The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reached a remarkable milestone with the successful launch of its 100th mission. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F15) took off from the Second Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR in Sriharikota at 6:23 AM IST, carrying the NVS-02 navigation satellite. The NVS-02 satellite plays a vital role in India’s navigation system, improving the accuracy and reliability of the NAVIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) system. This mission highlights ISRO’s dedication to advancing space technology and strengthening national infrastructure. The GSLV-F15…
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ISRO Achieves Successful Demonstration of Vikas Engine Restart Capability.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reached an important milestone by successfully demonstrating the restart capability of its Vikas liquid engine. This test took place at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri on January 17, 2025. During the test, the Vikas engine was ignited for 60 seconds, then shut down for 120 seconds, and successfully restarted for an additional 7 seconds. All engine parameters were reported to be within normal ranges, marking a significant advancement in ISRO’s efforts toward reusable launch vehicle technology and stage recovery systems. This accomplishment…
Read MoreSpaDeX Mission: ISRO’s Docking Trial Advances Satellite Technology
1.ISRO successfully brings two satellites closer in a docking trial. 2.SpaDeX mission marks a significant step in autonomous satellite operations. 3.India moves closer to mastering advanced satellite technology. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a significant milestone with its SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission, successfully manoeuvring two satellites closer as part of a docking trial. This accomplishment demonstrates India’s growing capabilities in autonomous satellite operations, a critical component of advanced space exploration and technology. The SpaDeX mission is designed to test technologies that enable satellites to dock and operate…
Read MoreV Narayanan Appointed Next ISRO Chief: From Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Architect to Leading India’s Space Mission
In a historic move, V Narayanan, the propulsion architect behind India’s successful Chandrayaan-3 mission, has been appointed as the next chief of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Narayanan’s appointment marks a significant milestone in India’s space exploration journey, given his pivotal role in the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which successfully landed on the Moon in 2023. Having been a part of ISRO for over three decades, Narayanan brings invaluable expertise in spacecraft propulsion, which was instrumental in ensuring the success of India’s ambitious lunar exploration mission. Under his…
Read MoreISRO’s SpaDeX Satellites: A Milestone in Industry-Driven Spacecraft Development
In a historic milestone for India’s space sector, the SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) satellites are set to be the first to be entirely built by private industry under the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) guidance. This significant development underscores the growing role of private enterprises in India’s ambitious space program and signals a paradigm shift towards self-reliance and industry-driven innovation in the domain of space exploration. Industry-Led Innovation The SpaDeX project represents a pioneering collaboration between ISRO and private industry. Unlike previous satellite missions, where private firms participated primarily as…
Read MoreISRO launches ‘Gaganyaan year’ with XPoSat, India’s eye in deep space
New Delhi | Updated: January 2, 2024 03:29 IST The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked the beginning of the new year with a triumphant launch of its first X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat), aimed at studying X-ray polarisation and celestial sources such as black holes and neutron stars. The launch took place from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on Monday morning, where ISRO’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, PSLV-C58, successfully placed the XPoSat into a precise circular orbit of 650 km after a 21-minute flight. The XPoSat is a…
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