Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO): News
ISRO satellite detects sharp drop in equatorial Pacific marine productivity
The Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) Oceansat-3 has detected a sharp drop in marine productivity in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
ISRO tests upgraded engine to boost LVM3 rocket's payload capacity
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully tested its CE20 cryogenic engine at an upgraded thrust of 220kN.
ISRO, ESA might collaborate in human spaceflight and lunar exploration
The European Space Agency (ESA) is set to discuss potential collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in human spaceflight and lunar exploration.
'Baseless and incorrect': ISRO dismisses privatization rumors
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has clarified that there are no plans to privatize the space agency or reduce its role in the wake of ongoing space-sector reforms.
ISRO's EOS-05 completes first orbit-raising manoeuvre, advancing toward geosynchronous orbit
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has announced that its Earth Observation Satellite (EOS-05) has successfully completed a major orbit maneuver.
ISRO employees' unions raise concerns over privatization of space sector
Nine employee organizations representing thousands of Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) staff have sought clarification from the Department of Space (DoS) over the government's plan to increase private sector participation in India's space industry.
Gaganyaan's first uncrewed launch by year-end, says ISRO chief
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a busy phase with multiple upcoming missions.
ISRO successfully launches India's first geo-orbit imaging satellite
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the EOS-05 Earth observation satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
India's first high-altitude imaging satellite launches on September 4
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to launch its GSLV-F17 rocket with EOS-05, an advanced Earth observation satellite.
Did ISRO's NISAR mission predict ice-rock avalanche in Nepal?
The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission had provided critical evidence of ground deformation, weeks before the deadly 2026 ice-rock avalanche in the Nepal-Tibet Himalayas.
ISRO gearing up for major comeback after 2 setbacks
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for a major comeback mission after an eight-month hiatus.
India to build its own space station by 2035
India is gearing up to build its own space station by 2035, ISRO Chairman Dr. V Narayanan announced on Sunday.
National Space Day: India celebrates achievements in space exploration
India is celebrating National Space Day on August 23, in honor of the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.
ISRO to launch an uncrewed Gaganyaan mission by December
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a major milestone in its history.
ISRO to stop making rockets, satellites in the future
India's space program is undergoing a major transformation as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) prepares to hand over the manufacturing of launch vehicles and routine satellites to private companies.
Aditya-L1 sheds light on why Sun's corona is so hot
ISRO's Aditya-L1 mission, India's first solar observation project in space, has made significant contributions to understanding one of the most puzzling mysteries in astrophysics: why is the Sun's outer atmosphere (the corona) millions of degrees hotter than its surface?
ISRO's upgraded booster clears test, increasing payload capacity by 100kg
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully tested an upgraded version of the first-stage solid booster for its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).
NASA wants ISRO to join its lunar base program
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has been invited by NASA to participate in its Moon Base program.
Indian start-up successfully tests its 'tow trucks' for satellites
Bengaluru-based deep-tech start-up Aule Space has made a major breakthrough by testing its relative guidance, navigation and control (GNC) technology at ISRO's Rendezvous Simulation Laboratory (RSL).
ISRO's ₹986cr satellite launch complex in TN to be privatized
IN-SPACe has begun the process of privatizing operations and management of the ₹986 crore Small Satellite Launch Complex (SLC) at Kulasekarapattinam, Tamil Nadu.
Government clearance delay halts ISRO's 2 major satellite launches
India's space program has hit an unexpected snag, with two key satellites, NVS-03 and GISAT-1A, awaiting government approval for launch.
Key subsystems of Bharatiya Antariksh Station are now being designed
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially started designing key subsystems for the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS), India's first indigenous space station.
ISRO opens 746 jobs as staff shortage hits 25-year high
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched a massive recruitment drive, opening applications for 746 positions.
Software glitch, signal loss: Thrilling moments behind Vikram-1's maiden flight
Skyroot Aerospace co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana has revealed the behind-the-scenes challenges of India's first successful private orbital mission.
ISRO will now start research on bioastronautics
The Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) have launched a postdoctoral fellowship in bioastronautics.
Reliance Jio's satellite internet project gets key approval
Reliance Jio has received technical approval from India's space regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), for its ambitious plan to deploy a constellation of 1,600 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.
