The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday successfully launched Navy’s GSAT-7R (CMS-03), India’s heaviest communication satellite, marking a major milestone in country’s space and defence capabilities. The launch took place from the second launch pad of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 5:26 PM, with the satellite being placed precisely into its intended orbit by the LVM3-M5 (Baahubali) rocket.

The 4,410 kg multi-band communication satellite, designed to provide services across India and the adjoining oceanic region, is expected to operate for at least 15 years. The indigenously developed satellite will significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s space-based communication and maritime domain awareness capabilities, featuring advanced, state-of-the

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