Jammu, July 19 -- India has achieved another remarkable milestone in its space journey with the successful launch of Vikram-1, the country's first privately developed orbital-class rocket. The mission, named Aagaman, is not merely the maiden orbital attempt by Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace; it also demonstrates how far India has advanced in space technology, innovation and private-sector participation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the successful launch as a reflection of India's growing self-reliance in the space sector. The rocket successfully reached its intended orbit carrying multiple payloads from domestic and international partners, along with a symbolic postcard from the Prime Minister.
The success marks the beginnin...