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Pakistan to launch another satellite on 30th​

• MM1, the new satellite is scheduled to be launched on May 30, according to a spokesperson of the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission

INP
May 12, 2024

ISLAMABAD: In a landmark stride towards advancing its internet and communication capabilities, Pakistan has announced plans to launch a new satellite into space, following the successful deployment of the iCube Qamar satellite.

Dubbed MM1, the new satellite is scheduled to be launched on May 30, according to a spokesperson of the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco). The national space agency, Suparco, said the launch is set to take place from Islamabad.

The primary objective behind the MM1 satellite is to bolster Pakistan’s communication infrastructure. It is anticipated that the satellite will contribute to the establishment of a sophisticated communication network and has the potential to meet the growing demands of the telecom sector.

With the exponential growth in internet usage and the imminent rollout of 5G technology, the MM1 satellite holds promise in ensuring better availability and reliability of these services across the country. The satellite’s advanced capabilities are expected to address the increasing demand for high-speed internet and seamless connectivity.

On May 3, Pakistan launched its first mission to the moon, entering the international space race for research. The mission was launched with Chinese assistance from China’s Hainan Space Site. The satellite, weighing about 7kg, was developed by the Electrical Engineering Department of the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in Islamabad in two years.

Suparco launched the first satellite into lunar orbit, which was linked to the Chang’e 6 mission of China. With the launch of the mission, Pakistan became the sixth country in the world to go to the moon. On Friday, iCube Qamar made history by transmitting its first images from the moon’s orbit. The satellite successfully captured and transmitted its inaugural images from the lunar orbit, providing a unique perspective of the moon’s surface.

Hello, I usually am an observer and do not post but there seems to be no discussion on the linked article from BR regarding a new satellite Pakistan has developed and is supposedly launching from Islamabad....either this is poor reporting or Pakistan has developed satellite launch capabilities which is massive. I hope we can have an informative discussion on this.

Perhaps the NOTAM given some days ago is related to this??

 

[ghazi52]

Hello, I usually am an observer and do not post but there seems to be no discussion on the linked article from BR regarding a new satellite Pakistan has developed and is supposedly launching from Islamabad....either this is poor reporting or Pakistan has developed satellite launch capabilities which is massive. I hope we can have an informative discussion on this.

Perhaps the NOTAM given some days ago is related to this??

Very poor reporting, It is Business Recorder..
They might have dream for developing and is supposedly launching from Islamabad. Never !

 

[ghazi52]

Pakistan is set to launch its multi-mission communication satellite, PAKSAT-MM-1, on May 30 in collaboration with China.

The launch will take place at China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Centre, according to the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco).

This advanced satellite, a joint effort between Suparco and the Chinese Aerospace Industry, aims to enhance the country's communication and connectivity infrastructure.

PAKSAT-MM-1 will support the telecom sector by providing high-speed internet and seamless connectivity, contributing significantly to the socio-economic development of Pakistan and aiding in the transformation to a Digital Pakistan.

 

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Pakistan's second communication satellite PAKSAT MM-1 launched into space​

Satellite to deploy at an altitude of 36,000 km above the Earth

Correspondent
May 30, 2024

KARACHI: Pakistan launched on Thursday its second communication satellite today, PAKSAT MM-1, to further improve the country's digital communication infrastructure.

The satellite was sent into orbit from China's Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC) and will deploy at an altitude of 36,000 km above the Earth.

The five-ton satellite is equipped with the latest communication equipment. “The satellite is expected to contribute to the establishment of a sophisticated communication network and help meet the growing demands of the telecom sector,” Suparco said.

The satellite is expected to take three to four days to stabilise in its designated orbit around the Earth, a Suparco official added.

“Its advanced capabilities will address the increasing demand for high-speed internet and seamless connectivity. This high-power multi-mission satellite will provide communication services in C, Ku, Ka Bands and SBAS services in L Band.”

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the nation on the successful launch of the country's second communication satellite.

"I, along with the entire nation, am proud of our scientists achievement," said the premier.

“It will prove to be a stepping stone in the transformation of the country into digital Pakistan. It will provide various communication services like broadband internet, TV broadcasting, mobile bank hauling, and VSAT connectivity,” added the spokesperson.

