Shubhanshu Shukla Set to Return to Earth After Historic Mission on ISS

New Delhi – Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS), is scheduled to return to Earth today after completing an 18-day mission as part of the Axiom-4 (AX-4) private spaceflight.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla undocks from ISS, begins journey back home

New Delhi - After spending 18 days on the International Space Station (ISS), Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Monday has begun his journey towards Earth. On June 26, Shukla became the first Indian to reach the orbital lab. He also became the…

ISRO Moves Closer to Gaganyaan Mission with Successful Key Engine Development

New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone for its ambitious Gaganyaan Mission by successfully developing a crucial engine for the spacecraft's Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS).

India Equipped to Manufacture and Supply HIV Diagnostics and Medicines Globally: Expert

New Delhi – India has the capacity to manufacture affordable, high-quality HIV diagnostics and medications, and to supply them globally, said Dr. Ishwar Gilada, Secretary General of People’s Health Organisation (India), on Friday. His remarks come…

Indian Space Regulator Approves Elon Musk’s Starlink Services for 5 Years

New Delhi – The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has granted a five-year authorisation to Elon Musk’s Starlink, clearing the final regulatory hurdle for the satellite internet service to begin operations in India.

ISRO Successfully Conducts Two Hot Tests of Gaganyaan Service Module Propulsion System

New Delhi – In a significant milestone for India’s human spaceflight programme, ISRO has successfully carried out two hot tests of the Gaganyaan Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS). These tests mark a crucial step forward in the Gaganyaan…

‘No Palm Oil’ Label is a Marketing Gimmick, Not a Health Fact: IFBA

New Delhi – The Indian Food and Beverage Association (IFBA) has criticized the growing trend of labeling consumer products as “No Palm Oil,” calling it misleading and merely a marketing gimmick rather than a genuine health concern.

In a statement…

AI Decodes Gut Bacteria to Unlock New Health Insights

Tokyo — In a groundbreaking study, researchers at the University of Tokyo have used a specialised form of artificial intelligence (AI), known as a Bayesian neural network, to analyse gut bacteria in ways that existing tools have struggled to achieve.

1 in 4 School-going Adolescents at Risk of Mental Health Issues: Study

New Delhi — A new study has revealed that one in every four school-going adolescents is at risk of developing mental health disorders, highlighting the urgent need for early intervention.

The research, conducted by the Indira Gandhi Medical…

Defence Ministry Approves Purchase of India-Made Military Equipment Worth ?1.05 Lakh Crore

New Delhi- The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved 10 major proposals for the purchase of military equipment worth approximately ?1.05 lakh crore, all of which will be sourced domestically.

According…