SpaceX to Lower Starlink Satellites Altitude in 2026
SpaceX announces a major orbital shift for its Starlink network, lowering thousands of satellites to 480 km to reduce collision risk and debris. Read the full details.
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Starlink to lower satellite orbit for safety in 2026
SpaceX will move its Starlink satellites from 550 km to 480 km orbit in 2026 to reduce collision risk and space debris. The decision follows a satellite failure and aims to make crowded low Earth orbit safer.
Space debris crack delays Shenzhou-20 crew return from Tiangong
A tiny crack from space debris forced China to delay its Shenzhou-20 crew return for 9 days. Discover how a 1mm object caused major orbital safety concerns. Read the full analysis.
Indian Space Startups Scale Up, Fuel $44B Economy Vision
India's space-tech startups are entering commercial phase, boosting downstream demand. Satellite data becomes a mainstream tool, with the market set to grow at 15-21% CAGR. Discover how startups like Skyroot and Agnikul are leading the charge.
China's IPO Fast Track for Reusable Rocket Companies
China is accelerating its space race with SpaceX by allowing unprofitable reusable rocket firms to list on the STAR market. Learn how new rules aim to close the technological gap.
ISRO's talent retention challenge amid private space boom
ISRO's commercial success is evident, but retaining top talent is its next strategic hurdle as private startups poach engineers. A revamp of its pay structure is crucial for India's space autonomy.
Trump's New Space Order: Moon by 2028, Mars Mission
US President Donald Trump reveals an ambitious executive order for space, targeting a 2028 Moon return, a Mars mission, and a $50 billion commercial space economy. Read the full details.
SpaceX Starship Blast Put 3 Flights, 450 People in Danger
FAA documents reveal SpaceX's January Starship explosion created a 50-minute debris shower, forcing JetBlue, Iberia flights into fuel emergencies. Read the full investigation.
First wheelchair user reaches space on Blue Origin flight
Michaela Benthaus, a German engineer, made history as the first wheelchair user to travel to space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard. Her journey marks a giant leap for accessibility in space tourism. Read her inspiring story!
Starlink Satellite Loses Contact, Will Burn Up in Atmosphere
A SpaceX Starlink satellite experienced an anomaly, lost communication, and is now tumbling towards Earth. No risk to ISS. Read the full details on the incident and SpaceX's response.
IN-SPACe to Set Up Antariksh Prayogshala in 7 Institutions
IN-SPACe's new Space Labs initiative will fund state-of-the-art facilities in 7 universities to bridge the gap between academia and India's booming private space sector. Discover how this shapes future talent.
SpaceX Starlink Satellite Lost, Creates Orbital Debris
SpaceX loses contact with a Starlink satellite after a mishap, raising concerns about space debris. Read the full report on the potential risks to other satellites.
India's Space Industry Attracts Record $150M Funding
India's private space sector has secured a record $150M in FY25, with total investments expected to cross $200M. INSPACe Chairman highlights policy reforms and growing demand driving the boom. Discover the future of India's space economy.
SpaceX IPO 2026 Speculation Grows Despite Musk's Preference
Elon Musk's net worth hits $600 billion amid SpaceX IPO talks for 2026. Analysts debate public listing vs. private control. Explore the potential $800B valuation and regulatory hurdles.
Digantara raises $50M for space surveillance satellites
Bengaluru-based space tech startup Digantara secures $50 million in funding to deploy a constellation of 15 space-based surveillance satellites, expanding its global operations for space domain awareness. Read more about this strategic move.
SpaceX Aims for 2026 IPO, Eyes AI Data Centers in Orbit
SpaceX's valuation hits $800B as Elon Musk eyes a 2026 IPO. The new frontier? AI data centers in space, powered by the sun, to overcome Earth's bottlenecks. Read the full analysis.
STMicro ships 5B chips for SpaceX Starlink, volume may double
STMicroelectronics has shipped over 5 billion chips for SpaceX's Starlink. The deal, a decade in making, may see volumes double in two years, fueling the commercial space boom. Read more.
Russian cosmonaut replaced in NASA-SpaceX ISS mission
Veteran cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev pulled from Crew-12 mission. Roscosmos confirms replacement by Andrei Fedyayev amid security speculation. Launch set for February 2026. Read the full story.
Who Leads in Reusable Rocket Technology?
Explore the global race for reusable rockets. Discover ISRO's RLV-TD success, SpaceX's Falcon 9 dominance, and Blue Origin's New Shepard. Learn why this tech is a game-changer for space exploration and cost reduction.
SpaceX targets $800bn valuation in share sale, eyes 2026 IPO
SpaceX's new secondary share sale could double its valuation to $800 billion, making it the top US private firm. The company is also considering a long-awaited IPO next year. Read more.
SpaceX valuation may hit $800B in insider share sale
Elon Musk's SpaceX plans an insider share sale that could value the company at a staggering $800 billion, setting a new record for a private firm. Discover the details and potential IPO plans.
Altman's Space Ambitions Challenge Musk's SpaceX Dominance
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explores multi-billion dollar space ventures to rival Elon Musk's SpaceX. Details on stalled Stoke Space talks and his new Neuralink competitor, Merge Labs. Read the full story.
Sam Altman's SpaceX Rivalry Plan: Rocket Deal Talks Stalled
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explored a multi-billion dollar deal to acquire or partner with rocket company Stoke Space, aiming to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX. The talks, now inactive, highlight Altman's ambitions for orbital AI data centers. Read the full s
India's Space Station: Lessons from ISS Veteran
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla reveals what the International Space Station achieved, its struggles, and crucial lessons for India's own orbital platform planned for 2028.
PM Modi Hails Gen Z for India's Space Sector Revolution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauds Generation Z's pivotal role in India's booming space sector with over 300 startups. Discover how young innovators are transforming space technology.
Astronauts Celebrate Thanksgiving on Space Station
ISS astronauts enjoy special Thanksgiving meal 250 miles above Earth. Discover the gourmet space food bringing comfort to crew members in isolation. Read more!
Google's Space AI Chips: Sundar Pichai's 2027 Vision
Google CEO Sundar Pichai reveals plans to deploy AI processing hardware in space by 2027 to meet growing computing demands. Discover how space-based TPUs could revolutionize AI.
Space Thanksgiving: ISS Crew Enjoy Special Cosmic Feast
NASA astronauts aboard International Space Station celebrate Thanksgiving with gourmet meal while three new crew members prepare for launch. Read about space traditions!
India's First Mini Space Telescope Passes Critical Tests
Hyderabad startup EON Space Labs successfully tests MIRA, India's first indigenous miniaturized space telescope, qualifying it for December 2025 space mission. Discover this breakthrough!
Chinese Astronauts Stranded in Space Rescue Mission
Three Chinese astronauts stranded on Tiangong space station after space debris damage. China launches emergency Shenzhou-22 rescue mission in unprecedented space operation.
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