The launch follows the historic ICUBE-Q launch on May 3 on board China’s Chang’E6 mission.

ICube-Qamar achieved lunar orbit at 1:14 pm Pakistan time on May 9. Following its deployment on the moon, the satellite operated according to the designated parameters.
The Chang'e 6 mission is scheduled to commence its return journey to Earth on June 4 and is expected to reach the planet on June 25.

The quest to send a lunar orbiter started in 2022 when the China National Space Agency (CNSA), through the Asia Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO), offered member states an opportunity to send a student-built payload to Earth's closest celestial neighbour onboard the Chang'e 6 mission.

 

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Pakistan's communication satellite reaches orbit​

PakSAT-MM1 is positioned at an altitude of 38,786km above the Earth at 38.2 degrees East

News Desk
June 06, 2024

Weighing 5 tonnes, PakSAT-MM1 is equipped with state-of-the-art communication technology.

Pakistan's national space agency’ Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), has announced its communication satellite, PakSAT-MM1, has reached its designated orbit.

A SUPARCO spokesperson confirmed that its second satellite, launched on May 30, has reached its geostationary orbit. "PakSAT-MM1 is now positioned at an altitude of 38,786 kilometres above the Earth," the spokesperson said.

The satellite is stationed at 38.2 degrees East. Weighing 5 tonnes, PakSAT-MM1 is equipped with state-of-the-art communication technology, which will provide high-speed internet access across the country.

"Following its deployment, the satellite's solar panels have started functioning," the spokesperson added. "Various tests will be conducted to assess the satellite's health and performance in orbit."

The launch of PakSat-MM1 marks a significant milestone for the country’s space programme, which aims to enhance the country’s communication infrastructure and reduce dependency on foreign satellites.

The satellite is expected to improve internet connectivity, especially in remote and underserved areas, supporting the country’s digital transformation initiatives.

The satellite was sent into orbit from China's Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC).

This launch follows the successful deployment of Pakistan's first communication satellite, PakSAT-1R, in 2011.

 

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Pakistan Navigation program. IOC to be achieved by 2026:

https://www.unoosa.org/documents/pdf/icg/2022/ICG16/21.pdf

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The imager used in PakTES-1A

Tegu Imager | satsearch

The Tegu imager is a lightweight multispectral imager. Its 200mm aperture space-proven optics are suitable to demanding microsatellite missions.

satsearch.co

 

[Pakistan Space Agency]

Govt presents Rs 3.792 trillion national development plan for FY 2024-25

By Ghulam Abbas
June 12, 2024

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has proposed a national development plan worth Rs 3.792 trillion for the next fiscal year, as approved earlier by the National Economic Council (NEC). This is a significant increase from the Rs 2.393 trillion allocated for the federal and provincial Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) in the outgoing fiscal year.

According to budget documents, the government has allocated Rs 1.4 trillion for the federal development plan (PSDP), compared to the Rs 659 billion revised allocation for the outgoing financial year, marking a 112 percent increase. The initial allocation for the federal PSDP in the outgoing year was Rs 590 billion, which was later revised upward to Rs 659 billion.

The documents indicate that the federal development programme has actually increased to Rs 1.5 trillion, with an additional Rs 100 billion allocated for public-private partnership (PPP) projects. An additional Rs 196.83 billion is estimated to be invested by state-owned entities in development activities, bringing the total size of the federal development plan to Rs 1.696 trillion.

For the provincial development plan in 2024-25, the government has allocated Rs 2.095 trillion, up from the Rs 1.559 trillion revised PSDP for the outgoing fiscal year. This brings the total development outlay of federal and provincial governments to Rs 3.792 trillion.

In the federal PSDP 2024-25, Rs 356.22 billion have been allocated for different corporations, including the National Highway Authority (NHA) and NTDC/PEPCO, with Rs 180.28 billion and Rs 175.9 billion, respectively.

The PSDP for the next fiscal year includes an allocation of Rs 1.039 trillion for federal ministries and divisions, compared to Rs 459 billion in the outgoing year, reflecting over a 100 percent increase.

