The Indian space agency ISRO is taking gradual steps towards demonstrating vertical landing, and re-use of rocket stages... Known as project ADMIRE, this is a step towards making India's future rockets cost-effective and enabling rapid turnaround time... For more on this, WION's Sidharth.M.P spoke to Dr. Unnikrishnan Nair, the Director of ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, which builds India's space transportation systems...

WION EXCLUSIVE | ISRO Is Working On Vertical Landing Rockets

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is preparing to head to space as part of the Ax-4 mission. His recent training involved simulating space like low pressure conditions to prepare for emergencies in orbit.

ISRO's Shubhanshu Shukla goes through toughest space training for Ax-4 mission! Know all about it

Space capability plays a major role in contemporary warfare. The recent conflict between India and Pakistan is yet another reminder of how India's space program supports the military's warfighting capabilities. Be it air, land, or the sea, all theaters of warfare were influenced and enhanced by space capabilities at all times.

Operation Sindoor: ISRO chief offer insights into role of satellites in operation

India's premise space agency is sure is gearing up for two highprofile space missions over the next two months Indian Air Force fighter pilot group captain Shubanshu Shukla will fly to the International Space Station in May as part of the Axiom 4 mission.

Indian astronaut Shubanshu Shukla to fly to ISS aboard Axiom-4

ISRO has made a groundbreaking advancement in weather forecasting by developing a system for the early prediction of lightning events over India. Using lightning signature data from INSAT-3D, this breakthrough enhances now-casting accuracy, helping to save lives and mitigate risks.

ISRO develops advanced system for early lightning prediction over India

The Indian Space Research Organisation is gearing up for an action-packed 2025, with a series of landmark missions lined up. Fresh off its 100th launch, ISRO has set its sights on even more ambitious goals. They range from the uncrewed Gaganyaan mission to cutting-edge advancements in space docking and rocket technology.

ISRO Chief Speaks To WION, Shares 2025 Plans

Indian space agency ISRO is presently working on two Lunar missions - Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5. Both of them are robotic missions to explore the moon and map its resources. Such missions pave the way for an eventual Indian crewed moon landing in the coming decades. For more details on Chandrayaan-4 and its progress, WION's Principal Correspondent Sidharth.M.P spoke to ISRO Chief Dr. V. Narayanan.

ISRO arm to launch American satellite, earn millions

After becoming the first country to achieve a soft landing on the Moon's south pole region, India plans to launch a fifth lunar probe carrying a 25-kilogram rover, in collaboration with Japan's JAXA.

India: Centre Approves Chandrayaan-5 Moon Mission

New thermal readings from India’s lunar mission suggest the south pole may hold more accessible ice, offering hope for future space exploration. Watch this report for more details!

India's Chandrayaan-3 mission uncovers hidden water network on lunar surface

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched their GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02 at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, marking ISRO's 100th rocket mission.

Indian Space Research Organisation accomplishes milestone 100th rocket launch

ISRO's GSLV launch is an exciting moment for us: V Narayan

India's space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), on Wednesday (Jan 29) achieved the historic milestone of 100 launches from its Sriharikota spaceport after successfully firing the GSLV-F15 rocket carrying the NVS-02 satellite. Watch in for more details!

Indian space agency accomplishes milestone 100th rocket launch

ISRO accomplishes milestone 100th rocket launch

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has started the countdown for its landmark 100th mission from Sriharikota. This milestone marks a significant achievement in India’s space exploration journey, with the mission expected to highlight ISRO’s growing capabilities.

ISRO begins countdown for historic 100th mission from Sriharikota | What to expect?

