Satellites

Space enthusiasts Awais Ahmed and Kshitij Khandelwal started Pixxel — a startup that works on building and launching hyperspectral imaging satellites to combat climate change.

The young engineers behind Bellatrix are developing propulsion systems for ISRO — the only Indian startup to have achieved the feat. #Startup #Innovation

"We're here to bring space closer. We are now aiming to democratise the sector by making space flight simple, reliable and accessible to businesses and organisations of all sizes, and to help create a world-class space ecosystem in India."

Data from the satellites are then processed by the Decision Support Centre (DSC) at the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) in Hyderabad.

“We are excited by this announcement. It is a gift to the nation, and we feel proud. It actually energises us across our centres. We do not feel intimidated or tense.”

Deemed as the most ambitious moon exploration project by the Government of India till date, the mission has been developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

ISRO has issued a Request For Proposal (RFP) to the private industry to build 30-35 satellites in a span of three years. Under the proposal, once companies pitch, around 4 to 5 of them would be selected. After due evaluation, these companies will be awarded parallel contracts.

All you need to know about India's very own GPS.

ISRO has given many Indian educational institutions a chance to venture into space technology by guiding students towards making experimental satellites. 12 such student satellites will be launched next year, and here are the five that have already been launched since 2009.

ISRO and NHAI will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to use ISRO-aided satellites and drones to monitor road construction in the country. The project will enable better implementation of road construction projects, along with timely maintenance.