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Remembering Father Of Indian Space: How Vikram Sarabhai Built Indian Space Research Organisation From Scratch
On August 12, the nation remembered and celebrated the 106th birth anniversary of Dr Vikram Sarabhai, the legendary physicist, and widely known as Father of India's Space Programme. From pioneering cosmic ray research to laying the foundations of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), his contributions continue to inspire India's journey of space and technology. The ISRO paid tributes to Dr Sarabhai and shared video on Social media platform X, celebrating his legacy. "On his 106th birth anniversary, we celebrate Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the visionary who ignited India's space journey. His belief in applying space science for societal benefit continues to shape the nation's space programme. As we approach National Space Day, his legacy endures," ISRO wrote on X. On his 106th birth anniversary, we celebrate Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the visionary who ignited India's space journey. His belief in applying space science for societal benefit continues to shape the nation's space programme. As we approach National Space Day, his legacy endures.… — ISRO (@isro) August 12, 2025 Leaders from across the political spectrum also paid homage to his enduring legacy. Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha Om Birla in a post on X said, "Respectful salutations on the birth anniversary of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the pioneer of Indian space programme, great scientist, Padma Vibhushan awardee. With the establishment of the Physical Research Laboratory, he made the country self-reliant in space technology through the establishment of ISRO. Due to his inspiration, today India is touching new heights in space." भारतीय अंतरिक्ष कार्यक्रम के प्रणेता, महान वैज्ञानिक, पद्म विभूषण से सम्मानित डॉ. विक्रम साराभाई जी की जयंती पर सादर नमन। भौतिक अनुसंधान प्रयोगशाला की स्थापना के साथ उन्होंने भारत में वैज्ञानिक अनुसंधान की नींव रखी और भारतीय अंतरिक्ष अनुसंधान संगठन (ISRO) की स्थापना के माध्यम से… — Om Birla (@ombirlakota) August 12, 2025 Calling Dr Sarabhai "a true nation builder," Dr. S Somanath, former ISRO Chairman said, "Remembering the 106th birth anniversary of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai - the visionary who built institutions in space, atomic energy, management, textiles & arts. A true nation builder whose contributions continue to inspire us. Though I never met him, his legacy shaped our journey at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre since the 80s." Remembering the 106th birth anniversary of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai — the visionary who built institutions in space, atomic energy, management, textiles & arts. A true nation builder whos contributions continues to inspire us. Though I never met him, his legacy shaped our journey at… — Dr. S Somanath (@SomanathSpeak) August 12, 2025 Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge wrote on X, "Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the Father of India's Space Program, was an exceptional physicist and institution-builder whose legacy we honour on his birth anniversary. His work continues to inspire innovation and progress, serving as a powerful example of how to cultivate a scientific mindset among the public." Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the "Father of India's Space Program," was an exceptional physicist and institution-builder whose legacy we honour on his birth anniversary. His strong relationship with Pandit Nehru was instrumental in the creation of INCOSPAR, the precursor to @isro one of… — Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) August 12, 2025 Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju wrote, "Salutations on the birth anniversary of the great scientist Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, who laid the foundation of space science in India! His vision and unparalleled contributions led the nation toward a golden era of space research and showed generations the path to excellence in science." अंतरिक्ष विज्ञान में भारत की नींव रखने वाले महान वैज्ञानिक डॉ. विक्रम साराभाई जी की जयंती पर नमन! उनकी दूरदृष्टि और अद्वितीय योगदान ने देश को अंतरिक्ष अनुसंधान के स्वर्णिम युग की ओर अग्रसर किया और पीढ़ियों को विज्ञान में उत्कृष्टता का मार्ग दिखाया। #VikramSarabhai — Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) August 12, 2025 Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wrote on X, "Remembering the legendary scientist and founder of ISRO, Padma Vibhushan Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, on his Birth Anniversary! His vision launched India into the orbit of global space research." Remembering the legendary scientist and founder of ISRO, Padma Vibhushan Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, on his Birth Anniversary! His vision launched India into the orbit of global space research. भारतीय अंतराळ संशोधन संस्थेचे संस्थापक, भारतीय अंतराळ कार्यक्रमाचे जनक, प्रख्यात शास्त्रज्ञ,… — Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) August 12, 2025 Political parties BJP and Congress also paid tributes to Dr Sarabhai. Sharing a post on X, BJP said, "On his birth anniversary, we honour Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan awardee, visionary physicist and Father of India's Space Program, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, whose pioneering legacy continues to inspire generations." On his birth anniversary, we honour Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan awardee, visionary physicist and Father of India's Space Program, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, whose pioneering legacy continues to inspire generations. — BJP (@BJP4India) August 12, 2025 Congress on X