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Want a satellite picture of your backyard? Bengaluru start-up offers you a chance
Pixxel plans to launch Aurora, an online suite for hyperspectral earth images. Users can browse or order images from Shakuntala and Anand, launched by SpaceX and PSLV. Six Fireflies satellites will follow, aiding the Ministry of Agriculture and National Reconnaissance Organisation via Pixxel.Space/Aurora. Honeybee spacecraft will cover wider wavelengths.
GSAT-20 will possibly be launched by August, ISRO Chief S Somanath explains challenges in India's space market
While addressing the India Space Congress (ISC) 2024 Inaugural day, ISRO Chief S Somanath announced that its next satellite GSAT-20 will possibly be launched by August. He further said, "Our next satellite GSAT-20 is ready to be launched an...
SSLV's first dedicated commercial launch to put Australia-built satellite into orbit in 2026
NSIL and Space Machines Company have announced that their newest rocket, the SSLV, will launch its first dedicated commercial launch with the Optimus satellite. The launch will set the stage for Space Machines Company's second Optimus spacecraft, the largest Australian-designed and built spacecraft to date. The mission, named Space MAITRI, will mark a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between Australia and India in the space domain, fostering closer ties between commercial, institutional, and government space organizations.
ISRO inks $18m MoU with Australia: Keen to partner with India in space journey, says HC Philip Green
At India Space Congress 2024, ISRO’s commercial arm, NSIL, signed an $18-million MoU with the Australian government. Speaking about the deal, the Australian High Commissioner said the Australian government is keen to partner with India in space. Aust...
Northeast floods: Home Minister Amit Shah backs use of satellite imagery provided by ISRO
Union Home Minister Amit Shah proposed creating 50 large ponds in the Northeast to divert Brahmaputra water for flood management, agriculture, and tourism. He emphasized using ISRO satellite imagery for water management and preparing for Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risks.
HM Amit Shah suggests creation of large ponds in northeast, use of ISRO data for flood control
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed the creation of at least 50 large ponds in the northeast to divert water from the Brahmaputra River, aiming to help tackle floods and develop agriculture, irrigation, and tourism. He also highlighted the importance of using satellite imagery provided by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for flood and water management. Shah also highlighted the need to upgrade the forecast system of river water levels for better flood management.
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NASA to train ISRO astronauts for ISS trip
NASA and ISRO collaborate to train an Indian astronaut for an ISS mission, enhancing Indo-US space partnership through iCET technology. NASA administrator Bill Nelson emphasised joint efforts to advance human spaceflight and benefit humanity. India and the US aim to deepen interoperability in space, provide advanced training for Indian astronauts, and launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar to combat climate change.
NASA chief says US and India to expand collaboration in space; to train Indian astronaut for ISS
NASA administrator Bill Nelson announced an expanded collaboration with India, including a joint effort aboard the International Space Station with an Indian astronaut. The US and India aim to deepen interoperability in space, commencing advanced training for ISRO astronauts at NASA's Johnson Space Centre. Efforts will support future human spaceflight and address global challenges.
ISRO's rocket body re-enters earth's atmosphere, complies with international guidelines
ISRO announced that the cryogenic upper stage of the LVM3 M3/OneWeb India-2 mission has re-entered Earth's atmosphere. The stage, left in a 450 km orbit after launching 36 OneWeb satellites on March 26, 2023, was passivated to minimize risks. It re-entered over the Indian Ocean around 14:55 UTC on June 14.
India, US working for training ISRO astronauts at NASA's Johnson Space Center
India and the US are collaborating on the Artemis programme, planning joint efforts at the International Space Station, and strengthening space cooperation through the Advanced Domains Defense Dialogue.
Satellite launch market grim, need to create internal demand: ISRO chairman S Somanath
ISRO chairman S Somanath stresses the need to create internal demand for rockets, referencing PSLVs, SpaceX, and Blue Origin's strategies.
ISRO working on mission to advance high-resolution thermal imaging for climate, resource management
The TRISHNA mission, a collaboration between ISRO and the French space agency CNES, aims to monitor Earth's surface temperature, water stress, and water quality for energy budgeting. The launch schedule is undisclosed.
Several firsts to Agnibaan test flight, step closer to launch small satellites: IN-SPACe chief
Agnikul Cosmos' Agnibaan rocket test flight from Sriharikota marked a significant milestone for the private space sector, using a 3D printed semi-cryogenic engine for the first time.
Thapar Institute to submit proposal to Isro to launch its first student satellite 'Thaparsat'
TIET plans to launch 'Thaparsat' with Isro to monitor pollution and soil moisture in north India, enhancing student learning in engineering and technology.
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti proposes development of "QUAD satellite" with India-US partnership
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti proposed developing a QUAD satellite in partnership with India during his visit to ISRO. He met with Chairman S Somanath to discuss space cooperation and advanced technologies.
NASA will soon provide advanced training to Indian astronauts: Eric Garcetti
The day-long event in Bengaluru garnered participation from senior officials from both the US and Indian governments, including Garcetti, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr. Somanath. S, representatives from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the Government of India, as well as prominent leaders from the commercial space industry, industry stakeholders, venture capitalists, and market analysts.
NASA’s new simulation video unravels mysteries linked to blackhole. See what is it?
