Manastu Space Podcast

About Manastu Space Podcast

🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!' 🔔Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more incredible conversations from the frontlines of innovation!

Publisher

Manastu Space

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 May 2025

Latest episode

20 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Jan 2026

   How a Gulab Jamun Inspired the World's Lightest Satellite? Space Educator Ruchira Sawant | MSP #10

   In this episode of Manastu Space Podcast, we have Miss Ruchira Sawant, who as an educator and space science writer is leading through her passion driven efforts for creative innovation.Ruchira Sawant is a distinguished Space Educator and Scientific Communicator passionate about democratizing space science for Indian audiences. Through her compelling storytelling in regional languages and newspapers, she has inspired thousands to look up at the stars with wonder and understanding. Her work bridges the gap between India's groundbreaking space achievements and everyday person, proving that science communication is as crucial as the science itself.She is here to set and shape narratives, imparting a sense of independent thought and original creative thinking into young impressionable minds, school kids and local curious learners, and within their regional language.Her touch of authenticity and humble rootedness with the stories of her soil, she stands tall and class apart, as a next-door storyteller.Join us in this captivating conversation with Ruchira Sawant, renowned Space Educator and Scientific Communicator, as she reveals the untold stories behind India's space achievements and the art of making cosmic science accessible to every Indian.From discovering her readers on Mumbai trains to writing articles in mother tongues, Ruchira shares her unique journey of bridging the gap between complex space science and everyday people. This episode explores how storytellers breathe life into scientific achievements, the emotional connection behind KalamSat, and why space shouldn't be considered "alien" anymore.Featured in this episode:- How Rifath Sharook's team inspired from a gulab jamun - KalamSat, the world's lightest satellite (64g, 4cm cube)- Why writing science in regional languages creates deeper impact- The natural human connection between space exploration and our daily lives- Insights from working with legends like Dr. Kasturi Rangan and Mr. Srinivas Laxman- How Hollywood films like October Sky, First Man, and Gravity bring space closer to peopleTime Stamps:00:00 - Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #101:00 - Future of Space from a storyteller's point of view1:55 - Bringing people to science3:00 - Starting with notable articles in newspapers5:00 - Finding my readers in train9:00 - Is Space an alien topic or a niche?10:30 - October Sky, First Man and Gravity: Great Space films by Hollywood11:35 - Journey of the People and natural connect14:15 - Making space 'accessible' for all mankind: A heartfelt anecdote18:00 - Dare to Dream with knowledge of science education19:50 - Getting inspired from a stranger's quality work20:50 - Articles written in mother-tongue have a unique impact22:35 - 'The Celestial Rendezvous' and 'From Gulab Jamun to the Stars'24:45 - KalamSat: World's lightest satellite (64g, 4cm cube) built by Space Kidz India, launched on NASA rocket in 201725:18 - How a Gulab Jamun inspired the smallest Satellite by Rifath Sharook and his team26:30 - Storytellers bring meaning and value to the work of scientists27:15 - Space Relationship with Mr. Srinivas Laxman28:25 - Advice from Dr. Kasturi Rangan29:15 - Magic of work lies in detailing and depth of research30:45 - Never underestimate the stories you put out for the universe to learn from🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🔔Do like, share, and subscribe - leave your feedback in the comments.For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

2. 

   17 Dec 2025

   How India Tricked CIA by playing Cricket at Pokhran's Nuclear Site | Space Secrets Revealed | MSP #9

