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NISAR satellite to help India monitor disasters, forests and farmlands from space: Details
Science | Jul 30, 2025, 02:46 PM ISTISRO and the US space agency NASA are set to liftoff the joint satellite mission – NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) today. This mission will enable India to know the real condition of the indian boundaries.
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ISRO-NASA joint satellite NISAR set for Launch today from Sriharikota: When and where to watch live?
Science | Jul 30, 2025, 11:39 AM ISTThe ISRO-NASA NISAR satellite, a landmark Earth observation mission, is set for launch today at 5:40 pm from Sriharikota. Designed for high-resolution Earth mapping under all weather conditions, the satellite marks the first hardware collaboration between the two space agencies.
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NISAR Mission to showcase Indian Space Engineering on global scale: Ex-ISRO scientist
Science | Jul 29, 2025, 01:09 PM ISTThe NISAR satellite is set to launch on July 30 at 5:40 PM IST, aboard the GSLV-Mk II rocket from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.
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NISAR Earth observation satellite launch set for July 30, confirms ISRO chief
Science | Jul 28, 2025, 01:01 PM ISTNISAR, or NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar, is a dual-frequency Earth observation satellite. It will be launched later this month.
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ISRO, NIOT partner to develop deep-sea human submersible MATSYA-6000
Science | Jul 23, 2025, 11:31 PM ISTThe MATSYA-6000, a human-occupied vehicle (HOV), is an integral part of the 'Samudrayaan' initiative, which falls under the Deep Ocean Mission of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
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NASA-ISRO’s NISAR Mission to launch soon from India: What does it mean for natural disaster tracking
Science | Jul 17, 2025, 02:44 PM ISTNASA and ISRO are preparing to launch the NISAR satellite from Sriharikota in late July. This advanced radar satellite will provide high-resolution, 3D views of Earth's surface to monitor changes in land and ice and help manage natural disasters.
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Touchdown vs Splashdown: Why Shubhanshu Shukla's Dragon capsule landed in water, not on land
Science | Jul 15, 2025, 04:53 PM ISTThe return of Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla aboard SpaceX's Dragon Grace spacecraft will end with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, not a ground-based touchdown. This water landing method is chosen for safety, structural integrity, and historical reliability.
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Mission successful! Shubhanshu Shukla's first picture after return from International Space Station
Science | Jul 15, 2025, 04:38 PM ISTDuring his time aboard the International Space Station, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla carried out seven India-specific microgravity experiments, highlighting the country’s advancing expertise in space science and technology.
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'Shubhanshu Shukla has inspired a billion dreams': PM Modi lauds Indian astronaut's arrival
India | Jul 15, 2025, 03:52 PM ISTAstronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three crewmates from the commercial Axiom-4 mission made a dramatic return to Earth as the Dragon spacecraft ‘Grace’ splashed down off the coast of San Diego, southern California, on Tuesday.
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How much does Shubhanshu Shukla earn? ISRO astronaut's salary revealed
Science | Jul 15, 2025, 01:12 PM ISTWhile India reportedly spent around Rs 548 crore on the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla himself does not receive any additional payment for his spaceflight. His salary as an ISRO astronaut is estimated to be between Rs 12 to Rs 20 lakh per annum, which is based on seniority, performance, and mission role.
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Shubhanshu Shukla returns safely to Earth from ISS as Dragon capsule splashes down
Science | Jul 15, 2025, 04:16 PM ISTShubhanshu Shukla returned to Earth after an extended 18-day mission, which was part of Axiom Space's Ax-4 programme. Shubhanshu Shukla has achieved the remarkable milestone of becoming the first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS, following in the footsteps of Rakesh Sharma.
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ISRO achieves major Gaganyaan milestone: Service module propulsion system ready
Science | Jul 12, 2025, 03:47 PM ISTThe Service Module (SM) of Gaganyaan features a regulated bi-propellant propulsion system designed to meet the needs of the Orbital Module.
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ISRO chief details India's decisive role in saving Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission
Science | Jul 12, 2025, 11:37 AM ISTShubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission encountered several delays before its launch on July 25. ISRO decided to cancel the June 11 launch after doubt on the integrity of the Falcon 9 rocket.
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ISRO successfully completes crucial hot tests of Gaganyaan Propulsion System
Science | Jul 09, 2025, 03:00 PM ISTISRO has reportedly completed two successful hot tests of the Gaganyaan Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS). The test took place at its Propulsion Complex, which is based in Mahendragiri.
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Is Asteroid 2024 YR4, dubbed as 'city-killer', on collision course: Will it hit Earth?
Science | Jul 08, 2025, 03:37 PM ISTAsteroid 2024 YR4 holds a 4 per cent chance of hitting the Moon. Discovered after it had already passed Earth, the asteroid’s trajectory highlights the limitations of current Earth-based detection systems.
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From ISS, Shubhanshu Shukla commends ISRO chief for crucial role in safe travel
Science | Jul 07, 2025, 04:48 PM ISTThe conversation occurred on the afternoon of July 6. During the call, Narayanan expressed his interest in Shukla's well-being and inquired about the various scientific experiments and activities happening on the ISS.
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Shubhanshu Shukla becomes first Indian on ISS: 'Privileged to see Earth from this vantage point'
Science | Jun 26, 2025, 11:42 PM ISTShubhanshu Shukla becomes the first Indian in over four decades to enter the International Space Station (ISS). As part of Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission, Shukla shared a heartfelt message after reaching the ISS aboard the SpaceX Dragon capsule.
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Shubhanshu Shukla along with 3 other astronauts join ISS: Family overjoyed as India marks history
Science | Jun 26, 2025, 07:21 PM ISTThe Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crew, including India’s Shubhanshu Shukla, has successfully entered the International Space Station (ISS) after a smooth docking by the SpaceX Dragon capsule. The crew will spend 14 days onboard conducting scientific research, outreach, and commercial activities.
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Shubhanshu Shukla leads India's return to space after 41 years as Axiom-4 docks at ISS: Video
Science | Jun 26, 2025, 06:54 PM ISTIndian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and his Ax-4 crewmates docked with the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Dragon capsule after a 28-hour journey from Florida. The docking was completed at 4:03 PM IST on June 26, with the hatch scheduled to open after critical safety checks.
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HAL to take over SSLV production: Wins key technology transfer bid
Science | Jun 20, 2025, 03:40 PM ISTHAL is set to develop two rockets using the same design and supplier framework. Following this, HAL will have the freedom to enhance the design and choose its own vendors for the third rocket.