India’s Gaganyaan Mission Postponed to 2026 as ISRO Focuses on Safety, Testing, and Astronaut Training

India’s Gaganyaan Mission Postponed to 2026 as ISRO Focuses on Safety, Testing, and Astronaut Training

India has delayed its inaugural astronaut mission under the Gaganyaan programme to 2026, pushing the timeline a year beyond the original schedule. The decision, announced by S. Somanath, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), reflects a commitment to safety in light of recent aerospace industry setbacks. According to…

China’s New Astronaut Group Begins Lunar Mission Training in Beijing

China’s New Astronaut Group Begins Lunar Mission Training in Beijing

China’s fourth generation of astronauts, recently selected, began their extensive training programme in Beijing this August, as confirmed by Lin Xiqiang, the China Manned Space Agency’s Deputy Director. Among the 10 new recruits are two astronauts from Hong Kong and Macao, adding regional diversity to the group. Structured Training for…