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ISRO scheduled its PSLV-C62 mission for 12 January 2026 from Sriharikota, with EOS-N1 as the primary payload and additional co-passenger satellites for domestic and international customers. The launch, coordinated with NSIL, reflects India’s steady cadence in earth observation and commercial rideshare services.
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Nasscom has sought startup-friendly tax changes and clearer guidance on cloud computing regulation and taxation. The industry body highlighted ESOP taxation concerns and called for more certainty for foreign cloud providers using Indian data centres.
ISRO is set to begin its 2026 orbital schedule with the PSLV-C62 mission from Sriharikota, launching the EOS-N1 Earth observation satellite and additional payloads, signalling a renewed pace for India’s satellite and commercial launch ecosystem.
A report said NTPC is set to work with US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy on developing thorium-based fuel for nuclear reactors. The move revives attention on India’s long-stated interest in thorium, given the country’s resource profile and the strategic goal of reducing reliance on imported nuclear fuel.
Google’s Republic Day 2026 Doodle highlights India’s space journey, using rocket and satellite motifs to celebrate national pride in ISRO and the country’s growing role in global space exploration.
Ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Delhi government has initiated a fast-tracked beautification and infrastructure push on key routes and public spaces, including LED lighting and decorative installations. The works aim to improve visitor experience and safety as the summit brings international delegates to New Delhi in February.
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Nasscom has asked the government to extend tax deferment on ESOPs to a wider set of startups and to clarify cloud regulation and taxation rules for overseas cloud providers using Indian data centres, aiming to reduce uncertainty for investors and founders.
EY India has recommended extending the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to new technology areas including AI, space and robotics, while also calling for stronger tax certainty and a dedicated customs dispute resolution mechanism to improve investor confidence.
The Madhya Pradesh cabinet has approved implementation of SpaceTech Policy-2026, aimed at promoting innovation in satellite manufacturing, geospatial analysis and downstream applications. The policy is expected to attract investment and create jobs over the next five years, according to reporting carried by The Economic Times.
Google published a Republic Day Doodle that salutes India’s space journey, using rocket and satellite motifs to spotlight ISRO and the country’s recent missions. The illustration links national pride with innovation, reflecting how space achievements have become part of India’s modern identity story.
The Indira Gandhi Planetarium in Lucknow will begin screening a new 3D stereo full-dome experience on India’s lunar missions from Republic Day. The immersive show spotlights ISRO’s Chandrayaan programme with cinematic visuals aimed at students and general audiences alike.
Delhi Police has stepped up surveillance across the capital ahead of Republic Day, deploying AI-enabled smart glasses, facial recognition systems and video analytics, alongside intensified checks at entry and exit points to track suspicious movement and prevent incidents during celebrations.