India Launches Seven University Space Labs To Train Future Rocket Scientists And Satellite Engineers

India is preparing to establish seven space laboratories across universities and colleges, marking a significant step in nurturing the next generation of rocket scientists, satellite engineers, and mission designers, according to a report by India Today.The initiative was reviewed by Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh, who emphasised that

April 27, 2026
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ISRO Expands Astronaut Cadre To Include Civilian STEM Experts For Gaganyaan And Future Crewed Missions, To Fly Only From Fourth Mission

India’s astronaut cadre is set to undergo a significant transformation as the Indian Space Research Organisation prepares to open future missions to civilian participation, reported Chetan Kumar of TOI.This marks a decisive shift in the country’s approach to human spaceflight, moving beyond the initial focus on safety and technology validation towards building a sustained astronaut pool for

April 27, 2026
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Drone401: India’s Tactical Multi-Role UAV for Scalable Precision Operations

Drone401, developed under the Bharat Supply & Support Alliance, represents a significant stride in India’s tactical unmanned aerial systems.It is a reverse-engineered multi-role UAV designed to fulfil diverse operational requirements, ranging from intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance to first-person-view situational awareness and precision payload deployment.The platform is

April 27, 2026
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India’s Military Calls For Private Sector Push To Build More Military Satellites; Says Can’t Depend On ISRO Alone

India’s top military leadership has underlined the urgency of expanding the country’s satellite presence, stressing that space is no longer simply an enabler but a decisive domain in future warfare.Speaking at the DefSpace Symposium 2026, organised by the Indian Space Association, senior commanders emphasised that India cannot depend on a single entity such as ISRO to meet the demands of modern

April 27, 2026
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Skyroot’s Vikram-1 Set For June Launch, Pioneering India’s First Private Orbital Mission

Hyderabad-based space start-up Skyroot Aerospace has flagged off its Vikram-1 rocket to Sriharikota, marking a decisive step towards India’s first privately built orbital mission.The company is targeting a June launch window, which would represent a historic milestone for the country’s emerging private space sector.The space-ready payload fairing, designed to protect satellites during flight, was

April 26, 2026
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IAF Launches MBC-3 To Drive Collaborative Drone-Based Surveillance Radar Innovation

The Indian Air Force has launched the third edition of the Mehar Baba Competition, known as MBC-3, with the theme “Collaborative Drone-Based Surveillance Radars.”This initiative is designed to encourage innovation in advanced drone and radar technologies. Registration for the competition will commence on 27 April 2026, and meritorious participants will receive development funding from the Indian

April 25, 2026
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Aerosys Aviation Delivers Shaurya Drone To IIT-Kanpur, Boosting Research and Surveying Capabilities

Noida-based Aerosys Aviation has achieved a significant milestone with the delivery of its first Shaurya drone to IIT-Kanpur.This professional-grade platform is equipped with advanced payloads, including LiDAR, multispectral, and thermal imaging systems, making it a versatile tool for precision data collection.The integration of these technologies allows the drone to perform high-precision

April 25, 2026
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Skyroot Aerospace Completes Phase-3 Electrical Tests of Vikram-1 Rocket, Edging Closer To Launch

Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace has achieved a significant milestone with the successful completion of the Integrated Electrical Test Campaign, marking Phase 3 of the pre-launch testing sequence for its Vikram-1 rocket.This campaign is a critical step in validating the electrical systems of the launch vehicle, ensuring that all subsystems function seamlessly together under simulated launch

April 25, 2026
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Maraal Aerospace’s Tejasvaan Solar UAV Marks Breakthrough In Indigenous Long-Endurance Surveillance

Noida-based Maraal Aerospace has achieved a significant milestone with the successful flight test of its Tejasvaan solar-powered Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. This marks a major step forward in indigenous, long-endurance, eco-sustainable, and intelligence-led surveillance technology.The solar-electric drone is designed to deliver more than 12 hours of flight time, making it suitable for defence,

April 24, 2026
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Astrobase Space Technologies Unveils India’s First Private FFSC Engine Test Facility, Paving Way For Reusable Launch Vehicles

India’s private space sector has reached a significant milestone with Astrobase Space Technologies unveiling a 21.5-acre test facility in Andhra Pradesh.This facility is equipped with a test stand capable of handling 200 tons, or 2,000 kN, of upward thrust, marking a major leap in indigenous space infrastructure.The site has been purpose-built to test the company’s 80-ton, or 800 kN, Full-Flow

April 24, 2026
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