100 MISSIONS
Cabinet approves Rs 16,300 crore critical mineral mission
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 16,300 crore National Critical Mineral Mission aimed at boosting domestic production and exploration of critical minerals until 2030-31. The mission will see investments of nearly Rs 34,300 crore, with significant contributions from public sector undertakings. Import duties on critical minerals are eliminated, and new fiscal measures will encourage exploration and mining activities.
PM Modi lauds ISRO's 'incredible' milestone as it launches 100th mission
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated ISRO on its 100th mission, calling it a historic achievement that reflects the vision and dedication of our scientists and engineers. He emphasized the collaborative efforts with the private sector in propelling India's space advancements further.
100 missions in half a century; ISRO chief says we plan to launch 200 in just 5 years
ISRO celebrates its 100th mission with the NVS-02 satellite launch, marking significant progress since its inception. Chairman V. Narayanan targets 200 launches in five years, highlighting collaborations, upcoming missions, and new facilities. Future plans include advanced launch vehicles, expansion of navigation satellite constellations, and preparations for deep-space missions, positioning India as a key space player.
ISRO scores a 100, PSLV takes the cake with most to space
ISRO achieved a historic milestone with its 100th mission, highlighting the reliability of the PSLV with 62 missions. The PSLV, dubbed the 'trusted workhorse,' has injected satellites into precise Low Earth Orbits. Notable missions include Chandrayaan-1 and the Mars Orbiter. Despite initial challenges, GSLV's recent success marks a significant technological advancement.
ISRO hits century, achieves 100th rocket mission with navigation satellite
With this launch, Isro has placed in orbit 548 satellites weighing 120 tonnes in the last 46 years. Of this, 433 satellites weighing 23 tonnes were from foreign nations. Going forward, ISRO chairman V Narayanan told the media that the space agency aims to increase its capacity and launch 200 missions in the next five years.
Tata Steel becomes India's first to develop hydrogen transport pipes
Tata Steel has become India's first steel company to develop hydrogen transportation pipes, processed at their Khopoli plant using steel from Kalinganagar. The new pipes have passed important hydrogen transportation tests and will play a significant role in India's National Hydrogen Mission, aiming to produce 5 million metric tonnes of Green Hydrogen annually by 2030.
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NFO Alert: HDFC Mutual Fund launches Nifty100 Quality 30 Index Fund
The scheme could be suitable for investors seeking long-term wealth creation through a quality-first investment approach focused on resilient and stable businesses with strong balance sheets, according to a release by the fund house.
ISRO's 100th mission takes flight with successful launch of NVS-02 navigation satellite
ISRO has launched its 100th rocket, the GSLV-F15, carrying the NVS-02 satellite to enhance India's Regional Navigation Satellite System. This launch aims to improve positioning accuracy, with 5 of 7 satellites in space. Scientists praise the indigenously built satellite, envisioning ISRO's leadership in space research by 2047.
Quarterly review in the works for auctioned mines to begin operations fast
The Centre has initiated a quarterly review mechanism to expedite the operationalisation of auctioned mines, addressing delays in environmental clearances. Despite auctioning 440 mines since 2015, only 56 are operational. The mines ministry plans to auction 115 mineral blocks this financial year and fortify the National Critical Mineral Mission.
ISRO's 100th mission: GSLV-F15 launch of NVS-02 navigation satellite explained
ISRO's 100th mission, the launch of the NVS-02 navigation satellite aboard GSLV-F15, is set for January 29. This mission, the first under new Chairman Dr. V Narayanan, will enhance India's NavIC system, providing accurate positioning and timing services. The satellite will support applications including navigation, agriculture, and IoT-based services.
ISRO's historic 100th launch from Sriharikota: Here is when and where to watch the GSLV-F15 NVS-02 mission live
ISRO is preparing for the launch of its 100th mission from Sriharikota, scheduled on January 29 at 6:23 am IST. The mission, involving a GSLV rocket with the NVS-02 navigation satellite, aims to provide accurate positioning and timing services in the Indian subcontinent and nearby regions. This marks the first mission under ISRO Chairman V Narayanan.
Countdown for ISRO's 100th mission begins at Sriharikota
ISRO began a 27-hour countdown for its 100th mission, launching a navigation satellite (NVS-02) on a GSLV rocket. This marks ISRO Chairman V Narayanan’s first mission. Scheduled for January 29, the NavIC series satellite aims to enhance navigation services in India and nearby regions. The satellite weighs about 2,250 kg and supports multiple applications including agriculture and fleet management.
DeepSeek vs OpenAI: How China’s AI giant is outpacing ChatGPT?
Chinese AI research lab DeepSeek has gained global attention with its new AI model, DeepSeek-R1, which rivals industry leaders like OpenAI in reasoning, code generation, and efficiency. Operating independently of major Chinese tech firms, DeepSeek has focused on resource-efficient AI development despite US chip restrictions. With an open-source approach and young research talent, the company aims to democratise AI technology and challenge Western dominance in the field.
178 'water warriors' to grace Republic Day parade, celebrate achievements of Jal Jeevan Mission
178 'water warriors' from across India are invited to the 76th Republic Day Parade to meet Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil. These individuals have been pivotal in promoting the Jal Jeevan Mission, ensuring safe and sustainable drinking water for households, significantly improving their communities' health and living conditions.
