ISRO’s 100th Rocket Launch

On 29th January 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully completed its 100th rocket launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.

The mission deployed the NVS-02 navigation satellite into orbit aboard the GSLV-F15 launch vehicle.

NavIC

NavIC is India’s regional navigation system that provides accurate positioning services across India and up to 1,500 km beyond its borders.

Navigation System	Country / Region
GPS	United States
GLONASS	Russia
Galileo	European Union
BeiDou	China

NVS-02 Satellite

NVS-02 is a next-generation navigation satellite and a key component of India’s independent navigation system.
The satellite strengthens the NavIC constellation for regional navigation services.
It carries indigenously developed rubidium atomic clocks for precise timing.
The inclusion of the L1 frequency improves compatibility of NavIC signals with a larger number of devices.

PT Facts

IRNSS: NavIC was earlier known as the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System.
Regional Coverage: NavIC provides navigation coverage over India and surrounding regions.
Rubidium Atomic Clocks: Essential for accurate satellite navigation timing and positioning.
GSLV-F15: The launch vehicle used for ISRO’s historic 100th rocket mission.

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