ASTRONAUTS FOR GAGANYAAN
Before he goes into space, the non-biological PM should go to Manipur: Jairam Ramesh
Taking to 'X', Ramesh, on July 4, wrote, "Before He goes into space, the non-biological Pradhan Mantri should go to Manipur." The media report has quoted ISRO Chief S Somnath as saying that PM Modi can be the candidate for India's first manned space mission, 'Gaganyan', which is slated to be launched in 2025.
Now, any Indian citizen can register for a chance to fly to Space
Any Indian citizen can enroll in the programme by paying a fee of $2.50 (Rs 207.5) to cover the costs of verification checks aimed at ensuring safe and fair voting. Joshua Skurla, cofounder, Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) told ET they are excited to have India as part of its human spaceflight programme.
Now you can apply to be an astronaut for just Rs 200, SERA invites application; Here's how to register and other details
The Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) has partnered with Blue Origin to offer Indian citizens a chance to experience space travel. The collaboration will enable six individuals from countries with limited space presence, including India, to join a future New Shepard mission. The program aims to democratize space access through public voting, with minimal physical requirements. Selected astronauts will undergo a three-day training at Blue Origin's Texas launch site. This initiative underscores India's growing role in space exploration.
Today astronauts are from IAF, tomorrow research scientists too would don the role: ISRO chief
ISRO's S Somanath envisions a future where research scientists, physicists, and biology specialists from various fields will become astronauts, driving India's space exploration towards a planned moon landing by 2040.
Roscosmos chief reveals how Russia is assisting India in Gaganyaan mission
“Not only Indian cosmonauts are getting trained in Russia, experts from Moscow's space enterprise are helping develop manned spacecraft and engaging in wide-ranging dialogues to boost Delhi's adventure to the stars,” Yuri Borisov, director general of Roscosmos, told Russia Today television channel this week.
Gaganyaan, globally get set...
In late-2025, three of four IAF pilots, Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Angad Pratap, Ajit Krishnan, and Shubhanshu Shukla, will be launched into LEO aboard an LVM3 rocket. India's first crewed orbital spaceflight will make India the fourth nation after Russia, the US, and China. Isro has established a ground station for Gaganyaan's flight. Multiple unmanned Gaganyaan missions are scheduled.
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India's four astronaut-designates for Gaganyaan mission undergoing tight training schedule
India's four astronaut-designates for the Gaganyaan mission undergo a packed training schedule at ISRO's crew training facility. The training includes sessions on simulators, micro gravity familiarisation, survival, flying practice, and Yoga. Classroom and physical fitness training, as well as practical training on crew training simulators, are part of the program.
Malayalam actor Lena announces marriage to Gaganyaan astronaut Prasanth Nair
Shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed the names of four Indian Air Force pilots who will take part in India's first human space flight mission, Gaganyaan, Malayalam actress Lena announced her marriage to Gaganyaan pilot Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair.
Gaganyaan: Neighbours, friends excited about Group Captain Prasanth's achievement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the names of four astronauts for the Gaganyaan mission, including Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair. Nair's selection was celebrated by residents of Nenmara. The Prime Minister expressed concerns about celebrity attention affecting the astronauts' training.
"Continuously working to encourage research, innovation": PM Modi extends wishes on National Science Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked National Science Day by highlighting the government's commitment to fostering research and innovation among youth. He also congratulated the country's scientific community on the occasion. National Science Day, observed on February 28, commemorates the discovery of the "Raman Effect" in 1928. This scientific phenomenon is the basis for Raman spectroscopy, a technique used by scientists to study materials. The day aims to promote the importance of science and technology in everyday life and to inspire scientific thinking among the public.
Gaganyaan mainly 'made in India' project: PM Modi
Modi also emphasised that any space mission in India is not possible without the stellar contribution of women scientists. The prime minister bestowed the "astronaut wings" on the four pilots - Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla.
"Gaganyaan astronaut Prasanth Nair is my husband," says Malayalam actor Lena
Malayalam actor Lena has unveiled a hidden chapter of her life, disclosing her marriage to Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, one of the four astronauts currently undergoing rigorous training for India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission.
PM Modi announces names of four Gaganyaan astronauts
The last time an Indian astronaut travelled to space was aboard the erstwhile Soviet Union's Soyuz T-11 spacecraft four decades ago in 1984.
Gaganyaan Mission: How 4 Indian astronauts were trained in Russia
The four astronauts that will be a part of the Gaganyaan spacecraft, which is scheduled for launch in 2024–2025, were named by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday. Group Captain Prashanth Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap, and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla are the four Indian Air Force pilots selected. The Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre in Russia served as the training ground for the four astronauts. (Image: X/ Narendra Modi)
PM Modi likely to reveal names of pilots for Gaganyaan on Tuesday; inaugurate space projects worth Rs 1800 crore in Kerala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) to inspect India’s first human spaceflight mission 'Gaganyaan'. He may reveal the names of four test pilots for the mission. PM Modi will also inaugurate three important space infrastructure projects worth about Rs 1,800 crore. The four pilots have undergone one-year training in Russia.
