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Chandrayaan-2 Detects Possible Ice Beneath Lunar Surface Why in the News ? Scientists using data from Chandrayaan-2 have identified possible signs of sub-surface water ice in the Lunar South Polar Region. The discovery, based on radar observations, could support future lunar exploration and long-term human presence on the Moon. Key Findings from Chandrayaan-2 Mission Nearly …
Read MoreCHANDRAYAAN-3 ‘HOP’ EXPERIMENT REVEALS MOON’S SURFACE LAYERS Why in the News? New Discovery: Data from Chandrayaan-3 revealed that the Moon’s upper surface contains two distinct subsurface layers within a few centimetres, advancing critical technologies for future lunar missions and demonstrating capabilities comparable to those used in brahmos missiles guidance systems. Hop Experiment: The findings emerged …
Read MoreAditya-L1 Uncovers Mystery Behind Unusual Solar Storm Why in the News? India’s Aditya-L1 mission, in collaboration with six U.S. satellites, has revealed the reason behind the unusually strong May 2024 solar storm, showing that a rare CME–CME collision triggered massive magnetic reconnection, amplifying the storm’s impact on Earth. This discovery highlights the importance of space …
Read MoreNaval Communication Satellite Why in the News? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched GSAT-7R (CMS-03), India’s heaviest communication satellite designed for the Indian Navy, aboard the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota. The launch enhances maritime communication, self-reliance, and supports India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in space technology. This achievement also contributes to India’s clean energy …
Read MoreIndia to Build First Indigenous Satellite Constellation Why in the News ? A private consortium led by PixxelSpace India will develop India’s first commercial Earth Observation (EO) satellite constellation under the EO-PPP model, enhancing data sovereignty, boosting the domestic space economy, and reducing dependence on foreign satellite data. Project Details and Significance: Consortium Composition: Led …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Chandrayaan-3’s ChaSTE instrument successfully penetrated lunar soil, making history as the first mission to deploy a thermal probe on a celestial body. This accomplishment comes after previous missions MUPUS and HP3 faced challenges during similar attempts on a comet and Mars. About ChaSTE and Chandrayaan-3’s Achievement: ChaSTE (Chandra’s Surface Thermophysical …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Indian Air Force officer Shubhanshu Shukla has been selected as the pilot for Axiom Mission 4, the first private astronaut mission to the ISS involving an Indian, highlighting India’s growing role in international space exploration. Mission Overview: Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4): The upcoming private spaceflight mission to the International Space Station …
Read MoreWhy in the news? TASL’s TSAT-1A optical satellite successfully deployed in space via SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, marking a milestone in earth observation. About the Successful Deployment of TSAT-1A: Tata Advanced Systems Ltd. (TASL) confirms the successful launch of its sub-metre resolution optical satellite, TSAT-1A, into space. The deployment took place as part of the …
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