SPACE PROJECT
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.
Global Capability Centres drive office leasing in H1 2024, with a 37% share
India's office leasing market is dominated by Global Capability Centres (GCCs), with 37% of total leasing activity in January to June 2024. The country's robust workforce, competitive costs, and established ecosystem make it a key market for GCCs. With a projected 20% growth in GCC presence by 2025, the Indian office market is poised for significant expansion. 67% of GCCs plan to increase their office portfolios by over 10% in the next two years.
ISRO seeks active role in global efforts to shield earth from asteroids
ISRO Chairman S. Somanath emphasized India's growing space exploration capabilities and readiness for asteroid research collaborations. With recent successful missions like Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1, India aims to contribute significantly to global efforts in planetary defense and scientific discovery.
Russia plans to create core of new space station by 2030
Russia aims to establish the core of its new orbital space station by 2030, according to its space agency, Roscosmos. The agency's head, Yuri Borisov, approved the timeline, which includes launching an initial scientific and energy module in 2027 and adding three more modules by 2030, with two additional modules planned between 2031 and 2033. Previously collaborating on the International Space Station (ISS), Russia plans to exit the ISS by 2028 and focus on its own station to address scientific, technological, and national security needs.
NASA: Will it cancel some of space programs due to spacesuit problems? Why did water leak during spacewalk outside ISS?
NASA faces a spacesuit crisis as astronaut Tracy Dyson experienced a leak during a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. Collins Aerospace abandoned its spacesuit project.
Godrej Properties to develop 11-acre project at Pune with revenue potential of Rs 1,800 cr
The newly acquired land is situated in a prime area near the upcoming Megapolis Metro Station, enhancing its accessibility to major IT hubs in Hinjewadi. The location is anticipated to draw substantial interest from both residential and commercial investors due to its proximity to essential amenities such as schools, hospitals, shopping malls, restaurants, and premium hotels.
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Step into Space with NASA's latest 3D video as it takes you through the cosmic 'Pillars of Creation'
NASA has unveiled a stunning 3D visualization of the 'Pillars of Creation' located in the Eagle Nebula, combining images from the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes. These cosmic structures, first captured by Hubble in the 1990s, have fascinated humanity for their towering columns of gas and dust where new stars are born. The new video allows viewers to explore these pillars in three dimensions, showcasing their intricate details and contrasting views from Hubble's visible-light images to Webb's infrared perspectives. This initiative aims to enhance public engagement and understanding of star formation processes, part of NASA's Universe of Learning initiative.
Russian satellite breaks up into 100 pieces; Here is what it means for Boeing and Sunita William's space project
A defunct Russian Earth observation satellite, the RESURS-P1, has fragmented into over 100 pieces of space debris. This event necessitated astronauts aboard the International Space Station to seek shelter for approximately one hour. The incident contributes to the growing issue of space junk orbiting Earth. The cause of the satellite's breakup, which had been declared non-functional since 2022, has not been disclosed yet.
Are NASA astronauts struck on board a Boeing aircraft? What is this important mission they are a part of?
Two astronauts on board a Boeing Star Liner aircraft are struck in the International Space Station. They are undertaking a critical mission before returning to Earth.
Russian satellite breaks up in space, forces ISS astronauts to shelter
A Russian satellite, defunct in nature, has now broken up into a hundred pieces, forcing astronauts aboard the International Space Station to take shelter from the space jump already in the outer universe.
Viability gap funding set to boost offshore wind energy space: Crisil
The government's outlay, announced on June 19, includes Rs 6,853 crore for the installation and commissioning of 1 GW of offshore wind energy projects of 500 MW each off the coast of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. It also has Rs 600 crore for augmentation of two ports to meet the logistics requirements for offshore wind energy projects farms and encourage developers to enter this space.
Keen to be partners with India in its space journey: Australian envoy on space collaboration projects
Australia collaborates with India in the space sector, providing an USD 18 million grant for joint projects. The partnership aims to address climate change, boost manufacturing, and advance artificial intelligence, strengthening both nations' space economies.
Starlink, Project Kuiper requests for landing rights under process: IN-SPACe chairman
Both companies have yet to get permits to provide satcom services in India — their applications are pending before the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) — but Goenka said this would not delay the grant of landing rights to them by the space sector regulator.
NASA's Chandra telescope reveals stunning details of Milky Way's super star cluster
In a groundbreaking study, NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory has revealed new insights into Westerlund 1, the largest and closest 'super' star cluster to Earth. Led by astronomers from the Italian National Institute of Astrophysics in Palermo, the Extended Westerlund 1 and 2 Open Clusters Survey (EWOCS) project marks a significant milestone in understanding this cosmic phenomenon. Chandra's observations, combined with data from other NASA telescopes, show a vibrant star cluster with active star formation and a halo of hot gas surrounding its core.
GIFT City gets record bid for 5.22 lakh sq ft development rights in SEZ
Nila Spaces outbids 10 bidders with Rs 6,557 per sq ft bid for development rights in GIFT City SEZ, totaling over Rs 342 crore. CEO Deep Vadodaria plans Rs 750 crore investment, including land development charges, for the project. GIFT City introduces entertainment zone GIFT Eye. Gujarat government exempts GIFT City from liquor prohibition law to attract investments.
