The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the national space agency of India, which
operates under the Department of Space (DOS). The department executes the Indian Space
Programme primarily through various Centres or units within ISRO. The prime objective of
ISRO/DOS is the development and application of space technology for various national needs.
To fulfil this objective, ISRO has established major space systems for communication,
television broadcasting and meteorological services; resources monitoring and management;
space-based navigation services. ISRO has developed satellite launch vehicles, PSLV and
GSLV, to place the satellites in the required orbits. Alongside its technological
advancement, ISRO contributes to science and science education in the country. Various
dedicated research centres and autonomous institutions for remote sensing, astronomy and
astrophysics, atmospheric sciences and space sciences in general function under the aegis of
Department of Space. ISRO's own Lunar and interplanetary missions along with other
scientific projects encourage and promote science education, apart from providing valuable
data to the scientific community which in turn enriches science.
www.isro.gov.in
Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe), created in 2020 is an independent nodal agency under Department of Space (DoS) for allowing space activities and usage of DOS owned facilities by NGPEs as well as to prioritise the launch manifest. IN-SPACe, is responsible to promote, enable authorize and supervise various space activities of the NGEs that include, among others, the building of launch vehicles and satellites and providing space-based services; sharing of space infrastructure and premises under the control of DOS/ISRO; and establishment of new space infrastructure and facilities.
Three Directorates viz., Promotion Directorate (PD), Technical Directorate (TD) and Program
Management and Authorization Directorate (PMAD) are carrying out the functions of IN-SPACe.
www.inspace.gov.in
NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), incorporated on 6 March 2019 is a wholly owned Government of
India company, under the administrative control of Department of Space (DOS). It is the
commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) with the primary responsibility
of enabling Indian industries to take up high technology space related activities and is
also responsible for promotion and commercial exploitation of the products and services
emanating from the Indian space programme. The major business areas of NSIL include a)
production of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Small Satellite Launch Vehicle
(SSLV) through industry; b) production and marketing of space-based services, including
launch services and space-based applications like transponder leasing, remote sensing and
mission support services; c) building of Satellites (both Communication and Earth
Observation) as per user requirements; d) transfer of technology developed by ISRO centres/
units and constituent institutions of Dept. of Space) Marketing spin off technologies and
products/ services emanating out of ISRO activities; and consultancy services.
www.nsilindia.co.in
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the development of India, partnering Industry, Government and civil society through advisory and consultative processes.
CII is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry-led and industry-managed organisation, with around 9,700 members from the private as well as public sectors, including SMEs and MNCs, and an indirect membership of over 365,000 enterprises from 318 national and regional sectoral industry bodies.
For more 130 years, CII has been engaged in shaping India’s development journey and works proactively on transforming Indian Industry’s engagement in national development. CII charts change by working closely with the Government on policy issues, interfacing with thought leaders, and enhancing efficiency, competitiveness, and business opportunities for industry through a range of specialised services and strategic global linkages. It also provides a platform for consensus-building and networking on key issues.
Through its dedicated Centres of Excellence and Industry competitiveness initiatives, promotion of innovation and technology adoption, and partnerships for sustainability, CII plays a transformative part in shaping the future of the nation. Extending its agenda beyond business, CII assists industry to identify and execute corporate citizenship programmes across diverse domains, including affirmative action, livelihoods, diversity management, skill development, empowerment of women, and sustainable development, to name a few.
For 2025-26, CII has identified “Accelerating Competitiveness: Globalisation, Inclusivity, Sustainability, Trust” as its theme, prioritising five key pillars. During the year, CII will align its initiatives to drive strategic action aimed at enhancing India’s competitiveness by promoting global engagement, inclusive growth, sustainable practices, and a foundation of trust.
With 70 offices, including 12 Centres of Excellence, in India, and 9 overseas offices in Australia, Egypt, Germany, Indonesia, Singapore, UAE, UK, and USA, as well as institutional partnerships with about 250 counterpart organisations in almost 100 countries, CII serves as a reference point for Indian industry and the international business community.
91 11 45771000
info@cii.in
www.cii.in
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