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Science · Space exploration · published 2026-09-03 · via Space.com

ISRO Successfully Places Earth Observation Satellite in Geosynchronous Orbit

India's space agency ISRO achieved a milestone on September 3 by launching an imaging satellite into geosynchronous orbit. This marks the first successful mission of its kind for India, following a failed attempt in January 2026.

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On September 3, the Indian Space Research Organisation successfully deployed an Earth observation satellite into a geosynchronous orbit. This achievement represents a significant technical milestone for the agency, as it is the first time such a mission has been completed successfully

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