In this exclusive conversation with NDTV, Pawan Kumar Chandana, CEO and Co-Founder of Skyroot Aerospace, reflects on the historic success of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle to successfully reach orbit on its maiden mission.
Chandana explains why the mission is a landmark not just for Skyroot, but for India and the global space industry. He speaks about the coincidence of Vikram-1's success on the anniversary of SLV-3's first successful launch, the tribute paid to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, and how the company celebrated the achievement.
Donkeys were fed gulab jamuns in Bhopal as part of a ritual seeking rainfall. Many districts in Madhya Pradesh have recorded below-normal precipitation this monsoon season. Participants offered prayers to Indra, the Hindu god of rain, for good showers. Bhopal has received above-normal rainfall, while other areas face deficits. A wet spell is anticipated across Madhya Pradesh starting Sunday.
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A week-long mystery ended with the exhumation of a 16-year-old girl's body. The accused minor boy's uncle confessed to the crime while intoxicated. The teenagers had eloped from Bengaluru and were living as daily wage earners. An argument led to an accidental discharge of a gun, causing the girl's death. Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the incident.
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Authorities have temporarily suspended the Amarnath and Vaishno Devi Yatras due to inclement weather. The decision was made as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of all pilgrims. Pilgrims are advised to remain patient and follow official communication channels for updates. The Shri Amarnathji Yatra will remain suspended from both Pahalgam and Baltal routes. The Yatra will resume once weather conditions are deemed safe for travel.
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No two classes of citizens: Bombay HC warns against illegal home modifications, directs state to frame guidelines
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Farmers demand CCTV cameras at paddy procurement centres
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24 king cobra hatchlings released in forest after 6-week community vigil in Anakapalle dist
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AP CM Targets Garbage-Free State by Oct 2
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1st state-wide owl survey records 11 species across 13 dists in 4 months
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Bantwal murder accused continues to be in ICU
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During his captivity, Prakasam was chained and forced to work at a brick kiln and rear around 30 buffalos in a shed. He was denied alternate clothing and a proper sleeping space. He was provided with a blanket that was drenched in cow dung and urine.
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Three held with 8.6kg ganja worth Rs 4.3 lakh in Trichy
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After scripting history with India's first private orbital launch, Skyroot sets sights on monthly commercial missions and becoming a global satellite launch service provider.
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CBSE announced Class X Second Board Exam 2026 results with a 59.95 percent pass rate for main candidates and 52.40 percent for compartment students, totaling 96.78 percent overall pass rate.
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