The Indian Institute of Technology and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) are working together to create a Center of Excellence for research in “Fluid and Thermal Sciences” in order to promote studies in important fields of thermal science and increase India’s independence in space technologies. This center will serve as a central point for … Read more
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has launched its first analog space mission, Hab-1, to study extraterrestrial conditions and understand the challenges faced by astronauts on missions beyond Earth. The mission, which includes a compact, inflatable habitat named Hab-1, is being held in Leh, Ladakh. Hab-1 is equipped with essentials like a hydroponics farm, kitchen, … Read more
The first is the fourth iteration of India’s lunar mission, Chandrayaan-4; the second is the development of Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM); the third is the construction of the first unit of India’s indigenous space station, dubbed Bharatiya Anatriksh Station (BAS), by extending the scope of Gaganyaan program; and the fourth is the development of Next … Read more
Dr. AK Anil Kumar, head of ISRO’s Network for Space Objects Tracking and Analysis (NETRA), has verified that the temporary mini-moon of Earth, which will orbit our planet for 53 days, would not be visible to the unaided eye. The diameter of the mini-moon, known as 2024 PT5, is only 10 meters. Due to its … Read more
This is the SSLV’s third and last test flight, marking the end of its development period. ISRO Chairman S Somanath verified that the rocket operated well, deploying the satellite precisely where expected. With this result, ISRO believes the SSLV is ready for regular use and intends to transfer its technology to industry for mass manufacture. … Read more
The much-anticipated Nasa-Isro Synthetic Aperture Radar (Nisar) mission, a collaborative effort between Nasa and the Indian Space Research Organization (Isro), has faced a delay in its launch timeline, now pushed beyond February 2025. The delay is primarily due to orbital constraints and ongoing work on the spacecraft’s antenna. The Nisar satellite, equipped with advanced radar imaging … Read more
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is set to host a complimentary five-day virtual course from August 19 to 23 to provide students with fundamental knowledge in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The goal of the free five-day course on “Ais” is to promote creativity in the space industry and beyond as part … Read more
The rocket known as Agnibaan SOrTeD (Suborbital Tech Demonstrator), which is propelled by an engine that the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is still working to perfect, was tested today by Agnikul Cosmos, a commercial space start-up in India. According to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), the Chennai-based startup’s rocket launch at 7:15 a.m. … Read more
The Indian Space and Research Organization (ISRO) has extended the deadline for applying to the positions of Assistant and Junior Personal Assistant. ISRO’s Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), a major Scientific and Research Institute and Autonomous Unit under the Department of Space, Government of India, is searching for young, meritorious, energetic, and motivated applicants who meet … Read more
ISRO has unveiled a new introductory-level online training programme called ‘Space Science and Technology Awareness Training (START)’. It is aimed at postgraduate and final year undergraduate students who are pursuing physical sciences and technology. The programme will include different domains of space science, as well as Astronomy & Astrophysics, Heliophysics & Sun-Earth interaction, Instrumentation, and … Read more
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will on Friday successfully carried out the landing mission of its Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) named ‘Pushpak’ from the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Karnataka’s Challakere. The rocket was launched at around 7 am from the Chalakere Runway. This was the third landing mission of the RLV named after … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the names of four pilots for India’s first human space project, ‘Gaganyaan’, on Tuesday at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The pilots are Group Captain P Balakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap, and Wing Commander S Shukla. PM Modi, who is on … Read more
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is arranging a unique project for school children dubbed the “Young Scientist Programme” (YUVIKA), which aims to address the insatiable curiosity of young brains. The primary goal of this program is to provide younger students with fundamental understanding of space science, space technology, and space applications in light of … Read more
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, presented the “Indian of the Year Award” for 2023 in the ‘Outstanding Achievement’ category to Team ISRO. The award, instituted by a national TV channel, was received by ISRO Chairman S. Somnath and … Read more
Nigar Shaji, the accomplished scientist at the UR Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru, stands as the project director for India’s groundbreaking Aditya L-1 satellite, the country’s first space-based solar observatory. Shaji’s leadership has played a pivotal role in guiding the satellite through a 3.7 million km journey, allowing continuous solar observations. In a significant assertion … Read more