   India's Secret Nuclear Story: https://youtu.be/6Ar_1O3ftnQFrom Bullock Carts to Moon Landing - https://youtu.be/BPmLbsZTqsM?si=481iXYHC71XsG5NuIn this episode of Manastu Space Podcast, we have been joined by Miss Ruchira Sawant, who as an educator and space science writer is leading through her passion driven efforts for creativity & innovation.She is here to set and shape narratives, imparting a sense of independent thought and original creative thinking into young impressionable minds, school kids and local curious learners, and within their regional language.Her touch of authenticity and humble rootedness with the stories of her soil, she stands tall and class apart, as a next-door storyteller, that will always greet you with a smile and a powerful interaction. We spoke on:✅Space Education: Space Stories to transform kids into Scientists✅ISRO, Chandrayaan & Inspiring the Next Generation Scientists✅Pokhran's Heroes & Homi Bhabha's Forgotten Museum✅From Smiling Buddha to Operation Sindoor✅ISRO vs NASA, Pokhran's CIA Trick & India's Nuclear Heroes✅Valentina to Valentina: Women of SpaceTime Stamps:00:00 - Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #901:10 - Meet Miss Ruchira Sawant: India's Leading Space Educator & Science Communicator04:50 - How Reading Came Naturally & Impact of 'Tottochan: The Little Girl at the Window'06:45 - Wings of Fire: Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam's Influence on Space Dreams07:45 - Saamana & Power of Regional Storytelling09:00 - Free Thinking & Formative Education in Science Labs10:15 - India's Nuclear Programme & Our Legendary Scientists11:25 - ISRO vs NASA: Real Comparison Nobody Talks About12:20 - Paramanu: Celebrating Pokhran's Unsung Heroes Through Cinema14:18 - Dr. Gopal Kaushik: India's Real-Life James Bond you've never heard15:15 - Military & Scientists Collaborated for Nuclear Missions16:26 - Operation Smiling Buddha (1974) & Pokhran II: How India Tricked CIA by Playing Cricket17:25 - Satellite Blind Spots: The Strategic Leverage India Used18:40 - Stars Behind Pokhran II & The Famous 'Curd Rice' Story20:53 - Tragedy of Homi Bhabha's Museum: A National Shame22:05 - Valentina Tereshkova: The First Woman in Space & Her Legacy23:05 - How World War II Gave Birth to the Space Program24:15 - The Emotional Letter from 'Valentina to Valentina'25:45 - Why Space Stories Matter & Their Transformative Impact on Kids27:40 - Space Race, International Geophysical Year & Seeing 'Two Sides of the Moon'29:00 - Birth of the Satellite Idea: How It All Started30:00 - Humankind: A Hopeful History & Yuval Noah Harari's Vision31:00 - Marooned: When WW2 Enemies Became Space Brothers33:00 - Historic Apollo-Soyuz Mission (1975): Cold War's First Thaw34:30 - Irreplaceable Power of an Original Creative Thought35:10 - Indian Space Programme Insights with Dr. Kasturi Rangan37:35 - Why Chandrayaan Missions Were Absolutely Necessary for India's Future39:00 - "Hope Is a Good Thing, and No Good Thing Ever Dies" 🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 📲Follow Ruchira Sawant🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchira-sawant-602401ba/🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenamezraj/ 🔗YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThenamezRAJ/podcasts🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech.Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!🔔Do like, share, and subscribe.For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

3. 

   10 Dec 2025

   The Atomic Rendezvous: How a Hindu man saved Pakistan’s Nuclear Weapon Program | ft. Srinivas Laxman

