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HAL Wins SSLV Tech Transfer from ISRO in Historic First

By BPN News Desk June 21, 2025

In a pioneering move, India’s largest aerospace firm, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), has become the first non-ISRO entity to receive technology transfer rights for the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV). The decision follows a formal agreement signed last week that authorizes HAL to manufacture and further develop the SSLV platform under a broader public–private

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Axiom‑4 Launch Postponed Amid ISS Safety Assessments

By BPN News Desk June 20, 2025

The planned launch of the Axiom‑4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), which was scheduled for Sunday, June 22, has been postponed. NASA and Axiom Space jointly decided to delay the mission to conduct further assessments related to the station’s operational safety. A new launch date is expected to be announced soon. “NASA has […]

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SpaceX Starship Test Ends in Massive Explosion, All Crew Safe

By BPN News Desk June 19, 2025

On the night of June 18, SpaceX’s Starship prototype—Ship 36—erupted in a massive explosion at its Starbase facility near Boca Chica, Texas. The incident occurred during a routine static fire test ahead of the planned tenth flight, resulting in a dramatic fireball that lit up the night sky and rattled nearby homes, but fortunately caused no […]

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ISRO Conducts First Rocket-Powered Satellite Launch in Uttar Pradesh

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

ISRO achieved a historic milestone on June 14 by successfully launching a rocket carrying a small satellite from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. This marks the first time a payload has been launched via rocket from the state, underlining ISRO’s expanding footprint beyond traditional spaceports. ISRO launch in Kushinagar The launch took place at exactly 5:14:33 PM local […]

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India Finalizes Space Bill to Boost $44 Billion Space Economy

By BPN News Desk May 24, 2025

India is set to unlock the next phase of its space revolution with the finalization of the Space Activities Bill, which aims to empower the private sector, strengthen regulatory oversight, and boost India’s space economy to $44 billion by 2033. The bill represents a foundational shift in space governance, marking India’s transition from a government-led […]

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ISRO Initiates Probe into PSLV-C61 Mission Failure

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

On May 18, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) encountered a major setback when its PSLV-C61 mission failed to place the EOS-09 satellite into its intended orbit. The mission, launched at 5:59 AM IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, progressed nominally through the first two stages. However, an anomaly during the […]

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ISRO Chief V. Narayanan: 2027 to Be Defining for India’s Space Goals

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan has declared that 2027 will mark a milestone year in India’s space journey with the simultaneous execution of two high-profile missions: Chandrayaan-4, India’s first-ever lunar sample return mission, and Gaganyaan, its maiden human spaceflight initiative. The announcement was made during his address at the Central Tool Room and Training Centre

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NASA Warns of Major Solar Storm Impacting Earth

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have issued a serious warning about a powerful solar storm that could affect global communications and power systems. On May 14, an X2.7-class solar flare erupted from sunspot AR4087 — the strongest solar event recorded in 2025 so far. This flare caused temporary radio blackouts across […]

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US Firm Vast Offers ISRO a Seat on 2026 Space Station

By BPN News Desk May 19, 2025

India’s aspirations of establishing its own space station have received a significant boost, as US-based space startup Vast has formally invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to collaborate on its 2026 Haven-1 mission. The offer includes a seat aboard the first commercial space station module and marks a notable moment in Indo-US space cooperation. […]

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ISRO’s PSLV-C61 Mission Fails Due to Third-Stage Anomaly

By BPN News Desk May 18, 2025

On May 18, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched its 101st mission with the PSLV-C61 rocket, aiming to place the Earth Observation Satellite EOS-09 into orbit. While the initial stages of the flight proceeded nominally, the mission suffered a critical failure during the third stage, resulting in an incomplete deployment. Third-Stage Anomaly Leads