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Space pioneer U R Rao passes into the ages

Dr Rao accelerated the development of rocket technology which led to the successful launch of ASLV and PSLV satellites.

China: A smuggling platform for Iranian N-programme

As enforcement efforts have tightened globally, Iran is using China as a platform to smuggle sanctioned goods for its controversial nuclear programme, according to a United States think-tank.

Setback for ISRO: Launch of navigation satellite unsuccessful

A S Kiran Kumar, chief of ISRO, said the mission was unsuccessful because the satellite housed within the heat sink could not be injected.

FAQ: What the big Iran deal is all about

FAQ: What the big Iran deal is all about

After 20 months of hectic negotiations, Iran and six major powers have reached a historic deal to limit Teheran's nuclear programme in return for lifting of sanctions. Let's understand closely what the deal is all about.