   From the Cold War Space Race to India’s Nuclear Power Secrets, this episode of the Manastu Space Podcast is a mind-bending journey through space secrets, nuclear science, political espionage and unspoken truths.Hosted by Raj Shrivastava, featuring the legendary Srinivas Laxman, veteran space journalist and son of R.K. Laxman, this episode reveals how India rose from humble beginnings to a global space and nuclear power.🌙 Moon Landing: Fake or Real?🇮🇳 Saare Jahan Se Accha and Mission Majnu: Netflix Specials🛰️ ISRO to Axiom-4: India’s leap into global space collaboration ⚛️ Inside BARC & Operation Shakti: What really happened in Pokhran💣 Indira Gandhi’s secret plan to bomb Pakistan’s nuclear site👩🚀 Kalpana Chawla & Sunita Williams: Real-life stories NASA won’t tell you🧬 APJ Abdul Kalam, R. Chidambaram & The Common Man on Mars✍️ R.K. Laxman’s last cartoon — and its beautiful connection to ISRO00:00 – Moon Landing: Fake or Real? 2:28 – Meeting and knowing Rakesh Sharma 3:21 – First Indian Man to go to Space 4:02 – Ravish Malhotra vs Rakesh Sharma 4:40 – Saare Jahan Se Accha - Netflix Series5:20 – Shubhanshu Shukla x Axiom-4 Mission 6:20 – Titan X Rakesh Sharma 7:35 – Meeting Sunita Williams and speaking to Kalpana Chawla 8:11 – Kalpana Chawla’s first mission controversy with NASA10:45 – Sunita Williams rescue mission back to earth11:11 – Space X Dragon Crew vs Boeing Starliner11:35 – Why is NASA’s budget being cut? 12:00 – Chinese Space Station 12:40 – Bharatiya Antariksha Station and ISRO's Moon Mission13:30 – NASA’s Moon Landing, giant leap or giant lie? 15:49 – (Nuclear – Gas- Electrical) Propulsion 17:10 – NISAR 18:35 – Legacy from INCOSPAR to ISRO 20:10 – ISRO during Operation Sindoor and Axiom-4 Launch 21:00 – Apollo 13: The Most Successful Failure 22:20 – Richard Phillips Feynman: The Man behind the Manhattan Project’s Atomic Bomb23:35 – Father of Pakistan's atomic weapons program 24:20 – Indira Gandhi’s plan to bomb Pakistan Nuclear Facility, in Kahuta 25:15 – Munir Khan vs Raja Ramanna: Battle of the atomic minds26:54 – Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran 27:30 – When Israeli Air Force Jets bombed Iraqi reactors 28:15 – When Mrs. Indira Gandhi was presented with the Nuclear Bomb in Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) 30:00 - Smiling Buddha (1974) and Operation Shakti (1998) Nuclear Tests 31:30 – Dr. R Chidambaram; key architect of India's nuclear weapons program 32:18 – Fine tuning the nuclear bomb in a wedding ceremony 37:55 – Nuclear issue is the main issue 38:25 – When a girl from Chennai received a letter from Robert Oppenheimer 39:08 – The Atomic Rendezvous 41:55 – ‘Common man on Mars’ by Sir R.K Laxman 45:30 – Sending the cartoon print to ISRO Campus 45:48 – The Last Common Man 46:40 – Amazing stories of Indian Space and Nuclear legacy 47:10 – The Celestial Rendezvous48:00 – Remembering APJ Abdul Kalam 🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 📲Follow Srinivas Laxman🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivas-laxman-75a6432a/?originalSubdomain=in🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenamezraj/ 🔗YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThenamezRAJ/podcasts🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!🔔Do like, share, and subscribe - leave your take in comments. For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

4. 

   3 Dec 2025

   Rise of Indian Space Research Organization: Bullock Carts to Moon Landing | Srinivas Laxman | MSP #7

