Satellite
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NASA study reveals shocking new threat ruining Hubble and future telescope images
Science | Dec 04, 2025, 02:35 PM ISTWhile space telescopes are presumed safe from interference, a NASA-led study recently confirmed a major problem that is now ruining their images.
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ISRO-NASA's NISAR satellite to be declared operational on November 7, says ISRO chief
Science | Nov 05, 2025, 03:43 PM ISTConsidered the most expensive Earth observation satellite ever built, the 2,400 kg NISAR was launched on July 30 using ISRO’s GSLV rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre.
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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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Starlink prepares India launch: Satellite stations planned in 9 cities for high-speed internet acces
Technology | Oct 24, 2025, 11:58 AM ISTElon Musk's Starlink is preparing for its full-scale launch in India, with plans to build gateway earth stations in nine major cities across the country.
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ISRO outlines major missions, including two LVM-3 launches in November and Gaganyaan progress
Science | Oct 24, 2025, 11:38 AM ISTISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced that the agency will launch the CMS-03 communication satellite and the private U.S. satellite BlueBird in November, along with providing updates on several other missions.
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Satellite internet launch: TRAI contradicts govt, says no recommendation pending
Technology | Oct 11, 2025, 10:49 AM ISTRecently, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that the pending satellite communication spectrum recommendations are delaying the launch of the service in the country.
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When will Starlink satellite internet launch in India? Minister Scindia reveals key hurdle
Apps | Oct 10, 2025, 12:34 PM ISTDespite the government granting licenses to two players and issuing a Letter of Intent to Starlink, Minister Scindia, at the India Mobile Congress 2025, detailed the reasons delaying the satellite internet services rollout.
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Starlink launch gets further delayed as DoT wants changes to TRAI's spectrum pricing recommendations
Technology | Sep 17, 2025, 11:35 PM ISTThe Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has sent back most of the telecom regulator's recommendations on satellite spectrum allocation, including those related to pricing.
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SpaceX Falcon 9 deploys 21 satellites for US military’s secure communication network
Science | Sep 12, 2025, 06:55 PM ISTSpaceX Falcon 9 launched 21 satellites on September 10, marking the start of the US military’s next-generation secure satellite network. Part of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture, these satellites form the Transport Layer, designed to provide encrypted global communications for the US
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Government completes satellite spectrum allocation framework, Starlink India launch imminent
Technology | Jul 31, 2025, 03:47 PM ISTUnion Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced on Thursday that a framework for spectrum allocation is now in place for a seamless rollout of Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service in India.
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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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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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Starlink receives permission to launch satellite internet in India: Here's when you can use it
Technology | Jul 09, 2025, 07:14 PM ISTThe permission has allowed Starlink to use its satellite to provide satellite internet in India. The company can soon launch its services in the country.
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Forget Starlink, India's own company set to start satellite broadband service soon
Technology | Jul 07, 2025, 11:28 AM ISTTo compete effectively with foreign companies like Starlink and Amazon, an Indian company is preparing to launch a satellite broadband service in India. The company has received approval from IN-SPACe.
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Vodafone Idea delights users, new service to enable audio and video calls without network
Technology | Jun 19, 2025, 07:00 AM ISTVodafone Idea has partnered with satellite communications company AST SpaceMobile. This collaboration aims to deliver satellite services directly to smartphones.
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Starlink to launch its services in India within two months, with monthly plans starting at Rs 3,000
Technology | Jun 11, 2025, 12:17 PM ISTStarlink users will be required to pay a one-time device fee of Rs 33,000. These prices are consistent with those already charged in neighboring countries like Bhutan and Bangladesh.
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Elon Musk's Starlink receives licence to launch satellite internet in India: Sources
Technology | Jun 06, 2025, 11:38 PM ISTStarlink is now the third company to get this kind of approval from the Department of Telecom, which oversees telecommunications in the country.
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TRAI's low satellite internet charges draw opposition from Airtel, Jio, Vi
Technology | Jun 03, 2025, 08:17 AM ISTIn a letter to the Department of Telecom, COAI has expressed its concerns regarding TRAI's recommendation on low satellite spectrum charges and highlighted the need for a broader perspective from telecom service providers.
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ISRO performs 122 Collision Avoidance Manoeuvres over past 14 years
Science | May 29, 2025, 06:43 PM ISTISRO regularly conducts analyses to anticipate potential close encounters between various space objects and Indian space assets. When critical close approaches are forecasted, the agency implements Collision Avoidance Maneuvers (CAMs).
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Union Minister Scindia reveals when satellite internet service will roll out in India
Technology | May 27, 2025, 11:06 AM ISTUnion Minister Scindia participated in the launch of the Sanchar Mitra Scheme and unveiled the theme for the India Mobile Congress 2025.