IN-SPACe has issued an expression of interest inviting Indian entities to operate and manage Isro's new Small Satellite Launch Complex at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu, advancing private sector involvement in India's space program.
South Korea's fifth Nuri rocket launch has been postponed until October from its original schedule due to issues with underperforming thrusters on nanosatellites. KASA and KAIST Satellite Technology Research Center confirmed the delay, citing the need for replacement and further testing of components.
The Indian Army plans to induct 450 new M4 variants of the Carl Gustaf 84mm rocket launcher. Designed by Saab, the lighter M4 system improves firepower for troops in mountainous regions and can engage targets up to 1,000 meters.
Six large metallic spheres, identified as 'space balls' or rocket pressure vessels, washed ashore on Forrest Beach, Queensland, Australia. The discovery prompted an evacuation and investigation, with the Australian Space Agency confirming they are likely debris from a foreign rocket.
A new class action lawsuit alleges an aged care firm charged residents for unused services. In Australia, concerns rise over cleanup costs for abandoned mines. Globally, tensions simmer in the Middle East, and the US marks its 250th anniversary. Australia triumphs in the Women's T20 World Cup.
Aged care residents launch class action over unused services. Queenslanders may fund abandoned mine cleanups. Spectacle Island is for sale as part of a Defence property selloff. Australia defeats England in the Women's T20 World Cup final.
Six mysterious objects, suspected to be space debris possibly containing hazardous chemicals, have washed ashore on beaches in north Queensland, Australia. Experts believe they could be 'space balls' from rocket launches, though a marine origin is also possible.
China is developing electromagnetic rocket launch technology, a concept from over two decades ago, which could potentially make SpaceX's chemical rockets obsolete. A research facility in Ziyang successfully tested a high-temperature superconducting navigation system, a breakthrough in this field.
China's Long March-12 rocket, launched last week, utilized a new high-energy synthetic kerosene fuel, increasing payload capacity by 10% and engine efficiency by 8 seconds of specific impulse.
Foreign tourists, including those from Russia and France, are increasingly visiting China's Hainan island to witness rocket launches from the Wenchang Space Launch Site. The unique coastal location and China's active space program are driving this growing trend in space tourism.
Texas Supreme Court ruled SpaceX can continue to close Boca Chica Beach for rocket launches, rejecting environmental groups' claims that it violated the state constitution. The court cited the Open Beaches Act, stating enforcement lies with government actors.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) struck dozens of Hezbollah targets overnight in southern Lebanon after the Shiite group launched over 50 shells at Israeli soldiers. Attacked sites included rocket launchers, weapons depots, and command centers.
Pawan Kumar Chandana, founder of Skyroot Aerospace, launched India's first privately built rocket. Despite a challenging academic start, he joined ISRO, then co-founded Skyroot Aerospace, securing significant funding and achieving milestones in private space exploration.
La France a choisi le système Thundart de MBDA Safran pour remplacer ses lance-roquettes LRU, privilégiant la souveraineté face aux offres américaines et accélérant les livraisons pour répondre aux besoins de l'armée de terre.
Russia's Battlegroup South reported inflicting approximately 165 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroying two armored combat vehicles and two multiple rocket launchers in its area of responsibility over the past 24 hours. The group also claimed to have destroyed numerous UAVs, communication antennas, and control posts.
China launched the Communication Technology Test Satellite No 25 on a Long March 5 rocket from Wenchang, Hainan, on Thursday. The mission aims to validate technology for next-generation orbital connectivity.
SpaceX's first rocket launch nearly failed, but a last-ditch effort secured a historic breakthrough. Numerous successful launches have followed this initial struggle.
Kazakhstan travel operators are targeting Hong Kong tourists at the International Travel Expo with unique packages to view rocket launches at the Baikonur Cosmodrome. This comes as new direct flights to the region are anticipated.
JAXA delays H3 Rocket 6 launch from June 10 due to forecasted bad weather and lightning risks, with a new date TBD, following repairs from the December 2023 failure.
China's new Long March 12B rocket launched the 'Qianfan' satellite constellation on May 1st without prior warning, raising safety concerns for air and sea traffic. Analysts criticize China for not adhering to international safety norms.
France has banned Israel from participating in Eurosatory, a major international arms show, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The decision prohibits Israeli government representatives and national pavilions, restricting displays to non-offensive air defense systems.
Taiwan's first national rocket launch site planned for Pingtung's Jiupeng Village has been deferred by the Environmental Protection Administration's initial review. Concerns were raised about road widening, noise and vibration assessments, and fuel safety.
SpaceX's uncrewed Starship V3 rocket successfully launched from Texas, deploying a payload of mock Starlink satellites before splashing down and exploding as planned in the Indian Ocean. The test flight, the 12th for a SpaceX rocket, precedes the company's record-breaking IPO.
SpaceX postponed its Starship launch on Thursday due to last-minute technical issues, with Elon Musk citing a "hydraulic pin" problem. The company is now targeting Friday for another attempt, crucial for NASA's lunar missions and SpaceX's potential IPO.
