Aditya L1 mission: While speaking at an event in Gujarat today (December 22), the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman S Somanath spoke about the Aditya L1 mission.
He said, “Aditya L1 will enter L1 point on January 6 (Wednesday). That is what is expected and the exact time will be announced at the appropriate time,” said ISRO Chairman S Somanath on Friday at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 in Gandhinagar.
S Somanath on Aditya L1 mission:
Earlier, ISRO Chairman S Somanath said that the Aditya L1 spacecraft, India's first space-based mission to study the Sun, is nearing its final phase, and manoeuvers to enter the L1 point are expected to be completed by January 7, 2024.
“Aditya is on the way. I think it has reached almost its final phase,” the ISRO chief told media on the sidelines of an event organised at VSSC to commemorate the 60th year of the First Sounding Rocket Launch.
He said that the last preparations for the spacecraft's entry into the L1 point are currently underway incrementally. “Possibly by January 7th, the final maneuvers will be done for entering into the L1 point,” Somanath added.
Aditya L1 was successfully launched on September 2 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota. The spacecraft, after travelling about 1.5 million km from Earth over 125 days, is expected to be placed in a Halo orbit around the Lagrangian point L1, considered closest to the Sun.
Among other tasks, it will capture and transmit pictures of the Sun for scientific experiments.
ALSO READ: ISRO's Aditya-L1 captures full-disk images of Sun | See first pictures
Read More Science News
Top News
Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, December 22, 2023
EXCLUSIVE: Sam Bahadur actor Rohan Verma talks about Meghna Gulzar, Vicky Kaushal, clash with Animal
WFI requests United World Wrestling to lift ban, Maharashtra to host Senior Nationals
Related Aditya News
ISRO receives Icelandic prize for successful Chandrayaan-3 mission
India to launch female robot astronaut ‘Vyommitra’ ahead of manned mission
ISRO’s video shows how Aditya-L1 SUIT captured Sun in space | WATCH
ISRO’s Aditya-L1 captures full-disk images of Sun | See first pictures
Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Module moved from Moon orbit to Earth’s orbit, ISRO says ‘returns to home’
Latest News
‘Aditya L1 mission to enter L1 point on January 6, 2024’, says ISRO Chairman S Somanath | VIDEO
Gujarat government lifts ban on liquor in GIFT City: Check what’s allowed and what’s not
WFI requests United World Wrestling to lift ban, Maharashtra to host Senior Nationals
Turmeric to ginger: 6 superfoods to add to your winter diet
© 2009-2023 Independent News Service. All rights reserved.
WHO Classifies New COVID Strain JN.1 As ‘Variant of Interest’ | All You Need To Know About It
US Announces 10 Nation Coalition To Tackle Yemen’s Houthi Attcks In Red Sea | Israel-Hamas War
Armed Forces Flag Day: Honouring Our Soldiers’ Unwavering Commitment For Nation | Perspective
Muqabla : After PM Modi’s Massive Victory… I.N.D.I.A bloc meeting postponed ?
OMG India TV: Whose government will be formed in Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana and Mizoram?
Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, December 22, 2023
‘Who is Kharge-Pharge, nobody knows him’: JDU MLA bats for Nitish Kumar for I.N.D.I.A bloc PM face
COVID-19 update: India reports 22 cases of Omicron sub-variant JN.1 with mild symptoms
Yearender 2023: Top 10 political events in India this year
India’s first high-speed railway trial track to be ready by October 2024 in Rajasthan
Yearender 2023: From ‘Gaumutra’ to ‘Sanatan Dharma’ remark, most controversial statements this year
Yearender 2023: From Pathaan to Animal, 5 pan-India films that ruled box office
Yearender 2023: Top 5 moments in Indian sports this year
Yearender 2023: Fashion trends that defined the year 2023
Yearender 2023: Top 10 politicians who grabbed headlines this year
Pakistan: Several Baloch protesters in custody despite govt claims as country fumes over crackdown
WHAT! Couple en route to Italy miraculously cheats death in separate plane crashes on same day
Pakistan: SC approves bail for Imran Khan, Qureshi in cipher case, ex-PM still behind bars
US, China top military officials meet for first time in over a year amid hopes of warming ties
Prague shooting: Who was David Kozak, the ‘excellent student’ behind 14 people’s killing?
EXCLUSIVE: Sam Bahadur actor Rohan Verma talks about Meghna Gulzar, Vicky Kaushal, clash with Animal
Shahid Kapoor to Arshad Warsi: 7 actors who ruled the OTT space in 2023
‘Age-real to me…’ Shah Rukh Khan talks about his next, reveals shooting begins in March 2024
Dunki’s success in Australia, New Zealand, Shah Rukh Khan’s starrer becomes 3rd blockbuster opener
Fighter: Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone oozes oomph in Ishq Jaisa Kuch song
WFI requests United World Wrestling to lift ban, Maharashtra to host Senior Nationals
Bajrang Punia returns Padma Shri in his letter to PM Modi over WFI chief’s election
IND vs AUS: Fifties by Jemimah, Richa and Deepti help India take 157-run lead on Day 2
Whatever selections I missed out on…: Samson opens up on trying to stay positive after maiden ton
It was for bereavement: Usman Khawaja to challenge ICC’s charge on wearing black armband
YouTube launches ‘BrandConnect’ for creators and advertisers in India: How it works?
Holiday safety: Essential tips to safeguard yourself from these 10 online scams
Will Android users soon enjoy an iOS-like battery health indicator? DEETS inside
Apple withdraws Series 9, Ultra 2 watches from US sales: Here’s what happened so far
Poco M6 5G now available in India: Key features, pricing, and more details here
Explained | What is new European Super League that has split major football clubs?
Covid sub-variant cases on the rise: Is JN.1 more infectious and causing pneumonia? Explained
The Wanderers to turn pink for South Africa vs India 1st ODI | EXPLAINED
Why Mumbai Indians are investing in Hardik Pandya as captain ahead of IPL 2024?
Israel-Hamas War: Is there a growing rift between Joe Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu? Explained
Horoscope Today, December 22: Business to flourish for Scorpions, know about other zodiac signs
Career Horoscope 2024: A look at zodiac signs with better career opportunities next year
Horoscope 2024: From Leo to Aries, luckiest zodiac signs to get married next year
Horoscope Today, December 20: Big opportunities await Pisceans, know about other zodiac signs
Horoscope Today, December 19: Workload to decrease for Scorpion, Know about other zodiac signs
Amrita Pritam’s partner Imroz dies at 97: Interesting things to know about the renowned artist
Why is it important to understand the link between nutrition and skin health? Know here
Trail Mix to Cookies: Quick and healthy Christmas recipes that made it to Santa’s good list
Stubborn Acne Issue? Know the causes and treatment
7 ways to stay energised and hydrated this festive season