ISRO Achieves Historic 100th Launch with Navigation Satellite NVS-02

The GSLV-F15 rocket successfully placed the NVS-02 satellite into orbit, enhancing India's NavIC navigation system and marking a major milestone for the space agency.

The NVS-02 satellite, part of India's NavIC navigation system, was launched from Sriharikota on the GSLV-F15 rocket at 6:23 AM IST on January 29, 2025.
This marks ISRO's 100th successful mission since its first launch in 1979 and the first under new Chairman V Narayanan's leadership.
The NVS-02 satellite will enhance India's regional navigation capabilities, providing accurate positioning, velocity, and timing services across India and 1,500 km beyond its borders.
The mission highlights ISRO's advancements in indigenous technology, including the use of an Indigenous Cryogenic Upper Stage on the GSLV-F15 rocket.
Future plans include additional NavIC satellites, the NASA-ISRO NISAR mission, and the development of Next Generation Launch Vehicles for heavier payloads.