Author: Huma Siddiqui

Turning Satellite Intelligence into Real-World Impact India’s private space-tech sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with private players driving innovation at an unprecedented pace—particularly in the downstream segment that deals with Earth Observation (EO), analytics, and real-time applications. With the sector projected to reach a staggering USD 610 billion by 2031, the space economy is rapidly becoming a magnet for entrepreneurs, investors, and technologists. At the centre of this momentum is a wave of government reforms—spearheaded by initiatives such as IN-SPACe and the National Geospatial Policy—that are opening new frontiers for private enterprises. In an exclusive conversation with StratNewsGlobal, Krishanu…

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore have safely returned to Earth after an unexpected nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Initially slated for an eight-day stay, their mission was extended due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, which experienced thruster malfunctions and helium leaks, rendering it unfit for the return journey. In response to these challenges, NASA collaborated with SpaceX to facilitate the astronauts’ return. The SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, propelled by the reliable Falcon 9 rocket, was deployed for the rescue mission. The capsule successfully docked with the ISS before beginning the carefully calculated…