Putin ratifies plan to jointly build lunar base with China
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a plan to jointly build the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) with China. The ILRS will include sections on the lunar surface, lunar orbit, and Earth, built in two phases. The first phase aims to establish a basic station by 2035, with expansion completed by 2045. Twelve countries and international organizations have joined the initiative. The project follows Russia and China's 2021 agreement and involves ambitious lunar missions starting in 2026.
Cosmic Kittens (CKIT) Crypto presale prepares to be the defining Altcoin in 2024 bull market forecast
Crypto market pundits believe Cosmic Kittens (CKIT) is among the altcoins to watch in the year's second half.
Japan billionaire Maezawa cancels moon trip due to uncertainty over SpaceX rocket development
The tycoon in 2018 launched plans for the lunar flyby voyage. He bought seats for eight traveling companions in 2022 for what would be his second space journey after his 12-day trip to the International Space Station on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft in 2021.
REnergy Dynamics enters renewable energy space, eyes Rs 5,000 crore order book by 2029
REnergy Dynamics (RED) announced its entry into the renewable energy sector with plans to achieve an order book of Rs 5,000 crore by 2029, currently holding projects worth Rs 575 crore. The company aims to secure orders through large-scale bioenergy projects, EPC services to renewable energy developers, feedstock aggregation for CBG projects, and manufacturing of biogas plant components.
India's GDP is USD 3.95 trillion, says Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
While speaking in Chandigarh on Sunday, Puri said, "As per the public data released by IMF, our GDP is USD 3.95 trillion, and we are in the fifth position. Japan is in the fourth position with a GDP of USD 4.1 trillion. If our growth rate is going on at 7-8 percent and Japan's is flat, it's a matter of a few months, if not a year, and our economy will reach fourth place."
America will send Indian astronaut to International Space Station by year-end: US envoy
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, announced that America plans to send an Indian astronaut to the International Space Station by the end of 2024. He also mentioned that the NISAR project, a joint mission between NASA and ISRO, is likely to be launched by the year's end. Garcetti highlighted the potential for India and the US to collaborate in research and emerging technologies. He praised India's cost-effective lunar mission, Chandrayaan 3, and expressed optimism about addressing outstanding issues in civilian nuclear energy cooperation.
Cera Sanitaryware is this week's stock pick; why analysts are bullish
Cera Sanitaryware emphasises innovation, introducing 218 new products in 2023-24, which accounted for 30-35% of its total sales.
Pakistan's CubeSat sends first images of Sun and Moon from lunar orbit
Pakistan's CubeSat, part of China's Chang'e-6 mission, has made history by transmitting its first images of the sun and moon from lunar orbit. The CubeSat successfully separated from the orbiter near the far side of the moon, capturing its initial image on May 8 at 16:14 (1:14 pm Pakistan time). This achievement was celebrated at a ceremony at the China National Space Agency (CNSA), where the images were presented to Pakistan's ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi. The project, a collaboration between Islamabad's Institute of Space Technology (IST), China's Shanghai University (SJTU), and Pakistan's national space agency Suparco.
Bhumika group to develop 3 lakh sq ft of retail space with government
Bhumika Group, Rajasthan's largest mall developer, expanding retail spaces in NCR. Urban Square Mall in Udaipur fully occupied with top brands. Second phase launch imminent, reflecting strong industry credibility and financial stability.
Arvind SmartSpaces reports highest-ever sales at Rs 1,107 crore in FY24
Arvind SmartSpaces reported its highest-ever sales at Rs 1,107 crore in 2023-24, up 38% from the previous year. The company's net profit increased 62% to Rs 41.6 crore, while revenue from operations grew 33% to Rs 341 crore. The company acquired new projects with a topline potential of Rs 4,150 crore, and is set to deepen its presence in Gujarat, Bengaluru, and Maharashtra. Demand optimism in residential markets is expected to continue in the medium term.
Bangalore Watch Company tests its apogee wrist watch in Space, prototype travels 35 km into Earth's atmosphere
Bangalore Watch Company successfully tests Apogee wristwatch in Space, marking a significant milestone in the brand's history. The Karman Line Project demonstrates the watches' capability and inspiration from the Indian space program.
ADB open to funding space sector in India: VP Bhargav Dasgupta
The Asian Development Bank is open to funding the space sector in India in addition to focusing on climate finance to mitigate the associated risks, said its Vice President Bhargav Dasgupta on Friday. ADB has done some projects in satellite in the Asia Pacific region, but has not provided any assistance in the Indian space sector.
Spacetech startup Digantara chosen for Australia-backed debris management project
Digantara, in collaboration with various partners, is part of the Maitri mission to manage space debris. The company aims to enhance space traffic management and monitoring of Resident Space Objects in Low Earth Orbit.
ONGC plans June drilling for India's first geothermal project in Ladakh
ONGC is gearing up for a fresh geothermal drilling campaign in Ladakh, aiming to tap into emission-free energy sources. The project could provide electricity, heating, and irrigation in Ladakh's harsh terrains. Planned drilling in June aims to complete two 1,000-meter wells by September. If successful, a 1 MW power plant could be operational by next year. Iceland, a geothermal energy leader, is advising ONGC. Overcoming past setbacks, including water control and logistics, is key, with advanced equipment and careful planning in place.
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