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Nagpur: SDAL develops propulsion system for VIKRAM-1 satellite launch vehicle
Nagpur, April 5: Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL), Nagpur, has developed and manufactured the propulsion system along with its Igniter and realized third stage Rocket Motor for VIKRAM-1 Satellite Launch Vehicle.
Real growth possible with stronger industry-research establishment connection, says ISRO Chairman S Somnath
Hyderabad, April 5: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman S Somnath attended the Indian School of Business event in Hyderabad. Somnath said that it was a wonderful experience coming to ISB as it is one of the leading business schools with a global reputation.
Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota; Rs 3984.86 cr project to be completed in 4 Years: Union MoS Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, April 3: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that a Third Launch Pad (TLP) will be established at Satish Dhawan Space Centre of ISRO in Sriharikota.
Will soon sign MoU with ISRO over Assam's satellite system: CM Sarma
Guwahati, April 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that the government will soon sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ISRO for having its satellite system of the state.
Assam to launch its own satellite for better infrastructure, disaster management: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jorhat, April 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced that the state will launch its own satellite, adding that scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have already visited for this purpose.
3rd India-Japan Space Dialogue marks start of Science Tech and Innovation Exchange Year between two nations
Tokyo, April 1: The third India-Japan Space Dialogue was held in Tokyo on April 1.
I'm going to my father's home country, Sunita Williams plans trip to India
Washington DC, April 1: NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams said she plans to visit India soon, and meet with ISRO's team during her visit.
ISRO registers new milestone, semicryogenic engine hot test marks new era in space capabilities
New Delhi, March 28: The Indian Space Research Organisation registered another milestone on Thursday after it raised its space mission capabilities to the next level.
Efforts to develop space policy, establish ISRO center in state: MP CM Yadav
Bhopal, March 27: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav virtually inaugurated the National Scientific Conference/Science Festival and the 40th Madhya Pradesh Youth Scientific Conference organised at the Kalidas Academy Campus, Ujjain, from the CM residence office on Thursday and addressed the event on the occasion.
ISRO's commercial arm NSIL reports 43 pc revenue growth in FY25, PBT up 54 pc
New Delhi, March 26: NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has reported Rs 3,026.09 crore in revenue in FY25 to date, an impressive 43 per cent growth from Rs 2,116.12 crore in FY24, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.
Lucknow Municipality passes resolution to rename road after Sunita Williams
Lucknow, March 25: Lucknow Municipal Corporation on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution to rename the road in front of the ISRO office in Janakipuram after Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams.
Chandrayaan-4 to pioneer lunar docking tech, lunar sample collection: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 19: The Chandrayaan-4 mission, slated for launch in 2047, will pioneer lunar docking technology, and bring back lunar samples, said Union Minister of State for the Department of Space, Jitendra Singh, in Parliament on Wednesday.
Success of Chandrayaan missions raising curiosity, interest among students about space: Minister
New Delhi, March 19: The success of the Chandrayaan missions has sparked immense curiosity and interest among students in space science and astronomy, said Union Minister of State for the Department of Space Dr. Jitendra Singh in Parliament on Wednesday.
Proud moment for all of us in Space community: Former ISRO Chief hails NASA Crew-9's successful return
Thiruvananthapuram, March 19: Former ISRO Chief Dr G Madhavan Nair on Wednesday said that returning of National Aeronautics and Space Administration astronaut Sunita Williams to Earth after being stranded at the International Space Station for nine months is a "proud moment" for the Space community.
We wish to utilise your expertise in space exploration: ISRO welcomes Sunita Williams after extended ISS mission
New Delhi, March 19: Following astronaut Sunita Williams' safe return from her extended mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), prominent Indian leaders have extended heartfelt messages of admiration and congratulations.
Don't be afraid to dream big, pursue it one step at a time: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla
New Delhi, March 18: Indian Air Force (IAF) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla -- set to become the first Indian to go to the International Space Station (ISS) soon -- on Tuesday urged fellow citizens to not be afraid to dream big and to pursue it one step at a time.
Indian space startups surging at unprecedented rate under clear govt policy: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla (IANS Exclusive)
New Delhi, March 18: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India's space startup journey at the American podcaster Lex Fridman's mega show, Indian Air Force (IAF) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla -- set to become the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS) soon -- told IANS on Tuesday that domestic startups in the space sector are growing at an unprecedented rate.
India among 6 countries with indigenous Cryogenic tech, ISRO's CE20 engine now human-rated: ISRO
New Delhi, March 17: India is among six countries -- the US, France, Russia, China, and Japan -- that have indigenously developed Cryogenic technology, said Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan on Monday.
Centre approves Chandrayaan-5 mission, to carry 250 kg rover to lunar surface: ISRO chief
New Delhi, March 17: The Central government has approved the Chandrayaan 5 mission, and it will carry a whopping 250 kg rover to the lunar surface, said the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Chairman V Narayanan.
