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Celestis to Send Human Ashes Beyond the Moon on Deep-Space Memorial Flight in 2026
Celestis, a Texas-based pioneer of space memorial services, is preparing its next deep-space mission, Infinite Flight, scheduled for late 2026. Launched aboard Stoke Space’s fully reusable Nova rocket from Cape Canaveral, the mission will carry cremated remains and DNA samples beyond the Moon into a permanent solar orbit. Part of Celestis’s Voy...
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ISRO Plans Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota in Four Years to Support Heavier Satellites
ISRO is developing a third launchpad at its Sriharikota spaceport to support heavier satellites and next-generation launch vehicles. The facility is expected to be commissioned within four years and will strengthen India’s ability to handle future crewed and uncrewed missions. The expansion reflects ISRO’s long-term plans to scale up launch cap...
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Russia Plans To Build Nuclear Plant On Moon By 2036, US Wants To Do It First
Russia plans to put a nuclear power plant on the moon in the next decade to supply its lunar space programme and a joint Russian-Chinese research station, as major powers rush to explore the earth's only natural satellite.
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OnePlus Announces OxygenOS 16 With AI Productivity Suite, Cross-Ecosystem Connectivity With Apple Watch
OnePlus has announced its Android 16-based operating system dubbed OxygenOS 16. It introduces a suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features linked to creativity, efficiency, and productivity. The update includes improved Plus Key and Mind Space features. As per company, there are comprehensive customisation capabilities, with fluid animations fo...
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World Students' Day 2025: How India Celebrates Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's Vision
World Students Day: The observance pays tribute to Dr Kalam's pathbreaking work in India's space and defence programmes, which earned him the title "Missile Man of India."
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ISRO To Launch Half-Humanoid Vyommitra On Gaganyaan Mission In December
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chief V. Narayanan, interacting with the media on Thursday in Coimbatore, mentioned that a half-humanoid called Vyommitra, instead of a human being, will be sent this December.
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NASA’s Artemis Prepares Crews for Future Mars Missions
NASA’s Artemis programme goes beyond Apollo by planning longer lunar missions to test spacecraft, life-support, and logistics for Mars. With Gateway, lunar ice harvesting, and global partnerships, Artemis aims to simulate deep-space challenges. These lessons will directly guide future crewed journeys to the Red Planet and beyond.
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Indian-American Amit Kshatriya Appointed NASA's New Associate Administrator
A decorated Indian-American Amit Kshatriya has been named as NASA's new 'exploration-focussed' associate administrator, the US space agency announced here.
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"Discussed His Plan With Gaganyaan": Rajnath Singh On Meeting Shubhanshu Shukla
After a successful mission to the International Space Station (ISS), Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Thursday met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during which they discussed his space journey, the vital experiments he undertook in orbit.
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"Allow Parliament To Felicitate" Shubhanshu Shukla: Kiren Rijiju To Opposition
Union Kiren Rijiju appealed to Opposition parties to allow Parliament to felicitate Axiom-4 Mission Pilot and IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, along with Indian scientists, for the country's recent success in space exploration.
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"I'm In Space, You Can't Reach Me": Minister Jokes As Opposition Interrupts Speech
Lok Sabha held a special discussion on India's first astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and the critical role of the country's space programme in achieving the vision of "Viksit Bharat (Developed India)" by 2047.
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Parliament Monsoon Session Highlights: Lok Sabha Honours Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla
A special discussion titled “India’s First Astronaut Aboard the International Space Station — Critical Role of Space Programme for Viksit Bharat by 2047” was scheduled for today.
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How ISRO Is Touching Lives: Parliament To Debate Space Programmes Today
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), once a modest initiative launched from a church in a fishing village in Thumba, Kerala, has now become a global symbol of frugal innovation and technological excellence.
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Parliament To Hold Special Session On Shubhanshu Shukla's Space Mission
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was given a grand welcome as he arrived in New Delhi, the Lok Sabha will hold a special discussion on India's space journey and Shukla's historic mission aboard the ISS.
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Shubhanshu Shukla Back In India Tomorrow, May Meet PM On Monday: Sources
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, astronaut and India's 21st century space hero, may meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi this Monday and apprise him of his experiences that will help India in its maiden human spaceflight programme, sources said.