As per the documents, the following allocations have been made:

• Rs 7.3 billion for the Aviation Division
• Rs 1.65 billion for the Board of Investment
• Rs 75.7 billion for the Cabinet Division
• Rs 6.2 billion for the Climate Change Division
• Rs 2.2 billion for the Commerce Division
• Rs 728 million for the Communication Division (other than NHA)

Further allocations include:

• Rs 5.6 billion for the Defence Division
• Rs 3.7 billion for the Defence Production Division
• Rs 921 million for the Establishment Division
• Rs 25.7 billion for the Federal Education Division
• Rs 6 billion for the Finance Division
• Rs 66.315 billion for the Higher Education Commission
• Rs 27.6 billion for Housing and Works
• Rs 104 million for Human Rights
• Rs 4.9 billion for Industries and Production Division

For other key sectors:

• Rs 28.9 billion for Information Technology
• Rs 41.2 billion for National Food Security and Research
• Rs 27 billion for National Health Services
• Rs 25 billion for Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission
• Rs 3.2 billion for Petroleum Division
• Rs 60 billion for Planning and Development
• Rs 45 billion for Railways
• Rs 17.6 billion for Revenue Division
• Rs 7.1 billion for Science and Technology
• Rs 35.6 billion for SUPARCO
• Rs 259.5 billion for Water Resources
• Rs 74.5 billion for Special Areas (AJK and GB)
• Rs 80.4 billion for Provincial projects and merged districts of KP
• Rs 70 billion for merged districts of KP

 

[Pakistan Space Agency]

Entrepreneurs, Employees Hail Federal Budget 2024-25

Umer Jamshaid
Published June 13, 2024 | 03:40 PM

RAWALPINDI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 13th Jun, 2024) Entrepreneurs and government employees have lauded the proposed Federal Budget FY 2024-25.

The entrepreneurs from IT sectors expressed satisfaction with the funds boost in IT sectors. They said products and services in the IT industry demand more encouragement to involve young IT professionals contribute to national exchequer.

The medium and small-scale businessmen in the Sadar area believed that the competitive IT sector would become a leading entrepreneur domain in the national economy.

Talking to APP, a businessman dealing in computer hardware accessories, Amir Saeed said the federal government has made a major increase in funds for the IT and Telecom Division in its Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) which is a positive indicator for the growth of IT industry. The IT division will get Rs.29.0bn for FY 2024-25 against Rs.6.0bn in the current year.

A group of students noted that the increase in development funds for the Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) was the right decision by the government. The government has allocated Rs.35.6bn for SUPARCO for FY 2024-25, as compared to the current year’s allocation of only Rs.7.0bn.

The students said that after the successful launch of a space satellite recently in collaboration with China, the space technology sectors demanded a significant raise in development funds for continued research and development.

Government employees observed a sigh of relief in hard economic times, by getting a salary rise as announced in the Federal Budget on Thursday.

Shaban said a salaried person has a fixed income resource that declines by increased inflammation. She said that a raise in her salary would help her meet variant expenditures.

A private school owner and President All Pakistan Private Schools Management Association (APPSMA), Amjad Zeb said that the education sector needed considerable development funds. He suggested that young graduates should be bridged up with industrial demand.

He said the government's decision to provide vocational training is also an encouraging step by the government. He offered the government for private institutions' cooperation for improvement in the education sector.

Entrepreneurs, Employees Hail Federal Budget 2024-25 - UrduPoint

Entrepreneurs and government employees have lauded the proposed Federal Budget FY 2024-25. The entrepreneurs from IT sectors expressed satisfaction with the funds boost in IT sectors. They said products and services in the IT industry demand more encouragement to involve young IT professionals...

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[JaneBhiDoYaaron]

I sincerely hope money goes to the scientists and space program else the corrupt are already thinking.

 

[newb3e]

retd sabh ki lottery!

 

[AZADPAKISTAN2009]

This program is basically a Money Laundering Heaven
Free money , no one knows where it is spent

If anyone asks questions point towards the Sky , look an Angel is flying over us

Our space program

 

[Persian Gulf]

pakistan has a space programme ? which SLVs does it produce ?