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Business Standard
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
India affirms its growing prominence as Space power in global arena
India affirmed its growing prominence as Space power in global arena as Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Jitendra Singh addressed the Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX 2025) at Bharat Mandapam, according to a latest official update. The high-profile summit, themed "Reaching New Worlds: A Space Exploration Renaissance," brought together space leaders, astronauts, and scientists from across the globe, with participation of more than 35 countries and international agencies, reinforcing India's role at the forefront of space diplomacy and innovation. Organized jointly by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), and the Astronautical Society of India (ASI), the three-day summit is hosting over 240 interactive presentations across 10 parallel technical sessions, spanning 15 critical thematic areas. Jitendra Singh underscored India's transition from being a follower in space exploration to becoming a global enabler. India is now collaborating as an equal partner with some of the leading space-faring nations. This is a testimony to our scientific capability, visionary leadership, and commitment to peaceful space cooperation, he noted. He also added that India's space journey, which began with humble beginnings, has evolved into a source of inspiration for developing countries.
India Today
09-05-2025
- Science
- India Today
India shines at Glex 2025 summit, emerges as global space power
India demonstrated its rising status as a global space power as Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State, Science and Technology, addressed the Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX 2025) at Bharat Mandapam, New high-profile summit, themed 'Reaching New Worlds: A Space Exploration Renaissance,' drew leaders, astronauts, and scientists from over 35 countries, reinforcing India's central role in international space diplomacy and organised by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and the Astronautical Society of India (ASI), GLEX 2025 featured more than 240 interactive presentations across 10 technical sessions and 15 thematic areas, showcasing global advances in space exploration. Dr. Singh inaugurated a dynamic exhibition with 22 stalls, highlighting achievements from Indian startups, international agencies, and ISRO's latest his keynote, Dr. Singh emphasised India's transformation from a follower to a global enabler in space.'India is now collaborating as an equal partner with leading space-faring nations. This is a testimony to our scientific capability, visionary leadership, and commitment to peaceful space cooperation,' he stated, noting that India's journey now inspires developing nations described GLEX 2025 as a platform advancing India's dual vision: serving its people through space applications and acting as a trusted global partner, not a 'Big Brother,' but as 'equal brothers' for the collective benefit of Minister highlighted government initiatives to democratise the space sector, with over 190 startups emerging in the past two years, fueling innovation in deep space missions and commercial applications. International dignitaries from ESA, Japan, the US, China, and the UAE attended, reflecting the event's global Chairman V. Narayanan reiterated the agency's commitment to interplanetary exploration and societal benefit. The summit also launched an astronaut outreach programme, featuring global and Indian astronauts engaging with youth to spark interest in space science.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
India aims to become space power equal to world, work for humanity and planet: Minister
New Delhi; India aims to be a leader in the space sector as an equal partner of the world, and work for the betterment of humanity and the planet, according to Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology on Friday. Addressing the Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX 2025) at Bharat Mandapam, here, Singh affirmed India's growing prominence as a space power in the global arena. The MoS underscored India's transition from being a follower in space exploration to becoming a global enabler. 'India is now collaborating as an equal partner with some of the leading space-faring nations. This is a testimony to our scientific capability, visionary leadership, and commitment to peaceful space cooperation,' he said. He added that India's space journey, which began with humble beginnings, has evolved into a source of inspiration for developing countries. Singh described GLEX 2025 as a platform that advances India's vision on two fronts -- 'A for Bharat' and 'B for the World.' He said the conference embodies India's aspiration to serve its own people through space applications while also embracing the spirit of Vishwa Bandhu Bharat -- a trusted global partner committed to collaboration, not domination. 'We are not here to act as a Big Brother,' he emphasised, 'but as equal brothers, working together with the rest of humanity for the shared benefit of our planet.' The Minister highlighted the Government's initiatives to democratise the space sector, encouraging private enterprise and public-private partnerships. 'The opening up of India's space sector has already triggered a boom in innovation, with over 190 startups emerging in the last two years alone,' he noted, adding that this ecosystem was vital to fuelling India's ambitions in deep space missions, satellite launches, and commercial space applications. The high-profile summit was organised jointly by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), and the Astronautical Society of India (ASI). It brought together space leaders, astronauts, and scientists from across the globe, with the participation of more than 35 countries and international agencies, reinforcing India's role at the forefront of space diplomacy and innovation.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NASA misses its representation at the space summit in Delhi; here's why
