The Prime Minister's Office announced on 31 October 2026 that ISRO successfully launched the GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the NVS-03 satellite. This mission is intended to strengthen NavIC, which is India's own satellite navigation system, and advance self-reliance in critical technologies. The release does not say when the enhanced navigation services will take effect, but states they are for the benefit of citizens.
Key points
- Successful launch of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03 satellite
- Mission aims to strengthen NavIC (India's indigenous satellite navigation system)
- Goal is to increase self-reliance in critical technologies
When it applies
- launch of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03
Who it affects
- citizens