NASA releases a new simulation video enabling its viewers to experience what it feels to get close to a blackhole and beyond. The users can either be at the center of the video and actually experience traveling close to a blackhole or simply watch it as an enlightening video.
ISRO releases ISSAR 2023 report on vulnerability of space assets to collisions
ISRO has released its Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) 2023, evaluating the vulnerability of its space assets to environmental hazards and artificial space objects. The report highlights 1,37,565 close approach alerts and 3,033 alerts for close approaches within one kilometer. Despite identifying 2,700 close approaches within 5 kilometers of other satellites, no critical collisions were predicted. ISRO's System for Safe and Sustainable Space Operations Management aims to enhance compliance with international space guidelines. ISRO is actively engaged in international forums addressing space debris and long-term sustainability of outer space activities.
Chandrayaan-3 launch delayed by 4 seconds to avoid collisions with debris, reveals ISRO report
ISRO's recent report discloses a 4-second launch delay for Chandrayaan-3 to prevent collisions with debris objects and satellites. The Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2023 highlights space asset vulnerability to environmental hazards, emphasizing the need for Space Situational Awareness (SSA). The report also details India's satellite count, active deep space missions, satellite re-entries, and successful launches in 2023. ISRO implements collision avoidance maneuvers based on IS4OM/ISTRAC analyses to protect operational spacecraft.
Isro develops light-weight, innovative nozzle for rocket engines, terms it 'breakthrough'
VSSC in Thiruvananthapuram achieves a rocket engine breakthrough with a Carbon-Carbon (C-C) nozzle, enhancing payload capacity and rocket engine parameters. This innovation promises significant improvements for ISRO's launcher, the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV).
State-run IIFCL seeks infrastructure tag for space sector
State-run infrastructure financing firm IIFCL has proposed that the space sector should be classified as part of the infrastructure sector. IIFCL has disbursed around ₹18,000 crore in loans in FY24 and is providing transaction advisory services to India's premier space agency, ISRO. The government has reviewed the extant foreign direct investment (FDI) policy in the space sector and allowed up to 74% FDI under the automatic route in satellite manufacturing and operation, satellite data products, and ground and user segments.
ISRO's new meteorological satellite initiates earth imaging operations, first captured images released
Payloads on the INSAT-3DS generate over 40 geophysical data products such as Sea Surface Temperature, Rainfall (precipitation) Products, Land Surface Temperature, Fog Intensity, Outgoing Longwave Radiation, Atmospheric Motion Vectors, High-Resolution Winds, Upper Tropospheric Humidity, Cloud Properties, Smoke, Fire, Mean Surface Pressure, Temperature Profiles, Water Vapor Profiles, Surface Skin Temperature and Total Ozone for the user community.
Not a surveillance satellite: ISRO on collaborative effort with NASA
ISRO chief S Somanath clarified that the joint satellite mission with NASA, called NISAR, is not for surveillance but for studying Earth's sustainability amidst climate change. The mission aims to develop a Synthetic Aperture Radar satellite to monitor Earth's surface, focusing on various aspects like water, agriculture, and environmental changes. NISAR's data will be shared between the US and India and will be in the public domain.
Isro launches INSAT-3DS weather forecasting satellite
The satellite was launched atop the GSLV-F14 rocket from Sriharikota. It will observe various atmospheric parameters and provide information related to the weather and the climate, the space agency said.
INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite: What does ISRO aim to achieve with this mission?
The countdown for the launch of INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite onboard a GSLV has commenced, Isro said on Friday. The lift-off for the GSLV-F14 in its 16th mission is scheduled at 5.35 pm on Saturday from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The INSAT-3DS satellite is a follow-on mission of the third generation meteorological satellite to be placed in a geostationary orbit, and it is fully funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. “GSLV-F14/INSAT-3DS Mission: 27.5 hours countdown leading to the launch on February 17, 2024 at 17.35 hrs has commenced” Isro said. This is the second mission for the Bengaluru headquartered space agency in 2024 after the successful launch of PSLV-C58/EXPOSAT mission on January 1.
Countdown for launch of INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite begins
The countdown for the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite launch by ISRO has begun. The satellite will provide continuity of services to INSAT-3D and INSAT-3DR. It will be deployed into a Geoynchronous Transfer Orbit and later placed into a Geo-stationary Orbit.
Cartosat-2: India's storied high-res image provider signs off in style, caps 17 years of happy memories for ISRO
Cartosat-2: ISRO had expected the satellite to take about 30 years to de-orbit naturally, it said. The agency, however, chose to lower the satellite's perigee using leftover fuel in view of new guidelines on space debris.
Isro's weather forecasting and disaster warning satellite to be launched on February 17
It is designed for enhanced meteorological observations and monitoring of land and ocean surfaces for weather forecasting and disaster warning.
ISRO's major 2024 mission: INSAT-3DS set to launch on this date; Details
ISRO has said that the launch of its meteorological satellite INSAT-3DS, which will enhance meteorological observations and help in better weather forecasting and disaster warning, is scheduled for February 17. This is the first space mission of ISRO in 2024. "The launch of the GSLV-F14/INSAT-3DS mission is set for Saturday, February 17, at 5:30pm from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR at Sriharikota," ISRO said.
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