Karnataka Minister hails ISRO for successful initial phase of Space Docking Experiment
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Minister for Small Irrigation, Science, and Technology, NS Boseraju on Tuesday expressed great joy over ISRO's historic achievement in successfully conducting the initial phase of the Space Docking Experiment (SPADEX).
In his statement, he stressed on the importance of space docking, highlighting its crucial role in advancing projects such as unmanned space missions and human lunar exploration.
"The initial success of this experiment is a testament to ISRO’s commitment and expertise. I extend my best wishes for the continued success of space docking in the coming phases," he said.
The Minister lauded ISRO as a source of pride for Karnataka and the nation, emphasising its vital contributions to India’s space endeavors.
"With achievements like these, I am confident ISRO will achieve its ambitious goal of establishing a self-sustained space station by 2025, elevating India’s global stature in space exploration," he added.
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French President Macron concludes Mumbai visit
Mumbai (PTI): French President Emmanuel Macron, along with First Lady Brigitte Macron, left Mumbai for New Delhi on Wednesday after concluding his engagements here, including bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
They were seen off at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.
On Tuesday, Macron held discussions with Modi as part of efforts to further strengthen India-France strategic ties.
During the Mumbai visit, the French president and his wife also met some of India's top filmmakers and actors, and had an animated exchange with them about cinema, culture and collaboration.
President Macron is on an official visit to India from February 17 to 19 at the invitation of PM Modi to participate in the AI Impact Summit hosted by India in the national capital Delhi, besides the bilateral summit in Mumbai.
PM Modi will inaugurate the summit on February 19. As many as 20 heads of states, including French President Macron, will be present at the inaugural session, Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said.