ISRO dispatches crew module for first uncrewed mission of Gaganyaan
ISRO has dispatched the Crew Module for its first uncrewed mission of the Gaganyaan project, marking a significant milestone towards human spaceflight. The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre completed the integration of the liquid propulsion system. The module will undergo further assembly and checks before final integration at the U R Rao Satellite Centre.
Oracle’s four India partners may fail to make AI mission cut
This may hinder the American cloud company's ability to empanel with the much-coveted Mission to offer AI compute capacity in India through public-private partnership and bid for future projects.
Elon Musk's SpaceX arranges rideshare for US and Japan's journey to Moon
SpaceX launched two lunar landers for US and Japanese companies to the moon. Tokyo-based ispace's lander, Resilience, and Texas-based Firefly Aerospace's lander, Blue Ghost, share the same rocket to save costs. They aim to conduct various experiments, collecting samples and testing technology for future lunar exploration.
AI Mission GPU tender bidders showcase their solutions to MeitY
The government initiative aims to make available 10,000 GPUs to support startups, researchers, students and academicians. Around 44%, or Rs 4,563.63 crore, of the Rs 10,371.92-crore ($1.25 billion) approved by the cabinet for the ‘IndiaAI Mission’ in March last year is reserved for providing compute capacity of more than 10,000 GPUs over five years.
IBM looks to groom Indian talent for global roles and key missions
IBM plans to increase its technical leaders in India by up to 30% over the next three years. The company will also increase its workforce in India by similar numbers. The focus is on talent development and expansion in tier-2 cities. IBM aims for 25% hiring growth this year in cities like Bengaluru, Kochi, and Ahmedabad.
Isro gears up for busy 2025 with key missions, including female robot in Space & NISAR Satellite launch
Isro is set for an ambitious year in 2025, with notable missions including the launch of the advanced NVS-02 satellite, the deployment of the Vyommitra humanoid robot, and the high-cost NISAR earth imaging satellite. Plans also include numerous GSLV, PSLV, and SSLV launches, reinforcing Isro's role in global space exploration.
HUA ministry focussed on metro expansion, safety, affordable housing in 2024
The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry in 2024 focused on metro rail expansion, 84,000 CCTV installations, 700 km of cycle tracks, and constructing 88 lakh houses. Initiatives under the Smart Cities Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission, and AMRUT, including waste management, healthcare, and educational enhancements, were highlighted, with significant progress reported.
ISRO set to launch NVS-02 satellite in Jan 2025, with more missions planned for upcoming year: ISRO Chief
ISRO is set to launch the NVS-02 satellite aboard the GSLV in January 2025 as part of a series of missions. Following the successful launch of NVS-01 and PSLV-C60, preparations for the Chandrayaan-4 mission involve crucial docking steps, essential for reaching and returning from the Moon.
GSLV mission planned in January would be 100th launch from Sriharikota: ISRO chief
ISRO is preparing for its 100th launch from Sriharikota. This will be a Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle mission in January. The recent PSLV-C60 mission was the 99th launch. Future missions, including the navigation satellite launch, are planned for 2025. Additional space docking experiments are expected to take place in the near future.
India becomes 4th nation to achieve space docking with indigenously developed 'Bharatiya docking system': Jitendra Singh
India becomes the fourth nation to achieve space docking through its indigenously developed 'Bharatiya Docking System.' ISRO Chairman S. Somanath announces the launch of the NVS-02 satellite and emphasizes the significance of docking for the Chandrayaan-4 mission, with multiple space missions planned for 2025.
This Nasdaq-100 stock has gained 110,600% since its IPO and it's still a Buy heading into 2025 as per Wall Street analysts
The Nasdaq-100 is currently one of the most closely-monitored stock indexes over the past week, owing to its sudden fluctuations at the US stock market. Meanwhile, a particular Nasdaq-100 stock has hit the gain percentages of 110,600% since its IPO kicked off, and it promises to be one of the most important ones to watch out for in 2025.
Suchi Semicon begins chip plant without Centre's incentive, plans $100 million investment in 3 years
Gujarat's Suchi Semicon has initiated semiconductor production, securing state incentives and a $100 million three-year investment plan. While awaiting central government approval, the company has begun trial production, attracting clients for its components. Commercial shipments are expected to commence in the first quarter of next year, with plans for expansion into power semiconductors soon after.
A NASA probe is on its way to asteroid made of gold that's worth 100,000,000,000 trillion dollar
NASA’s Psyche mission, launched in October 2023, aims to explore a metal-rich asteroid worth $100,000 quadrillion, offering a glimpse into the formation of planetary cores. While the asteroid holds immense potential for resource extraction, asteroid mining remains an ongoing challenge due to technological and economic limitations. The mission primarily focuses on understanding planetary formation, but with private sector investment, asteroid mining could one day support space exploration.
NASA's $100 Bn Moon Mission: A boondoggle or the future of space exploration?
The Artemis program has spent nearly $100 billion without achieving its mission to land astronauts on the moon. The program faces high costs, delays, and inefficiencies, including a non-reusable rocket system. NASA's cancellation of other scientific missions raises questions about the program's sustainability and rationale.
India opened five new missions in first 100 days of Modi government's third term
In the first 100 days of its third term, the Modi government expanded India's diplomatic reach by opening new missions in Albania, Gabon, Georgia, Latvia, and Timor-Leste, as well as consulates in Auckland and Barcelona. It also hosted the third Voice of Global South Summit with significant global participation.
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