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🚀 ISRO to Launch NISAR Satellite on July 30, 2025 The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite on July 30, 2025 , at 17:40 IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh . The mission will be carried onboard GSLV-F16 , marking a significant collaboration in Earth observation science. 🌍 What is NISAR and Why It Matters NISAR is the first radar imaging satellite jointly developed by NASA and ISRO . The satellite features dual-frequency synthetic aperture radar (SAR) using: L-band radar developed by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) S-band radar developed by ISRO It is designed to scan the entire Earth every 12 days , providing high-resolution, all-weather, day-and-night images with centimeter-level precision. NISAR will observe changes in: Glacier retreat and ice sheets Forest biomass and vegetation Wetlands and croplands Earthquakes, volcanoes, landsl...

🔴 Starship Explosion: A Major Setback for Elon Musk’s Mars Dream On June 18, 2025 , SpaceX faced a significant setback when its Starship prototype exploded during a routine engine test at Starbase, Texas , resulting in the complete destruction of the spacecraft and damage to the surrounding infrastructure. Starship is SpaceX’s ambitious two-stage super heavy-lift launch vehicle, designed to ferry humans to Mars — a critical element in Elon Musk’s long-term interplanetary vision . In a statement released on June 19 , SpaceX confirmed that a “major anomaly” occurred while the upper stage of Starship was being tested on the stand. Fortunately, no injuries were reported , and all personnel were safely evacuated. The company maintained a safety clear zone, and environmental impact assessments showed no chemical or toxic hazards to nearby communities. The Starship program , successor to Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy, had already experienced multiple test failures in recent years. A proto...

  India’s space sector has witnessed remarkable growth over the past decade, establishing itself as a global player in commercial satellite launches. Since 2015, India has generated $143 million in foreign exchange revenue by launching foreign satellites, highlighting its cost-effective and reliable space technology. ISRO’s Commercial Space Launches: A Decade of Growth Union Minister Jitendra Singh informed the Lok Sabha that between January 2015 and December 2024 , India successfully launched 393 foreign satellites along with three Indian customer satellites using ISRO’s PSLV, LVM3, and SSLV launch vehicles. Breakdown of Foreign Satellite Launches (393 satellites) United States – 232 United Kingdom – 83 Singapore – 19 Canada – 8 South Korea – 5 Luxembourg – 4 Italy – 4 Germany – 3 Belgium – 3 Finland – 3 France – 3 Switzerland – 2 Netherlands – 2 Japan – 2 Israel – 2 Spain – 2 Australia – 1 United Arab Emirates – 1 Austria – 1 These figures showcase I...

 The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX): India’s Leap into Advanced Space Technology Introduction The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is poised to make history with the launch of its latest mission, the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) . Scheduled for liftoff on December 30, 2024, at 10:00:15 PM IST , this mission aims to demonstrate and perfect the technology required for rendezvous, docking, and undocking of spacecraft. Using the PSLV-C60 rocket , SpaDeX is another significant milestone in India’s rapidly advancing space exploration capabilities. Mission Overview The SpaDeX mission is designed to test and validate critical technologies for autonomous orbital docking . The mission involves two small spacecraft: SDX01 (The Chaser): Tasked with approaching and docking with the other spacecraft. SDX02 (The Target): Designed to serve as a docking partner in a controlled low-Earth orbit. This experiment is vital for India’s ambitions in satellite servicing, human ...

IAF Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla Selected as  Prime Astronaut for Indo-US Space Mission Indian Air Force Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla has been chosen as the prime astronaut for the upcoming Indo-US mission to the International Space Station (ISS), according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). This mission marks a significant milestone in India's space exploration efforts and strengthens the collaborative ties between India and the US. Key Details of the Mission Selection and Training: Wing Commander Shukla, along with Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair as the backup, will be trained for the mission starting from August. This selection follows the official agreement signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the US in June 2023, which outlined a joint ISRO-NASA effort to the ISS. Mission Objectives: The mission will involve scientific research and technology demonstration on the ISS, as well as space outreach activities. These endeavo...

Agnikul Cosmos Successfully Launches Agnibaan SoRTed-01 from Private Launchpad in Sriharikota Sriharikota, India – In a landmark achievement for India’s private space sector, startup Agnikul Cosmos has successfully launched the Agnibaan SoRTed-01 mission from their dedicated launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR) in Sriharikota. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced the news on Thursday, marking this event as a major milestone in India’s space exploration endeavors. ISRO Congratulates Agnikul Cosmos ISRO lauded Agnikul Cosmos for their achievement, terming it as a significant step forward. "Congratulations, @AgnikulCosmos, for the successful launch of the Agnibaan SoRTed-01 mission from their launch pad. A major milestone as the first-ever controlled flight of a semi-cryogenic liquid engine realised through additive manufacturing," ISRO posted on X. Innovative Engine and Avionics The engine test, driven by Agnikul’s in-house designed data ...