Daily Current Affairs / ISRO Launches RESPOND Basket 2025 for Research Proposals
Category : Science and Tech Published on: December 23 2025
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched the RESPOND Basket 2025 to invite research proposals from premier universities and recognised academic and R&D institutions. The initiative focuses on areas aligned with ISRO’s upcoming missions and national priorities. It aims to support key projects, including the Bharatiya Antariksh Station, Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan, Venus orbiter, and a human Moon landing. The programme encourages scientific innovation and collaboration to strengthen India’s space research capabilities.
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