Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has reached a critical milestone in its journey toward space. Following a series of rigorous tests, including a successful integrated static fire test of the launch vehicle, the rocket is now poised for its inaugural flight. Scheduled to lift off no earlier than January 6, 2025, from Cape Canaveral, this marks a defining moment for Blue Origin as it positions itself among the leaders in commercial spaceflight.

Astronauts are often seen as pioneers of humanity, venturing into Space. However, their salaries are not as "astronomical" as one might imagine. The remuneration of astronauts in 2024 varies significantly depending on their employer, country of origin, and professional background. What would be your salary? Is it as you expected?

In a landmark development for private lunar exploration, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket will carry two private lunar landers — Resilience from Japan’s ispace and Blue Ghost from Texas-based Firefly Aerospace — on a shared mission set for mid-January 2025. The mission highlights the growing role of commercial ventures in space exploration and the burgeoning lunar economy.

Launched in 2018, the Parker Solar Probe embarked on an extraordinary journey to study the Sun’s corona—the outermost layer of the solar atmosphere. This groundbreaking mission aims to answer fundamental questions about solar physics, shedding light on the enigmatic processes driving our closest star.

The second launch of the Kairos rocket, developed by the Japanese startup Space One, failed on December 18, 2024, approximately three minutes after liftoff. The rocket self-destructed after detecting anomalies in the first-stage engine nozzle control and trajectory. This incident represents a significant setback for Space One, which aims to become a major player in the commercial space launch sector.

India’s journey into space exploration has transformed into a remarkable success story, driven by a combination of government-led initiatives and burgeoning private enterprises. As the country continues to make strides in space technology, both its public and private sectors are becoming global players in the space race. Here's an overview of India's key space entities and their vision for the future.
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In recent years, India has emerged as a formidable player in the global space sector. With a blend of cost-effective innovations, ambitious missions, and strategic vision, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has positioned India as a key contender in space exploration. From groundbreaking missions to interplanetary exploration to building a vibrant commercial satellite industry, India is redefining the boundaries of its space ambitions.

NASA is charting a bold course for human space exploration with the upcoming Artemis II mission. This historic flight will be the first crewed test of the Artemis program, laying the groundwork for humanity’s return to the Moon and paving the way for future missions to Mars. The mission is set to validate the capabilities of the Orion spacecraft in deep space and ensure readiness for subsequent lunar surface expeditions.

On December 5, 2024, the European Space Agency (ESA) achieved a significant milestone with the successful launch of the Sentinel-1C satellite aboard the Vega-C rocket from the European Spaceport in French Guiana. This event marked a dual triumph: the continuation of the Copernicus Earth Observation Program and the return to flight of Vega-C following its setback in 2022. Together, these achievements underscore Europe's commitment to space exploration and its vital role in addressing global challenges through cutting-edge technology.
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On December 5, 2024, the European Space Agency (ESA) launched Proba-3, a groundbreaking mission designed to unlock the mysteries of the Sun’s elusive corona. Comprised of two satellites flying in precise formation at a distance of 150 meters, the mission creates an artificial solar eclipse in space. This unique configuration enables extended observation of the faint solar corona, a part of the Sun’s atmosphere typically obscured by its intense light.
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