In a groundbreaking achievement for India's private space sector, Agnikul Cosmos has triumphantly launched its SOrTeD mission.
This mission showcased a single-stage launch vehicle demonstration powered by a semi-cryogenic 3D-printed engine. Lasting around two minutes, the mission represents a significant leap forward in the development of indigenous space technology, both for the company and the nation.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) extended its congratulations to the Chennai-based space startup, hailing the launch as "a major milestone." Taking off from India's inaugural private launchpad, ALP-01, situated at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, the SOrTeD mission was initially slated for April 7 but faced delays due to technical issues.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, legal expert Harish Salve discussed the constitutional crisis in West Bengal following Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign despite losing her seat and the decisive mandate against her party.
An India Today ground report from Tehran details the ongoing conflict, its impact on the city's infrastructure and how Iranians have gathered at Enghelab Square to demonstrate solidarity and unity amid war.
The Congress state unit in Tamil Nadu held an online meeting and decided to extend support to TVK. Congress is seeking a power-sharing agreement and is likely to demand two cabinet portfolios, along with a few board and corporation chairman posts, and other government roles such as trust members and directors.
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