What Happened
Isro Achieves Milestone With Successful GSLV Mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) has successfully launched the country’s first imaging satellite in geostationary orbit, marking a significant milestone in its space program. The EOS-05 satellite, weighing 2,300 kg, was placed in a precise orbit using a GSLV rocket, and will provide real-time imagery for various applications, including agriculture and disaster management. The mission is Isro’s first success of 2026, and was reported by Business Standard.