Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:31pm on 30 Oct 2026,Friday Science
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its next-generation navigation satellite NVS-03 aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket, strengthening India's indigenous satellite navigation system, NavIC. The launch took place at 11:51 pm on Friday from the Second Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. More than 20 minutes after liftoff, the rocket deployed NVS-03 into its intended orbit. ISRO chief Dr V Narayanan, who monitored the mission, announced its successful completion and congratulated the engineers and industry involved. The launch marks a step towards enhancing India's independent navigation capabilities, with potential significance for national security, preparedness and reliable positioning services.
