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Head-load workers, locals block ISRO’s heavy, high-tech cargo in Kerala, demand money

Despite the high COVID-19 cases in Kerala (over 26,000 cases on Sunday and a TPR of over 17%) and the Sunday total lockdown restrictions, locals and those from politically affiliated trade unions had gathered in large numbers around the truck and created a ruckus. Unmindful of the fact that ISRO’s cargo was being wheeled in with special security, the locals halted the vehicle’s movement for nearly two hours. 

Sep 07, 2021, 07:15 AM IST

Exclusive: Gaganyaan spacecraft engines tested successfully by ISRO, all you need to know

This cluster of engines would help Indian astronauts remain in orbit and also aid their safe return.

Aug 30, 2021, 19:04 PM IST