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ISRO faces biggest manpower crunch in 25 years as nearly 3 in 10 posts remain vacant amid Gaganyaan, Moon and Mars ambitions

India's space program confronts a widening manpower shortage with nearly three in ten sanctioned posts vacant. Staffing levels have steadily declined, reaching a low point in recent years. This shortfall occurs as ISRO embarks on ambitious missions, including human spaceflight. The Department of Space cites Covid disruptions and recruitment reforms…

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Pawan Kumar Chandana: Meet India's Elon Musk, the Skyroot CEO who once scored 50 in maths and is now sending Vikram-1 into space

Pawan Kumar Chandana: Skyroot Aerospace CEO and co-founder Pawan Kumar Chandana, a child who was once bad at maths, is now the head of this ambitious space company. If Skyroot is successful, it will be in a very small club of private space companies in the world. The launch is…

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India's space sector takes off as private rocket readies launch

India has sent spacecraft to Mars and the Moon, put hundreds of satellites into orbit and will in the coming days launch its first privately developed orbital-class rocket. - Mars, Moon, Sun, Sea - In 2014, India became the first Asian nation to put a spacecraft into orbit around Mars.

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Indian spacetech industry shoots for the stars

Private companies are reshaping India's space ambitions, building rockets and satellites as the country pushes to capture a bigger share of the global space economy. Building a satellite of that class, India has never done at least in a private context.

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India's private space industry shoots for the stars

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ISRO resignations: Govt tightens exit rules for Gaganyaan and other critical projects after 100+ reported departures

The Department of Space has tightened rules for scientists leaving ISRO. This action follows a significant number of scientists resigning from key projects. Previously, centre directors could approve these departures, but now DoS will decide. This move aims to retain experienced personnel and ensure project continuity. ISRO acknowledges attrition but…

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After SpaceX and China, Agnikul to attempt rocket stage recovery

Agnikul is an end-to-end space transportation company incubated at IIT Madras. It develops the Agnibaan family of configurable small-lift launch vehicles powered by the world's first single-piece 3D-printed semi-cryogenic engine.

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Vikram Sarabhai's Work Ethic: Five Habits for Building Something From Nothing, India's Greatest Lesson

He Started in a Church With a Bicycle PumpIn 1963, India's first rocket was transported to its launch site on a bicycle and a bullock cart. The nose cone was carried on a cyclist's head. The launch pad was a church in Thumba, a fishing village on Kerala's coast, because…

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Getting Vikram-1 to orbit: Inside Skyroot Aerospace's coming bid to make spaceflight history

Backed by a $1.1 billion valuation, Skyroot Aerospace is betting that its Vikram-1 rocket can help transform India's commercial launch industry. And Vikram-1 is set to fly soon.

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ISRO successfully carries out tests of Gaganyaan crew module systems

The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully conducted three major tests for Gaganyaan. These tests ensured the crew module's upright position after splashdown in the sea. The umbilical mechanism separation was also examined during these important tests. Structural integrity of the crew module during apex cover separation was validated. These successful…

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Delhi briefly placed on high security alert after hoax threat call to blow up the Red Fort

A hoax bomb threat to Delhi's historic Red Fort briefly triggered a high security alert. Mumbai Police relayed the threat call to Delhi Police, which initiated a thorough security sweep. Investigations revealed the call was a hoax, and efforts are underway to trace the caller. This incident follows a similar…

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China leaps ahead with reusable rocket booster, India’s NGLV years away

China demonstrated orbital rocket booster recovery, joining reusable launch system developers. India's Next Generation Launch Vehicle program is still years from a demonstration flight. This achievement narrows the gap with global leaders like SpaceX and Blue Origin. Recovering and reusing rocket stages significantly reduces launch costs and increases frequency. India…

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ISRO Chairman Narayanan asks IISc graduates to give back to society, build developed India

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan urged IISc graduates to contribute to India's developed nation status. He emphasized lifelong learning and the opportunities available to today's graduates. India has made significant progress since independence, becoming a major global economy. The nation aims to establish its own space station by 2035 and land…

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ISRO successfully tests Gaganyaan crew module's main parachute

