The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its LVM3-M6 rocket, nicknamed ‘Baahubali’, carrying the BlueBird 6 communications satellite developed by US-based AST SpaceMobile. The launch, conducted from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh, marked the heaviest payload ever deployed by an Indian launcher, weighing approximately 6,100 kg. The satellite was placed into Low Earth Orbit at an altitude of around 520 km. Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, described the achievement as a “milestone” in India-US space collaboration, emphasizing ISRO’s heavy-lift capability and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s push for Atmanirbhar Bharat, or self-reliance. He…
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Love, nature, women's empowerment, and social issues make up the bulk of Nupur's writing topics. She earned a Master of Arts in Ancient History and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Delhi University before she began writing. It just so happens that Nupur also aced the Junior Research Fellowship exam for history. At present, Neha is working as a freelance content writer.
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, recently held discussions with Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador-designate to India, at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. The meeting focused on deepening trade engagement and strengthening the broader strategic partnership between India and the United States at a time of active economic negotiations between the two countries. Sharing details of the interaction on social media, Kwatra said he was pleased to connect with Gor and noted that their conversation covered a wide range of issues related to trade cooperation. He added that both sides exchanged views on advancing shared economic goals and discussed…
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has welcomed the passage of the SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India) Act, 2025, calling it a historic milestone in India’s energy sector. Receiving Presidential assent after approval by both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the legislation marks the most comprehensive update of India’s civil nuclear framework since independence, the USISPF stated. The SHANTI Act replaces the Atomic Energy Act of 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act of 2010. Key reforms include expanded private and foreign participation in the nuclear sector, a clarified liability framework…
Indian-Americans are making significant strides in U.S. politics this year, highlighted by Pranita Venkatesh’s historic election as mayor of San Carlos, California. Her election follows Zohran Mamdani’s milestone as New York City’s mayor, marking Venkatesh as the second mayor in the country of Indian-origin heritage. On December 8, 2025, Venkatesh was officially sworn in as the mayor of San Carlos, a city of 28,000 residents located in San Mateo County, near Silicon Valley. Known as the “City of the Gold Life,” San Carlos now celebrates one of its youngest mayors, who also represents South Asian heritage in civic leadership. Venkatesh…
US President Donald Trump has signed the National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) for the Financial Year 2026 into law, reinforcing deeper US engagement with India and other Quad nations to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific while addressing challenges posed by China. Trump stated that the legislation will allow the Department of War to advance his “Peace through Strength” agenda, safeguard the homeland from domestic and international threats, and fortify the defence industrial base. The NDAA 2026 emphasises strengthening US defence alliances in the Indo-Pacific, including expanded cooperation with India through the Quad. It outlines initiatives for joint military exercises,…
US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed that import tariffs will remain a cornerstone of America’s economic policy, signaling a long-term commitment that may put additional pressure on global trade partners, including India. In his year-end national address on Wednesday night, Trump described tariffs not merely as temporary negotiation tools but as a fundamental mechanism to stimulate investment, revitalize manufacturing, and safeguard American jobs. “Much of this progress is due to tariffs,” Trump asserted, calling them his “favorite word,” while highlighting that companies are returning to US soil in record numbers because domestically produced goods are shielded from import duties. He…
India continues to solidify its reputation as a prime destination for global corporations seeking high-value business operations. In a landmark development, American banking giant JP Morgan has announced plans to establish Asia’s largest Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Mumbai, further positioning India as a key player in global finance and technology services. JP Morgan has been steadily expanding its footprint in India over the past several years. Within the last two years alone, the bank has leased nearly 1 million square feet of office space, reflecting its growing commitment to the country. India has emerged as a preferred location for…
Cricket in the United States received a major boost with the official announcement of LaGrange Cricket Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility being developed by LaGrange Cricket Holdings near Atlanta, Georgia. The launch event, held in Mumbai, highlighted the stadium’s vision to become a permanent hub for cricket in the US, with operations slated to begin in 2027. Spanning 45 acres, the stadium will feature 10,000 permanent seats, expandable to 25,000 for large-scale concerts and other entertainment events. Designed to meet international cricketing standards, it will host national and global matches while serving as a multi-sport, community-focused destination. The venue aims to…
The Indian Space Research Organisation has charted an intensive launch calendar, with seven missions scheduled to lift off by March next year. These missions reflect a mix of strategic goals, advanced technology demonstrations, and growing commercial collaborations. The first launch from this series is expected as early as next week, setting the pace for a crucial phase in India’s space program. A major highlight of the lineup is the human-rated LVM3 rocket, the country’s most powerful launch vehicle. Under a commercial agreement facilitated by New Space India Limited, the LVM3 will place the Bluebird-6 communication satellite into orbit for US-based…
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman V. Narayanan announced on Thursday that the next two major lunar missions—Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5—have officially received approval and are scheduled for launch by 2028. Addressing reporters, Narayanan stated that both missions fall under the agency’s approved timeline, confirming that ISRO is moving steadily toward its next phase of lunar exploration. When asked to share further details about the design or objectives of the two missions, he declined, noting that no additional information could be disclosed at this stage. Beyond lunar exploration, Narayanan emphasized that ISRO continues to heavily invest its energy and resources into…
