ISRO

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has carved a unique niche in the global spacefaring community, renowned for its cost-effective and innovative missions. Here's a glimpse into ISRO's journey and its recent achievements:

Established in 1969, ISRO has steadily climbed the ladder of space exploration. It boasts a robust launch vehicle portfolio, including the reliable Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the heavy-lift Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV). This self-reliance significantly reduces mission costs compared to relying on foreign launch services.

2023 marked a monumental year for ISRO. The pinnacle was undoubtedly the successful first-ever soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon's uncharted South Polar region. This mission, lauded for its technical complexity and budgetary efficiency, placed India at the forefront of lunar exploration.

ISRO's ambitions extend beyond lunar exploration. The Gaganyaan mission, currently under development, aims to send the first Indian astronauts to space by 2024. Additionally, ISRO actively contributes to global space endeavors, collaborating with various international agencies on projects like the Aditya-L1 mission, studying the Sun's corona.

ISRO's future endeavors are ambitious. They plan interplanetary missions to Venus and Mars, further solidifying their place as a key player in the global space race. Additionally, they focus on developing reusable launch vehicles and human spaceflight capabilities, pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

ISRO's journey exemplifies the power of innovation and cost-effectiveness in achieving remarkable feats in space exploration. As they continue their stellar journey, the world eagerly awaits their next groundbreaking contributions to unlocking the mysteries of the cosmos.

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The Axiom-4 crew of (left to right) Shubhanshu Shukla, Peggy Whitson, Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski, and Tibor Kapu. (Credit: AP)

Why Axiom-4 mission keeps getting delayed: Timeline of setbacks, new launch date

June 23, 2025 4:41 pm

Here is a timeline of all the delays that have stalled the Axiom-4 mission so far, and the reasons behind each one.

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ISRO readies SpaDeX-2 mission to dock satellites in elliptical orbit

June 22, 2025 7:40 am

The ability to join two satellites in space, known as docking, is critical for India’s upcoming Chandrayaan-4 mission and the proposed Bharatiya Antariksh Station, the country’s planned space station.

The Axiom-4 team comprising Shubhanshu Shukla, Peggy Whitson from the US, Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland and Tibor Kapu from Hungary.

Axiom-4 Mission: Why India's Shubhanshu Shukla is still not in space, the reasons behind the delays

June 20, 2025 4:59 pm

With an initial launch date of May 29, the mission has been postponed several times, owing to problems in the electrical harness of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft that was to carry the astronauts, a liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon-9 rocket, inclement weather in the flight path, and repairs needed to fix leaks in ISS’s Zvezda module.

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After multiple delays, Axiom-4 mission carrying India's Shubhanshu Shukla to finally launch on June 19, says ISRO

June 14, 2025 12:22 pm

Shubhanshu Shukla is set to create history through the Axiom-4 mission by being the second Indian astronaut to go to space.

Axiom-4 mission: Indefinite delay due to leak on ISS, not oxygen leak on launch vehicle

June 14, 2025 9:11 am

“The revised launch schedule will be announced by NASA and Axiom after the activities and technical reviews are satisfactorily completed,” the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said in a statement.

Along with 'gajar ka halwa' and 'aamras,' Shubhanshu Shukla will also be carrying moong dal halwa and rice to the space

ISRO prepares Indian cuisine for space; astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to carry ‘aamras,’ ‘gajar ka halwa’ on Axiom-4 mission

June 11, 2025 2:06 pm

These meals, designed by ISRO and DRDO, were originally created for India’s Gaganyaan mission but are now being used for international space travel.