   In this explosive episode, host Raj Shrivastava (Marketing & PR Manager, Manastu Space) sits down with Mr. Srinivas Laxman, veteran space journalist, proud son of legendary cartoonist R.K. Laxman, and a man who has witnessed India’s space journey from its humble beginnings to global dominance. From Apollo 13’s 'successful failure' to India’s first atomic bomb masterminds, this episode is loaded with rare stories, historical insights, and space knowledge worth millions. If you’re a space lover, ISRO supporter, or history enthusiast, this podcast is unmissable. 00:00 – Manastu Space Podcast #7 4:13 – Meet Veteran Space Journalist, Mr. Srinivas Laxman 4:48 – National Space Day5:05 – Chandrayaan-2 lost communication 5:35 – “We are on the moon”: Ex-ISRO Chief, Mr. Somnath 5:50 – First country in the world to land on South Pole of the moon 6:42 – Apollo 13; The Successful Failure 7:25 – IIT Bombay students map chemistry of moon using Chandrayaan-2 Data 8:15 – Indian Space Program started on Nov 23rd, 1963 9:00 – Started as a Crime Reporter in Times of India 9:52 – My story on ‘1992 Gulf War’ created a ruckus in Indian Parliament 12:00 – Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) 12:30 – Homi Bhabha, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai and St. Mary Magdalene Church in Thumba 13:10 – Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)15:40 – His cartoons were loved by millions of Indians 16:45 – Balasaheb Thackeray and R.K Laxman used to have lunch together17:35 – Space Reporting and my first launch in 1997 with PSLV Rocket 18:35 – Exciting experience of Chandrayaan-120:35 – ISRO’s First Mission to the Moon discovered water 21:30 – Carrying parts of rockets and satellites on Bullock Carts 22:20 – First launch with Russians, Aryabhata Satellite (1975) 22:45 – Designed and developed by U.R Rao in Bangalore 24:12 – First Rohini Satellite of Kalam didn’t succeed, but...25:00 – Vikram Sarabhai dreamt of First Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV) of India 25:50 – Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle (ASLV) 26:00 – Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) 26:10 - Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) 26:30 – Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3) 26:50 – First Artificial Earth Satellite: Sputnik 127:30 - Wernher von Braun – World Famous Rocket Genius 28:44 – The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 29:12 – Cuban Missile Crisis, CIA Failures, Vietnam War 29:36 – Yuri Gagarin, April 12th, 1961 (First Man in Space) 30:28 – ROSCOSMOS: The Space Agency of Russia 30:40 - “We choose to go to the Moon” - September 1962 speech by John F. Kennedy 31:08 - Sergei Korolev: Soviet rocket engineer and spacecraft designer 31:23 - Laika, first stray dog to orbit Earth in Sputnik-2 launch (1957) 31:55 – First Space Shuttle of NASA (April 12th, 1981) 32:20 – Cold War: Communism vs Capitalism 32:38 - ROSCOSMOS Vs NASA 34:45 – Neil Armstrong becomes the ‘First Man on the Moon’ 36:20 – Raja Ramanna; brains behind India’s first atomic bomb38:50 – Man who stood first on the moon was standing next to me 43:20 – How are astronauts selected for space missions?🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🔹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg 📲Follow Srinivas Laxman🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivas-laxman-75a6432a/?originalSubdomain=in🎙️Follow Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenamezraj/ 🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech.

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   26 Nov 2025

   Women Safety, Space Laws & Dr. Ambedkar’s Legacy 🚀⚖️ | Anirudh Chaturvedi | Manastu Space Podcast #6

   In Manastu Space Podcast #6, we take you on a fascinating journey across Indian Law, from the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act to the Outer Space Treaty of 1967 and to explore how legal frameworks impact everything from workplace culture to space exploration. Our guest, Mr. Anirudh Chaturvedi, Sr. Lead - Legal Operations & Space Regulations at Manastu Space, joins host Raj Shrivastava in a dynamic conversation that bridges earthly rights and cosmic regulations.✅ Women safety: Understanding the POSH Act ✅ What are ESOPs?✅ Supreme Court & earning potential of Indian lawyers ✅ Space Laws & future of space ✅ Outer Space Treaty of 1967 & Sustainable Space✅ Legal framework for India’s booming space sector ✅ Film & TV recommendations 🔍 From natural justice on Earth to peaceful use of outer space, this episode connects law, history, culture, and the future of space-tech in India and beyond. 👉 If you care about employee rights, safe workplaces, space treaties, and the evolving Indian legal landscape, this episode is not to be missed! Time Stamps: 00:00 - Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast - MSP#6 02:00 – Women safety at workplace 3:00 – POSH ACT (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) 3:58 – Internal Complaints Committee 5:30 – Protection policies under POSH 6:40 – POSH has been specifically drafted for women only 8:05 – Understanding ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plans) and Equity 10:00 – An office peon turned into a millionaire because of ESOPs 10:54 – Supreme Court of India, Delhi 12:35 – Aura of Supreme Court is different 13:48 – Earnings of an Indian Lawyer depends upon field of law 15:45 – What are Space Laws? 16:50 – Outer Space Treaty of 1967 17:55 – Peaceful use of space in scientific research and development 18:35 – You can’t claim territory in Space 19:15 – Sustainable use of Space and its operations 20:40 – No one bully to create a safe ‘space’ for everyone 22:15 – Regulations enquired for safety and world economy 23:11 – Who is the judge in ‘Space’? 24:15 – Space collaborations and scientific association despite geo-political differences 25:56 – Anti-Reflective coating for Satellites 27:24 – International Space Centre and ‘Bhartiya Antriksh’ 28:25 – 5 Unparalleled Qualities of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar 29:54 – Diverse pool of Knowledge 30:40 – The societal and caste struggles he faced with dignity 31:40 – Religion and Philosophy 32:55 – Favorite court-room dramas and TV Shows 33:50 – Irfan Khan and Tokyo Trials 34:46 – Victor’s Justice: Allied vs Axis Powers 35:58 – 12 Angry Men is a must watch for all law enthusiasts 37:20 – To Kill a Mockingbird 37:40 – Netflix Web Series: 'Mamla Legal Hai', 'Shaurya' and 'Jolly LLB' 38:22 – Brigadier Pratap Singh meets ‘A Few Good Men’ 39:40 – Rapid Fire Round; strictly Legal 40:45 – Leading Investment round of Manastu Space 42:00 – The Indian Space Policy 43:10 – Legal framework in Space Industry 43:30 – Top 3 favorite lawyers 🌍 Follow Manastu Space & Stay Connected 🔹Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🔹YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg 📲Follow Anirudh Chaturvedi 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirudh-chaturvedi-753064132/ 🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenamezraj/ 🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!' For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