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Celestis to Send Human Ashes Beyond the Moon on Deep-Space Memorial Flight in 2026
Celestis, a Texas-based pioneer of space memorial services, is preparing its next deep-space mission, Infinite Flight, scheduled for late 2026. Launched aboard Stoke Space’s fully reusable Nova rocket from Cape Canaveral, the mission will carry cremated remains and DNA samples beyond the Moon into a permanent solar orbit. Part of Celestis’s Voy...
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ISRO Plans Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota in Four Years to Support Heavier Satellites
ISRO is developing a third launchpad at its Sriharikota spaceport to support heavier satellites and next-generation launch vehicles. The facility is expected to be commissioned within four years and will strengthen India’s ability to handle future crewed and uncrewed missions. The expansion reflects ISRO’s long-term plans to scale up launch cap...
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Russia Plans To Build Nuclear Plant On Moon By 2036, US Wants To Do It First
Russia plans to put a nuclear power plant on the moon in the next decade to supply its lunar space programme and a joint Russian-Chinese research station, as major powers rush to explore the earth's only natural satellite.
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OnePlus Announces OxygenOS 16 With AI Productivity Suite, Cross-Ecosystem Connectivity With Apple Watch
OnePlus has announced its Android 16-based operating system dubbed OxygenOS 16. It introduces a suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features linked to creativity, efficiency, and productivity. The update includes improved Plus Key and Mind Space features. As per company, there are comprehensive customisation capabilities, with fluid animations fo...
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World Students' Day 2025: How India Celebrates Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's Vision
World Students Day: The observance pays tribute to Dr Kalam's pathbreaking work in India's space and defence programmes, which earned him the title "Missile Man of India."
-
ISRO To Launch Half-Humanoid Vyommitra On Gaganyaan Mission In December
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chief V. Narayanan, interacting with the media on Thursday in Coimbatore, mentioned that a half-humanoid called Vyommitra, instead of a human being, will be sent this December.
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NASA’s Artemis Prepares Crews for Future Mars Missions
NASA’s Artemis programme goes beyond Apollo by planning longer lunar missions to test spacecraft, life-support, and logistics for Mars. With Gateway, lunar ice harvesting, and global partnerships, Artemis aims to simulate deep-space challenges. These lessons will directly guide future crewed journeys to the Red Planet and beyond.
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Indian-American Amit Kshatriya Appointed NASA's New Associate Administrator
A decorated Indian-American Amit Kshatriya has been named as NASA's new 'exploration-focussed' associate administrator, the US space agency announced here.
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"Discussed His Plan With Gaganyaan": Rajnath Singh On Meeting Shubhanshu Shukla
After a successful mission to the International Space Station (ISS), Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Thursday met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during which they discussed his space journey, the vital experiments he undertook in orbit.
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"Allow Parliament To Felicitate" Shubhanshu Shukla: Kiren Rijiju To Opposition
Union Kiren Rijiju appealed to Opposition parties to allow Parliament to felicitate Axiom-4 Mission Pilot and IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, along with Indian scientists, for the country's recent success in space exploration.
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"I'm In Space, You Can't Reach Me": Minister Jokes As Opposition Interrupts Speech
Lok Sabha held a special discussion on India's first astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and the critical role of the country's space programme in achieving the vision of "Viksit Bharat (Developed India)" by 2047.
-
Parliament Monsoon Session Highlights: Lok Sabha Honours Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla
A special discussion titled “India’s First Astronaut Aboard the International Space Station — Critical Role of Space Programme for Viksit Bharat by 2047” was scheduled for today.
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How ISRO Is Touching Lives: Parliament To Debate Space Programmes Today
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), once a modest initiative launched from a church in a fishing village in Thumba, Kerala, has now become a global symbol of frugal innovation and technological excellence.
-
Parliament To Hold Special Session On Shubhanshu Shukla's Space Mission
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was given a grand welcome as he arrived in New Delhi, the Lok Sabha will hold a special discussion on India's space journey and Shukla's historic mission aboard the ISS.
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Shubhanshu Shukla Back In India Tomorrow, May Meet PM On Monday: Sources
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, astronaut and India's 21st century space hero, may meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi this Monday and apprise him of his experiences that will help India in its maiden human spaceflight programme, sources said.
