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Airbus space business takes advantage of growing demand for satellite systems
Airbus executives say the turnaround in the company’s space business came just in time to tap growing demand, particularly from Europe, for space capabilities as it pursues a joint venture.
Agnikul Cosmos Careers
At Agnikul, our culture is all about hard work and determination to push the boundaries of innovation. Our team is made up of passionate, driven individuals, supported by a group of experienced advisors from various fields. We constantly strive to combine experience with passion. Join us and be part of a journey that is shaping the future of space travel.
Watch the total solar eclipse with ESA in León
Discover the science behind one of nature's most extraordinary phenomena and experience a total solar eclipse with the European Space Agency (ESA), the City of León and the University of León.
Skyrocket Openings
We are redefining space exploration, making it more economical, sustainable, and equitable through technological disruption. If you see the status quo as an opportunity to innovate, accomplish the unprecedented, and push the boundaries of technology, then Skyroot is the space for you. Work with the best and shape a career that defies gravity; be part of the team building our precision-engineered launch vehicles. Join us on our mission of “Opening Space for All”
Olympic Mountain Glory
Snow-capped mountains carved by deep river valleys preside over northwestern Washington state.
Sanjana Tripurmallu's diamonds reaches orbit with Vikram-1
Sanjana Tripurmallu: The entrepreneur whose lab-grown diamond reached orbit with India's first privately developed rocket
Soyuz MS-29 crew arrives at ISS, U.S. EVA completes Canadarm2 repairs
The International Space Station’s (ISS) crew grew by three members with the arrival of the…
A talent race ISRO can’t lose
The real challenge before India’s space programme is not launching more rockets. It is keeping the people who know how to make them fly.
China’s Shijian-31 satellite is sweeping GEO using a unique orbit
HELSINKI — A classified satellite launched by China in June is operating in a creative orbit, giving it a unique vantage point over the geostationary belt. Shijian-31 launched on a […]
Why are scientists leaving India’s national space agency - and will tighter exit rules keep them there?
As India’s private spacetech sector takes off, competition for its most experienced scientists is raising questions about how the country can build a thriving commercial space industry without hollowing out the institution that helped make it possible.
ONERA Selects AMOS to Build French Space Surveillance Telescope
Belgium’s AMOS has been selected by the French aerospace research agency ONERA to build PROVIDENCE, a 2.5-metre ground-based telescope that will provide detailed images of satellites in low Earth orbit for the French Air and Space Force. The telescope is expected to enter service in early 2029. Preliminary studies for PROVIDENCE began in 2020, with […]
Can India’s national space agency keep its top scientists on board as the private spacetech sector booms?
As India’s private spacetech sector takes off, competition for its most experienced scientists is raising questions about how the country can build a thriving commercial space industry without hollowing out the institution that helped make it possible.
NASA to Showcase Agency’s Newest Wind Tunnel in Virginia
Media are invited to NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, on Friday, July 31, to attend a media tour and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Flight Dynamics Research Facility, the agency’s first new wind tunnel in more than 40 years. The event will include a brief media availability with: This event is in person only […]
Skyroot Makes History with India's First Private Orbital Rocket
Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka: Former ISRO Engineers who put India's first privately developed rocket, Vikram-1, in orbit
FCC approves sweeping space reforms while clearing more C-band for 5G
The FCC voted July 22 to push satellite operators out of more C-band spectrum for a 5G auction next year, while approving a licensing overhaul aimed at accelerating the commercial space economy.
India’s space dream needs more than rockets
As over 100 scientists leave ISRO and Skyroot's Vikram-1 launches, India faces fresh questions over retaining talent for Gaganyaan and future missions.
Robotic Servicing Mission Launches with NASA Support
Following its liftoff from Cape Canaveral on July 21 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, the Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) hosting the NASA-supported Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) payload is now en route to geosynchronous Earth orbit, where it will use its advanced robotics to service spacecraft. RSGS leverages in-space robotics expertise from NASA, […]
Meet Pawan Kumar Chandana, ex-ISRO scientist behind India's 1st privately developed orbital rocket Vikram-1
Trending News: Pawan Kumar Chandana is a former ISRO scientist who left a government job to build one of India's leading private space startups, Skyroot Aerospace.
