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April 28, 2026 7:12 PM

Jitendra Singh lays foundation for Rs 75 crore new facility at Indian Institute of Astrophysics

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a ₹75 crore state-of-the-art additional building at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bengaluru, marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s capabilities in astronomy and space science. The upcoming seven-storey facility, with a built-up area of nearly one lakh square feet, is expected to serve as a key scientific hub, supporting advanced research, modern laboratories, classrooms, and conference inf...

April 8, 2026 10:27 PM

Global experts gather in Bengaluru for SMOPS-2026 conference on space mission operations

The second edition of the international conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations (SMOPS-2026) commenced in Bengaluru on Tuesday, bringing together global space agencies, scientists, industry leaders and researchers to deliberate on the future of space mission management. The three-day conference, themed “Innovative Operations for Smart and Sustainable Space Mission Management - Next Generation,” is being jointly organised by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Astronautical So...

January 21, 2026 10:13 PM

Educational institutions key to nation-building: Vice President Radhakrishnan

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday underscored the pivotal role of educational institutions in nation-building, stating that India is steadily emerging as a creator of technology rather than merely an adopter. Addressing the Silver Jubilee celebrations of the CMR Institute of Technology (CMRIT) in Bengaluru as the Chief Guest, the Vice-President congratulated the institution on completing 25 years of service in technical education. He described the Silver Jubilee as not just a mile...

December 30, 2025 1:38 PM

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu inaugurates DHRUV-NG helicopter in Bengaluru

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Tuesday inaugurated DHRUV-NG, the next-generation civil helicopter, at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru. HAL Chairman and Managing Director Dr D.K. Sunil was also present on the occasion. The minister flagged off the inaugural flight of the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) DHRUV-NG, a civil variant of the indigenous helicopter showcased by HAL at the Aero India 2025 air show. According to HAL, the DHRUV-NG is a 5.5-tonne light twi...

November 30, 2025 5:50 PM

India unveils indigenous Hansa-3 NG trainer aircraft; reviews plan for 19-seater SARAS Mk-2

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Saturday launched the production version of India’s indigenous Hansa-3 NG pilot trainer aircraft at CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) in Bengaluru. He also reviewed ongoing work on the 19-seater SARAS Mk-2 aircraft and inaugurated multiple aerospace facilities aimed at strengthening India’s civil and defence aviation ecosystem. The Hansa-3 NG, India’s first all-composite two-seat trainer, has been designed...

August 22, 2025 3:12 PM

Safety concerns force ICC to move Women’s World Cup matches from Bengaluru to Navi Mumbai

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced that five matches of the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup will be moved from Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy stadium to Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil stadium. The decision follows the Karnataka Cricket Association’s (KCA) inability to secure police approval to host matches at Chinnaswamy stadium, after a stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2025 victory celebrations in June left 11 people dead and more than 50 injured. A gover...

August 10, 2025 5:50 PM

Success of Operation Sindoor rooted in Make in India: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attributed the success of Operation Sindoor to the power of technology and Make in India defence initiative. Addressing a gathering in Bengaluru, PM Modi called the city a “symbol of New India’s rise,” blending philosophical heritage with technological prowess. He hailed Karnataka’s talent, particularly Bengaluru’s youth, for their role in the country’s advancements in sectors ranging from IT to defence manufacturing. Referring to the recent O...

August 10, 2025 3:21 PM

Bengaluru: PM Modi takes Metro ride with students, engages in candid conversation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday took a 19.15-kilometre ride from R.V. Road (Ragigudda) Metro Station to Bommanahalli Metro Station after inaugurating Bengaluru’s Yellow Line Metro services. During the journey, he interacted with girl students, women, Metro workers, and staff. Among those accompanying him were eight children, 16 girl students from government schools, and eight workers who had contributed to the Yellow Line Metro project. Later, the Prime Minister sat with Chief Ministe...

August 10, 2025 4:53 PM

PM Modi purchases Metro ticket, flags off Yellow Line services in Bengaluru

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Yellow Line Metro services at the R.V. Road (Ragigudda) Metro Station on Sunday, connecting Bengaluru’s Central District to the tech hub of Electronics City. Before entering the platform, he purchased a ticket by scanning the QR code at the station. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and officials from Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) briefed PM Modi about the project. The Prime Minister then flagged...

August 10, 2025 4:46 PM

PM Modi flags off three Vande Bharat trains in Bengaluru

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday flagged off three Vande Bharat Express trains at the Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna (KSR) Railway Station in Bengaluru. He inaugurated the new Vande Bharat service between Bengaluru and Belagavi in Karnataka and boarded the train, interacting with students and children on board. At the inauguration venue, he greeted railway staff and waved to commuters. The Prime Minister also flagged off two other Vande Bharat services - Amritsar to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ...