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The Inand Gaganyaan Missiondian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the Integrated Main Parachute Airdrop Test (IMAT), marking a crucial milestone in preparations for India’s first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, which is scheduled for Q1 2027. The successful test reinforces ISRO’s human-rating protocols and strengthens astronaut safety preparedness. Integrated Main Parachute Airdrop Test (IMAT) About IMAT The Integrated Main Parachute Ai

AviSpray-10c

AvironiX Drones, a Chennai-based deep-tech drone company, has recently announced the launch of AviSpray-10c, a next-generation agricultural spraying drone aimed at improving precision farming and reducing operational costs for Indian farmers. About AviSpray-10c The AviSpray-10c is a compact, backpack-sized agricultural spraying drone that is 53% smaller than most drones in the current generation. It has been developed by AvironiX Drones, a company focused on precision agriculture and

Solar Storm

India’s first solar observatory, Aditya-L1, has played a crucial role in helping scientists understand the unusual behaviour of the strongest solar storm in over two decades, which struck Earth in May 2024, according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). What is a Solar Storm? A solar storm is a sudden release of energy, charged particles, magnetic fields, and solar material from the Sun into the solar system. These events are driven by intense solar activity and are

Blue Corner Notice

The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) has recently issued a Blue Corner Notice against the missing owners of a nightclub in Goa following a deadly fire incident. The notice was issued to assist Indian investigating agencies in locating the individuals and verifying their identities through international cooperation. Meaning of a Blue Corner Notice A Blue Corner Notice, also referred to as an Enquiry Notice, is an international alert issued by INTERPOL to collect inf