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Blue Origin has selected an Indian pilot for its upcoming voyage aboard New Shepard. Gopichand Thotakura, an entrepreneur and pilot from Andhra Pradesh, has been chosen as one of the select few to join the elite crew of Blue Origin’s New Shepard-25 (NS-25) mission.

Who is Gopi Thotakura, first Indian ‘space tourist’ to fly with Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin

April 12, 2024, 07:03 PM - 2 min read

Each member of the NS-25 mission will carry a postcard on behalf of Blue Origin's foundation, Club for the Future, symbolizing the collective dreams and aspirations of young minds worldwide. Thotakura will be accompanied by former Air Force Captain Ed Dwight, the US's first Black astronaut candidate selected by President John F. Kennedy in 1961.

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh with ISRO Chairmen S. Somnath in Ahmedabad. Image X.

Bharat's Cosmic ambitions soar: Dr. Jitendra Singh unveils vision for Space economy surge

March 5, 2024, 06:09 PM - 2 min read

India sets its sights on a significant expansion in its share of the global space economy, with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh outlining ambitious targets and highlighting the pivotal role of the private sector in advancing the nation's space endeavors.

Florida-based company Space Perspective has unveiled the world's largest space capsule, promising a luxurious experience for space tourists

World's largest space capsule: Luxury tours 20 miles above earth for $125,000

February 23, 2024, 04:11 PM - 2 min read

Compared to other space tourism companies like Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin, which offer shorter and more expensive trips, Space Perspective aims to provide a more accessible option for those seeking a unique cosmic adventure. Despite reaching a lower altitude than its competitors, the company emphasizes the expansive views and unparalleled comfort offered by Spaceship Neptune.