Axiom-4 mission delay update: Axiom Mission 4 crew members Tibor Kapu of Hungary, ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, and ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski of Poland

Axiom-4: Weather favourable, Shubhanshu Shukla space mission set for liftoff today

June 11, 2025 5:15 am

The Ax-4 mission is using Dragon spacecraft and Falcon 9 rocket of SpaceX for the trip to the ISS, the world’s largest private space company

Explained: ‘Realising the return’— how an Indian became part of Axiom-4

June 10, 2025 6:08 am

Shortly after the Artemis Accords were signed, Axiom Space, a private US-based space company, invited India to participate in its mission to the ISS

Expert Explains: Why Axiom-4 matters

June 10, 2025 11:32 am

Globally, the space market is worth about $500 billion, and is expected to double by the year 2030. India, despite being a major spacefaring nation, accounts for a just 2% share of this market

Axiom-4, piloted by Shubhanshu Shukla, delayed; launch June 11

June 10, 2025 3:38 am

India now has its own human spaceflight mission in the works — the rocket has been human rated, the crew escape systems and parachutes have been tested in various conditions

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People gather to witness launch of ISRO solar mission, Aditya-L1

Post Chandrayaan-3 glory, India's first solar mission Aditya L-1 takes off

September 02, 2023 9:34 pm

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Saturday successfully launched the observatory that will study the Sun from 1.5 million kilometres away. Indians across the world lauded the space agency's second big-ticket science mission on the heels of Chandrayaan-3.

India's Moon rise: ISRO scripts history as Chandrayaan-3 lands on lunar surface

August 23, 2023 10:22 pm

ISRO launches its entry in small satellite launch vehicle market with SSLV-D2 rocket

February 10, 2023 1:56 pm

This week in pictures: From Liz Truss' resignation to ISRO's historic satellite launch

October 23, 2022 2:52 pm

From ISRO's historic launch of 36 satellites to Liz Truss resigning from the British prime ministerial post, here are the most compelling pictures of the week from around the world.

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ISRO recruitment 2020 for 12th pass: How to apply

February 17, 2020 4:14 pm

ISRO recruitment 2020: A total of 182 vacancies are advertised under this recruitment drive. Interested can apply at the official website, ursc.gov.in till March 6

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2020 will be the year of Chandrayaan-3 and Gaganyaan: Everything to know

January 02, 2020 7:31 pm

ISRO is working on both the Chandrayaan-3 and Gaganyaan in 2020. However, the launch of Chandrayaan-3 might be pushed back to 2021.

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Hiring in ISRO: Apply to get Rs 45,000 per month

September 06, 2019 3:42 pm

A total of 86 vacancies are available for the posts of Human Space Flight Center (HSFC). To be eligible for the job, candidates will have to appear for a written test followed by skill test

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Chandrayaan-2: All the images clicked by ISRO's second lunar mission in its journey so far

September 06, 2019 6:03 pm

Here are all pictures clicked by ISRO's Chandrayaan-2 mission in its journey so far.

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ISRO's Chandrayaan-2: All photos sent by India's second lunar mission so far

August 23, 2019 5:04 pm

The first image of the Moon taken by Chandrayaan-2 was released by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Thursday. Here are all the images taken by India's second lunar mission so far.

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Countdown for Chandrayaan-2 begins in Sriharikota

July 14, 2019 1:37 pm

With Chandrayaan-2, India will become only the fourth country to land a spacecraft on moon. So far, all landings, human as well as non-human, have been in areas close to the equator of the moon.

ISRO VIDEOS

News Top 5: Sushma Swaraj Rebuts Donald Trump, ISRO Launches Heaviest Satellite And More

June 22, 2020 7:01 pm

How Does The GSLV Launch Make India A Unique Space Power ?

June 22, 2020 7:01 pm

''Selfie'' Footage Released By ISRO Of What Happened After PSLV-C37 Rocket Launch

June 22, 2020 7:10 pm

ISRO’s Reusable Launch Vehicle Test: All You Need To Know

May 24, 2016 11:13 am

Will go after other targets if no peace, says Trump as US strikes 3 nuclear sites in Iran

WorldJune 25, 2025

President Donald Trump said that the United States military had struck three nuclear-related facilities in Iran, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict and a direct American role in efforts to dismantle Tehran’s infrastructure. The strikes represent the most significant direct US military action against Iranian territory in years and come amid rising regional tensions.

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