SPACE FLIGHT ACTIVITIES
Boeing flight hits turbulence flying over the Atlantic Ocean; over 30 injured
A Boeing flight which was being operated by Air Europa ran into air turbulence due to which more than 30 people have been injured. This is yet another incident in this year due to which air passengers are being impacted due to turbulence.
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.
Japan launches an advanced Earth observation satellite on its new flagship H3 rocket
Japan deployed an upgraded Earth observation satellite for disaster response and security after it was launched on a new flagship H3 rocket Monday. The H3 No. 3 rocket lifted off from the Tanegashima Space Centre on a southwestern Japanese island and released its payload about 16 minutes later as planned, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, said during a livestream.
How much has Boeing lost in Starliner program as two NASA astronauts are stuck in space?
NASA astronauts are stranded in space due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The mission, originally set for eight days, has been indefinitely extended.
Boeing Starliner capsule's first crewed test flight postponed at last minute
Boeing's Starliner space capsule's inaugural crewed test flight faced another delay due to a technical issue, halting the countdown for at least 24 hours. The mission, carrying two astronauts to the ISS, is crucial for Boeing to compete with SpaceX in NASA's spaceflight contracts. The delay, caused by a ground system computer triggering an automatic abort command, marks another setback in Starliner's history of delays and glitches. Boeing is striving to catch up with SpaceX, NASA's primary transport to the ISS, and hopes for a successful mission to secure future contracts.
North Korea fires missile barrage toward eastern waters days after failed satellite launch
North Korea allegedly fired a barrage of short-range ballistic missiles towards the eastern sea. The move drew condemnation from South Korea and Japan amidst heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The launches followed a failed attempt to launch a military reconnaissance satellite. North Korea's actions have been met with strong international criticism as they violate U.N. Security Council resolutions. The North vowed to continue developing its space reconnaissance capabilities despite setbacks.
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Space startup Agnikul Cosmos calls off maiden rocket launch for a fourth time
India's Agnikul Cosmos delayed the Agnibaan rocket launch to test igniter performance. The rocket can carry 300 kg to orbits 700 km high. Skyroot launched India's first privately developed rocket in 2022 from ISRO's site.
North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight
North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite ended in failure on Monday when a newly developed rocket engine exploded in flight. The launch came just hours after Pyongyang issued a warning that it would try to launch a satellite by June 4. The launch became the nuclear-armed North's latest failure, following two other fiery crashes last year. It successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit in November.
"ISRO aims to explore human space flight activities, build space stations": Chairman Somnath
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Sreedhara Panicker Somanath on Sunday attended a programme at a school and said that the space agency aims to explore human space flight activities and build space stations.
Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis forecast: When will it occur again?
The present solar cycle is ideal for the formation of Auroras. The present solar cycle which began in 2019 will end in 2030. The solar activity will peak in 2025 and 2026.
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams space mission aborted due to technical glitch in rocket
The CST-200 Starliner's inaugural voyage carrying astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) has been highly anticipated and much-delayed as Boeing scrambles to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX for a greater share of lucrative NASA business.
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.
Macro tailwinds continue; 7 hotel stocks from large, mid and smallcap space, one with upside potential of up to 27%
Thirty years back in 1994, when the Indian market witnessed the first round of bull run after the Harshad Mehta scam, the sector which was on top gainer list was the hotel sector. In those days, the logic given in the brokerage research reports, which used to come out very infrequently and were miniscule in numbers, was that as the Indian economy opens up, more foreign business travellers would be coming to India. That will lead to higher occupancy and it is not easy to set up a 5 star hotel so the demand supply equation would be in their favour. Today there is an element of foreign travellers but more importantly, the unstoppable traveling Indians along with domestic business travellers who are creating a situation where once again demand is higher than supply leading to a situation which is favorable for the bottomline of hotel companies. The question is are the valuations cheap, surely not, but is the growth likely to be stronger and stable? The answer is probably yes. We take a look at 7 stocks, some of which are not rated, but their over score is positive to neutral.
Hotels give up the old ways as younger guests check in
The average age of the customer, said some of India's travel and hospitality companies, has reduced by a decade in the past five to 10 years. A young India is powering Thomas Cook's growth story, said Rajeev Kale, president and country head for holidays, MICE and visa at Thomas Cook (India). "Multiple mini-cations is the ask of young India. With our internal data reflecting that over 80% of our Gen Z and millennial travellers prefer air travel, we had launched our online holiday bundler with easy-to-book holidays combined with a range of flight options. This has grown 50% year-on-year," he added.
