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Chandrayaan 3’s rover ‘Pragyaan’ has completed its assignments on the lunar surface and set into sleep mode, ISRO said on Saturday. The space agency’s announcement came hours after its chief S Somanath said the lunar mission’s rover and lander, ‘Pragyaan’ and ‘Vikram’, respectively were functioning well and they would be put to ”sleep” soon to withstand the night on the Moon. Chandrayaan-3 Mission: The Rover completed its assignments. It is now safely parked and set into Sleep mode. APXS and LIBS payloads are turned off. Data from these payloads is transmitted to the Earth via the Lander. Currently, the battery is fully charged. The solar panel is… — ISRO (@isro) September 2, 2023 ”The Rover completed its assignments. It is now safely parked and set into Sleep mode. APXS and LIBS payloads are turned off. Data from these payloads is transmitted to the Earth via the Lander,” ISRO said in an update on social media platform X. At present, the battery was fully charged and th

A towering statue of ‘Nataraja’, believed to be the world’s tallest, being installed at the venue of the upcoming G20 Summit here, has been made using an ancient casting technique. This statue, which is 28-foot tall including the pedestal, was made using the ancient lost-wax technique of metal casting that was used for making the famed Chola bronzes, sources told PTI . The sculpture has been crafted using an ancient casting method and represents Lord Shiva in his role as the ‘lord of dance,’ embodying the cosmic forces of creation and destruction, they said. The G20 Leaders’ Summit will take place from September 9-10 at ‘Bharat Mandapam’, the newly-built international convention and exhibition centre at the Pragati Maidan. The stretch of Mathura Road facing the Pragati Maidan has been spruced up and decorated with thematic posters, artistic logos and flags of G20 member nations. On the opening day of the summit, a ‘Culture Corridor’ envisioned by the Ministry of Culture will also

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched its maiden solar mission, Aditya L-1, from Satish Space Station at Sriharikota. #WATCH | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launches India’s first solar mission, #AdityaL1 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Aditya L1 is carrying seven different payloads to have a detailed study of the Sun. pic.twitter.com/Eo5bzQi5SO — ANI (@ANI) September 2, 2023 The payload covering the ISRO’s Aditya L1 spacecraft has been separated as it leaves Earth’s atmosphere. #WATCH | The payload covering the ISRO’s Aditya L1 spacecraft has been separated as it leaves Earth’s atmosphere. Currently, the third stage is separated as per ISRO. pic.twitter.com/KbOY2fHSen — ANI (@ANI) September 2, 2023 The Aditya-L1 mission is expected to reach the observation point in four months. After lifting off, the spacecraft will be placed in a low-earth orbit (LEO) around the Earth. Subsequently, its orb

As the national capital gears up for the upcoming G20 event, the Delhi Police has put in place a slew of restrictions to ensure smooth flow of traffic in the region. The rehearsals have been scheduled for 8.30 am to 12 pm, 4.30 pm to 6 pm, and 7 pm to 11 pm. Commuters have been strongly advised to use metro services to avoid traffic snarls. During the carcade rehearsals, traffic restrictions will be enforced at key locations across the national capital: Sardar Patel Marg-Panchsheel Marg, Sardar Patel MargKautilya Marg, Gol Methi roundabout, Mansingh Road roundabout, C-Hexagon, Mathura Road, Zakir Hussain Marg-Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Bhairon Marg-Ring Road, Satya Marg/Shantipath round about, JanpathKartavyapath, Barakhamba Road red light, Tolstoy Marg, and Vivekanand Marg, etc. Restrictions on public transportation during the G-20 Summit in Delhi During the G20 summit there will be disruptions in the public transport system across the national capital. Certain routes may be modifie

