OneWeb currently delivers internet services from space in countries located above 50 degrees north latitude. The total number of oneWeb satellites in space will reach 600, the number required to go commercially live. OneWeb is backed by the British government.
OneWeb is one step away from completing its constellation of over 600 low earth orbit satellites. The company has launched internet from space services in countries located above 50 degrees north latitude. This last launch with ISRO/NSIL will mark over 600 satellites in space.
The first batch of 36 OneWeb satellites was launched from Sriharikota on October 23 last year. OneWeb is one step away from completing its constellation of over 600 low earth orbit satellites. This last launch with ISRO/NSIL will mark over 600 satellites in space, which is the number needed to go commercially live.
India is working on a space tourism program to launch soon. The wealthy will be able to wear space suits, board rocket-powered modules, and travel to space by 2030.
The last date to register for ISRO YUVIKA 2023 is April 30, 2023. The registration process will be done online and students will be required to register themselves on-- isro.gOv.in.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman said that work is in progress around India's very own space tourism module. He said that the module is both safe and reusable.
OneWeb's 17th satellite launch is set to take place later this month with ISRO/NSIL. OneWeb has connectivity solutions active in key geographies across the world.
The US air force landed in Bengaluru on friday and handed over NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) to the Indian space agency. @ISRO receives NISAR on a @USAirforce C-17 from @NASAJPL in California, setting the stage for final integration of the Earth observation satellite. It is expected to be launched in 2024 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh.
The 1000-kg megha-Tropiques-1(MT1) was launched in 2011. It was designed for an operational life of three years. The satellite performed for more than a decade (until 2021).
A senior official of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said the training is part of the future engagement. The proposed training is not for the astronauts who are part of India's first human space mission.
The moon race between the u.s. And Russia ended decades ago. From observing the farthest galaxy from Earth (GN-z11) to shifting the orbit of an asteroid, scientists reached many new milestones in 2023.
Karnataka BJP leader CT Ravi compared PM Narendra Modi and France president Emmanuel Macron after a video of the latter consoling a disheartened French team after they lost the 2022 FIFA World Cup final to Argentina. Ravi shared a picture of Modi consoling former ISRO chief K Shivan - in 2019 after the national space agency lost contact with the Vikram moon lander.
Elon Musk's SpaceX successfully launched 40 satellites for competing communications company OneWeb. The launch occurred just several miles from the same pad where Apollo astronauts blasted off for the moon, the last time on 7 December 1972. The next two dedicated launches with SpaceX are planned through the spring of next year, in addition to another launch with ISRO.
Antriksh Jigya, which translates to Space Curiosity, is a new digital platform that the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has unveiled. It is intended to serve as a knowledge hub for applicants interested in learning about space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The portal is made to assist students by providing cutting-edge e-learning material.
RISAT-2 was launched on 20 April 2009 by PSLV-C12 launch vehicle. It weighted only about 300 kg and landed at 12.06 am (IST) on re-entry, there were no fuel left in the satellite.
RISAT-2 made an uncontrolled re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere at the predicted impact point in the Indian Ocean near Jakarta on October 30. The satellite carried 30 Kg of fuel for an initial designed life of four years.
Onto a Rocket Ship is a biography of former ISRO scientist Dr B N Suresh. He was deeply involved in the development of Indian launch vehicles for the last four decades. His son, sunil, is the author.
GSLV MkIII - renamed for this mission as LVM3 M2 - successfully placed 36 satellites of oneWeb into orbit. The 43.5 metre tall and weighing 644 ton rocket blasted off from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 12.07 a.m.
A plan is being made to ramp up production of the LVM3 rocket to four or five per year. There is a shortage of rockets to launch satellites, says ISRO chairman.