Centre has given go ahead for Chadrayaan-5 mission to moon: ISRO chief Narayanan
Chennai, March 17: ISRO chairman V Narayanan said that the Centre has recently accorded approval for the ambitious Chandrayaan-5 mission as part of building capability towards achieving the goal of an Indian landing on the Moon by 2040. He further detailed that the space agency has been tasked with realising the ambition of India's Space Station by 2035.
ISRO conducts flight acceptance test of CE20 cryogenic engine for LVM3-M6 mission
New Delhi, March 15: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the flight acceptance hot testing of the cryogenic engine for the LVM-M6 mission, the space agency said.
India one of four nations to demonstrate satellite docking and undocking: ISRO Chairman
Thiruvananthapuram, March 15: India has joined an elite group of four nations that have successfully demonstrated the complex technology of satellite docking and undocking, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr V Narayanan said on Friday following the successful completion of the SpaDEx (Space Docking Experiment) mission.
India generated USD 143 million launching foreign satellites since 2015
New Delhi, March 14: India generated foreign exchange revenue worth USD 143 million through launching foreign satellites during the period from 2015 to 2024, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Jitendra Singh, who looks after the space sector, informed Lok Sabha.
Amit Shah lauds ISRO for SpaDeX success, calls it a step towards India's own space station
New Delhi, March 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday congratulated Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists for successfully de-docking the SpaDeX satellites in space, calling it a significant step toward India's ambition of building its own space station.
ASSAMSAT to have an array of four-five satellites: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, March 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday asserted that the state will have at least four-five satellites to cover the entire state.
Isro undocks Spadex satellites, paves way for India's lunar exploration
New Delhi, March 13: The Indian Space Research Organisation on Thursday announced the successful completion of its SpaDeX mission's space de-docking, marking a significant milestone in India's future in space exploration.
ISRO earns $439 mn via foreign satellite launches in 10 years: Minister
New Delhi, March 12: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has generated a revenue of $439 million from foreign satellite launches in the last 10 years, Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, informed on Wednesday.
Indian space economy to reach USD 44 bn by 2033: FICCI-EY report
New Delhi, March 12: Indian space economy is aiming to reach USD 44 billion by 2033 from USD 8.4 billion in 2022, said a FICCI-EY report on 'Unlocking India's Space Economy - Pathways to Growth, Innovation and Global Leadership', released today at Bharat Space Conclave 2025', organized by FICCI.
India's space technology revolutionises governance, agriculture, defence: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 8: Union Minister Jitendra Singh has said that India's Space technology is no longer confined only to rocket launches but is also playing a major role in revolutionising governance by supplementing transparency, grievance redressal, and citizen participation.
India's space sector poised to reach USD 44 billion: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 8: Addressing the 'Space-Tech for Good Governance' Conclave organized by the Indian Institute of Democratic Leadership, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh projected the space sector to surge to USD 44 billion in the near future, marking a nearly fivefold growth.
Shilpi Soni shares her journey; lauds PM Modi's vision for women empowerment
New Delhi, March 8: Shilpi Soni, a key member managing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social media presence, took over his X handle on International Women’s Day, sharing her inspiring story and messages of empowerment.
International Women's Day: Two women scientists take over PM Modi's 'X' handle to share their stories
New Delhi, March 8: Two women scientists on Saturday took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media account to share their work and experiences with their countrymen on International Women's Day.
Women of substance take over PM Modi's social media handles on International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 8: Indian chess Grandmaster R Vaishali, along with scientists Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni, took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's X handle on International Women's Day, sharing inspiring messages of determination, ambition, and empowerment.
India will be a major player in 21st century's space exploration: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 1: India will become a major player in 21st century's space exploration, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh.
We would like to be aerospace power by 2047: Air Chief Marshal AP Singh
New Delhi, February 28: Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh on Friday set his sights on becoming a major aerospace power by 2047. He said that the Indian Air Force (IAF) has already taken significant steps towards achieving this goal, including educating its personnel to be more space-oriented.
Indian space economy expected to jump to $44 bn in few years: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Feb 26: India's space economy is expected to increase five-fold from $8 billion to $44 billion in the next few years, said Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology.
Satellite Services to drive India's space sector growth with almost half of contribution by 2030: Report
New Delhi, February 25: India's space industry is on the path to rapid expansion, with the sector expected to grow from its current value of around USD 13 billion to USD 77 billion by 2030, according to a report by DAM Capital.
Delhi BJP holds over 5,000 booth-level events for 'Mann ki Baat', BJP chief JP Nadda, Delhi CM attend
New Delhi, February 23: Delhi BJP organized 5018 booth-level events in which BJP workers listened to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' programme.
PM Modi's concern on rising obesity in 'Mann Ki Baat' resonates among common people
New Delhi, Feb 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the 119th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, spoke on a raft of issues, including rising obesity, stress over examinations, and others. He also hailed ISRO's achievements in space and urged the youth to dedicate 'a day for science'.
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi suggests spending one day as a scientist to spread curiosity among youth, children about science
New Delhi, February 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 119th episode of Mann ki Baat on Sunday urged people to observe National Science Day by spending "One Day as a Scientist," which he said will foster curiosity among children and youth about science.