The Hindu Editorial (The next frontier) – Feb 23, 2024

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The Hindu Editorial (The next frontier) – Feb 23, 2024:

frontier (noun) – the extreme limit of achievement in a particular area; edge, side.
regulatory (adjective) – relating to the control/supervision of an activity by a set of rules, laws, etc.
environment (noun) – situation, background, scenario, context, atmosphere.
exploration (noun) – survey, research, examination, investigation (of an area for natural resources).
space exploration (noun) – investigation, with the use of crewed and uncrewed spacecraft, of scientifically valuable destinations across our solar system beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Human/Civil space exploration helps to address fundamental questions about our place in the Universe and the history of our solar system.
notion (noun) – idea, belief, concept, opinion, view, image, impression.
narrative (noun) – a representation of a particular situation; portrayal, account, description, statement.
socio-economic (noun) – relating to the interaction of social (position, rank, or importance) and economic (income, pay, and wealth) aspects.
geopolitical (adjective) – relating to (the study of) the geographical factors (a country’s position on the earth, size, climate, and natural resources &, etc.) in world politics and inter-state relations.
implications (noun) – consequence, outcome, ramification, repercussion.
space flight (noun) – space travel; a journey through space.
endeavour (noun) – activity, pursuit, exercise, undertaking, mission; aim/effort.
engage in (verb) – participate in, take part in, go in for.
decade (noun) – a period of ten years.
increasingly (adverb) – more and more, steadily more, continuously more, gradually more.
complement (verb) – contribute, go with, supplement, augment, enhance, add to.
augment (verb) – increase, supplement, enhance, improve, reinforce, enlarge.
lead the way (phrase) – take the initiative, make a start, lay the foundation, take the first step.
market opportunity (noun) – it is a need or want for a product, service, or feature that is either not being met or is underserved.
state-led (adjective) – managed/done by the government.
geospatial (adjective) – relating to a piece of information tied/connected to a particular location.
Indian Space Policy (noun) – it was made public on April 20, 2023 and it has said the Indian Space Research Organisation shall transition out from manufacturing operational space systems and focus its energies on research and development in advanced technologies. The Indian Space Policy 2023 was cited as an overarching, composite, and dynamic framework to implement the vision for unlocking India’s potential in the space sector through enhanced private participation. The policy aims to augment space capabilities, develop a flourishing commercial presence in space, use space as a driver of technology development and derived benefits in allied areas, pursue international relations, and create an ecosystem for effectively implementing space applications among all stakeholders.
Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) (noun) – a channel/method through which non-governmental private enterprises can carry out space activities.
Telecommunications Act, 2023 (noun) – An Act to amend and consolidate the law relating to development, expansion and operation of telecommunication services and telecommunication networks; assignment of spectrum; and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
departure (noun) – deviation, divergence, digression, shift, variation, change.
The Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 (noun) – An Act to amend the law relating to Telegraphs in India. Part I deals with definitions of key words used in the Telegraph Act. Part II deals with privileges and powers of the government.
open the door (phrase) – create opportunity (for success).
foreign direct investment (FDI) (noun) – Investment from one country into another (normally by companies rather than governments) that involves establishing operations or acquiring tangible assets, including stakes in other businesses.
space port (noun) – a site/base for launching spacecraft.
corresponding (adjective) – similar, correlative, comparable, related, equivalent.
as such (phrase) – in the exact meaning of the thing (word/phrase) just mentioned.
step out (phrasal verb) – leave, exit, get out, go out.
substantial (adjective) – considerable, sizeable, significant, appreciable.
spur (verb) – encourage, prompt, propel, motivate, inspire, urge, galvanize.
in line with (phrase) – in agreement with, in alignment with, in accordance with.
outline (verb) – indicate, summarize.
take advantage of (phrase) – make use of, utilize, use, capitalize on, benefit from, cash in on.
vitiated (adjective) – impaired, spoiled, ruined.
ties (noun) – association, relationship, bond, connection.
catch up (phrasal verb) – reach, gain on, come to, draw level, succeed in reaching (the same standard, stage, or level of others).
not-inconsiderable (adjective) – (of size/amount of something) large/big enough to be considered important.
attract (verb) – draw, absorb, get/gain.
hamstring (verb) – restrict, cripple, hinder, obstruct, slow down (the ability or efficiency of someone/something); to make ineffective, to make powerless
belligerent (adjective) – aggressive, threatening, combative, quarrelsome, argumentative, contentious, bellicose.
modernise (verb) – make more efficient, simplify, reorganize.
among other things (phrase) – used to indicate that there are several more things like the one mentioned, but that you do not intend to mention them all.
civilian (adjective) – non-military, ordinary.
slice (noun) – portion, chunk, segment.
backdrop (noun) – situation, scenario, context.
add to (phrasal verb) – increase, amplify, augment, boost, enhance.
upstream (adjective) – relating to the activities of satellite manufacturing and launch services.
downstream (adjective) – relating to the activities such as satellite services and associated ground segment.
skew (noun) – bias, inclination, influence.
in favour of (phrase) – in support of, to the advantage of, approving of.
sustain (verb) – continue, carry on, keep up, maintain, bolster up.
winds of change (phrase) – influential events/actions that result in significant political/social changes.
red tape (noun) – official procedure/protocol, rule, regulation.
ease (verb) – facilitate, make easier, assist, help, aid.