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Modi government strangulating, emasculating ISRO, says Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh

The Congress party criticises the Modi government's aggressive privatisation agenda for India's space program. They question the rationale behind weakening ISRO's capabilities and transferring its assets. Reports indicate ISRO's role in rocket development will be severely limited by this new policy. The party also notes that key ISRO professionals have…

The Economic Times

Space, AI and other tech integration to shape a nation's geopolitical future: Minister Shekhawat

Privatisation of space is the "democratisation of space opportunities," Shekhawat asserted at the event, organised by the Space Applications Centre (SAC), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Department of Science. The minister also hailed the visionary leadership of Indian scientist Vikram Sarabhai and his contributions to the field of…

The Economic Times

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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New book throws light on the people who helped build India’s first rockets

Indian Rocketinte Shilpikal, by former ISRO scientist V.P. Balagangadharan, a fascinating read on stories and incidents from the infancy of what is now ISRO.

The Hindu

Watch | Somnath S. on ‘Transformative Leadership in ISRO’

Somnath S, chairman, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), on leadership and the multiple stalwarts in the organisation over the years

The Hindu

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre to mark 60th anniversary of first rocket launch from Thumba

The Hindu

Modest start to big strides: India’s space programme turns 60

India's space programme began 60 years ago with the launch of a Nike Apache rocket from Thumba. Since then, ISRO has achieved many successes, including launching satellites for various applications and for deep-space science missions.

The Hindu

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Pragyan, Vikram, Vikas: How did India's Chandrayaan-3 moon mission get its names?

As India steadily establishes its roots in space exploration, Sanskrit, whose use sharply declined after the 13th century, seems to be once again coming into the limelight.

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How India’s moon landing has boosted its self image

The success of Chandrayaan-3 goes well beyond providing images from the moon’s south pole, says journalist Hannah Abraham

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As India celebrates Chandrayaan’s success, Kerala’s Latin Church recalls its role in nation’s space saga

St. Mary Magdalene Church in Thumba, a fishing hamlet located on the outskirts of Kerala’s capital city, was able to play a key role in giving wings to the country’s space mission dreams. India’s Moon mission Chandrayaan-3

The Hindu

Chennai residents celebrate with gusto as Chandrayaan-3 keeps date with moon

Excitement & pride fill TN as Chandrayan-3 makes successful descent on lunar surface; schools, residential associations, commercial establishments celebrate; CM Stalin & others congratulate ISRO scientists. #UnstoppableIndia

The Hindu

‘Congratulations, India’ says ISRO after Chandrayaan-3 lands on Moon

After scripting history by becoming the first country to successfully soft-land on the moon's south pole, the Indian Space Research Organisation sent out a message of congratulations to the nation. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Chandrayaan-3: India lands on moon, creates history

It was a giant leap for India on Wednesday evening as the Chandrayaan-3 lander module successfully landed on the moon’s South Pole, making it the first country to have achieved the historic feat and bringing to an end the disappointment over the crash landing of the Chandrayaan-2, four years ago.…

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With few hours left for Chandrayaan-3 landing – what has unfolded so far

The scheduled timing for the soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the moon’s south pole on August 23, 2023 (Today), is around 18:04 IST, with the powered descent of Vikram lander expected at 1745 IST. Read furether o0n Dynamite News:

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“Will watch it with my boys, proud moment for all Indians”: Kareena excited about Chandrayaan-3’s landing on moon

Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan has expressed excitement at India's Chandrayaan-3 moon mission which is set to achieve a soft landing on the lunar surface on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite news:

The Hindu

Chandrayaan-3 | A flight to the moon

India's third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, has captured the imagination of the public as it sets off to the moon. With improved designs and safeguards, ISRO hopes to succeed in the mission and become the fourth nation to land on the moon. If successful, it will be a major fillip for…

The Hindu

Chandrayaan-3 | ‘Over the moon’: praises pour in across party lines

Congrats to ISRO for successful launch of Chandrayaan-3! Kharge & Ramesh laud vision of past PMs & scientists who devoted lives to space research since 1962. ISRO's success a tribute to Nehru, Vajpayee, Sarabhai & Dhawan. We salute & applaud ISRO family for this incredible feat!

The Times of India

Chandrayaan-3’s successful launch: How Congress patted its back

NEW DELHI: While congratulating Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota on Friday, the principal opposition Congress talked about history to credit itself for the feat.

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Vikram-S: India's First Private Rocket Successfully Launched

India's first privately developed rocket, Vikram-S, successfully lifted off from the spaceport in Sriharikota today, marking the foray of the private sector into the country's space industry. Read on for details:

The Hindu

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Daily Quiz | Dr. Vikram Sarabhai

With the web series ‘Rocket Boys’ getting favourable reviews, a quiz on the life and accomplishments of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai. Compiled by V.V. Ramanan

Newslaundry

The Face of the Patriot: Bollywood on Independence Day 2019

Canadian citizen and the face of Indian nationalism in Bollywood Akshay Kumar has released his fifth film on India’s Independence Day this year. Previous releases include Brothers (2015), Rustom (2016), Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017) and Gold (2018).

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