Science & Tech

October 16, 2023 4:00 PM

Gaganyaan: First Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission scheduled for October 21

ISRO is gearing up for a significant Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission, a critical part of its ambitious Gaganyaan human space mission. This test is scheduled to take place this Saturday between 7 am and 9 am, according to an announcement by the space agency. The Test Vehicle being used is a sing...

October 15, 2023 6:32 PM

PM Modi expresses happiness over French astronaut Pesquet’s visit to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his happiness at the visit of French astronaut, Thomas Pesquet, to India. In a post shared on social media platform X, he extended a warm welcome to Thomas Pesquet and applauded his firsthand experience of India's youthful vibrancy, especially in the field...

October 11, 2023 10:39 AM

Quantum technology promises green hydrogen revolution

Innovative quantum technology was unveiled recently that has potential to revolutionize green hydrogen production on a massive scale. Developed by the Green Keplerate Team at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), this innovation promises to enhance the production of green hydrogen. In a ceremony at BHU...

October 9, 2023 9:27 AM

Aditya-L1 performs 16-second trajectory correction as it moves closer to Sun

The Aditya-L1 spacecraft, India’s first solar mission, performed a 16-second trajectory correction maneuver (TCM), according to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). This maneuver followed the Trans-Lagrangean Point 1 Insertion (TLII) maneuver performed on September 19, which required tra...

October 6, 2023 11:15 AM

India eases drone pilot requirements to boost aerial innovation

In a move aimed at promoting inclusivity in drone piloting, India's Ministry of Civil Aviation has unveiled the Drone (Amendment) Rules 2023. These rules, effective since September 27, 2023, enable citizens to pursue drone piloting by presenting any government-issued identity and address proof....