ISRO successfully tested Gaganyaan's main parachutes in Madhya Pradesh. This critical test qualified the parachute for expected load conditions. A simulated assembly was dropped from an aircraft at 2.5 km. Drogue and main parachutes deployed to reduce payload velocity safely. This successful test provides confidence for the first uncrewed Gaganyaan…

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ISRO successfully conducts flight acceptance test of cryogenic engine for next LVM3 mission

ISRO successfully conducted a flight acceptance hot test of its CE20 cryogenic engine. This engine powers the upper stage of the LVM3 launch vehicle for its seventh mission. The engine has performed successfully in eight previous LVM3 missions, including Chandrayaan missions. For the first time, the engine was tested with…

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Bengaluru: ISRO headquarters receives bomb threat email again

ISRO's Bengaluru headquarters received a bomb threat email on Monday, triggering an extensive search. Authorities confirmed the message was a hoax after no suspicious items were found. This follows a similar false alarm on July 2, for which a man with a history of mental illness was apprehended. Police are…

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India’s space industry hunts for its SpaceX moment

India's private space sector is rapidly advancing, with a space unicorn poised for launch and startups developing cutting-edge satellites. Prime Minister Modi's initiative to open the industry is fostering innovation, attracting significant funding, and even drawing interest from billionaires like Mukesh Ambani. Despite challenges, the momentum is strong, with companies…

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Delhi Police apprehends Ghaziabad man over hoax bomb threat emails sent to prominent organisations

Delhi Police apprehended a Ghaziabad man, Nishant Tyagi, in connection with hoax bomb threat emails sent to prominent organisations like NIA, ISRO, and DRDO, as well as an Air India flight. The 36-year-old has a history of mental illness since 2008. Authorities confirmed the threats were false after thorough security…

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Meerut boy missed IIT admission by just 2 marks, self-studied on YouTube, became a scientist at ISRO

A Meerut youth, Sanket Kumar, transformed a two-mark JEE Advanced miss into a stellar ISRO career. Undeterred by the 2021 setback, he self-studied for a year, aced the exam in 2022, and secured admission to IIST. His impressive 8.2 CGPA earned him a direct ISRO scientist interview, culminating in his…

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DGCA conducts first satellite-based landing system approach on jet aircraft in India using GAGAN

India has achieved a major aviation milestone with its first-ever satellite-based landing system approach on a jet aircraft. An IndiGo Airbus A320 successfully used the GAGAN system for a precision landing in Udaipur, marking a leap from previous turboprop-only operations. This advancement, developed by ISRO and AAI, enhances navigation accuracy…

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N Jayan appointed Director of ISRO's Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre

Aerospace engineer N Jayan has been appointed the new director of ISRO's LPSC, a significant move for India's space program. Jayan's leadership was instrumental in developing the CE20 cryogenic engine for the GSLV Mk III, a major technological leap. His extensive experience and numerous accolades, including the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar,…

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ISRO fires up advanced rocket engine, marking key milestone in development of new propulsion system

India's space agency, ISRO, has achieved a significant breakthrough with a successful hot test of its new semi-cryogenic engine power head. Reaching 88% of its target thrust, this crucial step demonstrates stable operation and builds confidence for a full 200-ton thrust demonstration. This advanced propulsion system, utilizing liquid oxygen and…

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ISRO invites proposals from Indian researchers to study XPoSat Mission data

Launched on January 1, 2024, the XPoSat, or X-ray Polarimeter Satellite, currently orbits Earth in a near-equatorial orbit at an altitude of 650 kilometres.

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Missed JEE Advanced by 2 marks, now ISRO scientist: Meerut youth who studied on YouTube without costly coaching will help power India’s space programme

Missing JEE Advanced by a mere two marks didn't deter Meerut's Sanket Kumar. He self-studied, aced the exam the following year, and joined IIST. His unique specialization in vibration and acoustics, coupled with internships, paved the way for a direct interview at ISRO. Now a scientist-engineer at the ISRO Propulsion…

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In 1981, when ISRO carried its APPLE on bullock cart for just Rs 150, the world laughed; Today, the same story is hailed as a masterstroke of innovation

India's space journey began with innovation. In 1981, the APPLE satellite mission highlighted ISRO's resourcefulness. Engineers used a bullock cart for testing, demonstrating creative problem-solving. This mission laid the groundwork for future communication satellites. It proved that determination and expertise can achieve historic success even with limited resources.

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