ISRO launches PSLV rocket carrying European Space Agency satellites from Sriharikota

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ISRO's PSLV rocket successfully launched from Sriharikota on Thursday, carrying two satellites for the European Space Agency. The launch was rescheduled to 4:04 PM after resolving a propulsion system issue detected the day before. The mission aims to demonstrate precise formation flying with the Proba-3 satellites, which will study the Sun's outer atmosphere. This launch marks a continuation of ISRO's collaboration with ESA, following the successful Proba-1 launch in 2001. The PSLV C-59 rocket, standing 44.5 meters tall, lifted off from the first launch pad, highlighting India's growing capabilities in space technology and international partnerships.


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