Science & Technology Current Affairs - 2026-07-07

Background: India's space agency, ISRO, has a successful history of lunar exploration with the Chandrayaan program. Chandrayaan-1 confirmed water on the Moon, and Chandrayaan-3 achieved a soft landing near the lunar south pole. Current Context: As of July 2026, ISRO is in the advanced planning stages for Chandrayaan-4. This mission is envisioned to be more ambitious, potentially involving a collaborative effort and focusing on in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) and deeper scientific analysis of the lunar south polar region. Impact: Chandrayaan-4 aims to build upon the scientific data gathered by previous missions, providing crucial insights into the Moon's composition, geology, and potential for future human habitation or resource extraction. It will further solidify India's position as a leader in space exploration.