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SpaceX eyes share sale deals, valuation likely to hit around $400 billion

This would mark the largest-ever valuation for a privately held US company, surpassing SpaceX's previous record of $350 billion from its share buyback in December

SpaceX eyes share sale deals, valuation likely to hit around $400 billion
Updated On : 09 Jul 2025 | 11:07 AM IST

Virgin Atlantic signs deal to use Musk's Starlink for fleet Wi-Fi

The British long-haul carrier will start installing Starlink on its aircraft next year and expects to finish the full retrofit by the end of 2027

Virgin Atlantic signs deal to use Musk's Starlink for fleet Wi-Fi
Updated On : 09 Jul 2025 | 10:28 AM IST

Axiom 4 mission: Shubhanshu Shukla completes a week in orbit aboard ISS

Shukla has been conducting experiments that explore how microgravity affects growth and genetic behaviour of algae and how tardigrades, hardy microscopic creatures, survive and reproduce in space

Axiom 4 mission: Shubhanshu Shukla completes a week in orbit aboard ISS
Updated On : 04 Jul 2025 | 7:44 AM IST

'Furthest from motherland, closest to hearts': PM Modi to Shubhanshu Shukla

PM Modi congratulated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla aboard the ISS during Axiom-4, as India returned to space after more than four decades

'Furthest from motherland, closest to hearts': PM Modi to Shubhanshu Shukla
Updated On : 28 Jun 2025 | 11:07 PM IST

Starlink set to receive final regulatory approval for India market launch

Starlink awaits final authorisation from space regulator IN-SPACe; ground infra and security clearance still pending for India launch

Starlink set to receive final regulatory approval for India market launch
Updated On : 28 Jun 2025 | 1:11 PM IST

SpaceX seeks return of debris, rejects Mexico's pollution complaint

Sheinbaum said on Wednesday that SpaceX's Starship rocket launches in Texas have polluted an area in Mexico with debris

SpaceX seeks return of debris, rejects Mexico's pollution complaint
Updated On : 27 Jun 2025 | 8:14 AM IST

A bit heavy-headed, but excited: Shubhanshu Shukla's 1st message from ISS

His statement came after he, along with the other crew members, entered the International Space Station (ISS) following the successful docking of their SpaceX Dragon spacecraft

A bit heavy-headed, but excited: Shubhanshu Shukla's 1st message from ISS
Updated On : 26 Jun 2025 | 9:05 PM IST

"Namaskar from space": Shubhanshu Shukla sends new message

"Namaskar from space! I am thrilled to be here with my fellow astronauts. What a ride it was," says Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu, who is piloting #AxiomMission4

Icon Youtube"Namaskar from space": Shubhanshu Shukla sends new message
Updated On : 26 Jun 2025 | 4:36 PM IST

Jeff Bezos speaks to Trump as he seeks more govt contracts for Blue Origin

The efforts by Bezos and his team came days after a fallout was witnessed between Trump and Musk in early June. Musk, who was once the closest ally of Trump and served as one of his top advisers

Jeff Bezos speaks to Trump as he seeks more govt contracts for Blue Origin
Updated On : 26 Jun 2025 | 10:37 AM IST

Inside Axiom-4: What India’s Shubhanshu Shukla will do during his 14 days in space | SpaceX | ISRO

41 years after Rakesh Sharma’s space journey, Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is now aboard the International Space Station.

Icon YoutubeInside Axiom-4: What India’s Shubhanshu Shukla will do during his 14 days in space | SpaceX | ISRO
Updated On : 25 Jun 2025 | 4:55 PM IST

Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission eyes June 25 launch after many delays

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to become India's second astronaut in space after Rakesh Sharma

Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission eyes June 25 launch after many delays
Updated On : 24 Jun 2025 | 8:00 AM IST

SpaceX Starship test halted after explosion damages prototype in Texas

A powerful explosion during a static fire test at SpaceX's Texas site forced a suspension of launch operations, as Elon Musk's company and US regulators investigate the cause of the blast

SpaceX Starship test halted after explosion damages prototype in Texas
Updated On : 19 Jun 2025 | 1:48 PM IST

SpaceX President Shotwell meets Scindia after Starlink's licence nod

President and COO of Elon Musk's SpaceX, Gwynne Shotwell, on Tuesday called on Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, a meeting that comes just days after Starlink secured licence from the Telecom Department. Scindia said discussions centred around various opportunities for collaboration in satellite communications to power Digital India. "Had a productive meeting with Ms. @Gwynne_Shotwell, President & COO of @SpaceX, on India's next frontier in connectivity. We delved into opportunities for collaboration in satellite communications to power Digital India's soaring ambitions and empower every citizen across the country," Scindia wrote. Satellite technologies are not just relevant, they're transformative, the minister noted. "Ms. Shotwell appreciated the license granted to @Starlink, calling it a great start to the journey," Scindia said. Earlier this month, Elon Musk's Starlink received a licence from the telecom department for providing satellite internet services in ...