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   22 Nov 2025

   Indian Law, Labor Rights, Lawyers & Natural Justice | Anirudh Chaturvedi | Manastu Space Podcast #5

   Welcome to Episode 5 of the Manastu Space Podcast - The Curious Case of Indian Law. In this special episode, Raj Shrivastava, Head of Marketing & PR at Manastu Space, sits down with Mr. Anirudh Chaturvedi, Lead – Legal Operations & Space Regulations, to unpack the lesser-known, yet deeply impactful layers of Indian labour law, employee rights, and space-tech legal frameworks. 🎙️ This episode dives into:-Key Indian labour laws and workplace rights -ESIC, PF, POSH, working hours, and employee welfare -Legal complexities behind space regulations and tech compliance -Jurisprudence, natural justice, and why even Kasab had a lawyer -The role of lawyers in building India’s constitutional values -Advice for young lawyers and freshers entering the workforceThis is not just a legal talk, it's a grounded, honest conversation about how law shapes society, protects individuals, and ensures fairness in both space and work. Whether you’re a legal enthusiast, fresher, HR head, or space professional, this episode is a must-watch! ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #5 1:00 – Labour Law and Space Regulations Special 2:30 – Meet Mr. Anirudh Chaturvedi; Lead Legal Ops. and Space Regulations 4:15 – Regulations, compliances, investments and technology 5:13 - Labour Law and rights of a working individual 7:05 – Central Labour Laws 9:00 – Employee State Insurance (ESIC) 9:50 – Work-Life balance and Talent Retention 10:45 – Best tips for a Fresher to recognize their workplace rights 12:00 - Working hours in a day and compensation 13:22 – Provident Fund (PF) and Employment Agreement 14:35 – Saving oneself from workplace exploitation 15:10 – The significance of Law and Lawyers in India 16:07 – Principal architects of India and its constitution were layers 17:00 – Fundamental Rights of every individual 18:00 – Jurisprudence; the systematic knowledge of the laws 19:00 – Advice for upcoming lawyers 20:00 – Practice reading and having a keen eye for detail 21:15 – How does law shape society? 22:10 – Understanding perspectives of Law 23:38 – Morality in the world of law and justice 23:55 – Why was KASAB given a defence lawyer by India? 24:40 – ‘Natural Justice’ and ‘Right to be Heard’ 25:55 – Only the court can enforce justice and deliver judgements 26:52 – Professional Duty as a Lawyer 28:42 – When Ram Jethmalani defended Harshad Mehta and almost Dawood Ibrahim 29:15 – Safe working conditions and precautionary gear 30:00 – Working in the interests of employees and their rights31:36 – POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) 🌍 Follow Manastu Space & Stay Connected 🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🔹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg 📲Follow Anirudh Chaturvedi 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirudh-chaturvedi-753064132/ 🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenamezraj/ 🔗YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThenamezRAJ/podcasts The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!' Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more incredible conversations from the frontlines of innovation! For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com#ManastuSpacePodcast #SpaceTech #DeepTech #Innovation #AshteshKumar #AnirudhChaturvedi #TusahrJadhav #RajShrivastava #ManastuSpace #SpacePodcasts #ISROSpecial

