Elon Musk’s SpaceX has taken a major step toward becoming a publicly traded company, filing confidentially for an initial public offering on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The move could position the aerospace and technology firm among the most valuable companies globally, with an expected valuation exceeding $1 trillion. The IPO filing allows SpaceX to begin discussions with regulators while keeping detailed financial disclosures private during the early stages. Reports indicate the c

Elon Musk’s long-standing reputation for advancing unconventional technological ideas has taken another ambitious turn, with SpaceX formally proposing to build an orbital network of artificial intelligence data centres powered by solar energy. What initially appeared to be an eccentric concept has quickly moved into the regulatory phase, supported by official filings and public statements that suggest the company is serious about relocating a significant share of AI computing capacity beyon

Iran has once again imposed sweeping restrictions on internet access, escalating its long-standing campaign of digital control by reportedly disrupting even satellite-based connectivity such as Starlink. The latest shutdown marks a significant development, as Starlink has long been considered resistant to conventional censorship and network blocking methods used by state authorities. Digital rights researchers monitoring the situation say the government has deployed military-grade G

The world’s richest individual added significantly to his fortune after a major legal reversal in the United States. The Delaware Supreme Court on Friday cleared Elon Musk’s long-disputed $56 billion compensation package from Tesla, overturning a lower court ruling that had invalidated the 2018 pay plan. The decision marked a pivotal moment in a case that has drawn global attention to executive compensation, corporate governance, and shareholder rights at one of the world’s most valuabl

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath has confirmed that entrepreneur Elon Musk will be featured in an upcoming episode of his increasingly prominent podcast, “WTF.” The announcement arrived through a monochrome teaser posted on social media, quickly drawing widespread attention and amplifying conversations across multiple platforms. The short clip offered audiences their first brief look at the two figures together, igniting immediate curiosity about what the full interview may contain.

A major phase in SpaceX’s Starship test program faced an unexpected setback on Friday when Booster 18, the company’s first next-generation Block 3 Super Heavy booster, sustained significant structural damage during a ground test in South Texas. The incident occurred at SpaceX’s Massey test facility near Starbase, where the vehicle was undergoing routine gas-system pressure checks ahead of more rigorous structural proofing. Shortly after 4 a.m. local time, livestream footage captured the

Global competition in the satellite internet market is intensifying as Europe and China prepare to launch large-scale projects aimed at rivaling Elon Musk’s Starlink network. The developments mark a significant shift in the global communications landscape, with governments and private aerospace firms seeking to establish independent systems to reduce reliance on the American provider. Europe’s leading aerospace manufacturers have reached an agreement to combine their satellite p

Indian actor Jr NTR, who has earned global attention through his performances in Telugu cinema and his recent Bollywood debut, met United States Consul General Laura Williams in Hyderabad. The meeting highlighted not only his film career but also the growing cultural and creative ties between India and the United States. Williams shared her thoughts publicly, appreciating the actor’s projects filmed in the US and underlining how such ventures contribute to economic and cultural partners

Elon Musk has once again secured the top spot as the world’s richest person, overtaking Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison after a dramatic shift in billionaire rankings. The change followed Oracle’s historic stock rally on Wednesday, driven by strong quarterly earnings and soaring investor confidence in its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure services. At one point, Ellison briefly surged past Musk with the largest single-day gain ever record

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to India marks a crucial moment in the efforts to reset strained relations between the two neighboring giants. This is the first time in three years that Wang Yi has visited India, signaling an important opportunity for both countries to engage on key issues such as border disputes and regional security. Wang Yi's meeting with India’s Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar, and his scheduled meeting with Prime M

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to live and work aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has completed his historic 18-day mission in space. Shukla, who made history by becoming the first Indian to visit the ISS, has finally returned to Earth, exiting SpaceX's Dragon capsule and experiencing gravity once again after nearly three weeks in space. Shukla’s safe return was m

​Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to return to Earth after a landmark mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 crew. The mission, which included extensive scientific research, marked several historic firsts for India. Shukla became the first Indian to visit the ISS and only the second Indian astronaut in space, following Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma's 1984 mission. His return, scheduled for July 14 via the Dragon spacecraft, is part of a well-

President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Elon Musk after the billionaire entrepreneur announced the formation of a new political organization named the "America Party." The move has reignited tensions between the two former allies and set the stage for potential upheaval in the 2026 midterm elections. Trump labeled the third-party initiative as "ridiculous" and warned it would only create confusion in an already polarized political system. Befor

India’s journey into space has taken another historic leap with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla becoming the second Indian astronaut to travel to space. Onboard the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla is headed to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft, launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on a Falcon 9 rocket. Shukla, an Indian Air Force pilot, follows in the footsteps of

A powerful explosion rocked SpaceX’s testing facility in Massey, Texas, on Thursday, bringing preparations for the company’s next Starship launch to an abrupt standstill. The blast occurred just moments before the Starship Ship 36 prototype was set to undergo a critical static fire test. This phase involves igniting the engines of the rocket while it remains firmly secured to the ground, serving as a final trial of engine performance and systems integrity before a planned launch.

The absence of the United States’ premier space agency, NASA, from the Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX-2025) in Delhi has raised eyebrows within the international space community. Delegates from 37 countries gathered in the Indian capital to discuss the future of space exploration, yet NASA’s empty seats signaled a shift in U.S. space diplomacy under President Donald Trump’s second term. According to experts familiar with recent developments in Washington

In a momentous development for India's space program, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is all set for his maiden journey to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4). The mission, a private endeavor organized by Axiom Space in collaboration with NASA, SpaceX, and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), will see Shukla take flight aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is scheduled for 10:33 pm IST on May 29, 2025, from NASA’s Kennedy S

In a rare moment of praise for a Western entrepreneur, Russian President Vladimir Putin has drawn a striking comparison between SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and one of Russia’s most revered scientific figures, Sergei Korolev. Speaking to a group of university students about the direction of Russia’s space program, Putin acknowledged Musk’s ambitious efforts in space exploration and suggested that his ideas, though bold, may one

China has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent remarks advocating dialogue over discord in India-China relations, calling them "positive" and a step toward strengthening diplomatic ties. Beijing emphasized that cooperation between the two Asian giants — likened to the 'Dragon-Elephant Dance' — is the most effective path to shared success. In a statement on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning highlighted that both sides have acti