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Shubhanshu Shukla to Launch from Historic NASA Pad

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force is poised to etch his name in history as the first Indian astronaut to launch into space from NASA’s legendary Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida. This hallowed launch pad is the same from which Neil Armstrong took off for the Moon aboard […]

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India Fast-Tracks $3B Satellite Surveillance Post Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

In a major leap for national defense and intelligence gathering, India has ramped up its satellite surveillance efforts with a $3 billion program aimed at deploying 52 state-of-the-art satellites by the end of 2026. This move follows the strategic success of Operation Sindoor, a cross-border mission that underscored the critical role of real-time surveillance and […]

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PM Modi Sets Ambitious Space Goals: Moon, Mars, and Venus Missions Ahead

By BPN News Desk May 7, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid out a bold new vision for India’s space program, outlining an ambitious roadmap that includes an Indian space station, a crewed lunar landing, and future interplanetary missions to Mars and Venus. Speaking at an event that celebrated the growing capabilities of India’s space sector, Modi emphasized that Indian astronauts

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ISRO Simulates ‘Dogfight’ in Space with SpaDeX Satellites

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a significant technological leap, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a mock “dogfight” in space using its twin SpaDeX satellites. The maneuver, carried out in early May 2025, showcased India’s growing prowess in autonomous orbital operations and advanced satellite technologies, with implications that extend from space science to

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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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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