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1. By what year is India targeting to launch the first module of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station?
India's ambitious space program has set its sights on launching the first module of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2028, marking a significant milestone in the country's space research and exploration journey. This endeavour is part of the revised Gaganyaan program, approved by the Union Cabinet, with a total funding of ₹20,193 crore. The program aims to enhance India's capabilities in microgravity research and foster innovation, paving the way for a crewed moon mission by 2040. The Bharatiya Antariksh Station is expected to be fully operational by 2035, further solidifying India's presence in space research.