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  ISRO’s new satellite launch scheduled for June 18 for Defence and Disaster Monitoring

  Science | May 12, 2025 13:51 IST

  India is set to launch the EOS-09 (RISAT-1B) satellite from Sriharikota on June 18 using the PSLV-C61 XL rocket. Equipped with advanced radar imaging capabilities, the satellite will support national defence, disaster response, and natural resource monitoring efforts.

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  ISRO watching India’s borders 24x7 with 10 satellites: Chairman V Narayanan

  India | May 12, 2025 13:52 IST

  ISRO Chairman confirmed that 10 satellites are constantly monitoring India’s borders and coastlines for strategic and security purposes. He emphasised the vital role of satellite and drone technologies in national defence while speaking at a university convocation in Manipur.

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  ISRO plans to deploy 52 surveillance satellites over next 5 years: INSPACe chief

  Technology | May 08, 2025 16:39 IST

  Half of the 52 surveillance satellites will be produced by private companies. ISRO is also preparing to transfer Small Satellite Launch Vehicle technology to private entities.

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  ISRO ensures Indian dishes for astronaut Shukla on space station

  Science | May 07, 2025 15:35 IST

  Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will be part of Axiom Mission 4, scheduled to launch on May 29, 2025. The astronauts will stay at the ISS for 14 days.

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  PM Modi highlights India’s remarkable space journey from 1963 rocket launch to Moon’s South Pole

  Science | May 07, 2025 14:11 IST

  In a special video message at the Global Conference on Space Exploration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on India's incredible journey from launching its first rocket in 1963 to becoming the first country to land near the Moon's south pole.

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  Gaganyaan faces further delay, now aiming for early 2027 launch window

  Science | May 06, 2025 17:43 IST

  The Gaganyaan mission was initially planned for 2022. The deadline has been shifted twice, first to 2025 and then to 2026. Now, ISRO aims to launch it in the first quarter of 2027.

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  Former ISRO chief K. Kasturirangan passes away; PM Modi expresses condolences

  Science | April 25, 2025 14:44 IST

  Dr. Kasturirangan successfully led the Indian Space program for over nine years, serving as the Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation, the Space Commission, and as Secretary to the Government of India in the Department of Space. He stepped down from his roles on August 27, 2003.

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  India to add another 100 to 150 satellites to prevent Pahalgam-like incident: ISRO Chief

  Science | April 24, 2025 11:15 IST

  ISRO chief V. Narayanan spoke at an event where he highlighted the importance of expanding satellite capabilities when asked about ISRO's actions following the tragic terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam.

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  Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to conduct 7 experiments in ISS next month

  Science | April 21, 2025 18:01 IST

  Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will embark on a journey to the space station in May. ISRO has collaborated with various space agencies to conduct seven experiments.

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  ISRO’s Spadex satellites complete second successful docking, more tests underway: Union Minister

  Science | April 21, 2025 10:38 IST

  ISRO's SPADEX (Space Docking Experiment) mission has successfully completed its second satellite docking, Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced. The mission, launched via PSLV-C60 on 30 December 2024, achieved its first docking on 16 January 2025 and undocked on 13 March.

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  ISRO announces controlled re-entry of POEM-4 orbital platform into Earth's atmosphere

  Science | April 05, 2025 12:37 IST

  POEM-4 was the upper stage of PSLV that was used to launch the SpaDeX experiment. The upper stage carried 24 payloads for various experiments.

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  Indian astronaut-designate Shubhanshu Shukla to pilot SpaceX Dragon to ISS in May

  Science | April 03, 2025 10:55 IST

  Axiom Mission 4 will consist of four astronauts. The mission to the International Space Station will be piloted by Indian astronaut-designate Shubhanshu Shukla.

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  ISRO develops advanced system for early prediction of lightning strikes across India using satellite

  Science | April 02, 2025 6:25 IST

  ISRO has utilised data from Indian geostationary satellites to predict lightning events across the country. The agency has also included Land Surface Temperature (LST) and wind data to enhance accuracy.

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  'India is amazing': Sunita Williams describes how the country looks from space | VIDEO

  Science | April 01, 2025 9:31 IST

  NASA astronaut Sunita Williams shared her breathtaking experience of viewing India from space, describing the Himalayas, Mumbai, and city lights from orbit.

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  ISRO's satellite imagery reveals extent of destruction from Myanmar earthquake

  World | March 31, 2025 21:33 IST

  Myanmar junta said the death toll has risen to 2,056, with more than 3,900 people injured and 270 still missing.

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  ISRO achieves electric propulsion milestone! Passes 1000-hour space endurance test

  Science | March 30, 2025 10:47 IST

  Currently, chemical propulsion is utilised to raise satellite orbits. This innovation will lead to significant mass savings and increased capacity.

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  ISRO achieves milestone: Semicryogenic Engine hot test paves way for future missions

  Science | March 28, 2025 23:53 IST

  ISRO has achieved a major breakthrough with the successful hot test of the Semicryogenic Engine Power Head Test Article (PHTA) at its Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri. The SE2000 engine, set to enhance India’s launch vehicle capabilities, promises higher payload capacity and improved efficiency.

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  Sky is not the limit: India's space ambition soars high | ISRO's future missions explained

  Explainers | March 25, 2025 22:35 IST

  The national space agency, ISRO, will be embarking on quite a celestial journey with several missions lined up, including the Gaganyaan Mission, Mangalyaan-2 and Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5.

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  ISRO welcomes Sunita Williams back, wishes to utilise her expertise in India's space exploration

  India | March 19, 2025 10:18 IST

  ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said astronaut Sunita Williams' safe return was a remarkable achievement and a testament to NASA, SpaceX, and the USA's commitment to space exploration.

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  Starlink’s entry won’t impact India’s space industry, says IN-SPACe chairman

  Science | March 17, 2025 11:07 IST

  While Starlink’s entry into India could shake up the telecom landscape, Goenka remains confident that India’s space ecosystem will remain unaffected.