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In pursuit of bigger dreams

In pursuit of bigger dreams

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

With the launch of GSLV-MK III, slated for April, it will be able to cater to bigger satellites as well.

The young Indians who are shooting for the moon

The young Indians who are shooting for the moon

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Some time before December 31, 2017, Bengaluru based Team Indus aims to land a vehicle on the moon.

India's first indigenous anti-submarine warfare ship ready

India's first indigenous anti-submarine warfare ship ready

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

India's first indigenously-built anti-submarine warfare corvette INS Kamorta is ready to be commissioned into the Indian Navy next month, defence officials said in Kolkata.

Is this how India is funding the stand-off with China?

Is this how India is funding the stand-off with China?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Has the army confronted China, equipping itself with emergency purchases that have been largely paid for by pensioners, asks Ajai Shukla.

How I became an expert on lehngas

How I became an expert on lehngas

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

It's easier to see a heart surgeon than a designer whose appearances on social pages far outnumber their presence before clients, notes Kishore Singh.

Seahawks for Navy: India, US to seal deal

Seahawks for Navy: India, US to seal deal

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

Given the urgency, the Indian Navy is buying 24 MH-60R Seahawks in flyaway condition, and plans to build another 99 in India through the strategic partnership route.

What will Kim Jong Un do next?

What will Kim Jong Un do next?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Kim did not rule out diplomacy with the Biden administration despite that Pyongyang called Biden a 'rabid dog' after Biden labelled Kim a 'thug'.

Father's advice: 'Life goes on; you are not alone'

Father's advice: 'Life goes on; you are not alone'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

Tushar Kulkarni, 40 from Dombivali, Mumbai tells us what he learned from his father.

Islamic State case: Court sends 10 accused to 12-day NIA custody

Islamic State case: Court sends 10 accused to 12-day NIA custody

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

NIA had sought 15-day custodial interrogation of the accused who were arrested from various parts of the national capital and Uttar Pradesh.

What can we expect from the Kim-Moon summit?

What can we expect from the Kim-Moon summit?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

'Much depends on Moon's persuasive skill to make both Trump and Kim shed some of their rigidity and be flexible to accommodate contrarian viewpoints,' says Dr Rajaram Panda.

The consortium powering India's space race

The consortium powering India's space race

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

ISRO has an opportunity to be the one-stop shop for satellite manufacturing, and Alpha Design is just the booster it needed.

Why India's Chandrayaan-2 won't leave earth

Why India's Chandrayaan-2 won't leave earth

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

There appears to be uncertainty over availability of a lander from Russia even as the 'desi' rocket to launch the space odyssey would take time to become operational.

How Indian students built world's thinnest satellite in 6 days

How Indian students built world's thinnest satellite in 6 days

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

They made history for India and the world.

IAF bids farewell to 'Bahadur' MiG-27 ML

IAF bids farewell to 'Bahadur' MiG-27 ML

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

MiG-27 ML had proved its worth in various operations, including in Kargil and earned rich accolades in numerous international exercises held in India.

Tatas merge aerospace, defence bis under one entity

Tatas merge aerospace, defence bis under one entity

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

'Tata A&D, when formed, will be better equipped to execute larger and more complex projects and be more globally competitive as part of the global supply chain.'

China plans to build huge space solar power station

China plans to build huge space solar power station

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

The power station would be a super spacecraft on a eosynchronous orbit.

Desi among 12 NASA astronauts chosen from 18,300

Desi among 12 NASA astronauts chosen from 18,300

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Lt Col Raja "Grinder" Chari, 39 is in the batch of 2017.

L&T in French JV for missile system

L&T in French JV for missile system

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Tie-up with MBDA will have Indian partner as majority shareholder; first product likely in 2 years.

Is Ducati Panigale V4 the undisputed king of superbikes?

Is Ducati Panigale V4 the undisputed king of superbikes?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

The new Panigale V4 S' sheer performance, dynamic ability and the ease with which it is delivered leaves one in no doubt about the absolute punch that this motorcycle packs.

First orbit raising operation of GSAT-6 completes successfully

First orbit raising operation of GSAT-6 completes successfully

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

"First orbit raising operation of GSAT-6 was successfully completed by firing the Apogee Motor for 3385 seconds at 8:35 pm IST on August 28," the ISRO said.

Lift off! China launches 2 astronauts on its longest space mission

Lift off! China launches 2 astronauts on its longest space mission

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Chinese astronauts Jing Haipeng, 50, and Chen Dong, 37, were blasted off into space by Shenzhou-11 (heavenly vessel) spacecraft.

