The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is India’s national space agency, headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1969, ISRO operates under the Department of Space and has been instrumental in advancing India’s capabilities in space science, satellite development, and launch technologies.

PSLV-C61 / EOS-09 (RISAT-1B): Scheduled for launch on May 18, 2025, at 5:59 AM IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, this mission will deploy the EOS-09 satellite, enhancing India’s Earth observation capabilities.
Source: Economic Times

Aditya-L1 Solar Observatory: ISRO’s first dedicated solar mission, Aditya-L1, has successfully captured significant solar events, including an X-class solar flare and plasma ejection, providing valuable data for space weather forecasting.
Source: The Times of India, Wikipedia

Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Program: ISRO is preparing for its first crewed space mission, Gaganyaan, with test flights planned in the near future. This mission aims to send Indian astronauts into low Earth orbit, marking a significant milestone in India’s space endeavors.
Source: The Indian Express

Chandrayaan-5 / Lupex Mission with JAXA: ISRO and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) are collaborating on the Chandrayaan-5 mission, aiming to explore the Moon’s south pole region. Recent meetings have solidified technical coordination between the two agencies.
Source: The Times of India

Space-Based Surveillance: ISRO operates a constellation of satellites, including the Cartosat and RISAT series, providing real-time surveillance and intelligence to support India’s defense and security operations.
Source: The Times of India

Space Agriculture Research: Indian astronaut Group Captain Sudhanshu Shukla is set to conduct experiments on growing superfoods like green gram and fenugreek in microgravity aboard the International Space Station, contributing to sustainable food solutions for long-duration space missions.
Source: The Times of India

Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) Development: ISRO is advancing its Reusable Launch Vehicle technology, aiming to reduce the cost of access to space. Successful tests have demonstrated autonomous landing capabilities, paving the way for future reusable space missions.
Source: Business Standard

Space Station Plans: Looking ahead, ISRO plans to establish India’s first space station by 2040, further expanding the nation’s presence in space exploration and research.
Source: The Times of India

For more detailed information and updates on ISRO’s missions and programs, you can visit their official website.