Sriharikota: The Indian Space Research Organisation is set to launch the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of the United States' AST SpaceMobile

New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of the United States' AST

ISRO's LVM3-M6 rocket successfully launches the BlueBird Block-2 satellite, marking a milestone in commercial space communications.

In this news update, the focus is on the successful launch of the BlueBird Block-2 satellite by ISRO's LVM-3 rocket from Sriharikota. The mission marks a significant milestone as the 'Bahubali' rocket places the heaviest American satellite ever launched from Indian soil, weighing 6100 kilograms, into orbit. The report highlights the strengthening India-US space partnership and the satellite's capability to enable direct-to-mobile space connectivity, linking satellites straight to smartphones. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is quoted calling the event a 'proud milestone' that strengthens India's role in the global launch market. The segment concludes with the 'image of the day' showcasing the flawless liftoff.

ISRO Satellite Launch: The name “BlueBird” comes from the company that built the satellite — AST SpaceMobile, a US-based firm aiming to create a global space-based cellular broadband network.

Sriharikota: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman V Narayanan on Wednesday hailed the successful launch of the BlueBird Block-2