The Global Space Exploration Conference 2025 , which was conducted in New Delhi on Wednesday, saw a record attendance, with representatives from thirty-five nations, top space agency officials such as China, Japan, Canada, and Europe, more than 1,700 representatives, and ten astronauts representing different countries or agencies. Yet, something highly crucial was absent from the event—presence from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Operation Sindoor Pahalgam payback continues: Operation Sindoor Day 2 keeps Pakistan on edge Military attack by Pakistan will be met with 'very firm response': S Jaishankar Fake news alert: Government fact checks 'Pak propaganda' on Operation Sindoor The non-attendance by NASA to this prestigious event was under question, particularly in light of the agency's participation history in such events. NASA's missing representation at GLEX 2025 in Delhi The lack of NASA's participation at GLEX 2025, according to the official account, was due to budget reasons. Committee organizers, interviewed anonymously, confirmed that at least a dozen scientists and astronauts from NASA were supposed to participate in the conference. But the failure of the agency to raise funds for accommodation and travel made them unable to attend. This is a big departure from earlier GLEX editions, where NASA had a leading role in deliberations on international space exploration. The failure of NASA to attend can also be attributed to larger political and fiscal changes in the United States. Not long after the swearing-in of Donald Trump this year, his government rolled out a series of budget reductions which have been quite tough on NASA. The proposed budget outlines a 24% reduction in NASA's overall funding, decreasing it from $24.8 billion to $18.8 billion. One aspect of the cuts was the harsh slashing of the fiscal year 2026 budget, and cancelling or delaying certain current space missions, such as the Mars Sample Return mission. These economic challenges have challenged NASA's future and made the agency unable to offer its staff the chance to attend global events such as GLEX. India's historic GLEX 2025 and the consequences of NASA's absence The 2025 GLEX was a historic conference for India as it hosted the conference for the first time ever. The conference had a record number of participants and countries involved, making the record for the global conference. Hosting the event, India, in conjunction with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), was a demonstration of how far the country has climbed in stature in the world of space exploration. Not having NASA only stifled the conference from being less of a forum for discussion, collaboration, and innovation in space exploration. NASA Transition Period: Representation Impact One of the insiders from the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) who participated in the planning observed that the no-show by NASA was also attributed to the agency being in a state of transition. This accounted for leadership change and absence of some of the department heads, and thus representation of NASA to the conference was not maximized. These internal reorganizations, along with budgetary issues, caused the agency's failure to attend what would otherwise have been a significant international meeting. NASA's role in space exploration and the consequences of missing GLEX 2025 NASA has been at the forefront of space exploration for a long time, and it has placed itself at the forefront of pathfinder missions and planetary exploration for over a half-century. The agency's involvement in Moon, Mars, and beyond missions has placed it on a high level of prestige within the global space community. Though its absence from GLEX 2025 could have been a financial and logistical burden, NASA's heritage continues to be a critical factor in the future of space exploration. The current fiscal constraints, however, underscore the necessity of continued investment and support for the agency's continued efforts toward global space activities. NASA's no-show at GLEX 2025 is a chilling reminder of prevailing financial and political troubles that affect prime space agencies. Although the success of India in organizing the conference speaks well of India's growing position in space exploration, NASA's absence says volumes about maintaining sustained support and funding towards global space collaborations. With the age of space exploration continuing to unfold, it will become important to tackle the financial and institutional issues that threaten to discourage large space agencies' participation in international discussion forums. Also Read | ISRO performs space 'dogfight' with twin satellites 500km above Earth, showcasing advanced orbital control
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India's space journey not about racing others, it's about reaching higher together: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said 'India's space journey is not about racing others, it is about reaching higher together. Together, we share a common goal to explore space for the good of humanity'.Addressing the Global Conference on Space Exploration (GLEX 2025) via a video message, Modi urged for collective growth via space exploration. 'India's space vision is grounded in the ancient wisdom of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', that is, the world is one family. We strive not just for our own growth, but to enrich global knowledge, address common challenges, and inspire future generations,' he said India is marching ahead with renewed confidence in the field of space exploration and its astronauts' footprints will be on the Moon. 'By 2035, the Bharatiya Antariksha Station will open new frontiers in research and global cooperation. By 2040, an India's footprints will be on the Moon. Mars and Venus are also on our radar,' he said.'Our first human space-flight mission, 'Gaganyaan', highlights our nation's rising aspirations,' Modi said referring to the mission planned for early 2027 launch. He said in the coming weeks, an Indian astronaut will travel to space as part of a joint Isro-Nasa mission to the International Space Station. The Axiom-4 mission is slated for launch in the first week of June and Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three others will undertake a 14-day sojourn to the orbital recalled that India's space journey started with the launch of a small rocket in 1963 and became the first nation to land near the South Pole of the Moon. 'Our journey has been remarkable. Our rockets carry more than carry the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians. India's achievements are significant scientific milestones. Beyond that, they are proof that the human spirit can defy gravity,' Modi India's space journey 'remarkable', he said, it reflects a 'declaration of curiosity, courage, and collective progress' rather than just a 'destination'.PM Modi listed space achievements like the successful Mars Mission Chandrayaan-1, Chandrayaan-2, Chandrayaan-3, the launch of cryogenic engines, and satellite docking, calling them 'significant scientific milestones'. 'We continue to march ahead with renewed confidence, pushing the boundaries of scientific exploration,' he said.'We built cryogenic engines in a record time. We launched 100 satellites in a single mission. We have launched over 400 satellites for 34 nations on our launch vehicles. This year, we docked two satellites in space, a major step forward,' PM Modi said.