Who are the four selected Gaganyaan astronauts? Here is all you should know about the four astronauts
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced four astronauts-designates from the Indian Air Force's Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE) in Bengaluru. The astronauts-elect, Group Captain Prashanth Nair, Group Captain Angad Prathap, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla, were bestowed with astronaut wings. Additionally, ISRO chairman S Somanath dedicated three important projects to the nation.
Gaganyaan Mission: Meet ISRO's 4 astronauts going to space
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the names of four astronauts (four Shakti) undergoing training for the country's maiden human space flight mission, Gaganyaan, at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thumba, near the Kerala state capital.
Gaganyaan mission: PM Modi reveals 4 astronaut-designates selected to go to space. Check names here
Gaganyaan Mission: Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed astronaut wings to four selected designates for India's first manned space mission, Gaganyaan. The squad, consisting of P Balakrishnan Nair, Ajit Krishnan, Angad Pratap, and Wing Commander S Shukla, is preparing for the mission.
Meet Vyommitra: ISRO's woman robot astronaut set to soar before Gaganyaan mission
Woman Robot Astronaut 'Vyommitra' is set to embark on its space journey this year, preceding the anticipated 'Gaganyaan' mission by ISRO.
India's first human-manned space flight to be launched this year before ISRO's Gaganyaan
India's ISRO will send the woman robot astronaut 'Vyommitra' into space ahead of the ambitious 'Gaganyaan' mission. 'Vyommitra' is equipped to monitor module parameters, issue alerts, and execute life support operations. It can operate six panels and respond to queries. The 'Gaganyaan' mission, India's first human-manned space flight, will launch next year and bring astronauts safely back to earth, landing in India's sea waters.
Republic Day 2024 Parade: ISRO's Chandrayaan, Lord Ram, and BrahMos to be the highlight this year
ISRO takes pride of place in the Republic Day Parade, spotlighting the triumphs of Chandrayaan-3's lunar landing. India's space prowess shines, with plans for Gaganyaan and lunar missions. Uttar Pradesh adds cultural flair, featuring Lord Ram and showcasing developmental strides. A diverse array of 25 tableaux, including France's President Macron, promises a captivating celebration. This Republic Day is a fusion of space triumphs and cultural heritage.
ISRO to develop ECLSS for Gaganyaan mission after failing to get it from other countries: Somanath
The Gaganyaan project envisages a demonstration of Indian Space Research Organisation's human spaceflight capability by launching a human crew to an orbit of 400 km and bringing them safely back to earth by landing in Indian sea waters. It is expected to be launched in 2025.
ISRO to put first Indian astronaut on Moon by 2040
Currently, they are undergoing mission-specific training at Astronaut Training Facility (ATF) in Bengaluru, said ISRO chief S Somanath, who is also Secretary, Department of Space, and Chairman of, Space Commission.
Astronauts for Gaganyaan mission ready and waiting for flight to happen in 2025: ISRO chief
“For the first mission we have selected four of them, and it is our endeavour to send them at least by 2025 to space and bring them back safely. Bringing them back safely is a very important element of this mission,” Somanath said while addressing graduating students at the 11th convocation of Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU).
More women as astronauts is a part of my wish list: ISRO chairman
The Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), S Somanath, has expressed his desire for increased female representation in the country's space missions. While Somanath acknowledged that it won't be feasible to include women in the inaugural mission of the ambitious Gaganyaan mission, he expressed optimism for greater female involvement in future missions.
Lift-off, Parachute, and Splash: How ISRO plans to send Indian astronauts into the space
Take a virtual tour of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) on Sriharikota island, where ISRO is preparing for the Gaganyaan mission. The upcoming test, known as the 'inflight abort demonstration,' will evaluate the crew escape system (CES) and the crew module (CM). If successful, the CM will carry Indian astronauts into space in two years. The mission will last approximately 8.8 minutes, simulating an abort condition during the ascent trajectory.
Keen to fly to outer space with Indian astronaut: French astronaut Thomas Pesquet
Addressing the Indian Space Conclave organised by Indian Space Association (ISpA), Pesquet also recalled his year-long stay on the International Space Station spanning across two separate missions and stressed the need for protecting the earth, which looks fragile from outer space. "India is on the cusp of achieving an important milestone - the Gaganyaan mission which is to send humans into space - this is extremely impressive and noticed across the world," he said.
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