TRAINING MISSIONS
Meet Jared Isaacman, an entrepreneur who is set to create history with first-ever private spacewalk
Jared Isaacman, billionaire founder of Shift4 Payments, is set to lead the Polaris Dawn mission for the first private spacewalk. Backed by SpaceX, the mission includes a team of former Air Force pilot Scott Poteet and SpaceX engineers Anna Menon and Sarah Gillis. The five-day mission aims to reach 870 miles from Earth.
SpaceX's first private spacewalking mission: Here's all you need to know
SpaceX is all set for first private spacewalk next week. Funded by Jared Isaacman, the mission will test SpaceX's new spacesuits. This five-day mission includes a spacewalk on the third day, involving spacewalks by Isaacman and another crew member.
Is Sunita Williams feeling lonely at space station? NASA shares her daily routine
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are actively working aboard the International Space Station (ISS) after arriving on June 6. Despite technical issues with their spacecraft, the Boeing Starliner, they are engaged in scientific research and maintenance tasks. While their return is uncertain, NASA is considering options including a possible extended stay until early 2025 or a return via SpaceX Crew-9.
Mission board: Women take new course of action to get 'board-ready'
Indian women are increasingly joining programs to enhance their chances of securing corporate board positions. These programs, run by academic and private organisations, offer essential skills and networking. Although women's representation on boards has grown since the Companies Act 2013, challenges in diversity and inclusion continue to persist. Specialized technological understanding is crucial for effective board decisions.
200 Delhi women to be trained to fly drone
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena introduced a scheme training 200 women to fly drones, providing pilot licences. Named 'Namo Drone Didi', it aims to empower rural women and involves drone demonstrations in city villages. Trainees get drones for jobs in surveys, event shoots, and agriculture, funded through Corporate Social Responsibility.
EU review does not recommend sending military trainers to Ukraine for now, media report says
The EU's diplomatic service asked member states to better adapt their military training mission for Ukraine to match Kyiv's needs but did not recommend sending instructors into the country. The EUMAM mission has already trained 60,000 Ukrainian troops. The mission faces logistical and security challenges, including equipment shortages. Kyiv's request for training on Ukrainian soil remains controversial due to potential security risks and provocation to Russia. Further evaluation of this request is needed.
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PM Modi’s Ukraine Visit: Inside Rail Force One, the lavish train crossing war-hit regions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ukraine is a historic event, marking the first time an Indian leader has visited the country since its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. His journey aboard the high-security "Rail Force One" train underscores the unique logistical challenges and security concerns in the war-torn region. Modi’s visit is a significant diplomatic engagement that highlights global efforts to address the ongoing conflict and showcases the resilience of Ukraine's rail network in supporting these critical missions.
ISRO chief S. Somanath expresses concern about Sunita Williams stuck in space, questions whether delay is an ' unnecessary risk'
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams remains in space past her scheduled return due to issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. ISRO Chief Dr. S. Somanath confirmed that India currently cannot assist with the rescue, which may involve US or Russian spacecraft. NASA is exploring the possibility of using SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission for their return, potentially delaying it until early 2025. Dr. Somanath assured that health concerns are manageable and radiation levels are not a significant issue.
Indian astronaut likely to fly to International Space Station by April next year: Jitendra Singh
An Indian astronaut is set to travel to the International Space Station in April next year as part of a collaboration between NASA and ISRO. Group Captains Shubhanshu Shukla and Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair are undergoing training for the Axiom Space Ax-4 mission, with Shukla assigned for the mission and Nair as the backup candidate. ISRO will release scientific data from Chandrayaan-3 on August 23 during National Space Day celebrations.
How 1925 Kakori train dacoity led India to a revolutionary path for Independence
The Kakori train robbery, executed by the Hindustan Republican Association on August 9, 1925, aimed to fund the Indian independence movement. Key revolutionaries like Ashfaqullah Khan participated. The British arrested many members, leading to their sentencing and execution, marking a significant event in India's fight for freedom.
ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2024: Driving change through tech-enabled solutions and industry collaboration
At the Mumbai edition of the ‘The Safety Circuit: Enhancing Safety Standards in Modern Logistics and Supply Chains’ roundtable, organised by The Economic Times and powered by Netradyne, industry leaders convened to share technology-backed strategies and advocated for a cultural shift for making roads safer and saving lives.
Iran to deliver hundreds of ballistic missiles to Russia soon, intel sources say
Dozens of Russian military personnel are being trained in Iran to use the Fath-360 close-range ballistic missile system, according to two European intelligence sources. The sources also indicated that they expected the imminent delivery of hundreds of the satellite-guided weapons to Russia for its war in Ukraine.
'New World' Alert
Nasa's Apollo mission training took place on a Navajo reservation, where a Navajo elder recorded a message warning lunar inhabitants to beware of those trying to steal land. The younger tribe members and officials refused to translate the message, which perplexed the Nasa team seeking promotional opportunities during the training exercise.
Nearly 31 lakh central govt employees undergoing training under Mission Karmayogi: Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Jitendra Singh said nearly 31 lakh central government employees had been trained under Mission Karmayogi. The initiative aims to standardize civil service training and improve efficiency. The Capacity Building Commission will hold a convention on August 12, and Singh will unveil several initiatives, including 'Amrit Gyan Kosh', a knowledge bank for shared learning resources.
MSDE delinks placement from skilling under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0
Placements were tracked in the short-term training (STT) component across the first three versions of the scheme-PMKVY 1.0, PMKVY 2.0 and PMKVY 3.0-implemented from FY 2015-16 to FY 2021-22. However, in PMKVY 4.0, the current version of the scheme being implemented from FY 2022-23 onwards, placement is delinked, Jayant Chaudhary, minister of state (independent charge), ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship (MSDE) said in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on Monday.
