Innovative Companies Join Forces for New Space Program
The Space Development Agency (SDA) has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing satellite technology through its Hybrid Acquisition for Proliferated Low Earth Orbit program, known as HALO. In this endeavor, the agency has chosen 19 companies to participate,…
Concerns Grow Over Satellite Launches and Environmental Impact
A coalition of 120 scientists and space professionals is advocating for a halt on future Starlink satellite launches by SpaceX. They emphasize the need for an in-depth examination of the environmental implications associated with extensive satellite networks. In an official…
Powerful Cyclone Dana Approaches Odisha Coast
Cyclone Dana, categorized as a “very severe” storm, is on a rapid path toward the coast of Odisha, with predictions indicating landfall occurring between Bhitarkanika in Kendrapara and Dhamra in Bhadrak early Friday morning. The cyclone is anticipated to bring…
Azerbaijan’s Thriving Culture and Heritage
Azerbaijan is a nation rich in cultural diversity, blending various traditions and histories. Known for its unique blend of Eastern and Western influences, the country has a vibrant art scene encompassing music, dance, and visual arts. The capital city, Baku,…
Satellite Internet Rivalry in India: A New Era of Connectivity
The competition between major players in the Indian satellite internet sector is heating up, as two industry titans aim to revolutionize online access across the nation. Elon Musk’s Starlink is preparing to introduce its low-Earth orbit satellite services in India,…
Cyclone Dana Approaches Odisha: Government Mobilizes for Safety
Satellite imagery from Indian satellites reveals that Cyclone Dana is on a direct path towards the Odisha coast, with landfall anticipated early Friday morning. The storm, categorized as a severe cyclonic disturbance, was reported to be within 200 kilometers of…
Significant Milestone for NISAR Satellite Collaboration
NASA recently reached a pivotal moment in its joint satellite project with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) by delivering an essential component for the NISAR mission. The radar antenna reflector, delivered on October 23, 2024, at the ISRO facility…
Safaricom Set to Introduce Satellite Internet Services
Safaricom PLC is gearing up to launch its own satellite internet services, expanding its offerings in response to increasing competition from Starlink. The initiative comes amid a growing push for innovative internet solutions in Kenya, where the American company, founded…
International Efforts to Tackle Space Debris Expand
In a significant move toward addressing the escalating issue of space debris, the European Space Agency (ESA) is engaging in discussions with SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk. ESA’s Director General, Josef Aschbacher, highlighted that these conversations are…
Expansion of Satria-1 Satellite Network to Enhance Connectivity in Indonesia
ST Engineering iDirect has been chosen to extend the Satria-1 satellite network in Indonesia, marking a crucial step in the country’s efforts to broaden internet accessibility. The completion of Phase One laid a solid foundation with the establishment of a…