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Russia launches 73 satellites into three different orbits via Soyuz 2.1a rocket!

 The 73 satellites also include those from US, Germany, Norway, Canada and Japan.

Jul 15, 2017, 13:23 PM IST

NASA launching sounding rocket to create artificial clouds tonight

The next liftoff attempt has been rescheduled for Monday, June 12, with a launch window from 9:04 to 9:19 p.m. EDT, says NASA.

Jun 12, 2017, 09:42 AM IST

NASA postpones launch of sounding rocket until June 11

The Sunday launch from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility was scrubbed due to clouds impacting the ability to test the new ampoule ejection system designed to support studies of the ionosphere and aurora.

Jun 05, 2017, 18:42 PM IST

Save the date! ISRO announces launch schedule of GSLV Mark-III – India's heaviest rocket

 The GSLV-MK III-D1 is a three-stage vehicle with two solid motor strap-ons, a liquid propellant core stage and a cryogenic stage (C25).

May 30, 2017, 22:13 PM IST

New Zealand reaches for the stars, could soon surpass US frequency in launching commercial rockets!

Rocket Lab is planning the first launch of its Electron rocket sometime from Monday, depending on conditions.

May 21, 2017, 10:01 AM IST

Strike-delayed European rocket launches in French Guiana

SGDC will provide strategic communications for the Brazilian government and military, and beam broadband services across the country, helping to provide internet access to remote and underserved communities.

May 06, 2017, 10:42 AM IST

NASA to broadcast world’s first live 360 degree video of rocket launch on April 18!

The US space agency NASA, in coordination with United Launch Alliance (ULA) and Orbital ATK, will broadcast the world’s first live 360-degree stream of a rocket launch on April 18.

Apr 15, 2017, 11:06 AM IST

SpaceX set for Numero Uno recycled rocket launch

The goal of the launch, scheduled for 6:27 pm (2227 GMT) from Cape Canaveral, Florida, is to send a communications satellite for Luxembourg-based company SES into a distant orbit.

Mar 30, 2017, 11:30 AM IST

Japan aborts mini-rocket launch due to communication failure

The rocket fell into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Uchinoura.

Jan 15, 2017, 14:00 PM IST

What a comeback! SpaceX launches first rocket after September explosion

Lift-off finally came Saturday at 5:54 p.m. (local time) as planned.

Jan 15, 2017, 09:59 AM IST

India to maximise rocket capability for more launches

India would maximise its rocket capability to launch more satellites for maximum return on investment, its space agency chief said on Wednesday.

Jan 11, 2017, 23:38 PM IST

ISRO to make commercial use of multiple burn technology in today's rocket launch

In an unprecedented event, Indian space agency ISRO, will be making commercial use its own multiple burn technology while launching eight satellites - five foreign and three domestic - in different orbits today.

Sep 25, 2016, 20:49 PM IST

China all set to launch second space lab Tiangong-2 next week!

Considering all goes well, China will launch Tianzhou-1 – China’s first refueling and cargo vessel – which will visit Tiangong-2 in the first half of the next year. Long March 7 rocket will be used to blast Tianzhou-1.

Sep 11, 2016, 10:18 AM IST

India becomes world's 6th country to successfully carry out cryogenic engine test!

Earlier this year, ISRO had successfully launched satellites to activate its regional navigation system and a reusable launch vehicle.

Sep 10, 2016, 19:37 PM IST

SpaceX used Falcon 9 rocket relaunch on the cards in September?

Musk didn't reveal any details regarding the mission, however, it will obvioulsy be a big one for SpaceX.

Jun 08, 2016, 19:27 PM IST

Cabinet approves procurement of launch services for GSAT-11

GSAT-11 will be ready for launch by the end of 2016.

Mar 24, 2016, 09:16 AM IST

UN Security Council condemns North Korea missile launches

 The United Nations Security Council on Friday "strongly condemned" and "expressed grave concern" over North Korea`s recent ballistic missile launches, saying the action was unacceptable and clearly violated U.N. resolutions

Mar 19, 2016, 05:54 AM IST

Barack Obama slaps new sanctions on North Korea after tests

President Barack Obama imposed sweeping new sanctions on North Korea on Wednesday intended to further isolate the country`s leadership after recent actions by Pyongyang that have been seen by Washington and its allies as provocative.

Mar 17, 2016, 04:58 AM IST

UN imposes toughest-ever North Korea sanctions

The UN Security Council today unanimously adopted the toughest sanctions ever imposed on North Korea in response to its fourth nuclear test and rocket launch.

Mar 03, 2016, 01:24 AM IST

US jets fly over South Korea in show of force against Pyongyang

At least four US F-22 stealth fighters flew over South Korea`s airspace on Wednesday in an apparent show of force toward North Korea`s recent nuclear test and rocket launch.

Feb 17, 2016, 15:46 PM IST