India in Space
April 3, 2009 marks the 25-year anniversary of Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma's pioneering voyage into space. Indipepal revisits the past with the icon, assesses India's current position in comparison to other space powers, and learns that for the future, our nation has its sights set on the moon, the sun, and Mars.
25 Years Later: The Rakesh Sharma Interview
Friday, April 3, 2009 marks the 25-year anniversary of Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma's pathbreaking journey into space. In an exclusive interview, he spoke with Indipepal about the occasion, what he's up to currently, and his thoughts on the Indian space program.
Saare Jahan Se Achcha: The Indian Space Story
Twenty-five years ago, squadron leader Rakesh Sharma of the Indian Air Force became the country's first citizen to go into space. The journey leading up to that mission is largely unknown. Indipepal brings you the behind-the-scenes story leading up to that historic mission.
Time Line: India's Tryst with Space
Where India Stands Today
In the 25 years since Rakesh Sharma's pathbreaking mission, ISRO the world's only space program that wasn't started for military purposes, has made great strides in space, and surprisingly, several other fields as well.
India vs Other Space Powers
Though ISRO has made tremendous progress in the last decade, the organisation still has a long way to go to be considered in the same league as space giants USA, China, Russia, and the European Union.
What the Future Holds
The Indian Space Research Organization has made great strides in the last 40 years, and has now set its sights on the moon, the sun, and Mars.
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