ISRO

ISRO chief Somanath emphasizes the need to prioritize science in space missions and increase funding. He highlights ISRO's role in mentoring India's industry ecosystem and mentions that the new space policy will support private companies.

The article discusses ISRO's potential future direction, questioning whether it should prioritize ambitious goals or align more closely with India's domestic needs. It highlights the lack of a clear answer to this strategic dilemma.

ISRO has called for stronger collaboration between academia and industry to drive future space missions. The focus is on leveraging combined expertise and resources for advancements in space exploration.

ISRO and SCTIMST have signed a pact for research in space medicine and Bioastronautics. SCTIMST and HSFC also launched a PDF program in Bioastronautics, the first of its kind in India.

The Department of Space has tightened resignation rules for scientists working on key missions such as Gaganyaan. The government's action has sparked debate about its implications for ISRO and scientist autonomy.

Agnikul has hired Somanath, the former ISRO chairman, for Mission 02. The mission will use a two-stage Agnibaan rocket configuration, with the first-stage booster aiming for controlled descent and ocean recovery.

ISRO successfully tested Gaganyaan crew module systems, including the separation of the umbilical mechanism that connects the crew module and service module.

A bomb threat email sent to the ISRO headquarters was declared a hoax. No further details about the email or its origin are provided in the article.

ISRO successfully conducted the first SOLVE ground test, a solid motor-based platform designed to validate the deceleration system of Gaganyaan’s Crew Module through Integrated Parachute Tests under various conditions.

A hoax bomb threat was made against ISRO, leading to the arrest of a man traced to Uttar Pradesh. The incident highlights a security concern addressed through law enforcement action.

ISRO aims to reset after six sluggish months by launching satellite missions, including India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket for its maiden launch.

A bomb threat email was received by ISRO staff in Bengaluru, leading to the evacuation of the organization's headquarters for a thorough search. The email was received post-lunch.

Dr. U.P. Rajeev has been appointed as the Director of the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre. He has extensive experience in rocket control and guidance, and has led mission designs and simulations for major ISRO launch vehicles.

ISRO invites proposals from the Indian astronomical community to analyze data from the XPoSat mission. The initiative seeks to involve experts in studying the mission's collected data.

ISRO and Andhra University (AU) will collaborate to study rip currents along Vizag beach. The initiative aims to analyze these coastal phenomena through joint research efforts.

Isro scientist Nandini Harinath wore a sari during the critical day of India's Mars mission. The sari is now displayed at a US museum.

The Indian government opened up spaceflight to private industry in 2020, and now Skyroot Aerospace is nearing its first orbital test flight. This shift is a response to the rise of commercial space industries in the US and China. Skyroot Aerospace is the most promising Indian launch company.