Science & Technology Current Affairs 7 September 2026: ISRO, EOS-05 & Space Reforms
ISRO, EOS-05, GSLV-F17, IN-SPACe, space-sector reforms and human-spaceflight cooperation selected for science and technology exams.
Published: 7 September 2026 ยท Exam-focused current affairs.
1. ISRO says it will remain at the centre of India's space programme
ISRO has clarified that it is not being privatised and will remain central to India's space programme. Routine manufacturing and commercial activities can involve public-sector entities and private companies while ISRO focuses on advanced and strategic capabilities.
2. IN-SPACe is central to India's private space ecosystem
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) promotes, enables and regulates participation of non-government entities in India's space activities.
3. EOS-05 successfully launched aboard GSLV-F17
The successful launch of EOS-05 aboard GSLV-F17 on 4 September is a major science and technology current-affairs topic. EOS-05 is an Earth-observation satellite.
4. US Ambassador Sergio Gor meets astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor met Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and highlighted his journey as an example of India-US space cooperation. Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to travel to the International Space Station.
5. India's space reforms expand public-private participation
India's space-policy framework encourages private companies to participate in launch services and satellite systems while ISRO continues advanced research and strategic missions.
Quick Revision: Most Important Exam Points
- ISRO has clarified that it is not being privatised.
- IN-SPACe promotes, enables and regulates non-government space activities.
- EOS-05 was launched aboard GSLV-F17 on 4 September 2026.
- Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to travel to the International Space Station.
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