One Gaganyan astronaut to travel to ISS in joint mission with NASA, says govt
An Indian astronaut from the Gaganyan mission will visit the International Space Station in a collaboration between ISRO and NASA. Union Minister Jitendra Singh reported significant progress in astronaut training and mission component testing, including propulsion and crew escape systems. These advancements were discussed in the Lok Sabha.
Gaganyaan mission update: One ISRO astronaut to undertake space travel to ISS post-August, says Minister Jitendra Singh
Space Minister Jitendra Singh announced in Lok Sabha that an Indian astronaut named Gaganyaatri from ISRO will travel to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a joint mission with NASA and Axiom Space. The mission is set to launch no earlier than August 2024. This follows the signing of a space flight agreement between ISRO and Axiom Space.
Two ISRO astronauts to begin training at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston for Gaganyaan mission
In August 2024, two Indian astronauts will start training at NASA’s Johnson Space Center for the Axiom-4 mission, which will mark India’s first crewed visit to the ISS. This Indo-US collaboration is a significant milestone in the Gaganyaan program, reflecting the growing partnership in space exploration. The astronauts will undergo rigorous training to prepare for their historic mission later this year.
NASA pulls plug on $450 million VIPER Rover Mission, eyes new lunar projects
NASA has cancelled its $450 million VIPER mission, citing cost increases, delays, and future risks. Despite this, NASA remains committed to lunar exploration, emphasizing the use of technology developed for VIPER in future missions. NASA will repurpose VIPER's components and seek interest from partners to use the rover system. The decision allows NASA to preserve funds and focus on other missions, including the Polar Resources Ice Mining Experiment-1 (PRIME-1) in 2024 and future lunar initiatives under the Artemis and CLPS programs.
Zen Technologies launches AI-powered robot for global defense market
Zen Technologies and its subsidiary AI Turing Technologies have introduced advanced defense solutions including Prahasta, an AI-driven quadruped robot for real-time 3D mapping. Other innovations include Hawkeye, an anti-drone camera, Barbarik-URCWS, the world's lightest remote weapon station, and Sthir Stab 640, a stabilized sight for armored vehicles. These products aim to enhance mission planning, navigation, and combat effectiveness while reducing personnel risk. Zen Technologies' Chairman highlighted their commitment to integrating cutting-edge robotics into defense operations, reflecting in a 5% rise in their BSE share price.
Indian Army's HAWS mountaineers brave avalanche to recover fallen comrades
The High Altitude Warfare School (HAWS) of the Indian Army successfully completed Operation RTG to recover the mortal remains of three soldiers trapped in a crevasse on Mount Kun. The mission, involving 88 expert mountaineers, overcame extreme conditions and exemplified the core values of HAWS. The operation brought closure to the families of the fallen soldiers and highlighted the unwavering commitment of the Indian Army.
Two Russian warships sent on training mission to Asia-Pacific waters, Interfax reports
Two Russian navy corvettes, Rezky and Gromky, departed from Vladivostok for training missions in the Asia-Pacific region. They practiced emergency battle preparations, repelling UAV raids, and conducted exercises to search for and destroy mock enemy submarines. The corvettes will also work on air and anti-sabotage defense at sea. The Rezky, capable of combating enemy submarines, surface vessels, and aircraft, joined the Pacific Fleet in 2023, while the Gromky has been in service since 2018.
NASA to train ISRO astronauts for ISS trip
NASA and ISRO collaborate to train an Indian astronaut for an ISS mission, enhancing Indo-US space partnership through iCET technology. NASA administrator Bill Nelson emphasised joint efforts to advance human spaceflight and benefit humanity. India and the US aim to deepen interoperability in space, provide advanced training for Indian astronauts, and launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar to combat climate change.
NASA chief says US and India to expand collaboration in space; to train Indian astronaut for ISS
NASA administrator Bill Nelson announced an expanded collaboration with India, including a joint effort aboard the International Space Station with an Indian astronaut. The US and India aim to deepen interoperability in space, commencing advanced training for ISRO astronauts at NASA's Johnson Space Centre. Efforts will support future human spaceflight and address global challenges.
Sports Ministry approves foreign training for Lakshya and Sindhu ahead of Olympics
Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen and P V Sindhu will train in France and Germany respectively for their Olympic preparations with financial assistance from the Mission Olympic Cell.
Govt saying aye to laying strong AI foundation
The government may rope in higher education institutes, key researchers for the model that can be customised for wide range of applications. It will be trained on publicly available data, digitised records of books, journals and research papers from public libraries.
Skilling and education has been embedded to allow portability to the youth: MSDE Secretary Atul Kumar Tiwari
Addressing a session at the Confederation of Indian Industry’s Annual Business Summit 2024, Tiwari said the idea is to bring skilling and education on a common platform which enables multiple entry and exits between education, skilling and employment through credits that in turn will help individuals scale up in their careers.
Centre aims to train 600,000 workers to power Green H2 goal
Government aims to develop 600,000 skilled workers for National Green Hydrogen Mission by 2030, identified by Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and MNRE. Skilling includes renewable energy generation, hydrogen production, transformation, storage, transport, and end use applications, requiring specific skill sets and a coordinated programme between institutions.
United World Wrestling suspends Bajrang Punia; Sports Authority of India approves training abroad but wrestler cancels trip
United World Wrestling (UWW) suspended Bajrang Punia till the end of the year for refusing National Anti Doping Agency's (NADA's) dope test. The wrestler contested whereabouts failure notice from NADA and denied refusal to test. Mission Olympic Cell had approved training funds for Punia despite NADA's actions. Bajrang cancelled training plans and filed a reply to NADA.
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