wrote, "Remembering Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the visionary father of India's space programme. His pioneering spirit and dedication to scientific progress continue to inspire generations to dream big, innovate, and take India to new frontiers." Remembering Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the visionary father of India's space programme. His pioneering spirit and dedication to scientific progress continue to inspire generations to dream big, innovate, and take India to new frontiers. — Congress (@INCIndia) August 12, 2025 Dr. Vikram Sarabhai is remembered not just for his title as the "Father of India's Space Programme," but for being a driving force behind India's scientific awakening post-independence. In 1947, at just 28 years old, he founded the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in Ahmedabad. Sarabhai played a significant role in establishing major Indian institutions, including the ISRO in 1969 and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA), in collaboration with local industrialists. He also chaired the Atomic Energy Commission, succeeding his mentor, Dr. Homi Bhabha. Birth Of India's Space Dream After the launch of the Soviet Sputnik in 1957, Sarabhai advocated for a dedicated Indian space programme. He stated, "There are some who question the relevance of space activities in a developing nation. To us, there is no ambiguity of purpose. We do not have the fantasy of competing with the economically advanced nations in the exploration of the moon or the planets or manned space-flight. But we are convinced that if we are to play a meaningful role nationally, and in the community of nations, we must be second to none in the application of advanced technologies to the real problems of man and society." With Dr. Bhabha's support, Sarabhai identified Thumba in Kerala as the site for India's first rocket launching station. On November 21, 1963, the first sounding rocket carrying a sodium vapour payload was launched. Through his engagement with NASA, Sarabhai also laid the groundwork for the Satellite Instructional Television Experiment (SITE) in 1975-1976, a project that brought educational television to rural India. He also initiated the project for India's first satellite Aryabhata, which was launched from the Soviet Union in 1975. ISRO: From Vision To Reality Sarabhai's chairmanship of the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) in 1962 marked a new era. By 1969, INCOSPAR evolved into ISRO, India's premier space agency. Sarabhai's groundwork laid the path for India's later achievements: Indian National Satellite System (INSAT) Series in 1983, Chandrayaan-1 in 2008, Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) in 2014, Chandrayaan-3, and beyond. Academic Life Born in Ahmedabad on August 12, 1919, Sarabhai began his higher education at Cambridge, earning an undergraduate degree in physics and mathematics. He pursued his PhD under the guidance of Nobel laureate CV Raman at IISc, Bangalore. In 1942, he published his PhD work, 'Time Distribution of Cosmic Rays.' He passed away on December 30, 1971, at the age of 52. He was honoured with several awards, including, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award (1962), Padma Bhushan (1966) and Padma Vibhushan (1972, posthumously).
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3 days ago
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Delhi Restaurant Plasters 'All Indian Attire Allowed' Sign After Severe Backlash
Following severe backlash to reports of denying customers entry to the restaurant owing to their Indian attire, the Delhi-based diner has put up a fresh sign, clarifying its position. In a viral video, the staff of the Pitampura restaurant can be seen putting up two notices outside the building. One of the notices reads, "All types of Indian attire is allowed in the restaurant (saree, suit, etc). The second notice details various policies, including outside food, liquor, and management rights to ensure no further damage to the restaurant brand. Reacting to the restaurant plastering the notices, social media users commented that the owners had finally learned their lesson from the fiasco. "Better to paste the notice than be shut down," said one user, while another added, "The restaurant would have closed immediately. The owner finally understood." A third commented: "The restaurant owner has realised the power of social media. Kudos to the couple for standing their ground." See the viral video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rohini wale (@rohini_walee) What happened? The incident took place last week when a couple sought entry into the restaurant. The video circulating on social media showed the man sporting a T-shirt and pants while the woman wore a kurta-salwar. While others were allowed entry, the couple alleged that the manager of the restaurant misbehaved with them and denied them entry, owing to their 'Indian' attire. As the clip went viral, Delhi cabinet minister Kapil Mishra took cognisance of the issue, stating that Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had been apprised of the matter. In a subsequent post, Mr Mishra informed that the restaurant owners will no longer impose any attire ban on customers for entry to their establishment. "The operators of this Pitampura restaurant have accepted that they will no longer impose any restrictions based on attire and will welcome citizens coming in Indian attire. On Rakshabandhan, they will also offer some discounts to sisters coming in Indian attire," said Mr Mishra. रक्षाबंधन पर भारतीय परिधानों में आने वाली बहनों को कुछ डिस्काउंट भी देंगे 🙂 @gupta_rekha — Kapil Mishra (@KapilMishra_IND) August 8, 2025 Restaurant owner Neeraj Aggarwal rejected the allegations, stating that the couple had not booked a table, due to which they were denied entry. He said the restaurant has no attire policy, adding that all customers are welcome.