The ISRO is set to launch 36 broadband communication satellites aboard launch vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) this is the first commercial mission for ISRO’s heaviest launcher. Also, the payload mass of 5,796 kg would be the most. The contract between newSpace India Limited (NSIL) and the united kingdom-based ‘OneWeb’ for the launch is said to be “a key milestone”
The movie is based on the real-life story of the ISRO scientist, Nambi Narayanan. This is the first time in Indian cinema history that one character is played by two different people and that too in the lead.
Hughes will provide the HTS broadband using the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO’s) GSAT-11 and GSAT-29 satellites. New service should be able to provide high-speed internet to remote locations and enable solutions like Wi-Fi hotspots for community internet access.
Hughes Communication India (HCI) has collaborated with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) to launch its first high throughput satellite (HTS) broadband internet service. The company has promised to deliver high-speed satellite broadband service to remote locations across india from the desolate part of leh Ladakh to the northeastern part of India.
Hughes Communications India has partnered with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to bring the country’s first satellite internet service. The service aims to deliver high-speed broadband across the country, including in the most remote areas beyond the reach of terrestrial networks.
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) had to halt its space missions in the past two years due to the pandemic. After two years of lull, ISRO has announced five space missions by 2025. Aditya-L1 will study the outer layers of the Sun and the various phenomena surrounding it. Chandrayaan-3 will be ISRO's third lunar mission and it will be aiming to make the second landing on the Moon. XPoSAT will be studying X-ray polarization in space and how it affects the upper atmosphere and satellites.
R Madhavan's Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is enjoying a dream run at the box office. The film has become the first Indian film to reach a historical number of 10,000 NFTs claimed. Rocketry is based on the life of the former rocket scientist at ISRO.
The actor is basking in the success of his recently released film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. He portrayed the character of Nambi Narayanan exploring the hidden truths and struggles that the ISRO scientist had to go through after he was falsely accused of espionage. On July 17, 2022, Madhavan took to his twitter handle and gave a shoutout to his son Vedaant.
Former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan and Bollywood actor R Madhavan spoke to Republic's Arnab Goswami on the Nation Wants To Know. They discussed the conspiracies that have happened in India, especially in the space sector. The actor said foreign countries prioritize their own country in every aspect and 'India needs to learn that'
R Madhavan played the role of Nambi Narayan, a former rocket scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) who was falsely accused of espionage and arrested in 1994 for leaking sensitive information related to India’s space developments to foreign representatives. The actor said that the former ISRO scientist has fought his case right up to the Supreme Court.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is based on the ISRO scientist who was arrested in 1994 on false charges of espionage. Actor R Madhavan reveals what he asked him about his 'inhuman' side of his life. Narayanan appeared at Republic Media Network's Nation Wants to Know program as chief guest.
Ex-ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan says he felt it was more necessary to prove his innocence than highlight his contributions to the nation. 'I never thought it is necessary for me to boast about it. It is not necessary to talk about things I have achieved, I do not want the world to know'
Nambi Narayanan has been making headlines across the country following the release of the R Madhavan-starrer Rocketry. The film is based on the former ISRO scientist's life. Speaking exclusively with Republic TV's Arnab Goswami on Nation Wants to Know, he said the movie beautifully portrayed his contributions to India.
Nambi Narayanan was accused of stealing rocket secrets from ISRO. The scientist said that 'probability-wise', India would have made cryogenic technology perfect as originally planned. Actor R Madhavan said when allegations were made only a few countries were offering to launch satellites in space.
The CBI has argued that it has to question Siby Mathews in custody to retrieve crucial evidence about the alleged conspiracy. Mathews is accused of conspiring to frame ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan and others in an espionage case in 1994. The CBI had claimed the possibility of a larger conspiracy involving foreign powers had stalled the technology to develop the cryogenic engine by decades.
Rocketry Exclusive: 'The Nambi Effect Justifies My Life' Says Nambo Narayanan. 'Every time you Google Nambu Narayanans, it gives results of the ISRO spy case' 'His contribution to the country at the cost of his life is immeasurable', says R. Madhavan.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect hit the theatres across the world on July 2. The movie traces the life of a former ISRO scientist and aerospace engineer who was accused of espionage. R Madhavan's film has managed to pull the audience to the cinemas.