Falling fares and an AI arms race: What travelers can expect in 2024
Airfares in the US will decrease while international airfares will increase in 2024 due to increased airplane capacity and a drop in jet fuel costs. AI will play a bigger role in travel this year, with chatbots and biometrics being used to improve the booking process and enhance security at airports.
Vistara plans to use virtual reality, augmented reality tech for training purposes
Vistara, a full-service airline, plans to use virtual and augmented reality technologies for staff training and customer queries. CEO Vinod Kannan said that while AI can help reduce staff costs, it is not a substitute for human intelligence. The airline is already using chatbots to address customer queries, and is exploring the use of AI for self-help. Kannan said that basic queries like flight status and baggage can be answered faster by bots with the right data.
Aditya-L1, ISRO'S first solar spacecraft enters Sun's final orbit
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a major milestone as they successfully completed the last manoeuvre to position the Aditya-L1 spacecraft into its designated orbit. Aditya-L1 is India's first space-based observatory dedicated to studying the Sun. The spacecraft has now reached its final destination, a distance of approximately 1.5 million kilometres from the Earth.
Isro’s XPoSat to lift off today to study X-rays' sources
The satellite will seek to understand the sources of x-rays and study blackholes. The satellite is set for launch on board the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle from Sriharikota, and is only the second mission of its kind in the world after NASA's 2021 mission named Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer.
Conquer the skies: Insider tips on surviving ultra long-haul flights
Discover insider strategies from seasoned travellers on surviving ultra-long-haul journeys, from smart packing and sleep tactics to entertainment planning and staying hydrated.
Travel 101: How to survive long-haul flights
For travelers, flying at 35,000 feet for an extended period of time comes with its own set of challenges, including little space for movement, dry cabin air and time zone changes.
Blue Origin launches first New Shepard flight since grounding
New Shepard, the company's only active rocket that can carry humans and cargo on short trips to and from the brim of space, lifted off from Blue Origin's remote Van Horn, Texas launch site
India office space demand growth sustained in 2023 despite global sluggishness
The net office space absorption in the country is seen at par with 2022 closing at 37-39 million sq ft. With leasing activity expected to further pick up pace in the last quarter of 2023, the year is expected to surpass the 2017-2019 average, showed a JLL India analysis.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin headed back into space after accident
The American company Blue Origin plans to launch its rocket Big Shepard Monday for the first time since an accident more than a year ago, as the firm founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos heads back into space. Blue Origin is competing in the space tourism market with Virgin Galactic, founded by British billionaire Richard Branson.
Carrying out feasibility studies for future Chandrayaan missions: Govt
Chandrayaan-3, with lunar lander module Vikram and rover Pragyaan, was launched on July 22. The Vikram lander module had a soft-landing on August 23 and Pragyaan rover left imprints of the national emblem and ISRO's logo on the lunar surface. The experiments were carried out for one lunar day which is equivalent to 14 earth days.
UK to start Gaza surveillance flights to help find hostages
UK military to conduct surveillance flights over Gaza to help locate hostages held by Hamas, confirms the British defence ministry. According to Israeli authorities, around 240 Israelis and foreign hostages were seized by Hamas fighters in their attack on Israel on October 7. While approximately 110 hostages have been freed during a recent week-long truce, the resumption of combat by Israel's military on Friday has hindered the release of the remaining 130 captives believed to be held in Gaza.
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).
Spain Space Summit: Europe to issue launcher "challenge" in Seville space talks
The head of the European Space Agency (ESA) was speaking at the start of two days of ministerial talks in Seville, Spain, on efforts to shore up Europe's faltering launcher programmes and galvanise human and robotic exploration activities.
US firm to launch space tourism services in India next month, to offer zero gravity, ISS visits
The company plans to provide activities such as space balloons, zero-gravity flights, and trips to the International Space Station. SpaceVIP was founded by Roman Chiporuka and Eddie Miller and aims to accelerate innovation in the space industry. The company has been attracted to the Indian market due to the country's interest in space activities and the growing number of high-net-worth individuals.
Virgin Galactic’s first space tourist flight Galactic 02: All you may want to know
Virgin Galactic launched its second commercial spaceflight, Galactic 02, from New Mexico's Spaceport America, carrying private-paying tourists including Olympian Jon Goodwin and Caribbean passengers.
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