ISRO chief
Science | May 18, 2025, 07:39 AM ISTISRO earlier said, EOS-09 equipped with its payload- Synthetic Aperture Radar- has been designed to provide continuous and reliable remote sensing data for operational applications across sectors.
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ISRO focused on national security, gears up for 101st rocket launch: Chairman V Narayanan
Science | May 15, 2025, 07:08 PM ISTEmphasising that ISRO does not compete globally but focuses on India’s needs, he confirmed the launch of India’s 101st rocket, RISAT-18, aboard PSLV-C61, scheduled for May 18, 2025. The satellite will boost India's surveillance and disaster management capabilities.
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Pinaka: India's indigenous rocket artillery that blends muscle and modern warfare | Know about it
India | May 05, 2025, 02:13 PM ISTPinaka's devastating capabilities are underscored by its ability to launch a salvo of 72 rockets in just 44 seconds, delivering up to seven tonnes of explosives across enemy targets up to 60 km away. It also epitomises the success of India’s "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" initiative in defence manufacturing
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German firm Aerospace's Spectrum rocket explodes seconds after test launch | Watch
World | Mar 30, 2025, 10:56 PM ISTA test rocket intended to kickstart satellite launches from Europe fell to the ground and exploded less than a minute after takeoff from Norway on Sunday, in what the German startup Isar Aerospace had described as an initial test.
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SpaceX's Starship launch halted at last minute due to technical issues, Elon Musk reacts
Science | Mar 04, 2025, 07:52 AM ISTThe countdown got down to the 40-second mark, but it was halted because of issues with the 403-foot (123-metre) rocket, the world's largest and most powerful.
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Punjab: Seven rocket shells found from garbage dump in Patiala
India | Feb 10, 2025, 04:19 PM ISTHe said the shells were found from a bag at the garbage dump on Patiala Road.
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Rocket fire from Lebanon kills 7 in Israel, tensions rise as US pushes for ceasefire in Middle East
World | Nov 01, 2024, 08:45 AM ISTThe strikes set off a fire that affected the dialysis unit, destroyed water tanks, damaged the surgery building and injured four medics trying to extinguish the blaze. Both Hezbollah and Hamas are backed by Iran, Israel's regional adversary.
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SpaceX to launch Starship’s fourth test flight on June 6: Details
Science | Jun 02, 2024, 12:50 PM ISTSpaceX is preparing to launch the fourth test flight of its Starship rocket on June 6. This test flight, incorporating numerous improvements, is scheduled to lift off at 7 a.m. CT from SpaceX’s Starbase facility near Boca Chica Beach in S. Texas.
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Superfood Arugula: Know THESE 5 benefits of this Rocket Leaves
Health | Apr 01, 2024, 06:47 AM ISTDiscover the powerhouse of nutrients with arugula: packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants for enhanced health and vitality. Uncover five compelling reasons to include these rocket leaves in your diet for optimal well-being.
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Video: IAF's Chinook chopper drops ISRO's Pushpak 'Viman' from 15,000 feet. This happens next
Science | Mar 22, 2024, 07:45 PM ISTIndian Air Force's (IAF) Chinook helicopter was used in ISRO project related to Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) 'PUSHPAK' as part of its RLV-LEX 2 mission. The helicopter was used for its airlift quality.