Exploring the Proba-3 Mission: Revolutionizing Solar Studies with ISRO and ESA

The Proba-3 mission is the latest addition to ESA's Project for On-Board Autonomy (Proba) series, which showcases advanced space technologies. Its predecessors, Proba-1 (2001) and Proba-2 (2009), also focused on cutting-edge Earth observation and solar studies.

Introduction On December 4, 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission from Sriharikota using its trusted PSLV rocket. This groundbreaking mission is a significant milestone in space science and technology, aiming to study the Sun’s corona — the outermost and hottest layer of its atmosphere. What … Read more

ISRO’s Successful Pushpak Reusable Landing Vehicle (RLV) LEX 02 Experiment

Pushpak- Reusable Landing Vehicle (RLV) LEX 02 landing experiment

Why in news? In a significant stride towards advancing space exploration, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has recently achieved a notable milestone with the successful testing of the Pushpak Reusable Landing Vehicle (RLV) LEX 02 in Chitradurga, Karnataka. This groundbreaking experiment marks a pivotal moment in India’s space endeavors and holds promising implications for … Read more

Mission Divyastra: Key to India’s Nuclear Capability

The successful launch of Mission Divyastra by Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks a significant milestone in India's nuclear capability.

Why in news? India has joined a small group of countries that use MIRV technology. The Divyastra test indicates that India has mastered the technology for tiny warheads.The successful launch of Mission Divyastra by Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks a significant milestone in India’s nuclear capability. This is the first flight test of the indigenously … Read more

India Achieves Milestone: Makes Strides in Eliminating Kala Azar in 2023

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Why in news India has taken a significant stride towards eradicating Kala Azar, the second deadliest parasitic disease in the country after malaria. In 2023, India successfully met the goal of reporting fewer than one case per 10,000 people in all regions. Decline in Kala Azar Cases in India: In 2023, India reported 595 cases … Read more

Cabinet Committee approves ₹19,000 crore Navy deal for BrahMos missiles

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Why in news? In a significant advancement for the Indian Navy, the Cabinet Committee on Security has approved the procurement of more than 200 BrahMos missiles, extended-range supersonic cruise missiles for deployment on its naval vessels. BrahMos Aerospace: Advancements, Strategic Deals, and Global Expansion BrahMos Aerospace and its Capabilities: BrahMos Aerospace is a joint venture … Read more

India’s farm subsidies under WTO Scrutiny

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Why in News? The Cairns Group recently asserted that there is substantial government subsidy for India’s public stockholding (PSH) scheme. They contend that food security in other nations is compromised and global food prices are distorted by India’s farm support. India is under more pressure as a result to abide with WTO rules pertaining to … Read more