NASA Sets Coverage for Astronaut Chris Williams, Crewmates Return
NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev are wrapping up their 241‑day mission aboard the International Space Station. The crew and its Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft will undock from the orbiting laboratory’s Rassvet module at 3:02 a.m. EDT Sunday, July 26, heading for a parachute-assisted landing at 6:26 a.m. (3:26 p.m. […]
'We'll Be Getting Into Commercial Flights,' Says Skyroot CEO Pawan Chandana After Vikram-1 Success
Skyroot Aerospace co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana
A New Look – and Sound – for Messier 94
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory unveiled this new look at the galaxy NGC 4736, also known as Messier 94, on June 30, 2026. Messier 94 is a spiral galaxy with a bright inner ring around it, called a starburst ring, where new stars are forming, perhaps fueled by gas driven in the unique oval-shaped structure seen […]
Telangana: ISRO, IN-SPACe Hail Skyroot's Vikram-1 Launch As Milestone For India's Private Space Sector
"This is a proud day, not just for Skyroot but for the whole country. Only a handful of nations can reach space on their own, and today a private Indian company joined that exclusive club": Reports
Northrop Launches Evolved Satellite Servicing Spacecraft
SpaceLogistics, a Northrop subsidiary, aims to expand the company’s private capabilities and commercial offerings with their newly launched Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) and Mission Extension Pods (MEPs).
ISRO Resignation Wave: ‘Many Have Gone, Many Have Come,’ Says Science Minister
Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, has sought to alleviate worries regarding the recent resignation of approximately 100 top scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He stated on Thursday that these departures are part of an administrative process and do not reflect any significant problem within the agency. [...]
Mapping Io’s Hidden Heat With NASA’s Juno
Description This graphic illustrates the areas of Jupiter’s moon Io sampled by the Microwave Radiometer (MWR) instrument aboard NASA’s Juno spacecraft during two close flybys. The black overlapping lines show the instrument’s footprints during Perijove 57 on Dec. 30, 2023, when the spacecraft primarily mapped the northern hemisphere. The blue lines represent Perijove 58 on […]
Mission Aagaman: India’s first private rocket Vikram-1 developed by Skyroot Aerospace to be launched on 18th July
India is going to achieve a major milestone in space technology, as the country’s first private rocket launch has been scheduled for Saturday. Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace has officially confirmed that its Vikram-1 rocket will lift off on July 18, 2026, at 11:30 am IST from the First Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre [...]
NASA’s Juno Peers Beneath Io’s Surface
Description This map represents data captured by the Microwave Radiometer (MWR) aboard NASA’s Juno spacecraft, indicating heat rising from just beneath the surface of Jupiter’s moon Io. While infrared instruments measure the temperature of the moon’s surface, the lowest frequency microwave channels (0.6 and 1.25 gigahertz) on the MWR can penetrate between about 6 and […]
India's First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1 Is All Set To Launch On July 18
On July 18, Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, carrying four technology payloads, will attempt to launch from Sriharikota as the first private orbital rocket in India.
Path to Starship Flight 13 requires additional Booster 20 test
SpaceX continues to target no earlier than Thursday, July 23, for the next attempt to…
India's First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1 Set For Launch On July 18
India's First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1 Set For Launch On July 18
NASA’s Juno Takes Temperature of Jupiter’s Fiery Moon Io
NASA’s Juno mission has provided the first measurements of the temperature below the surface of Jupiter’s moon Io, revealing significant heating within the shallow subsurface of the most volcanically active world in the solar system. Collected during two close flybys, the data also shows that most of Io’s surface is remarkably smooth and composed of […]
India’s First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1 Set For Launch On July 18
Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom Mission will carry technology demonstration payloads to 450km orbit. Hyderabad: Skyroot Aerospace’s maiden test flight of Vikram-1 is scheduled to lift off from the first launch pad at SDSC-SHAR on July 18 at 11.30 AM. This will be the first time an orbital-class rocket, ...
NASA Joins Genesis Mission to Accelerate AI-Driven Discovery
NASA is supporting the Genesis Mission, a national effort to drive the use of artificial intelligence in tackling complex scientific and engineering challenges to advance a new era of discovery. President Donald J. Trump issued the Executive Order “Launching the Genesis Mission” on Nov. 24, 2025, creating a national mission to leverage artificial intelligence to […]
ISRO Mobile Apps: Bhuvan, MOSDAC, and Beyond
Discover how ISRO translates complex space data into practical tools for citizens and scientists through accessible mobile and web apps.
Vast establishes division for national security projects
Commercial space station and spacecraft developer Vast has established a new division intended to support work in national security space.
ISRO Satellites List: Active Spacecraft Fleet
A clean inventory of ISRO's primary active satellite systems, highlighting their orbits, weights, and communication utilities.
The strategic competition with China: winning the multi-domain race
History demonstrates military innovation continually rewrites the rules of combat, reshaping warfare and rendering strategies from past conflicts obsolete. The introduction of repeating rifles transformed infantry combat during the 19th […]
Bellatrix Aerospace: Green Propellants & Electric Thrusters
Explore Bellatrix Aerospace's innovations in eco-friendly chemical fuels and high-efficiency electric propulsion systems for modern satellites.
Improved reporting needed on forest carbon emissions
More analysis is needed to ensure that tropical forest degeneration and regeneration are consistently reported in carbon cycle models and in national reporting, according to a study funded in part by ESA's Climate Change Initiative Biomass project.