As ISRO is all set to launch its first spacecraft dedicated to studying the Sun, Aditya-L1, today, Indian poet-diplomat Abhay K has crafted a Sun Anthem to commemorate this historic occasion. The anthem is composed as follows: “Home star, you’re never too far. Lighting up our lives wherever we are. On Moon or Mars, near or far, home star, you’re never too far. Keeping us all from drifting apart in the deep dark galactic bar. Igniting the skies each day in the Orion spur of the Milky Way.” “Streaming light across the dark space. Primeval god, Universe’s glowing face. Home star, you’re never too far. Lighting up our lives wherever we are” Wishing #AdityaL1 , @isro ’s 1st mission to observe our home star Bon Voyage with #SunAnthem — Home star, you’re never too far Lighting up our lives wherever we are On moon or mars, near or far Home star, you’re never too far Keeping us all from drifting apart In the deep dark… pic.twitter.com/IKEnfSHZif — Abhay K. (@theabhayk) September 2, 2

With less than five hours left for ISRO to launch the Aditya L1 spacecraft on Saturday from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh, India today will embark on its first solar mission soon after scripting history last month by successfully making a soft landing on the Moon’s South Pole. The country’s first solar mission Aditya L1 on board the PSLV will lift off from Sriharikota on Saturday for its 125-day voyage towards the Sun. Aditya L1 is designed for providing remote observations of the solar corona and in situ observations of solar wind. The Visible Emission Line Coronagraph (VELC), the primary payload of Aditya L1, will send 1,440 images per day to the ground station for analysis on reaching the intended orbit. VELC is the largest and technically most challenging payload on Aditya-L1. It was integrated, tested, and calibrated at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics’s (IIA) CREST campus in Hoskote. This was done with substantial collaboration with ISRO. VELC carries seven payloads to st

The Enforcement Directorate late on Friday night arrested Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal in a money laundering case linked to an alleged bank fraud of Rs 538 crore at the Canara Bank, people aware of the development said. He was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) following a long session of questioning at the central agency’s office in Mumbai. Goyal, 74, is expected to be produced before a special PMLA court in Mumbai on Saturday where the ED will seek for his custodial remand. The money laundering case stems from an FIR of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against Jet Airways, Goyal, his wife Anita and some former company executives in connection with an alleged Rs 538 crore fraud case at the Canara Bank. The FIR was registered on the bank’s complaint which alleged that it sanctioned credit limits and loans to Jet Airways (India) Ltd (JIL) to the tune of Rs 848.86 crore of which Rs 538.62 crore is outstanding. The CBI had said the acc

After the Centre constituted a committee headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind to explore the feasibility of “one nation, one election”, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minsiter Pralhad Joshi on Friday said the report submitted by the panel will be discussed in Parliament and that there was no need for the Opposition to “get nervous.” #WATCH | On ‘One nation, One election’, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minsiter Pralhad Joshi says “Right now, a committee has been constituted. A report of the committee will come out which be discussed. The Parliament is mature, and discussions will take place, there is no need to… pic.twitter.com/iITyAacPBq — ANI (@ANI) September 1, 2023 Addressing the reporters on Friday, Joshi said, “Right now, a committee has been constituted. A report of the committee will come out which be discussed. The Parliament is mature, and discussions will take place, there is no need to get nervous…India is called the mother of democracy, there is evolution…” He fur

A day after Delhi Police apprehended two members of the banned organization Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), the radical outfit issued a threat, announcing its intention to stage a protest at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, brandishing Khalistan flags. In response to the apprehension of its associates, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the founder of SFJ reportedly offered an incentive of Rs 1 lakh for revealing details related to the families of Delhi Police officers living in Canada, the UK, Germany, Italy, and Australia. The Delhi police took two people into custody in the pro-Khalistan graffiti case on Thursday. The duo travelled to Delhi via the Punjab mail on the intervening night of 25-26 August. Upon reaching Delhi they recced suitable places and spray-painted the graffiti in the evening before leaving for Punjab on 27 August, CP Special Cell Delhi Police HS Dhaliwal informed on Thursday while divulging the details of how the plan was carried on. Ahead of the next month’s G20