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has captured detailed satellite images of the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/maha-kumbh" rel="dofollow">Maha Kumbh</a> 2025, the world's largest religious gathering, in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.
The images released by ISRO show the extensive infrastructure, including the layout of tent cities, roads, and numerous pontoon bridges constructed at the Triveni Sangam.&nbsp;
The images have been captured by EOS-04 (RISAT-1A) &lsquo;C&rsquo; band microwave satellite, with its all-weather capability and fine resolution (FRS-1, 2.25 m).
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maha-kumbh-2025-over-159-million-devotees-take-dip-in-sangam-braving-chilly-weather-on-day-9-8639616" rel="dofollow">Maha Kumbh 2025: Over 1.59 million devotees take dip in Sangam, braving chilly weather on day 9</a>
Further, the time series images captured by the satellites showed the construction of Shivalay Park, which is spread across 12 acres of land.&nbsp;
Shivalay Park is an India-shaped park in Prayagraj and is a major attraction of Maha Kumbh.&nbsp;
However, the images captured on three separate dates show the construction of the landmark.&nbsp;
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maha-kumbh-2025-massive-fire-breaks-out-at-maha-kumbh-mela-in-indias-prayagraj-50-tents-burnt-8635110" rel="dofollow"> Maha Kumbh mela fire: Tents, huts gutted in India's Prayagraj; UP CM Adityanath visits site</a>
The combined time-series images from September 15, 2023, and December 29, the satellite highlights the event's development.&nbsp;
Moreover, three-time series images also showed the Prayagraj Sangam and the zoomed section of the River Ganges showing temporary pontoon bridges.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri shared some of these images on X, saying, "The Indian Space Research Organisation has released stunning images of the Maha Kumbh Mela as seen from space."
Dr Prakash Chauhan, Director of the NRSC, explained, &ldquo;The radarsat was used as it could image the region through the cloud band that enveloped Prayagraj.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-praises-election-commission-maha-kumbh-on-first-mann-ki-baat-of-2025-8634884" rel="dofollow">PM Modi praises Election Commission, Maha Kumbh on first &lsquo;Mann Ki Baat&rsquo; of 2025</a>
Notably, the UP administration is using these images to control potential disasters and manage crowd control.
<h2>MahaKumbh to outshine Oktoberfest, Rio Carnival</h2>
The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is set to surpass some of the largest global events, including Rio Carnival, Germany's Oktoberfest, and Haj.&nbsp;
The Maha Kumbh 2025 is expected to witness over 450 million devotees, including 1.5 million foreign tourists, according to the government.&nbsp;
According to UP government officials, the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 surpasses the Rio Carnival&rsquo;s 70 lakh visitors, Oktoberfest&rsquo;s 72 lakh, and the 25 lakh attendees of Haj.
Moreover, the attendance numbers of the devotees are also projected to surpass the combined populations of major countries like the US and Canada.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news, trending: The images released by ISRO show the extensive infrastructure, including layout of tent cities, and numerous pontoon bridges constructed at the Sangam. 

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has captured detailed satellite images of the ongoing Maha Kumbh 2025, the world's largest religious gathering, in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. The images released by ISRO show the extensive infrastructure, including the layout of tent cities, roads, and numerous pontoon bridges constructed at the Triveni Sangam. The images have been captured by EOS-04 (RISAT-1A) ‘C’ band microwave satellite, with its all-weather capability and fine resolution (FRS-1, 2.25 m). Also read: Maha Kumbh 2025: Over 1.59 million devotees take dip in Sangam, braving chilly weather on day 9 Further, the time series images captured by the satellites showed the construction of Shivalay Park, which is spread across 12 acres of land. Shivalay Park is an India-shaped park in Prayagraj and is a major attraction of Maha Kumbh. However, the images captured on three separate dates show the construction of the landmark. Also read: Maha Kumbh mela fire: Tents, huts gutted in India's Prayagraj; UP CM Adityanath visits site The combined time-series images from September 15, 2023, and December 29, the satellite highlights the event's development. Moreover, three-time series images also showed the Prayagraj Sangam and the zoomed section of the River Ganges showing temporary pontoon bridges. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri shared some of these images on X, saying, "The Indian Space Research Organisation has released stunning images of the Maha Kumbh Mela as seen from space." Dr Prakash Chauhan, Director of the NRSC, explained, “The radarsat was used as it could image the region through the cloud band that enveloped Prayagraj.” Also read: PM Modi praises Election Commission, Maha Kumbh on first ‘Mann Ki Baat’ of 2025 Notably, the UP administration is using these images to control potential disasters and manage crowd control. MahaKumbh to outshine Oktoberfest, Rio Carnival The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is set to surpass some of the largest global events, including Rio Carnival, Germany's Oktoberfest, and Haj. The Maha Kumbh 2025 is expected to witness over 450 million devotees, including 1.5 million foreign tourists, according to the government. According to UP government officials, the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 surpasses the Rio Carnival’s 70 lakh visitors, Oktoberfest’s 72 lakh, and the 25 lakh attendees of Haj. Moreover, the attendance numbers of the devotees are also projected to surpass the combined populations of major countries like the US and Canada. (With inputs from agencies)

ISRO captures before-and-after satellite images of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 site

ISRO has completed the docking of satellites under its Space Docking Experiment - SpaDex mission. ISRO has released a video of successful docking on social media.

