Nasa’s Artemis II will be the first crewed mission beyond Earth orbit since 1972, marking a major milestone in space exploration
The mission will test crew health, spacecraft systems, and safety technologies critical for future lunar landings and deep-space missions
Artemis aims to return humans to the Moon by 2028 and establish a long-term base, enabling further exploration of Mars and beyond
The Artemis programme and rival initiatives signal renewed global competition, with collaborations and strategic alliances shaping space exploration
Isro can benefit from partnerships, accelerating its human spaceflight ambitions and strengthening its aerospace ecosystem
Space missions could unlock resources, improve scientific research, and enable new economic opportunities beyond Earth’s boundaries