Join us for a special lecture tracing the fascinating journey of satellites, from their Cold War origins to their transformative role in today’s digital age. This talk explores the key technological, political, and scientific milestones that have shaped satellite development over the last seven decades.

It will trace the rapid evolution through the 20th century—communications, Earth observation, weather forecasting, navigation, and defense—unpacking how satellites became essential to both everyday life and global geopolitics.

As we move into the 21st century, the session will highlight the shift from large, government-built satellites to small satellite constellations, private space ventures, and India's growing capabilities through missions like CartoSAT, NISAR culminating in modern projects like ISRO’s and private sector participation.

Attendees will gain insight into:

The technological advancements driving satellite miniaturization

The rise of CubeSats, nanosats, and mega-constellations like Starlink

India’s growing strategic and commercial footprint in the satellite domain

Whether you're a student, a space enthusiast, or simply curious about how satellites shape our modern world, this talk will provide a compelling overview of where we've been—and where we're going next.