Author: Uday Kumar Varma

On 23 August each year, In­dia commemorates Nation­al Space Day, a landmark occasion inspired by the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 near the Moon’s south pole. This historic event marked more than a technological triumph—it signalled India’s confident stride onto the world stage as a rising leader in science and technology. It was a bold message from an ancient civiliza­tion undergoing a dynamic transforma­tion into a knowledge-era powerhouse. India is no longer in the business of catching up. It is now creating new paths. At a time when technological supremacy defines global power, India stands ready not only to participate but…