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   19 Nov 2025

   World's next Space-Tech giant is from India building green propulsion systems for satellites | CEO Tushar Jadhav | Manastu Space Podcast | MSP #4

   In this emotionally charged and insight-rich episode of the #ManastuSpacePodcast, we dive into the origin stories, scientific breakthroughs, and deeply personal moments that have shaped Manastu Space - India's pioneering green propulsion company, where Raj Shrivastava, Head of Marketing & PR at Manastu Space, sits down with our CEO Tushar Jadhav.🚀 Vyom 2U: India’s Space-Verified Green Propulsion System💥 The near-death accident that defined our safety-first culture at Manastu🌍 Space debris, Kessler Syndrome & urgency for active debris removal💡 “We’ve not even scratched 1% of space-tech’s full potential”🧠 Collaboration with ISRO, DRDO, and support from Indian leadership📚 Personal growth, spiritual grounding & higher purpose❤️ Real stories of love, family, and unshakable support🔥 “Safety is a mindset”0:00 – Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #4 2:26 – Understanding the problem first 3:16 – What is Carcinogenic? 3:50 – SPACEX was becoming a big name 5:25 - The saddest thing in life is wasted talent 6:22 – Confidence of an IIT student 7:22 – Our First Grant of Rs. 5 Lakhs holds more value to me than today’s 50Cr 8:45 – Indian Innovation Growth Program (2018) 12:09 – Cliche and the beauty of immense of hard-work 13:03 - VYOM 2U: Space Verified Product 15:00 – Dream of launching with ISRO, working with DRDO and backing of our investors 16:00 – Mother’s Love and blessings 17:16 – Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh 18:04 – Vyom 2U, I-Booster and understanding propulsion systems 20:16 – Critical issue of Space Debris in near future 20:53 – Understanding the threat of Space Debris 22:00 – Uncontrolled Chain Reaction of Debris in Low-Earth-Orbit 22:38 - The Kessler syndrome 23:06 – Launching 10,000 Satellites in one year 24:00 – Active Debris Removal and government’s mandate on de-orbiting 24:57 – Meeting CMO Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis 26:33 – Making Maharashtra a hub for Defense and Space Technologies 26:50 – PM Narendra Modi’s support and contribution to Space Industry 28:45 – Intent, vision and will of the top leadership in the country 30:00 – “Haven’t scratched even 1% of Space-Tech30:30 – Surviving a near-death accident while doing an experiment 32:00 – A hydrogen-filled balloon blasted in our hands 32:50 – 16% body burn, 6-days in ICU and one year of recovery 35:10 – Safety Week at Manastu Space 36:00 – “Safety is your mindset” 37:35 – Trust and Safety are Manastu Space’s two true values 38:05 – Support from my partner and family members 39:20 – I have lived all the emotions of TVF Pitchers 40:30 – I attribute my success to my sisters 41:03 – Love is Selfless 42:45 – Believe in higher purpose and frequencies 43:47 – Quick Rapid-Fire Round on Indian Space Moments 44:35 – EX ISRO Chief: DR. Somnath is an amazing human being 45:12 – Homi Bhabha, Vikram Sarabhai, UR Rao, Satish Dhawan and Kalam 46:05 – Favorite recommendations on books and movies 46:25 – Learning from Elon Musk: Tesla and SPACE X🌍 Follow Manastu Space & Stay Connected 🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🔹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg 📲Follow Tushar Jadhav 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tushar-jadhav-a4921315/ 🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!' For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

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   17 Nov 2025

   Ex-DRDO who co-founded India's Green Propulsion Space Org: CEO Tushar Jadhav, Manastu Space | MSP #3

