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India wants its SpaceX moment: Why reusable rockets are the biggest test for private space startups

India’s private space sector is racing to develop reusable rockets that can lower launch costs, increase launch frequency and strengthen the country’s position in the global space economy. Startups are now focusing on advanced propulsion, manufacturing and testing capabilities to build the next generation of launch systems

India is preparing for its own space station: PM Modi tells diaspora in Australia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday laid out his vision for India's space sector, saying the country aims to develop its own space station.

Isro cryogenic engine ground test: 5 reasons why this matters

The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) has successfully conducted the Flight Acceptance Test of the CE20 Cryogenic Engine for the next LVM3 mission. Here are five reasons why this matters.

One step closer to a bigger, stronger LVM3: Isro tests new engine at near-full thrust

India's space agency, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), has taken another important step toward building a more powerful version of its heaviest rocket, the LVM3

Isro launches Mission Mitra to bolster crew safety for human spaceflight

Mission Mitra is being carried out in the high-altitude location of Ladakh, where Gaganyaan's astronaut will undergo training to test life-support systems, crew escape mechanisms, and emergency response frameworks

Isro confirms failure of NavIC satellite IRNSS-1F after atomic clock malfunction

India’s NavIC navigation system has suffered a setback after the IRNSS-1F satellite failed following the malfunction of its last atomic clock. With the satellite completing its 10-year mission life, only three satellites currently remain operational for positioning, navigation and timing services.

Are 16 satellites lost in space after Isro’s PSLV rocket faces glitch?

The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (Isro) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), launched from Sriharikota today (January 12), has failed in the third stage. This is the second launch in a row where a PSLV rocket has failed. But what went wrong?

‘Encountered an anomaly’: Setback for Isro, Anvesha mission fails during end of PS3 stage

In a setback for Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), the PSLV-C62 mission has failed to place satellites into orbit.

FirstUp: German chancellor to visit India, Isro to launch Anvesha satellite... News of the day

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will begin his first official visit to India today. He will hold a high-level meeting with PM Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, Isro is set to launch its PSLV-C62 mission, also known as the Anvesha satellite. Sergio Gor will arrive in Delhi today to officially assume his duties as the 26th US ambassador to India

This Week in Explainers: Why a free trade agreement with New Zealand is good news for India

India has successfully concluded negotiations with New Zealand on a Free Trade Agreement, with PM Modi and his counterpart in Wellington saying it is expected to double bilateral trade in five years. We take a closer look at the trade pact and its benefits, and much more in our weekly roundup