Indian Space Research Organisation News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla undocks from ISS, begins journey back home
New Delhi, July 14: After spending 18 days on the International Space Station (ISS), Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Monday has begun his journey towards Earth.
'Over 7,200 tests have been completed', says ISRO chief V. Narayanan
Kolkata, May 23: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chief V. Narayanan has said that 7,200 space mission tests have been completed as of now and 3,000 others are still pending by the Indian space agency, highlighting the importance of year 2025, which has been declared the "Gaganyaan" year.
ISRO's 101st satellite launch fails due to technical problems in third stage
New Delhi, May 18: In a rare setback, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) faced a mission failure on Sunday as its 101st satellite launch -- EOS-09 aboard the PSLV-C61 -- could not be completed due to technical problems in the third stage of the launch vehicle.
India's 1st human spaceflight scheduled for first quarter of 2027: Minister
New Delhi, May 6: India’s first human space mission 'Gaganyaan' has entered its final phase, with the first human spaceflight now scheduled for the first quarter of 2027, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday.
Steered India's space programme to new heights: PM Modi condoles demise of Kasturirangan
New Delhi, April 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the demise of former ISRO chairman K. Kasturirangan, saying his visionary leadership and selfless contribution to the nation will always be remembered.
ISRO's SpaDEX mission successfully achieves 2nd docking of satellites: Minister
New Delhi, April 21: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Monday said that the ISRO's SpaDEX mission has successfully achieved second docking of satellites.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets ISRO chairman V Narayanan
Guwahati, April 7: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday met ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan and discussed Assam's vision of launching its own satellite.
India one of four nations to demonstrate satellite docking and undocking: ISRO Chairman
Thiruvananthapuram, March 15: India has joined an elite group of four nations that have successfully demonstrated the complex technology of satellite docking and undocking, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr V Narayanan said on Friday following the successful completion of the SpaDEx (Space Docking Experiment) mission.
FM allocates Rs 13,415.20 cr for space sector, experts welcome Geospatial mission
New Delhi, Feb 1: Giving a much-needed boost to the space sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced an allocation of Rs 13,415.20 crore for the Department of Space in the Union Budget 2025-26.
Can't express in words...: Shubhanshu Shukla's parents express excitement on son's selection as pilot of NASA mission
New Delhi, January 31: Parents of Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla were elated after their son was selected as the pilot for National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)'s Axiom-4 mission, scheduled this year.
You have once again made India proud: Union MoS Jitendra Singh lauds ISRO on its successful 100th rocket launch
Sriharikota, January 29: Union MoS Jitendra Singh on Wednesday expressed pride after the Indian Space Research Organisation successfully launched their GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02 on Wednesday morning. Remarkably, this was ISRO's 100th launch from the country's spaceport.
ISRO ready for 100th launch of its GSLV rocket tomorrow
New Delhi, Jan 28: ISRO is ready to make its 100th launch of the GSLV rocket from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on January 29.
Ahead of landmark 100th launch, ISRO chief offers prayers at Tirumala temple for GSLV-F15 success
Tirumala, January 28: Ahead of the GSLV-F15/ NVS-02 rocket launch scheduled for Wednesday, ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan, along with a team of scientists, visited Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirumala.
ISRO's milestone 100th rocket launch mission from Sriharikota on Jan 29
New Delhi, Jan 25: ISRO is all set to launch GSLV-F15 mission -- the 100th from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on January 29, the space agency said.
Indian space economy projected to touch $44 bn in next decade: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Jan 21: In the next 10 years, the Indian space economy is projected to touch $44 billion, said Union Minister of State (independent charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday.
SpaDEX mission a significant stepping stone for India's ambitious space missions: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the successful docking of the satellites of the SpaDEX mission is a significant stepping stone for India’s ambitious space missions in the years to come.
SpaDeX mission: India becomes 4th nation to achieve successful space docking
New Delhi, Jan 16: With the successful docking of the satellites of the SpaDEX mission, India became the fourth nation to ace the space docking technology, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said on Thursday.
Inter-satellite distance now 230 m, spacecraft's health normal: ISRO on SpaDex mission
New Delhi, January 11: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Saturday said that two small spacecraft that are to dock as part of its technology demonstrator mission are at a distance of 230 metres and their health is normal.