Centre tightens exit rules for ISRO scientists amid growing resignations
The Indian government has tightened its resignation policy for scientists at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
ISRO now 1 step closer to sending humans to space
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has cleared three key qualification tests for the Gaganyaan mission, India's first human spaceflight program.
ISRO conducts successful parachute test for Gaganyaan mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a major test of the main parachutes for the crew module of its Gaganyaan program.
ISRO successfully conducts ground test for Gaganyaan mission's rocket
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully conducted the first ground test of the solid motor for its experimental Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE).
Satellite-guided jet landing takes place in India for 1st time
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has successfully conducted a satellite-based landing system (SLS) approach on a jet engine aircraft for the first time in India.
Will ISRO's Gaganyaan mission be delayed?
The timeline for India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission has been pushed back.
Meet N Jayan, new director of ISRO's Liquid-Propulsion Systems Centre
Eminent aerospace engineer N Jayan has been appointed as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), a key facility under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
ISRO just successfully tested a new propulsion system
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a hot test of its semi-cryogenic engine power head at 88% of its target thrust.
Why ISRO, Jal Shakti ministry will sign an MoU tomorrow
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Ministry of Jal Shakti are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
India's deep-space missions might get a Russian boost soon
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has held technical talks with Russia's space agency Roscosmos in Moscow.
ISRO may send civilians to space in future Gaganyaan missions
In a major development, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning to open its astronaut corps to civilians. The move comes as part of the agency's long-term human spaceflight program.
ISRO finishes India's land use mapping: Why it matters
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced its successful completion of high-resolution land use mapping for the entire country.
ISRO to launch G20 satellite for climate monitoring in 2027
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for the launch of a unique satellite in 2027.
ISRO clears 2nd air drop test for Gaganyaan mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully completed a key test as part of its Gaganyaan mission preparations.
ISRO conducting mission MITRA in Ladakh: What's the objective?
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched a new mission in Ladakh, aimed at testing the mental and physical strengths of astronauts.
ISRO planned 7 launches by March. 6 didn't happen
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has missed six major mission deadlines, which were supposed to be completed by March 2026.
Why Europe's Starlink rival is in talks with ISRO
Eutelsat, the leading competitor to Elon Musk's Starlink in Europe, is in talks with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for future satellite launches.
We finally know what ISRO's reusable rockets will be like
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has taken another major step in its reusable rocket program.
Meet Agasthya-1: Ex-ISRO scientists building rocket targeting 24-hour launch readiness
Surat-based Bharath Space Vehicle (BSV), a start-up founded by former Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) scientists, is working on a new rocket called Agasthya-1.
How NavIC disruption is affecting India's defense readiness
India's Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system is facing a major setback, as the last working atomic clock on board the IRNSS-1F satellite stopped functioning on March 10.
ISRO gearing up for SPADEX-2, SPADEX-3 missions: What's the objective?
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for two advanced orbital docking experiments, SPADEX-2 and SPADEX-3.
ISRO conducts successful hot test of CE20 cryogenic engine
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a hot test of its advanced CE20 cryogenic engine at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.
India's indigenous navigation satellite system just suffered a major setback
India's indigenous navigation satellite system, the Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC), has suffered a major setback.
ISRO, European Space Agency sign pact on Earth observation missions
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has signed a new agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) to strengthen their collaboration on Earth observation missions, ISRO announced on Saturday.
Worried about future after his death, ex-ISRO employee strangles wife
A retired Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) employee, Nageshwar Rao, has been arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Sandhya Shri, at their apartment in Bengaluru.
ISRO debris found in Maldives, likely from 2025 rocket launch
A large piece of rocket debris, bearing the logo of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), was recently found on a remote island in the Maldives.
ISRO facing staff shortage with over 2,600 posts vacant
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is grappling with a major staff shortage, with 2,613 positions lying vacant across its scientific and administrative wings.
ISRO's GISAT-1A satellite to launch soon: What we know
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up to launch its next geo-imaging satellite, GISAT-1A.
Gaganyaan in 2027, crewed Chandrayaan missions by 2028: ISRO chief
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for a series of ambitious space exploration missions.