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4 days ago
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Delhi Restaurant Under Fire After Allegedly Denying Entry To Woman In Indian Attire, Owner Responds
A viral video circulating on social media has sparked debate around the dress codes enforced by certain restaurants and clubs. The video was reportedly shot outside Tubata, a restaurant located in Saraswati Vihar, Pitampura, Delhi. In the clip, a middle-aged couple is seen standing outside the restaurant, claiming they were denied entry. The reason, according to them: the woman was wearing a suit, and her Indian attire was allegedly against the restaurant's dress code. Watch the video here: See what is happening in Delhi restaurant Tubata in Pitampura. A couple was denied entry and not allowed to enter just because they were wearing Indian attire! — Rosy (@rose_k01) August 8, 2025 Kapil Mishra, Cabinet Minister in the Delhi government, shared the video on his official X handle and wrote, "This is unacceptable in Delhi. A video has surfaced showing a ban on Indian attire at a restaurant in Pitampura. This is unacceptable. CM @gupta\_rekha ji has taken serious note of the incident. Officials have been directed to investigate the incident and take immediate action." This is unacceptable in Delhi पीतमपुरा के एक रेस्टोरेंट में भारतीय परिधानों पर रोक का वीडियो सामने आया है ये अस्वीकार्य है CM @gupta_rekha जी ने घटना का गंभीरता से संज्ञान लिया है अधिकारियों को इस घटना की जांच व तुरंत कार्यवाही के निर्देश दिए गए हैं — Kapil Mishra (@KapilMishra_IND) August 8, 2025 In a follow-up tweet, Kapil Mishra posted videos of the restaurant owner Neeraj Aggarwal and manager Narender Singh, in which they issued clarification that their restaurant does not restrict entry based on dress code. Neeraj Aggarwal said, "All guests in all dress codes are welcome to our outlet. I invite people, whether from North India or South India, to our family restaurant and enjoy." The restaurant manager added that on Raksha Bandhan, they will also offer a 10 per cent discount and a complimentary dessert to women at their restaurant, irrespective of attire. Update : पीतमपुरा के इस रेस्टोरेंट के संचालकों ने स्वीकार कर लिया है कि परिधान आधारित कोई प्रतिबंध अब नहीं लगाएंगे व भारतीय परिधानों में आने वाले नागरिकों का स्वागत करेंगे रक्षाबंधन पर भारतीय परिधानों में आने वाली बहनों को कुछ डिस्काउंट भी देंगे 🙂 @gupta_rekha — Kapil Mishra (@KapilMishra_IND) August 8, 2025 The initial viral video has triggered outrage online, with many questioning why Indian clothing would be disallowed at a restaurant in India. One user commented, "Their dress code is like - no entry if you look like you actually belong to the country." Another wrote, "Please give one 1-star rating on Google Maps and see how they bend." A third added, "Some of our people are still colonised mentally." However, some users argued that the restaurant is within its rights to set its own rules. "We need to stop making an issue out of everything and grow up. That's a private restaurant, and they have every right to decide who enters and wears what. It's not public property that everyone can claim rights to. It does not mean they are disrespecting the attire," one user said. Another wrote, "What is the issue in this? Every restaurant has a dress code. Creating an issue of nothing. There are thousands more restaurants to visit." A third user added, "So? In Australia, some restaurants deny you entry if you are not dressed in formal attire. Even smart casuals are not allowed. And they do it regardless of ethnicity. It is the right of the restaurant to deny based on the dress code they have set."