   Manastu Space Podcast #3 | ft. Tushar Jadhav, CEO – Manastu Space 🚀 Welcome to the third episode of the 'Manastu Space Podcast' - India’s pioneering in-house space-tech podcast, where we dive deep into the world of space exploration, deep-tech innovation, and the inspiring journeys of space veterans, celebrated minds, industry speakers and leaders. In this episode, Raj Shrivastava, Head of Marketing & PR at Manastu Space, sits down with our CEO Tushar Jadhav, Co-Founder & CEO of Manastu Space, where he gets candid and shares his journey as a simple Marathi boy from Nashik, to cracking IIT-Bombay, leading as a project manager for India's first student satellite and eventually co-founding India's 1st green thrusters building startup for satellites.✅ Tushar shares how meditation shaped his leadership journey✅From Nashik to IIT-B to ISRO: An inspiring engineering path✅Insights on building IIT-Bombay’s first student satellite, Pratham✅Breaking language barriers: Marathi pride and cultural roots✅Key lessons from working with ISRO and DRDO✅The power of trust and teamwork in building Manastu Space✅Leadership, humility, and the art of rebuilding teams✅What makes a great co-founder? Tushar gets candid🎧 Whether you’re an aspiring space scientist, an entrepreneur, this is for you."Let's make Space-Science Cool" 00:00 – Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #3 1:27 - Meet our CEO and CO-Founder, Mr. Tushar Jadhav2:20 - Importance of Meditation in human life3:00 - Daily morning routine of a CEO3:40 - Meaning behind the name 'Manastu'4:25 - Culture and Community relations at Manastu Space5:04 - Childhood in Nashik, Maharashtra6:10 - Cracking IIT-JEE, self-study, discovering potential and meditation7:00 - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)7:55 - Aerospace Engineering in IIT-Bombay9:10 - Building a Student Satellite: PRATHAM10:27 -The Universe and God's Plan11:00 - Marathi Pride, Culture and Language Issue13:00 - Judging job-seekers for not speaking English is wrong14:45 - Why is diversity important for any organization?16:10 - Advantage to students being from a premier IIT Institute17:40 - Attitude in the team was simple 18:30 - Learn and do beyond my assigned duty20:55 - Leading the Aerospace Team as Project Manager21:24 - Leadership lessons, rebuilding a team from scratch22:10 - "My professor asked me to close the ISRO project"24:08 - Standards and quality demand of working with ISRO 25:10 - Even private industry did not launch a satellite when we did in 201626:00 - Biggest lesson of working with ISRO officials as a Project Manager27:15 - Passion, Patience and Focus are unmatched and untouched28:00 - Humble Beginnings of Indian Space Research Organization28:25 - What makes a great Co-Founder; relationship with Ashtesh29:40 - Trust is ultimate deciding factor for all long term relations30:46 - Building Manastu Space with Ashtesh32:32 - How to build organizations and cultures that last long?33:00 - How to deal with clashes amid co-founders?34:55 - DRDO: Defense Research & Development Organization37:23 - Cracking the DRDO interview 38:06 - Kaveri Engine and Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRA)🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🔹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg 📲Follow Tushar Jadhav 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tushar-jadhav-a4921315/🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

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   14 Nov 2025

   India's Space Rise, Narendra Modi's Vision & Elon Musk: CTO Ashtesh Kumar | Manastu Space Podcast #2