ISRO successfully conducts space-docking test under SpaDex mission

Indian Union Cabinet approved the establishment of a third launch pad on Thursday at Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)'s Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota. Watch this report for more details!

Indian Cabinet approves a third launchpad at ISRO's Sriharikota

Indian Union Cabinet Approves third launchpad for ISRO at Sriharikota

During the morning hours of Thursday, January 16, the Indian space agency succeeded in mechanically attaching (docking) two satellites flying at velocities over 28,000kmph, almost 470kms above Earth. India became the fourth nation - and the fifth space agency when we factor in European Space Agency - to achieve such space docking.

ISRO's SpaDeX mission: India fifth in elite list to perform space docking

ISRO's SpaDeX Mission: India Docks Satellites In Space, Enters Elite Club Of Nations

During the morning hours of Thursday, January 16, the Indian space agency succeeded in mechanically attaching (docking) two satellites flying at velocities over 28,000kmph, almost 470kms above Earth. Docking is an enabling technology that is crucial to transfer humans, cargo or fuel from one spacecraft to another. India's ambitions of returning samples from the moon (Chandrayaan-4) and building the country's own space station require mastery over docking technology. So far, only the US, Russia, Europe, and China have performed space docking, and India joins that elite list with the successful execution of ISRO's SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission.

ISRO's SpaDeX Mission: India Becomes Fourth Country To Achieve Satellite Docking In Space

The Indian government has appointed a new chief for the Indian space agency ISRO. Dr. V. Narayanan, who currently serves as the Director of ISRO's rocket and satellite engine development facility, will take charge from January 14th, barely a week from now. Dr. V. Narayanan will succeed incumbent ISRO Chairman Dr. S. Somanath, who has delivered stellar success over the last three years.

Meet New ISRO Chief: Dr. V Narayanan to succeed S Somanath

New ISRO Chief Dr. V Narayanan to take over from S Somnath on Jan 14

V Narayanan Appointed New Space Secretary & ISRO Chief, Will Take Over From S Somanath

ISRO achieves a significant milestone by successfully germinating cowpea seeds in space within four days, demonstrating plant growth in microgravity conditions.

ISRO successfully germinates cowpea seeds in space in just four days under microgravity

In almost a week from now, India's twin SPADEX satellites will dock in space... This is a feat that only US, Russia, China and Europe have done so far... Docking is crucial technology that enables both robotic missions and human spaceflight missions... To understand the technology behind docking and the challenges involved, WION's Sidharth.M.P spoke to the Director of ISRO's satellite building facility

India: ISRO's SPADEX Mission To Perform Docking By Jan 10th

ISRO is looking forward to an exciting 2025 with at least 10 rocket launch missions planned. The Indian space agency is also working towards ramping up the ability to produce rockets and components to match the growing requirements.

ISRO To Perform 10 Launches In 2025

ISRO's PSLV-C60 rocket successfully launched the SpaDex satellite, designed for an important space docking experiment. This mission marks a significant achievement in India’s space exploration efforts, advancing research in space technology and docking capabilities.

ISRO Successfully Launches SpaDeX Mission For Space Docking

After wrapping up 2024 with the launch of India's space docking experiment, ISRO is now heading to a busier 2025... ISRO is looking at more than 10 launches in the New Year... This also includes the maiden test flight of India's astronaut-carrying Gaganyaan rocket... For insights into what ISRO has lined up for 2025, WION's Sidharth. M.P speaks to ISRO Chief Dr. S. Somanath

ISRO Planning Over 10 Launches In 2025

ISRO Successfully Launches Critical Space Docking Mission

ISRO Successfully Launches SpaDeX for Crucial Space Docking Experiment

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