A man was shot dead at Union Minister Kaushal Kishore’s residence in Uttar Pradesh’s Lucknow on Friday, police said on Friday, adding, a licensed pistol under the name of the minister’s son has been recovered from the crime scene. The victim, identified as 30-year-old Vinay Srivastava, was a friend of Kaushal Kishore’s son, police said. #WATCH | Lucknow, UP | Rahul Raj DCP West Lucknow says “Vinay Shrivastava, aged 30 years has been shot dead at the residence of Vinay Kishore. The incident took place around 4 am today. Dog Squad, Crime Branch and Forensic teams are at the spot for investigation. On the complaint… pic.twitter.com/rY8PtXWZAH — ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 1, 2023 Police said a total of six persons came to the house last night and the incident took place after the dinner in the wee hours of Friday. “The incident took place around 4 am today. Dog squad, crime branch and forensic teams are at the spot for investigation. On the complaint of the decease

India’s political circles are abuzz after the Union government announced a special session of Parliament from 18 September to 22 September. Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi made the announcement on Thursday, but shared little information on what the agenda of the session would be. In a post on X, he wrote, “special session of Parliament (13th Session of 17th Lok Sabha and 261st Session of Rajya Sabha) is being called from 18th to 22nd September having five sittings. Amid Amrit Kaal looking forward to have fruitful discussions and debate in Parliament.” The decision has surprised one and all; the Opposition grouping of INDIA, who is in Mumbai for their third alliance meet, termed it as “managing the news cycle, Modi style” or an attempt to deflect attention or “as something up their sleeve”. While there’s no clarity on what’s in store for the five sittings, speculation is rife that the Modi government would either be introducing bills on issues such as One Nati

A man was critically injured after an unknown assailant shot at him inside premises of a hospital in Bihar’s Arrah city on Thursday evening, police said. #WATCH | A person was shot by an unknown assailant inside a hospital in Bihar’s Arrah yesterday Sub-Inspector Anil Singh says, “The injured is being treated. Further investigation is being done.” (CCTV visuals source: Hospital) pic.twitter.com/Jc3xBiLJ8r — ANI (@ANI) September 1, 2023 In a video posted on X, formerly known a Twitter, a man can be seen firing two-three shots at the person before fleeing. Another man at the hospital can be seen chasing the accused in the video. According to IANS news agency, the victim had gone with his pregnant wife to admit her for delivery in the hospital when the assailant opened fire at him, inflicting two gunshot injuries. The doctors immediately operated on him and removed the bullets but his condition is said to be critical. The incident took place at a private hospital in Darahra

07:36 (IST) Maharashtra LIVE Updates Three nabbed for killing Shiv Sena leader in Thane According to police, three people have been detained in connection with the death of Shiv Sena leader Akshay Thube in the Chitalsar district of Mumbai. Senior Police Officer Girish Gode identified the three suspects as Karan, Gurunath Jadhav, and Prashant alias Babu Jabar. On August 29, family members of Akshay Thube filed a missing complaint at Thane district's Chitalsar police station, according to authorities, and a search operation to find him was launched on the same day. 07:25 (IST) G20 Summit LIVE Updates Secretary Yellen to travel to India for G20 Leaders’ Summit: US The White House (WH) announced that US Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen would attend the G20 Leaders' Summit in New Delhi from 7 September to 10 September. Secretary Yellen's fourth visit to India in ten months will focus on boosting the global economy and assisting poor and middle-income countries by

On Thursday, the leaders of the opposition’s INDIA alliance declared that they had joined forces to defend the nation’s Constitution and democracy and that they would develop a shared platform as they were ready to challenge the BJP, which is currently in power. The Grand Hyatt hotel in Mumbai is hosting a two-day gathering of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA). Today in Mumbai marked the beginning of the third meeting of the opposition alliance INDIA. The group is debating tactics to defeat the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections that are scheduled for next year, as well as the inclusion of new allies. The INDIA alliance logo unveiling and discussions of the common minimum plan (CMP) will be the highlights of the two-day discussions, along with discussions on strategy and the inclusion of new allies. The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) meeting is being attended by up to 63 representatives from 28 political parties this Thursday and Fri

