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Former ISRO chairman advocates for space parks across India
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Former ISRO Chairman S Somanath emphasized the need for 'Space Parks' across India to boost technology in space-sector startups. At the Global Investors' Meet Invest Karnataka 2025, he highlighted government's clear policy for private sector participation. Somanath sees opportunities in satellite operations and infrastructure. Emphasizing venture capital and financial support, he encouraged leveraging accessible data for innovation. The event underscored collaborative government and private efforts enhancing India’s role in the global commercial space industry.
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Former ISRO chief S Somanath joins Skyroot Aerospace as honorary chief technical advisor - The Economic Times
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20d ago
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Former ISRO chairman S Somanath joined Skyroot Aerospace as honorary chief technical advisor. Somanath, a launch vehicle expert, will support Skyroot in launching its Vikram-1 rocket, India’s first carbon-composite launch vehicle. His role is advisory and non-exclusive. Skyroot has also partnered with Axiom Space for potential collaborations in research and missions. Somanath’s vast experience, including leading Chandrayaan-3 and other ISRO missions, will be invaluable for Skyroot’s endeavors in private space ventures from India.
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ISRO proposes to build Earth Observation satellite for Mexico
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8m ago
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite next year and has expressed interest in building an Earth Observation (EO) satellite for Mexico to strengthen their 75-year-old diplomatic relationship. Mexico's Ambassador to India met with the ISRO Chairman to discuss expanding cooperation in space technology and applications, including forest fire monitoring and agricultural drought management. The Chairman also mentioned potential collaborations between India and Mexico in the G20 Satellite mission. The Mexican Ambassador congratulated India on its recent achievements in space exploration.
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ISRO averts 10 collisions in space, backs requirement of Space Traffic Management system
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1m ago
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In 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) averted 10 potential satellite collisions, implementing collision avoidance maneuvers (CAM). This highlights the growing space congestion, particularly in low-Earth orbit. ISRO advocates for a Space Traffic Management (STM) system to manage the increasing space activity. In 2024, ISRO conducted six maneuvers in LEO and four in GEO, backed by over 53,000 alerts from the Combined Space Operations Center, emphasizing the need for international coordination in space traffic management.
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"Space programs under his guidance brought global recognition to India's efforts": PM Modi on ex-ISRO chairman K. Kasturirangan
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former ISRO Chairman Dr. K. Kasturirangan, lauding his leadership that brought global recognition to India's space efforts. Modi highlighted Kasturirangan's role in advancing the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle and shaping the National Education Policy. Kasturirangan's focus on innovation and forward-looking education was inspiring. Serving as ISRO Chairman from 1994 to 2003, his legacy in science and education remains significant after his passing at age 84.
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ISRO's 101st launch takes off but encounters failure in third stage
Economic Times
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1m ago
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The Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) 101st launch of the EOS-09 satellite faced failure due to an anomaly in the third stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C61). The PSLV's performance was normal up to the second stage, but an issue with the third stage motor's chamber pressure resulted in the mission being incomplete. Former ISRO Chairman S Somanath highlighted the educational nature of failures in complex space missions.
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India’s Leapfrogging Technique In Space Sector Will Position It As A Leader : Former ISRO Chairman
OutlookIndia
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4m ago
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India's leapfrogging technique in the space sector leverages available technology to address immediate challenges while building long-term capabilities, according to Dr. A S Kiran Kumar, former ISRO Chairman. This approach positions India as a leader in the global space economy. India's human spaceflight program is expected to elevate the nation into an exclusive group of four countries with such capabilities, supported by indigenous cryogenic technology and economic liberalization encouraging private sector involvement.
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'We'll be proud to send PM Modi into space': ISRO chief S Somnath
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1y ago
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ISRO Chairman S Somnath announced that PM Modi might be candidate for India’s first manned space mission, ‘Gaganyaan,’ set for 2025. The mission aims to send Indian astronauts in a home-built rocket to low Earth orbit for three days, delayed from 2020 due to COVID-19. The project will make India the fourth country to send humans into space.
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‘Thank you, ISRO’: Gaganyatri Shubhanshu Shukla hails India’s space agency for safe journey to ISS
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9d ago
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Shubhanshu Shukla is an Indian astronaut aboard the International Space Station as part of the Axiom-4 mission, facilitated by ISRO. He communicated with ISRO Chairman V Narayanan, who emphasized the importance of documenting experiments for India's Gaganyaan program. This mission aims to enhance India's human spaceflight capabilities. Shukla shared progress on scientific objectives and challenges, underscoring the significance of this mission for India's advancement in space exploration.
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ISRO To Transfer Complete Tech, Design And Manufacturing Rights Of SSLVs To Private Players: Pawan Goenka
OutlookIndia
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4m ago
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is transferring the technology, design, and manufacturing rights of Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLVs) to private companies. This move, as articulated by IN-SPACe Chairman Pawan Goenka, represents a significant milestone in India's space privatization efforts. Three companies have been shortlisted for this initiative, with plans to select two. These private firms will take over SSLV production in India, reflecting a transformative shift in the country's space industry dynamics.
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Will have at least one unmanned mission to orbit this year ahead of Gaganyaan: Isro head Somanath
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) plans to conduct at least one unmanned mission to orbit this year as part of its Gaganyaan project, which aims to demonstrate human spaceflight capability. Isro chairman S Somanath stated that they will also perform two test flights to demonstrate abort scenarios and conduct various tests, including helicopter drop tests and a pad abort test. Additionally, Isro recently captured a supernova remnant through its x-ray polarimetry mission and is planning the Space Docking Experiment (SPADEX) for the Chandrayaan-4 mission.
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