India Opens Next Chapter in Space: HAL to Lead Small Satellite Launch with SSLV Tech Transfer In a landmark move aimed at energizing India’s commercial space sector, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has selected Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to take forward the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) programme through a full-scale technology transfer from ISRO. The decision follows an extensive and competitive evaluation process that marks one of the most comprehensive transfers of launch vehicle technology in India’s space history. With this, HAL will now independently build, own, and operate SSLVs—ushering in a new era of…
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India Achieves Major Breakthrough in Quantum Secure Communication India has taken a major step in quantum communication with a new demonstration by DRDO and IIT Delhi. The trial showed successful free-space quantum secure communication using quantum entanglement over a distance of more than one kilometre. Quantum Leap in Secure Data Sharing This experiment was conducted at the IIT Delhi campus under the DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence (DIA-CoE). Researchers achieved a secure key rate of around 240 bits per second. The quantum bit error rate stayed below 7%. These results prove the potential of quantum entanglement for real-time secure communication. The…
India Space Congress 2025 to Attract Global Space Leaders and Investors The 4th edition of the India Space Congress (ISC 2025) is scheduled to take place from June 25 to 27, 2025, in New Delhi, drawing more than 1,000 key stakeholders from over 40 countries. Organized by SIA-India, the event is poised to be India’s premier space industry gathering, attracting top government officials, global investors, defence strategists, and space technology pioneers. With the theme “Pioneering Innovation in Space Tech: India’s Journey Towards Global Partnerships,” ISC 2025 arrives at a pivotal moment for India’s growing role in space diplomacy and strategic…
FAA Grants SpaceX Launch Approval After Previous Test Failures The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the next launch of SpaceX Starship rocket. This decision comes after a thorough review of safety measures following two previous test failures earlier this year. The upcoming flight, known as Starship Flight 9, could take place as early as Tuesday, 27 May, depending on weather conditions and SpaceX’s preparations. Starship, standing at 400 feet (122 metres), is central to future US space missions. However, its recent back-to-back failures in January and March drew international attention. Debris from these tests landed in areas including…
Major financial blow as court dismisses appeal by Vodafone Idea India’s Supreme Court has dismissed plea made by Vodafone Idea to waive over $5 billion in dues to the government. This decision marks a significant setback for the troubled telecom provider, which is already facing a heavy debt burden and declining financial stability. Vodafone Idea has struggled to pay its spectrum and revenue-sharing dues since a 2019 court ruling expanded the definition of adjusted gross revenue (AGR). This widened the scope of what counts as revenue, increasing the dues owed by telecom operators. Impact on Vodafone Idea greater than Bharti…
China’s Humanoid Robots Meant to Aid, Not Replace, Human Workers China’s Humanoid robots are not intended to replace human jobs, according to a senior official at a major tech hub in Beijing. Liang Liang, a deputy director at the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, made this clear during an interview with foreign media on Friday. He emphasised that the growing robotics sector, despite state support and rapid expansion, will focus on improving productivity. According to Liang, robots are best suited for tasks that are dangerous or too demanding for humans. “We don’t believe robots will cause unemployment,” he said. “Instead, they’ll…
Japan Expresses Continued Commitment to US Lunar Efforts Japan has pledged support for the United States’ more cost-effective lunar missions, following a proposed $6 billion budget cut to NASA. This significant reduction could impact the Artemis programme, which aims to return astronauts to the moon. The Artemis project, initiated during former President Donald Trump’s first term, includes international partners such as Japan, the European Space Agency (ESA), and Canada. It has developed into a large-scale mission to send astronauts to the lunar surface for the first time since 1972. Hiroshi Yamakawa, President of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), stated…
Mexico Investigates Killing of Beauty Influencer as Femicide Authorities in Mexico are investigating the murder of Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old beauty influencer, who was shot dead while livestreaming on TikTok. President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed on Thursday that the country’s top security officials are actively involved in the probe. Attack Caught on Livestream Marquez was in a beauty salon in Zapopan, Jalisco, when a man entered and fatally shot her. Seconds before the attack, she appeared concerned during her livestream, mentioning that someone had earlier arrived with an “expensive gift” for her. She was not present at the time and said…
UK-Based Firm Gains Major Backing for Satellite Development British space technology firm Space Forge has raised £22.6 million ($29.8 million) in a new funding round led by the NATO Innovation Fund. The announcement, made on Wednesday, highlights strong investor interest in the fast-growing space sector. Founded in 2018, Space Forge specialises in manufacturing advanced materials in space. These materials have potential applications in various high-tech industries, including semiconductors. The newly secured funds will support the company’s next phase of satellite development. Expanding Space Economy Draws Global Investment The global space industry is expanding rapidly, driven by competition among the US,…
Media Briefing Scheduled for Ax-4 Mission Launch Updates NASA will participate in a media teleconference hosted by Axiom Space on Tuesday, 20 May, at 10:30 a.m. EDT. The discussion will focus on the upcoming Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), the fourth private astronaut flight to the International Space Station (ISS). The briefing will feature several key speakers, including Dana Weigel, the manager of NASA’s ISS Programme, and Allen Flynt, Axiom Space’s chief of mission services. Other participants are Sarah Walker from SpaceX, Sergio Palumberi of the European Space Agency, Aleksandra Bukała from the Polish Space Agency, and Orsolya Ferencz representing HUNOR,…