The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked a historic milestone on Wednesday morning by successfully executing its 100th launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota.
At precisely 6:23 a.m. the GSLV-F15 rocket launched into the air while carrying the NVS-02 satellite until it reached its orbital destination. The mission represents a vital point in advancing India’s NavIC regional navigation network by providing superior positional and velocity alongside timing capabilities throughout the subcontinent.
ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan, who assumed office earlier this month, expressed his elation at the successful mission:
The launch operations of 2025 started with a complete success. The satellite achieved its exact orbital placement. 
Built from the I-2K bus platform, the NVS-02 satellite achieves orbit operations through its L1, L5, and S band navigation payloads and C-band ranging system while carrying a total weight of 2,250 kg. The innovative satellite replaces IRNSS-1E and combines indigenous and imported atomic clocks to measure time with great accuracy.
GSLV achieved its 17th spaceflight launch as the mission operated among the 8 successful orbital deployments powered by indigenous cryogenic propulsion technology representing India’s expanding space technology autonomy.
The successful launch confirms India’s position during the present as a top space technology and satellite navigation systems leader. 🚀🌍