A scientist working with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was recently targeted in a road rage incident while driving to his workplace in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The scientist, named Aashish Lamba, shared his ordeal on the platform ‘X’. He recounted that while on his way to the ISRO office, an individual riding a scooter suddenly cut in front of his car, despite not wearing a helmet. To avoid a collision, Aashish had to abruptly brake, causing the scooter rider to halt in front of his car. This led to a verbal altercation, with the rider verbally abusing him. Aashish provided evidence of the incident, sharing video footage and images captured by his car’s dashboard camera. @blrcitytraffic @CPBlr @BlrCityPolice Yesterday during going to ISRO office,Near to newly constructed HAL underpass, a person on scooty (KA03KM8826) without helmet was driving recklessly and coming in front of our car suddenly and so We had to apply sudden brake. pic.twitter.com/xwDyEy2peA — Aashi

The special cell of Delhi Police has arrested an operative of Sikh for Justice (SFJ) for defacing over five Metro station walls with the pro-Khalistan graffiti in Delhi on 27 August, said police on Thursday. #UPDATE | Delhi Police Special Cell apprehended an accused in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti and slogans painted at more than 5 metro stations in Delhi on August 27: Delhi Police https://t.co/2mcKBfqJw3 — ANI (@ANI) August 31, 2023 According to Times of India , citing sources, the prime accused, whose identity has been withheld as of now due to the ongoing operation, was held from Punjab in the early hours of Thursday. A second suspect was detained on Thursday morning, sources said but cops remained tight-lipped. Slogans such as ‘Delhi Banega Khalistan’ and ‘Khalistan Referendum Zindabad’ were found sprayed in black on the walls of metro stations, including Punjabi Bagh, Shivaji Park, Madipur, Paschim Vihar, Udyog Nagar, Maharaja Surajmal Stadium and Nangloi – all

Political observers across the country will turn their attention to Mumbai, the financial capital of the country, as leaders belonging to the Opposition grouping of INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) bloc will gather in Maximum City to discuss the way forward as the 2024 Lok Sabha elections draw nearer. The two-day conclave will see delegates from 26 opposition parties huddle together and iron out the nuts and bolts of the plan, which also include unveiling of a logo, appointment of coordinators, finalising a formal structure and also appointing a convenor. The Mumbai meet is expected to build on the previous gatherings – the first was held in Bihar’s Patna in June followed by the Bengaluru meeting in mid-July. It was at the latter gathering that the name INDIA was unveiled for the bloc. Speaking ahead of the meeting, to be held in the suburban luxury hotel Grand Hyatt, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar said he had confidence that the Opposit

Confusion prevailed after Akali Dal said that the party had not received a formal invitation to attend the scheduled opposition meeting in Mumbai on Thursday. However, top sources in the party revealed that it has received an invitation from the INDIA Alliance to join them. The two-day meeting of the opposition alliance will all be set to begin tomorrow in Mumbai. The logo of the alliance will be unveiled on 1st September. Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray will host a dinner meeting for the delegates on 31st August. The primary agenda of these discussions will involve the formulation of a unified campaign strategy aimed at countering the NDA in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The announcement of various panels responsible for drafting a common minimum programme for the alliance will also be expected to be taken off. These panels will play a crucial role in shaping collective plans for organizing nationwide protests and will also contribute to the decision-making pro

Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, BSP chief Mayawati on Wednesday ruled out alliance with both the NDA and I.N.D.I.A, saying that both the blocs mostly comprise parties that are anti-poor, casteist, communal and pro-rich. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, the BSP chief said, “NDA and I.N.D.I.A alliances mostly comprise parties that are anti-poor, casteist, communal, pro-rich against whose policies BSP has always fought. So, there is no question of contesting the election by forging an alliance with them…” BSP chief Mayawati tweets, “NDA and INDIA alliances comprises mostly of parties that are anti-poor, casteist, communal, pro-rich against whose policies BSP has always fought. So, there is no question of contesting the election by forging an alliance with them…” pic.twitter.com/xV3i9W2XY0 — ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2023 She said that BSP, like in 2007, will single-handedly contest the upcoming Lok Sabha and four state Assembly elections. “The BSP will fight elections u

