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Miss World Contestants Celebrate Telangana’s Cultural Heritage

Miss World Contestants Celebrate Telangana’s Cultural Heritage Why in the News ? During their India tour, Miss World 2024 contestants visited the Ramappa Temple in Telangana, experiencing local traditions, especially the Bathukamma festival. Their interaction with Telangana’s cultural richness and women empowerment initiatives received global appreciation. Showcasing Telangana’s Cultural Grandeur: 50 Miss World contestants visited …

16May 2025

India Demands Global Oversight of Pakistan’s Nukes

India Demands Global Oversight of Pakistan’s Nukes Why in the News ? During a visit to Jammu & Kashmir post-Operation Sindoor, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh raised concerns over Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal, urging its supervision by the IAEA, while lauding India’s counter-terror resolve and enhanced indigenous defence capabilities. Concerns Over Pakistan’s Nuclear Arsenal: Defence Minister Rajnath …

16May 2025

Protests Erupt Over Mahadayi River Study Findings

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: …

16May 2025

ISRO to Launch EOS-09, Boosts Lunar Ties

ISRO 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 …

15May 2025

India-Japan Chandrayaan-5 Mission Enters Design Phase

India-Japan Chandrayaan-5 Mission Enters Design Phase Why in the News ? India and Japan have begun the preliminary design phase of the Chandrayaan-5/LUPEX mission, aimed at lunar polar water exploration. With a 2027–28 launch timeline, the mission focuses on surface and subsurface water detection and in-situ analysis. Mission Overview and Objectives: Chandrayaan-5, also called LUPEX …

12May 2025

NASA-ISRO Radar Satellite to Launch in June

NASA-ISRO Radar Satellite to Launch in June Why in the News ? ISRO Chief Dr. V. Narayanan announced that the NASA-ISRO radar satellite (NISAR) will be launched next month, along with updates on the G20 climate satellite, RA-SAT launch, and Gaganyatri ISS mission, highlighting India’s growing space collaborations and ambitions. Key Announcements by ISRO Chief …

08May 2025

India Plans 52 Spy Satellites for Defence Surveillance

India Plans 52 Spy Satellites for Defence Surveillance Why in the News ? India is set to launch 52 spy satellites over the next five years to enhance its space-based surveillance capabilities. The plan involves ISRO and private sector collaboration under IN-SPACe, aimed at strengthening defence sector monitoring and coordination. India’s Military Satellites for ISR …

07May 2025

Gaganyaan Manned Mission Likely by Early 2027

Gaganyaan Manned Mission Likely by Early 2027 Why in the News ? ISRO has announced that the much-awaited Gaganyaan mission, India’s first manned spaceflight, is now expected in the first quarter of 2027. Delayed due to the pandemic and extended testing, it will follow three prior test launches. About the Timeline and Testing Plans: The …

28Apr 2025

ISRO Successfully Conducts Second Short Hot Test

ISRO Successfully Conducts Second Short Hot Test Why in the News ? ISRO has successfully completed the second short-duration hot test of its semicryogenic engine at the ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri. This test is a crucial milestone toward validating the engine systems before their induction into future launch vehicles. Successful Semicryogenic Engine Test: ISRO conducted …

26Apr 2025

Renowned Scientist Kasturirangan Passes Away at 84

Renowned 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 …

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