In Space

The warning underlines growing concerns over cyber frauds targeting Indian government institutions.

10 satellites on constant duty to protect India’s security, says ISRO chief amid India-Pakistan tensions

ISRO has so far launched 127 Indian satellites, including those developed by private players and academic institutions. Of these, 22 are in low Earth orbit and 29 in geosynchronous orbit, operated by the central government.

No certifying authority, no exemptions: Space startups struggle to claim customs relief

Startups, have requested for appointment of an authority within Department of Space to certify imports relating to commercial space projects

Starlink entry won't impact India’s space ecosystem, says IN-SPACe chairman Pawan Goenka

Starlink's arrival can reshape internet accessibility, the space industry is expected to remain unaffected, Goenka has said

Gujarat, Tamil Nadu to establish space manufacturing clusters, Karnataka in pipeline: IN-SPACe chairman Pawan Goenka

While IN-SPACe will play an advisory role, offering technical expertise and facilitation, the funding and execution will largely be handled at the state level.

India's first space unicorn 'very soon', says Pawan Goenka, one startup already at $500 million

Pawan Goenka said the government has approved Rs 35,000 crore worth of projects for ISRO, where private vendors will be contributing nearly 60-70 per cent.

Jio collaborates with SpaceX | Starlink internet services in India | Broadband Connectivity

Jio Platforms Ltd has partnered with SpaceX to bring Starlink's internet services to India, contingent on regulatory approvals. The collaboration will allow Jio to offer Starlink solutions via its retail outlets and online platforms, with plans to provide equipment and customer service for installation. This partnership leverages Jio’s position as the largest mobile operator globally by data traffic and SpaceX's leadership in low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite operations. Together, they aim to deliver reliable broadband services to even the most remote and rural areas of India, enhancing Jio's existing broadband services like JioFiber and JioAirFiber. The partnership also explores other ways to strengthen India’s digital ecosystem. However, regulatory approvals from the Indian government and agencies such as IN-SPACe and DoT are still pending. The Indian space economy is expected to grow to $44 billion by 2033, contributing significantly to global market share.

IN-SPACe launches Rs 500 crore technology adoption fund to boost space innovation

The fund aims to support private enterprises for developing their innovations from early-stage space technologies into commercially viable products

IN-SPACe to make first investment under Rs 1,000-cr venture fund this fiscal; seeks more details from Starlink, Kuiper for approval: Chairman

IN-SPACe is working on authorisation applications from Elon Musk's Starlink and Amazon's Kuiper, having sought more information and clarification, says Pawan Kumar Goenka

Govt exploring ways to allow industry to use ISRO premises for setting up satellite ground stations

The use of ISRO premises for ground stations by service-providers will help in improving costs, optimising resources and enhancing service coverage, In-SPACe has said

Centre's incentive plan for space manufacturing to take into account states' policies

The policy was announced on the occasion of National Space Day by IN-SPACe chairman Pawan K Goenka. The final approval is awaited

Centre working with states to incentivise manufacturing of space subsystems, says IN-SPACe chairman Pawan Goenka

Pawan Kumar Goenka was speaking at an event on the occasion of the first National Space Day, which celebrates the first anniversary of Chandrayaan-3’s Moon landing

IN-SPACe invites industry to build and manage satellite system under PPP model

Through the proposal, IN-SPACe is looking at Indian companies to design, build, and establish constellation of satellites in Low Earth Orbit having a combination of sensors including panchromatic, multispectral, hyperspectral and microwave.

Rs 1,000-crore VC fund for space economy will give boost to entrepreneurs, pvt players: IN-SPACe chairman Pawan Goenka

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Rs 1,000 crore VC fund for space economy with the objective of expanding the ecosystem by 5 times in the next 10 years

Agnikul's success motivates ISRO to support space tech startups, NGEs: S Somanath

"The success involving many firsts including 3D printed semi-cryogenic engine, flight control systems, etc. demonstrate the prowess of indigenous design and innovation," said ISRO chairman S Somanath

IN-SPACe releases guidelines for implementation of Indian Space Policy 2023

The implementation document follows the release of the Indian Space Policy in 2023 which lays down the role that several government bodies, such as ISRO etc, apart from specifying the role non-governmental entities (NGEs) — a term for private players in the space sector — will play in India’s space ecosystem.

FDI in space sector: India poised to grab major share of global space economy says IN-SPACe chairman

IN-SPACe chairman Pawan Kr Goenka said that the amended FDI norms will empower private players to develop cutting-edge products, expand India's global presence in the sector, and grab a significant share of the booming global space economy

Skyroot Aerospace, Agnikul Cosmos to launch 7 times in 2024-25: IN-SPACe manifesto

The launches by Skyroot Aerospace and Agnikul Cosmos of their launch vehicles Vikram-1 and Agnibaan, respectively, will also signify the startups' first respective commercial missions.

IN-SPACe launches seed fund scheme for startups using space technology

The scheme has the provision of providing financial assistance of up to Rs 1 crore in addition to mentorship support, training and networking opportunities, it said.

Eutelsat OneWeb 1st pvt satcom firm to get regulatory nod for commercial satellite broadband

IN-SPACe stated that OneWeb India aims to provide internet services to rural and unconnected areas and territorial waters of India on a 24×7 basis.

Data Patterns inks licensing deal with IN-SPACe for SAR Radar development

The technology has been developed at the Space Applications Centre, ISRO, and is the forerunner of ISRO's upcoming high-resolution SAR satellite, the NISAR and made available for ToT to the industry by IN-SPACe.

Global space industry players are eyeing Indian market, says IN-SPACe chairman Pawan K Goenka

Space regulator Indian Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre chairman Pawan K Goenka also said that the regulator will be driving application of home grown navigation system NavIC by developing use cases and urging industry to adopt them

India's space economy to touch $44 billion by 2033, says IN-SPACe Chairman Pawan Goenka

Space regulator Indian Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre also estimates $22 billion investments in the Indian space sector by 2033 and $11 billion exports

ISRO, IN-SPACe ties up with AWS to give space startups a cloud boost

While eligible startups will get access to Amazon Web Service's cloud technologies, the trio will also work together to train students and educators in cloud computing, AI and ML

India's space regulator invites bids for transfer of technology of small satellite launch vehicle

IN-SPACe said it has taken the initiative to transfer the technology of SSLV to private Indian industries that are keen on assimilating the technology, setting up manufacturing and business operations and competing in the global satellite launch market.