SpaceX President Shotwell meets Scindia after Starlink's licence nod
Updated On : 17 Jun 2025 | 9:41 PM IST

Elon Musk raises concerns over ISS safety, urges de-orbiting within 2 years

Elon Musk has voiced serious concerns over the long-term safety of the International Space Station (ISS), citing the ageing condition of its components, and called for its de-orbiting within two years despite SpaceX's ongoing involvement."There are potentially serious concerns about the long-term safety of the @Space_Station. Some parts of it are simply getting too old, and that risk grows over time."Even though @SpaceX earns billions of dollars from transporting astronauts & cargo to the ISS, I nonetheless would like to go on record recommending that it be de-orbited within 2 years," Musk posted on X.Meanwhile, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is working closely with Axiom Space, NASA, and SpaceX to responsibly address the ISS Zvezda module observation causing the Ax-4 delay, reflecting growing collaboration between India and leading global space agencies, including Musk's companies.V Narayanan, the Secretary DOS/ Chairman ISRO and Chairman Space Commission, said ..

Elon Musk raises concerns over ISS safety, urges de-orbiting within 2 years
Updated On : 13 Jun 2025 | 3:34 PM IST

Axiom-4 space mission delayed again: Know why | Shubhanshu Shukla | Indian astronaut

The launch of the Axiom-4 mission, carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, has been delayed yet again. Watch the video to know the details.

Icon YoutubeAxiom-4 space mission delayed again: Know why | Shubhanshu Shukla | Indian astronaut
Updated On : 10 Jun 2025 | 7:59 PM IST

Starlink may launch with ₹3K-4.2K per month plans, ₹33K setup kit

Starlink hardware will cost Rs 33,000 and monthly subscription plans are expected between Rs 3,000 and Rs 4,200, mirroring prices in neighbouring countries

Starlink may launch with ₹3K-4.2K per month plans, ₹33K setup kit
Updated On : 09 Jun 2025 | 11:54 PM IST

Starlink to launch in India with ₹3,000 monthly plans, ₹33,000 setup cost

Starlink has received a key licence from the Ministry of Telecommunications, clearing the way for its entry into India's satellite broadband market, expected to launch in the next 12 months

Starlink to launch in India with ₹3,000 monthly plans, ₹33,000 setup cost
Updated On : 09 Jun 2025 | 12:48 PM IST

Extremely fortunate to be part of space mission: Indian astronaut Shukla

Ahead of his historic journey to the International Space Station (ISS), Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has termed the preparations for the Axiom-4 mission as an "amazing journey" and that he was extremely fortunate to be part of something that is "much larger than yourself". The 39-year-old Indian Air Force pilot is all set to travel with three other crew members to the ISS onboard SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft, mounted on a Falcon 9 rocket, that will lift off from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on Tuesday at 5:52 pm IST. Shukla, who goes by the nickname "Shux", will be the second Indian to travel to space, 41 years after his idol Rakesh Sharma undertook a spaceflight in 1984 onboard erstwhile Soviet Union's Soyuz spacecraft for an eight-day stay in orbit. "It has been an amazing journey; these are the moments that really tell you that you are getting to be a part of something that is much larger than yourself. I can only say how extremely fortunate I am to be a part of this,"

Extremely fortunate to be part of space mission: Indian astronaut Shukla
Updated On : 08 Jun 2025 | 7:49 PM IST

Tesla tanks $380 bn after Musk calls Trump's bill 'disgusting abomination'

Tesla lost $380 billion after Elon Musk blasted Trump's tax bill as a 'disgusting abomination,' triggering the worst crash in the company's history

Tesla tanks $380 bn after Musk calls Trump's bill 'disgusting abomination'
Updated On : 07 Jun 2025 | 2:48 PM IST

Trump distances himself from Musk, hints at reviewing govt contracts

After a public spat over tax policy, Trump may review billions in federal contracts awarded to Tesla and SpaceX, citing fairness and national interest

Trump distances himself from Musk, hints at reviewing govt contracts
Updated On : 07 Jun 2025 | 8:44 AM IST