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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has carved a unique niche in the global spacefaring community, renowned for its cost-effective and innovative missions. Here's a glimpse into ISRO's journey and its recent achievements:
Established in 1969, ISRO has steadily climbed the ladder of space exploration. It boasts a robust launch vehicle portfolio, including the reliable Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the heavy-lift Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV). This self-reliance significantly reduces mission costs compared to relying on foreign launch services.
2023 marked a monumental year for ISRO. The pinnacle was undoubtedly the successful first-ever soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon's uncharted South Polar region. This mission, lauded for its technical complexity and budgetary efficiency, placed India at the forefront of lunar exploration.
ISRO's ambitions extend beyond lunar exploration. The Gaganyaan mission, currently under development, aims to send the first Indian astronauts to space by 2024. Additionally, ISRO actively contributes to global space endeavors, collaborating with various international agencies on projects like the Aditya-L1 mission, studying the Sun's corona.
ISRO's future endeavors are ambitious. They plan interplanetary missions to Venus and Mars, further solidifying their place as a key player in the global space race. Additionally, they focus on developing reusable launch vehicles and human spaceflight capabilities, pushing the boundaries of space exploration.
ISRO's journey exemplifies the power of innovation and cost-effectiveness in achieving remarkable feats in space exploration. As they continue their stellar journey, the world eagerly awaits their next groundbreaking contributions to unlocking the mysteries of the cosmos.
Established in 1969, ISRO has steadily climbed the ladder of space exploration. It boasts a robust launch vehicle portfolio, including the reliable Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the heavy-lift Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV). This self-reliance significantly reduces mission costs compared to relying on foreign launch services.
2023 marked a monumental year for ISRO. The pinnacle was undoubtedly the successful first-ever soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon's uncharted South Polar region. This mission, lauded for its technical complexity and budgetary efficiency, placed India at the forefront of lunar exploration.
ISRO's ambitions extend beyond lunar exploration. The Gaganyaan mission, currently under development, aims to send the first Indian astronauts to space by 2024. Additionally, ISRO actively contributes to global space endeavors, collaborating with various international agencies on projects like the Aditya-L1 mission, studying the Sun's corona.
ISRO's future endeavors are ambitious. They plan interplanetary missions to Venus and Mars, further solidifying their place as a key player in the global space race. Additionally, they focus on developing reusable launch vehicles and human spaceflight capabilities, pushing the boundaries of space exploration.
ISRO's journey exemplifies the power of innovation and cost-effectiveness in achieving remarkable feats in space exploration. As they continue their stellar journey, the world eagerly awaits their next groundbreaking contributions to unlocking the mysteries of the cosmos.
ISRO NEWS
JAXA mission onboard H3 rocket fails at second stage
December 24, 2025 9:13 am
Japan is developing the H3 series of rockets meant for carrying the heaviest payloads into space.
ISRO conducts fresh tests to check parachute systems to bring back Gaganyaan astronauts
December 20, 2025 11:51 pm
During two exercises conducted on December 18 and 19, the space agency tested the ability of the drogue parachutes to work in extreme conditions. The test saw successful “reefed opening” of the parachutes, according to the agency.
Students should go beyond ‘Bookworm’ tag, says ISRO Chairman V Narayanan
November 26, 2025 10:25 am
The meeting was led by Tamil Nadu's School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the meeting, Narayanan stressed the need for value-based education.
Space tech meets city planning: ISRO to help Greater Noida spot encroachers on govt land
November 20, 2025 1:43 pm
Officials at GNIDA said this initiative will integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) with two of ISRO's high-resolution Cartosat-3 and Cartosat-2 series satellites to detect, analyse and report encroachments every two months.
ISRO conducts crucial Parachute Test for Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission
November 13, 2025 9:18 am
“The test evaluated the system’s structural integrity and load distribution under asymmetric disreceiving conditions,” said ISRO officials.