Pixxel Space: Hyper-Spectral Earth Observation Constellations
An overview of Pixxel, an Indian space startup launching hyper-spectral micro-satellites to revolutionize global agriculture, forestry, and mining audits.
Relativity Space to expand Terran R production in Florida
Relativity Space struck a deal with Space Florida to build manufacturing and test facilities for its Terran R rocket on Florida’s Space Coast.
Agnikul Cosmos: Pioneers of 3D-Printed Rocket Engines
How Agnikul Cosmos successfully built and launched Agnibaan, utilizing fully 3D-printed single-piece engines and mobile launchpads.
Artemis 2 astronaut advocates for equatorial lunar landings
The pilot of Artemis 2 says NASA’s return to the moon should start with human landings in less challenging equatorial regions rather than go directly to the south pole.
Skyroot Aerospace: Launching the Vikram Private Rocket Fleet
Explore the achievements of Skyroot Aerospace, the creator of Vikram-S, India's first privately launched rocket.
Gravity-1 sea launch off Shanghai puts 9 satellites into orbit
HELSINKI — Commercial launch firm Orienspace launched its third Gravity-1 solid rocket late Tuesday, sending nine satellites into orbit from waters off Shanghai. The 30-meter-long Gravity-1 solid rocket lifted off […]
The Indian Private Space Ecosystem: Startups and Innovations
A panoramic view of the booming private space ecosystem in India. Learn about IN-SPACe, NewSpace India Limited, and the rise of private launcher and satellite startups.
A Week of Smoky Skies Across North America
Brown carbon, emitted by wildland fires and tracked over the span of a week in July 2026, worsened air quality in parts of the U.S. and Canada.
Future Interplanetary Exploration: Venus and Outer Space
An overview of ISRO's upcoming interplanetary voyages, including Shukrayaan-1 (Venus Orbiter), Chandrayaan-4, and future deep-space probes.
NISAR’s L-Band Radar Reveals ‘Hummingbird’ in Antarctica
Description Data from the Earth-orbiting U.S.-India NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite’s L-band radar was used to produce an image of Nunatak Zaterjavshijsja — a mountaintop in East Antarctica — poking out amid a stream of ice flowing northeast to the ocean. The obstruction causes stresses in the ice, heavily fracturing the surrounding surfaces with […]
Mars Exploration: The Legacy of Mangalyaan (MOM)
Discover how India designed and executed the Mars Orbiter Mission on a shoestring budget, establishing itself as a premier interplanetary space agency.
Zenno Astronautics to relocate to the United States
SAN FRANCISCO – Zenno Astronautics, a New Zealand startup focused on applying superconducting magnets for spacecraft attitude control and acceleration, plans to redomicile to the United States. “It is obvious […]
Moon Exploration: ISRO's Lunar Missions Timeline
Trace the story of India's lunar exploration. From Chandrayaan-1's path-breaking discovery of water to the soft polar landing of Chandrayaan-3 and future plans.
SpaceX launches Northrop mission to extend the life of aging satellites
DARPA-backed vehicle will install propulsion pods on three commercial satellites in geostationary orbit
India vs NASA: Comparative Analysis of Space Exploration Paths
A deep comparative analysis between ISRO and NASA. Explore their design philosophies, budgets, historical achievements, and their joint NISAR satellite mission.
NASA to Host Media Briefing on Roman Telescope, Launching Next Month
Media are invited to join NASA for a virtual news conference at 2 p.m. EDT, Wednesday, July 29, to preview the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope mission, scheduled to launch from the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Sunday, Aug. 30. NASA will stream this event live through a variety of platforms. Learn where […]
ISRO Launcher Schedule 2026: Upcoming Flights
Stay ahead with the comprehensive list of ISRO rocket launches scheduled for 2026. Explore GSLV, PSLV, and heavy-lift LVM3 mission manifest details.
Northrop adds to charges on Vulcan solid rocket motor program
Northrop Grumman took another charge for the solid rocket boosters it provides for the Vulcan Centaur and suggested updated motors might not be ready until the end of the year.
Gaganyaan Mission: Launch Schedule & Human Crew Updates
Get the latest updates on India's premier crewed space program, Gaganyaan. Discover details about astronaut training, escape systems, and upcoming uncrewed test flights.
Commercial Space Federation (CSF) Welcomes Three New Associate Members
Washington, D.C.— July 21, 2026 —The Commercial Space Federation (CSF) is pleased to welcome Overview Energy, Loft Orbital, and Star Catcher as new associate members — companies advancing space-based energy, […]
Chandrayaan-3 Success: The Polar Soft Landing
An in-depth analysis of how ISRO successfully executed the Chandrayaan-3 landing at the Moon's South Pole, exploring scientific data collected by Pragyan.