The upcoming two-day conclave commencing on Thursday will witness intensive discussions among the prominent leaders of the opposition INDIA bloc during which they will announce a coordination committee and a logo for the alliance. The primary agenda of these discussions will involve the formulation of a unified campaign strategy aimed at countering the NDA in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The leaders will engage in productive dialogues to resolve any existing differences among themselves, fostering greater unity within the coalition. The announcement of various panels responsible for drafting a common minimum programme for the alliance will also be expected to be taken off. These panels will play a crucial role in shaping collective plans for organizing nationwide protests and will also contribute to the decision-making process regarding seat sharing among the member parties. “The Mumbai meeting shall come out with a clear-cut roadmap for providing a progressive alternativ

The Congress-ruled government in Karnataka will launch the ‘Gruha Lakshmi’ scheme that will offer a monthly aid of Rs 2,000 to about 1.1 crore women heads of families. The scheme is one of the many poll promises made by Congress during the state assembly elections. The scheme will be launched at a function in Mysuru by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge in the presence of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. “As many as 1.1 crore women heads of households will be given Rs 2,000 every month,” Siddararamaiah told reporters in Mysuru, his home district on Tuesday. ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ಆಸೆ, ಆಕಾಂಕ್ಷೆ, ಅವಶ್ಯಕತೆಗಳನ್ನು ತ್ಯಾಗಮಾಡಿ ಕುಟುಂಬಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ತಮ್ಮ ಬದುಕನ್ನೇ ಸಮರ್ಪಿಸಿಕೊಂಡಿರುವ ನಾಡಿನ ಕೋಟ್ಯಂತರ ತಾಯಂದಿರು ಇಂದು ನಮ್ಮ “ಗೃಹಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ” ಯೋಜನೆಯಿಂದ ಸ್ವತಂತ್ರ, ಸ್ವಾವಲಂಬಿ ಬದುಕಿಗೆ ಪಾದಾರ್ಪಣೆ‌ ಮಾಡಲಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ನಮ್ಮ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಬ್ಬ ಮನೆ ಯಜಮಾನಿಯ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಖಾತೆಗೆ 2000 ರೂಪಾಯಿಗಳನ್ನು… pic.twitter.com/keyQVWP5ow — Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) August 30, 2023 The launch event is expected to be attended by

It seems that India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission is a gift that keeps on giving. After sharing reports about the varying temperature of the soil at the lunar south pole a couple of days ago, ISRO shared an update last night that is set to have huge ramifications on India’s space program, as well as on those in other countries. The Pragyran Rover of the Chandrayaan-3 mission has found traces of aluminium, calcium, iron, chromium, titanium, manganese, silicon, and most importantly, oxygen in the soil of the Moon. ISRO has also found sulphur in the lunar surface. Chandrayaan-3 Mission: In-situ scientific experiments continue ….. Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscope (LIBS) instrument onboard the Rover unambiguously confirms the presence of Sulphur (S) in the lunar surface near the south pole, through first-ever in-situ measurements.… pic.twitter.com/vDQmByWcSL — ISRO (@isro) August 29, 2023 What Chandrayaan-3 has found on the Moon ISRO also confirmed that it has found sulphur in the

A man was killed and another injured after five youths on two-wheelers opened unprovoked firing at them before fleeing the spot in North Delhi’s Bhajanpura area, the police said on Wednesday. Police said the victim has been identified as 36-year-old Harpreet Gill, adding that he was rushed to the Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital where he was declared dead. The incident took place at around 11.37 pm on Tuesday, they added. #WATCH | Delhi | A 36-year-old man – Harpreet Gill – shot dead in Subhash Vihar, Bhajanpura and another man injured and admitted to a hospital after five youths on two-wheelers opened unprovoked firing at them before fleeing the spot. CCTV footage in the area are being scanned.… pic.twitter.com/EzuzvqX6at — ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2023 The injured, identified as Govind Singh, is currently undergoing treatment at the LNJP hospital, the police said. According to an India TV report, citing police, the two were travelling on a bike near Subhash Vihar in the Bhajanpu

