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ISRO-NASA NISAR Satellite Set for June 2025 Launch

By BPN News Desk May 5, 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are preparing to launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite in June 2025. This collaborative Earth observation mission aims to monitor Earth’s dynamic ecosystems, ice masses, and crustal movements. The satellite will be deployed into orbit

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ISRO Achieves Second Successful Docking in SpaDeX Mission

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully carried out its second autonomous docking operation under the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX), marking a major leap forward in India’s space technology. The experiment, which involves two dedicated satellites – SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target) – is designed to demonstrate the capability of in-orbit

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IMD Warns of Returning Heatwaves in North and Central India

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh warning for heatwave conditions expected to return across parts of north and central India in the coming days. After a brief period of cooler temperatures due to scattered rains, the mercury is now forecasted to climb again, potentially leading to hazardous conditions in multiple states. According […]

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India to Make Space History with First-Ever Mission to International Space Station

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India is set to mark a milestone in its space journey as the first Indian astronaut in over four decades will embark on an international space mission to the International Space Station (ISS) next month. The announcement was made by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh following a high-level review meeting on ISRO’s upcoming agenda. This […]

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NASA Confirms Solar Wind Generates Water on the Moon

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2025

In a scientific breakthrough that could reshape future space missions, NASA has confirmed that solar wind—the constant stream of charged particles emitted by the Sun—can generate water on the Moon’s surface. This discovery significantly enhances the prospects for sustainable lunar exploration, offering a potentially continuous source of hydration in otherwise barren

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India’s Bacteria Bricks: Paving the Way for Lunar Habitats

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2025

Indian scientists have made a pioneering breakthrough in developing sustainable construction materials for building habitats on the Moon. Using a naturally occurring bacterium called Sporosarcina pasteurii, researchers have created “space bricks” from a simulant of lunar soil, opening new possibilities for cost-effective and eco-friendly space infrastructure. Building with

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ISRO Successfully Tests 200T Semi-Cryogenic Engine

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a landmark development for India’s space program, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the first hot test of its powerful 200-tonne thrust semi-cryogenic engine. The breakthrough marks a critical step in ISRO’s mission to enhance its heavy-lift launch vehicle capabilities and expand its role in global space operations. Advanced Engine

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ISRO Successfully Executes Rolling Maneuver in Space Docking Experiment

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a major stride towards mastering space docking technology, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully executed a complex rolling maneuver using its SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) satellites. This marked a significant leap in India’s capability to perform advanced satellite coordination and in-orbit operations essential for future manned and

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Chinese Satellites Engage in ‘Dogfighting’ Maneuvers in Space, Reports US General

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

A top U.S. Space Force official has claimed that Chinese satellites are conducting coordinated maneuvers in space that resemble combat training, sparking concerns over the growing militarization of outer space. Chinese Satellites Display Combat-like Coordination General Michael Guetlein, Vice Chief of Space Operations for the U.S. Space Force, stated that five Chinese

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Chinese Lunar Mission Unveils Magma Ocean on Moon’s Far Side

By BPN News Desk March 20, 2025

China’s Chang’e 6 mission has uncovered significant evidence that the moon’s far side was once covered by a vast magma ocean. This discovery provides crucial insights into the moon’s early volcanic activity, its mantle composition, and the broader processes involved in its formation. Chang’e 6 Mission: A Historic Lunar Exploration Launched in early May 2024,