Can Gaganyaan remain stable if one of the parachutes fails to open on time? ISRO conducts test to find out
November 12, 2025 5:44 am
ISRO conducts ‘integrated main parachute airdrop test’ for the Gaganyaan mission at Babina Field Firing Range in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
Knowledge Nugget: ISRO launches India’s heaviest communication satellite — a must-read for UPSC exam
November 03, 2025 11:55 am
UPSC CSE 2026 Science & Tech : ISRO recently launched CMS-03, a powerful communication satellite. How does this launch demonstrate ISRO’s growing strategic autonomy and technological independence? What is the ‘Bahubali’ upgrade in ISRO’s LVM3 launch vehicle? Here’s all you need to know.
5 stories you must read today, November 2: From Army chief's 'Trump' remark to ISRO satellite launch and more
November 02, 2025 7:17 pm
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ISRO to launch its heaviest satellite CMS-03 today: 6 things you need to know
November 02, 2025 11:47 am
The previous LVM3 mission was the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3, during which India became the first country to successfully land near the lunar South Pole in 2023, according to ISRO.
ISRO Rocket Launch Today Live Updates: Communication satellite CMS-03 successfully placed in intended orbit, mission successfully accomplished
November 02, 2025 8:07 pm
ISRO LVM3–M5 CMS-03 Rocket Launch Today News Live Updates: This is the first time ISRO has put a satellite weighing more than 4,000 kg in the distant geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO) from the Indian soil.
ISRO PHOTOS
ISRO’s LVM3-M6 rocket successfully launches BlueBird Block-2 communications satellite
December 24, 2025 2:35 pm
ISRO successfully launched its heavy-lift LVM3-M6 ‘Bahubali’ rocket from Sriharikota, placing the US-built BlueBird Block-2 communications satellite into its intended low Earth orbit, marking a key commercial milestone for India’s space programme
Post Chandrayaan-3 glory, India's first solar mission Aditya L-1 takes off
September 02, 2023 9:34 pm
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Saturday successfully launched the observatory that will study the Sun from 1.5 million kilometres away. Indians across the world lauded the space agency's second big-ticket science mission on the heels of Chandrayaan-3.
India's Moon rise: ISRO scripts history as Chandrayaan-3 lands on lunar surface
August 23, 2023 10:22 pm
ISRO launches its entry in small satellite launch vehicle market with SSLV-D2 rocket
February 10, 2023 1:56 pm
This week in pictures: From Liz Truss' resignation to ISRO's historic satellite launch
October 23, 2022 2:52 pm
From ISRO's historic launch of 36 satellites to Liz Truss resigning from the British prime ministerial post, here are the most compelling pictures of the week from around the world.
ISRO recruitment 2020 for 12th pass: How to apply
February 17, 2020 4:14 pm
ISRO recruitment 2020: A total of 182 vacancies are advertised under this recruitment drive. Interested can apply at the official website, ursc.gov.in till March 6
2020 will be the year of Chandrayaan-3 and Gaganyaan: Everything to know
January 02, 2020 7:31 pm
ISRO is working on both the Chandrayaan-3 and Gaganyaan in 2020. However, the launch of Chandrayaan-3 might be pushed back to 2021.
Hiring in ISRO: Apply to get Rs 45,000 per month
September 06, 2019 3:42 pm
A total of 86 vacancies are available for the posts of Human Space Flight Center (HSFC). To be eligible for the job, candidates will have to appear for a written test followed by skill test
Chandrayaan-2: All the images clicked by ISRO's second lunar mission in its journey so far
September 06, 2019 6:03 pm
Here are all pictures clicked by ISRO's Chandrayaan-2 mission in its journey so far.
ISRO's Chandrayaan-2: All photos sent by India's second lunar mission so far
August 23, 2019 5:04 pm
The first image of the Moon taken by Chandrayaan-2 was released by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Thursday. Here are all the images taken by India's second lunar mission so far.
ISRO VIDEOS
How Does The GSLV Launch Make India A Unique Space Power ?
June 22, 2020 7:01 pm
''Selfie'' Footage Released By ISRO Of What Happened After PSLV-C37 Rocket Launch
June 22, 2020 7:10 pm
ISRO’s Reusable Launch Vehicle Test: All You Need To Know
May 24, 2016 11:13 am
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