Border Security Forces on Tuesday recovered seven packets of suspected narcotics  concealed in a 12-volt battery in Punjab’s Gurdaspur district. “On 29 August on specific information regarding the presence of a concealed consignment of narcotics ahead of the border fence, a search operation was conducted by BSF troops in the bordering area near Dostpur village in Gurdaspur district,” said BSF in a statement. Punjab | On 29th August on specific information regarding the presence of a concealed consignment of narcotics ahead of the Border Fence, a search operation was conducted by BSF troops in the bordering area near Village – Dostpur, Dist – Gurdaspur. During the search, troops… pic.twitter.com/Ho7VXF6cEl — ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2023 The statement added that the troops recovered seven packets of narcotics suspected to be Heroin and Opium. “During the search, troops recovered six packets of narcotics suspected to be heroin (gross weight – appx 6.3 Kg) and one packet of suspecte

08:12 (IST) Raksha Bandhan 2023 Watch: Bhasm Aaarti performed at Shree Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain on occasion of Raksha Bandhan #WATCH | Madhya Pradesh | Bhasm Aaarti performed at Shree Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain and special prayers held, on the occasion of #RakshaBandhan pic.twitter.com/UkMFPdPJ3M — ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) August 30, 2023 07:48 (IST) Raksha Bandhan 2023 LIVE updates UP: Rakhi stall set up at district jail to sell rakhis prepared by women prisoners #WATCH | Gorakhpur, UP: Rakhi stall set up at the district jail to sell rakhis prepared by women prisoners ahead of Raksha Bandhan (29.08) pic.twitter.com/eOI0YtnQUm — ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2023 07:43 (IST) Raksha Bandhan 2023 LIVE updates J&K: Local girls tie Rakhi to jawans guarding country's border #WATCH | J&K | Local girls tie Rakhi to jawans guarding the country's border, in the Akhnoor sector. #RakshaBandhan pic.twitter.com/iWgnk3taUE — ANI (@ANI) Augus

Taking potshots at his former ally Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, Prashant Kishor Tuesday said the former had no chance at becoming the convener of the I.N.D.I.A alliance since he had “nothing”— “neither the party nor his image”. The sarcastic comments from the pollster came ahead of the next meeting of the I.N.D.I.A alliance slated to take place in Mumbai starting August 31 to possibly chalk out a seat-sharing formula. “As far as the efforts by Nitish Kumar are concerned, his own condition is so bad that there is no guarantee of his foothold in his own state. What can he do for Opposition unity at the national level?” Kishor said. #WATCH | Ahead of the next meeting of the INDIA alliance, Prashant Kishor says, “As far as the efforts by Nitish Kumar are concerned, his own condition is so bad that there is no guarantee of his foothold in his own state. What can he do for Opposition unity at the national… pic.twitter.com/dexcP49w4K — ANI (@ANI) August 29, 2023 “Even if you l

The Indian Space Research Organisation or ISRO is going to attempt a brave mission to create history, yet again. The Indian space organisation is planning to launch the Aditya-L1 observatory, on board the PSLV-C57 rocket on September 2, 2023, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR Sriharikota, India. The mission is to place the Aditya L1 observatory at Lagrange Point 1 or L1, a special point between the sun and the Earth, from where it will be able to study the star with an uninterrupted view. For this mission, ISRO is going to spend over Rs 400 crores. If that number seems high, rest assured, that’s not the case — after all, ISRO has a knack of completing its space missions at an abnormally low cost. But why is ISRO placing an observatory at L1 or Lagrange Point 1 in the first place? What is a Lagrange Point There are several points in our solar system, where the gravity of the sun, is equal to the gravity of a planet. These are called Lagrange Points. In total, there are 5 such