Chandrayaan 4

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla celebrated the Artemis II Moon mission launch, drawing parallels to his own experiences at Kennedy Space Center. He highlighted the historic significance of the launch pad, echoing Neil Armstrong's legacy. Shukla expressed pride in witnessing the astronauts' journey, underscoring India's growing collaboration with NASA through the Artemis Accords and its independent lunar ambitions.

India's ISRO is planning ambitious future missions, including Chandrayaan-4 for lunar sample return and Chandrayaan-5 with a heavier, longer-lasting lander. Future endeavors also encompass Mars landing and Venus missions, alongside the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program aiming for astronaut launches within two years.

"We are targeting 2028 for Chandrayaan-4," Isro chairman V Narayanan had earlier said. According to Isro officials, they had zeroed in on four sites of the Mons Mouton (MM) and found one of them suitable for landing on the lunar surface. Mons Mouton is a region on the Moon. Officials said they had identified locations -- MM-1, MM-3, MM-4 and MM-5. Of them, MM-4 was chosen for the landing.

The Union Cabinet has approved expansions in India's space exploration programs such as Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan follow-up missions, and the Venus Orbiter Mission. Chandrayaan-4 will include two spacecraft stacks for lunar sample collection and return. This mission aims to advance India's space capabilities using upgraded LVM-3 rockets.

India is preparing for Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5 missions after Chandrayaan-3’s success. Chandrayaan-4 aims to return lunar samples through a two-phase launch strategy, while Chandrayaan-5, in collaboration with JAXA, will explore the Moon's shadowed regions. These missions highlight India's expanding role in space exploration and international partnerships.

Isro will launch two rockets for Chandrayaan-4, consisting of five spacecraft modules, to bring back moon samples and make India the fourth nation with this capability. The mission aims to collect samples from the lunar surface and return them for scientific studies.

ISRO announces Chandrayaan-4, the fourth mission in India’s lunar exploration series, aiming to bring back lunar samples for analysis. With planned launch no earlier than 2028, Chandrayaan-4 will employ multiple spacecraft modules and launch vehicles for the ambitious endeavor. Building upon previous missions' successes and failures, this mission marks a significant leap for India’s space program and contributes to global lunar exploration efforts.

India's Chandrayaan-4 lunar sample-return mission, a complex joint effort with Japan, is slated for a 2028 launch. This initiative aims to explore lunar resources and develop crucial operational technologies. Concurrently, ISRO is progressing with its manned lunar mission target of 2040 and the Bharatiya Antariksha Station by 2035.

ISRO is considering the possibility of Chandrayaan-3's return to Earth, although experts believe it may be futile due to communication system issues. ISRO stated they are "okay" if communication cannot be re-established. However, the focus now is on the Chandrayaan-4 mission, which aims to bring back lunar samples. The mission, expected in the next five to seven years, will involve a more complex landing and a larger rover.

ISRO scientists have identified a promising one-square-kilometre landing zone near Mons Mouton in the Moon's south polar region for the Chandrayaan-4 mission. Detailed terrain analysis using high-resolution images has shortlisted the MM-4 area as the safest option for India's first lunar sample return. This site offers gentle slopes, adequate sunlight, and minimal hazards, crucial for the mission's success.

Isro's successful propulsion module (PM) experiment for Chandrayaan-3 has boosted plans for Chandrayaan-4, which aims to bring back Moon samples. Isro chairman S Somanath revealed that the next mission will require docking of systems, and Isro is planning the Space Docking Experiment (SPADEX) to test this technology. SPADEX will also provide valuable data for space rendezvous technology, crucial for future space station missions. Isro is also working with Japan on the Lunar Polar Exploration (Lupex) mission.

ISRO is set for an intense launch schedule, with seven missions planned before year-end, including India's first industry-built PSLV. Chandrayaan-4, a complex lunar sample-return mission, is targeted for 2028. India also plans its own space station by 2035 and aims to significantly boost its share in the global space economy, driven by private sector growth.

India's Chandrayaan-4 mission, using LVM-3 and PSLV rockets, aims to bring back samples from the lunar surface for scientific studies. It consists of five spacecraft modules and will demonstrate various objectives, including safe landing and sample collection.

Isro aims to achieve its Space Docking Experiment (Spadex) mission by mid-December, a critical precursor for Chandrayaan-4 and future human space missions. Further, Isro's Gaganyaan program targets two key missions, TV-D2 and G1, by year-end, with significant progress on its propulsion systems, crew modules, and supporting infrastructure.

In 2023, India achieved significant milestones in space exploration, including Chandrayaan-3 and the Aditya L1 sun mission. Now, the focus is on upcoming missions like Chandrayaan-4. To ensure the success of this mission, ISRO is developing SPADEX, a space docking experiment. SPADEX is a twin spacecraft mission aimed at testing technologies for orbital rendezvous, docking, and formation flying. The mission, costing Rs 124.47 crore, involves two satellites, a Chaser and a Target, which will attempt docking and advance human spaceflight capabilities.

The Union Cabinet has approved four key space missions and doubled the budget for Gaganyaan, India’s first human spaceflight mission. The new missions include Chandrayaan-4, Venus Orbiter Mission, Next Generation Launch Vehicle, and Bhartiya Antriksh Station. These initiatives aim to advance India’s capabilities in space exploration and establish its global presence.

The Union cabinet has sanctioned India's fourth Moon mission, Chandrayaan-4, focused on returning lunar samples to Earth. It also approved constructing Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2028 and completing it by 2035. Additionally, approvals were granted for the Venus Orbiter Mission and a reusable next-generation launch vehicle with enhanced payload capacity.

PM Modi-led Union Cabinet has approved major space missions: Chandrayaan-4 for lunar sample return, Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035, and a Venus Orbiter Mission. Additionally, the development of the Soorya rocket, a reusable next-generation launch vehicle with enhanced payload capacity, has been sanctioned to bolster India's space capabilities.

Isro is set to launch its first electric propulsion-led spacecraft in December, significantly reducing satellite mass. Upcoming missions include Gaganyaan in 2026, Chandrayaan-4 in 2028, and Chandrayaan-5 post-2028. The Indo-US NISAR satellite is prepped for a February launch, advancing earth imaging technology.

V Narayanan is set to become the new chairman of ISRO on January 14, succeeding S Somanath. Narayanan will oversee several significant projects, including the Chandrayaan-4 lunar mission, Gaganyaan human spaceflight, and space station development. His background in cryogenics and leadership experience will aid in advancing ISRO's ambitious space programs.

Can it set up a space station by 2035 and put humans on the Moon by 2040? Yes, Isro has already demonstrated multiple key abilities. But don’t expect it on a shoe-string budget

The Union Cabinet has approved India's Venus Orbiter Mission under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Managed by ISRO and scheduled for launch in March 2028 with a budget of Rs 1,236 crore, the mission will study Venus' surface and atmosphere. Indian industries and academic institutions will contribute to spacecraft development.

India's planned Chandrayaan-4 mission aims to collect lunar samples and return them to Earth, requiring two separate launches due to its 9,200kg mass. Chennaiyan -5, also known as Lupex, is a joint mission with Japan featuring a heavier lander and sophisticated payloads contributed by India, Japan, USA, and Europe.

The Union Cabinet has sanctioned ₹22,750 crore for ISRO's space missions like Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan, and the Venus Orbiter Mission. Chandrayaan-4 will aim to return lunar samples. The Gaganyaan mission plans to send humans into orbit. Future projects include the Next-Generation Launch Vehicle and Bhartiya Antariksh Station.