For the first time in the country, private entities can now also own Imaging satellites under the Space Policy 2022. Earlier such imaging satellites were only owned by the ISRO and Defence Ministry. ISRO Chairman Dr S Somanath said that the government wants to reform the space sector.
Dr Somnath also added that private entities can own, develop and launch rockets as well as build a launch pad. ISRO Chairman Dr Somanath said the small satellite launch vehicle (SSLV) will be launched by month’s end or in the beginning of August. FDI will be regulated and government permission is required if it's over 70 per cent.
The government has come out with a policy to encourage participation of private companies in technology as part of reforms in the field. The government would consult with industries and startups to strengthen the eco systems under the public-private partnership in infrastructre, remote-sensing and development of new technology.
The movie is about the life and struggles of the country's eminent scientist, Dr. Nambi Narayanan. He was a senior scientist in the ISRO and later was alleged of being involved in espionage. The real-life hero and the much talked about Indian Aerospace Scientist spoke candidly about his views on the film.
Actor-filmmaker Madhavan has shared unseen moments from premiere of his directorial debut Rocketry: The Nami Effect at Cannes Film Festival. In the tweet, he has thanked Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman, who is clearly impressed with his talents as a storyteller. The movie is inspired by the real-life events that happened to former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan.
R Madhavan's Rocketry: The Nambi Effect received words of encouragement from superstar Rajinikanth. The biographical drama is based on the life of former ISRO scientist. The 3 Idiots star thanked the Thalaivaa star for his kind words in a video.
Rajinikanth praised R Madhavan on his directorial debut Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. The actor said the film must be shown to the youth of the country. Rocketry was released in theatres on July 1. The film is based on the life of former ISRO scientist who was falsely charged with espionage.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect was released in theatres with Aditya Roy Kapur’s Rashtra Kavach OM on July 1. The biographical drama based on former ISRO scientist Dr.NAmbi Narayanan scored decent business over the first weekend. The film showed an upward trend over the opening weekend.
Shah Rukh Khan and Ranbir Kapoor posed with R Madhavan and former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan on the sets of Rocketry. The two actors also posed with filmmakers Karan Johar and Ayan Mukerji on the set of the film.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect had a better opening in theatres than other films such as Vikram and Valimai. The film is based on the life of former ISRO scientist, who was falsely charged with espionage in 1994. Rocketry is the maiden directorial venture of actor R Madhavan.
The Indian Express’ UPSC weekly news express covers some of the most important topics of current affairs news from this week to help you prepare for UPSC-CSE. Besides placing three Singaporean satellites in precise orbit, ISRO also successfully launched the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module or ‘POEM’
The actor essayed the titular role of former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan in the film Rocketry. The movie portrays the life of Narayan in 1994 when he was the head of ISRO’s cryogenics branch and was jailed in an espionage case. The film has been shot simultaneously in Tamil, Hindi and English.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect will be released on July 1, 2022. The movie is based on the life of Padma Bhushan recipient Dr Namni Narayanan, a former rocket scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) The film was shot simultaneously in Tamil, Hindi, and English.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is a biopic on the life of former ISRO scientist. The film has released in theatres today and looks like netizens are in awe of it. Apart from helming the drama, he has also played the titular character in the flick.
Rashtra Kavach OM also stars Sanjana Sanghi and Aditya Roy Kapoor. The film is based on the life of ISRO scientist Dr. Nambi Narayanan. It also stars Jackie Shroff and Ashutosh Rana in key roles.
PM Narendra Modi congratulates IN-SPACe and ISRO for successfully launching two payloads of Indian start-ups in space by PSLV C53 mission. On Thursday, PSLV-C53 placed three Singapore satellites -- DS-EO, NeuSAR and SCOOB-1 -- in intended orbit of 570 km. Confident that many more Indian companies will reach Space in near future.