   Welcome to the second episode of the 'Manastu Space Podcast' - India’s pioneering in-house space-tech podcast, where we dive deep into the world of space exploration, deep-tech innovation, and the inspiring journeys of space veterans, celebrated minds, industry speakers and leaders.In this episode, Raj Shrivastava, Head of Marketing & PR at Manastu Space, sits down with Ashtesh Kumar, Co-Founder & CTO of Manastu Space.✅Science of Bhagavad-Gita✅Steve Jobs, Elon Musk and Srila Prabhupada✅Ethics and challenges of running a business✅Green Fuel and Manastu's success trajectory✅Serving Indian Defence (DRDO) and ISRO✅Future of Indian Space✅Modi's vision for Indian Space and Nuclear 🎧 Whether you’re an aspiring space scientist, an entrepreneur, or just someone fascinated by the cosmos, this treat of a conversation is made, just for you!00:00 – Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #2 3:00 – ISRO's rejection taught us this 5:03 – Toxic Satellite Fuel, Hydrazine 6:00 – Green propulsion system for Satellites 7:00 – Received Rs 12,000/- stipend from IIT-B 8:00 – Lesson from Bhagavad-Gita 8:50 – “Great products are not great solutions always” 9:45 – Knowledge brings Power 10:00 – "I was feeling that 24 hours are not enough in a day” 11:00 – “Running a business is like running a Kingdom” 11:45 – Faced minimum 200-300 rejections before our first round 13:10 – My first encounter with Bhagavad-Gita 14:00 – “You are the soul; you are not the body” 15:00 – Steve Jobs’ last words on his death bed 16:00 – Mind and Senses struggle in material world 17:00 – Living a monk’s life to satisfy the soul and conscience 18:00 – Biggest 3 learnings as an entrepreneur 19:00 – Enthusiasm, Determination and Patience 20:00 – It's not about the engines we make, but the service 21:00 – Manastu Space’s first grant of Rs 25,00,000/- 22:00 – Indian Innovation Growth Programme 23:00 – Motivational Scene from ‘Pursuit of Happyness’ 24:00 – Lockheed Martin realized the importance of Green Fuel 25:00 – Our families felt a sense of relief and confidence in us 25:35 – Launch of VYOM 2U X ISRO’s PSLV C-60 26:00 – Serving Indian Defence (DRDO) directly was a proud moment 27:20 – We sent our first proposal to ISRO 28:20 – Within just 6-7 months, we executed the project from scratch 29:20 – We indigenized our product and made it cost efficient 30:00 – MSMEs are the strength of Indian economy! 31:00 – “I am living my end goal in Manastu Space” 31:50 – When I-Booster was presented to Mr. Rajnath Singh and DRDO 32:50 – Future of Indian Space and private players 33:45 – Building Indian Space Products for the world 34:35 – President Donald Trump and Elon Musk 35:00 – PM Narendra Modi’s vision for Indian Space 35:50 – Raj’s invite to Modi Ji on MSP for ‘Mann ki Baat’ 36:26 – APJ Abdul Kalam, Srila Prabhupada and Elon Musk 37:26 – Solving problems from first principles 38:10 – Sunita Williams return to earth with SpaceX Dragon Crew 39:30 – Space Docking and bringing down Astronauts 40:00 – Elon is something that happened to the world🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/🔹 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg📲Follow Ashtesh Kumar🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashtesh-kumar-2b486270?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech.🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool, and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!'For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com

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    23 May 2025

    Working with ISRO, APJ Abdul Kalam, Life in IIT & SPACE: CTO, Ashtesh Kumar–Manastu Space Podcast #1

    Welcome to the first-ever episode of the 'Manastu Space Podcast'—India’s pioneering in-house space-tech podcast, where we dive deep into the world of space exploration, deep-tech innovation, and the inspiring journeys of space veterans, celebrated minds, industry speakers and leaders. In this episode, Ashtesh Kumar, Co-Founder & CTO of Manastu Space, takes us through his journey from a small-town Chauri Chaura in Uttar Pradesh, then IIT Bombay and finally to building one of India’s most advanced green propulsion startups. He shares insights on; ✅Passion for Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) ✅Motivation from APJ Abdul Kalam ✅Understanding Space Technology and cracking IIT ✅Spirituality, Focus and Meditation ✅Relationship with impact of his Father's values ✅Key to Entrepreneurship, Love for Science and Purpose ✅Challenges of disrupting the Space-Tech industry🎧 Whether you’re an aspiring space scientist, an entrepreneur, or just someone fascinated by the cosmos, this treat of a conversation is tailor made, just for you! "Let's make Space-Science Cool and Easy" 🌍 Follow Manastu Space & Stay Connected 🔹 Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🔹 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg 📲Follow Ashtesh Kumar 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashtesh-kumar-2b486270?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashteshk/ 🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0/ 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenamezraj/🔗YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThenamezRAJ/podcasts 🔗Twitter/X: https://x.com/thenamezraj For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com📢New episodes every week! Stay tuned for more. #ManastuSpacePodcast #SpaceTech #DeepTech #Innovation #AshteshKumar #TusahrJadhav #RajShrivastava #ManastuSpace #SpacePodcasts #ISROSpecials

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    23 May 2025

    Manastu Space Podcast #MSP Teaser

    🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!' 🔔Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more incredible conversations from the frontlines of innovation! ✍🏻Leave your feedback in the comment section and let us know the guests you would love to hear from. For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com 📢New episodes every week! Stay tuned for more.

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