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Protests Erupt Over Mahadayi River Study Findings Why in the News ? A recent scientific study by CSIR-NIO and INCOIS concluded that Karnataka’s Mahadayi river diversion will have limited impact on Goa. This has sparked protests from environmental groups and political parties, citing potential threats to Goa’s ecology and water security. Background of the Dispute: …
Read MoreISRO to Launch EOS-09, Boosts Lunar Ties Why in the News ? ISRO is preparing to launch the PSLV-C61/EOS-09 earth observation satellite on May 19. Concurrently, ISRO and JAXA held a technical meeting in Bengaluru to advance the Chandrayaan-5/LUPEX mission aimed at exploring the lunar south pole. About PSLV-C61 and EOS-09 Launch : ISRO’s 101st …
Read MoreRenowned Scientist Kasturirangan Passes Away at 84 Why in the News ? Former ISRO Chairman Dr. K. Kasturirangan passed away at the age of 84 in Bengaluru. A prominent figure in India’s space and education sectors, he was associated with key ISRO missions and had also served as a Rajya Sabha member. Life and Career …
Read MoreISRO Achieves Second Successful Satellite Docking Experiment Why in the News ? ISRO successfully completed the second docking of two satellites — SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target) — under its Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission, marking a crucial step for future human spaceflight, space stations, and sample return missions. Mission Highlights: ISRO conducted the second …
Read MoreWhy in News ? ISRO’s POEM-4, launched on December 30, 2024, carried 24 experimental payloads and showcased key technologies for space servicing and debris management. It recently re-entered Earth’s atmosphere, highlighting India’s growing capabilities in sustainable, low-cost space experimentation and orbital innovation. Introduction to POEM-4 and Mission Highlights : POEM-4 (PSLV Orbital Experiment Module-4) is …
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? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully completed the third reusable launch vehicle landing experiment (RLV LEX-03) at the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga, Karnataka. This mission demonstrated Pushpak’s autonomous landing capabilities under challenging conditions, marking a significant milestone in ISRO’s reusable launch vehicle program. Source: India Times Key Features of …
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