Israel intensifies Gaza attacks, 100 Palestinians killed in 1 day

Israel intensifies Gaza attacks, 100 Palestinians killed in 1 day

Rediff.com29 Jul 2014

Fighting between Israel and Hamas intensified in Gaza on Tuesday after a brief lull as both sides ignored international calls for restraint and the Jewish state warned of a "prolonged" war that has killed 1,088 Palestinians and 56 Israelis in more than three weeks.

SEE: First batch of Rafale jets flies out of France for India

SEE: First batch of Rafale jets flies out of France for India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

The aircraft flew out from the airbase in the French port city of Bordeaux and will cover a distance of nearly 7,000 km with air-to-air refuelling and a single stop in the United Arab Emirates before arriving at Ambala airbase on Wednesday, officials said.

Bike Review: Triumph Street Triple 675

Bike Review: Triumph Street Triple 675

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

The Triumph Street Triple 675 is a classy, sporty motorcycle with probably a performance which is best suited to our riding conditions. It is the best upgrade from a 300-400 cc machine. This indeed is one of the finest performance bikes we have ridden.

Too hot to handle: A fierce, desi Lara Croft!

Too hot to handle: A fierce, desi Lara Croft!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

This desi Lara Croft swooped into Mumbai for Comic Con and had us floored!

NASA's InSight lander touches down on Mars

NASA's InSight lander touches down on Mars

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

'InSight will study the interior of Mars and will teach us valuable science as we prepare to send astronauts to the Moon and later to Mars.'

2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R: Review

2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R: Review

Rediff.com9 May 2016

If you have the money and are looking for a fast and comfortable sports tourer, then the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R is a good option, says Tushar Kamath

US Congress passes Trump's landmark tax reform bill

US Congress passes Trump's landmark tax reform bill

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

The momentous occasion came when the House of Representatives passed the $1.5 trillion (Rs 96 lakh crore) tax reform bill for the second time by 224 to 201 votes to clear the technical snag in the passage of the bill, which was passed by the Senate and House earlier.

'Vested interests want private players in space'

'Vested interests want private players in space'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'ISRO facilities are very expensive and any damage caused by these start-ups can create havoc to our space programme.'

What the Raksha Mantri must do

What the Raksha Mantri must do

Rediff.com8 Jun 2019

Ajai Shukla presents an action plan for Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to fix the systemic weaknesses in defence.

First batch of 5 Rafale jets land at Ambala air base

First batch of 5 Rafale jets land at Ambala air base

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The fleet landed at Al Dhafra airbase on Monday in the United Arab Emirates after flying for over seven hours from the Merignac airbase. It was the only stopover by the jets while flying from France to India.

PM thanks Fiji for its role in success of India's Mangalyaan mission

PM thanks Fiji for its role in success of India's Mangalyaan mission

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Utilising his visit to Fiji, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday acknowledged the role played by this tiny South Pacific Island nation in the success of India's Mars mission in the very first attempt and offered to make it the hub for regional collaboration in space.

Don't grieve for me, I was born to fly

Don't grieve for me, I was born to fly

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Wing Commander Sahil Gandhi was among the best fighter pilots of the Indian Air Force. He perished when the Hawk aircraft he was flying had a mid air collision in Bengaluru on February 19. Those who had flown with him tell Archana Masih/Rediff.com about the skilled flyer who had a fan following among young pilots.

What's so special about Kawasaki Z250 and ER-6n?

What's so special about Kawasaki Z250 and ER-6n?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

The Kawasaki Z250 is its most affordable bike at Rs 3 lakh. Kawasaki ER-6n is a performance bike that will set you back by Rs 4.78 lakh!

India's one giant leap: Mangalyaan enters Mars orbit

India's one giant leap: Mangalyaan enters Mars orbit

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

India successfully placed its spacecraft in orbit around Mars, becoming the first country in the world to succeed in such an inter-planetary mission in the maiden attempt itself.

'Why India MUST send an Indian into space

'Why India MUST send an Indian into space

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

'When the Americans are talking about colonising Mars by 2030, India cannot be lagging behind.'

'Human sacrifice' at CERN in front of Shiva statue?

'Human sacrifice' at CERN in front of Shiva statue?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Scientist are flabbergasted by the video showing an alleged human sacrifice near a Chola period statue gifted to CERN by India.

India reaches Red Planet, but at home red tape binds space firms

India reaches Red Planet, but at home red tape binds space firms

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Godrej and some other firms are frustrated at what they say is the slow execution of projects and lack of government support, which are hampering India's efforts to compete with China and Russia as a cheaper option for launching satellites.

India's space programme is a Phoenix

India's space programme is a Phoenix

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

'It is time we Indians learnt to believe in ourselves, and stopped questioning our own capabilities every time a space launch is not a glorious success,' says M D Riti.