New Delhi, Oct. 31 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the scientists and engineers of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the next-generation navigation satellite NVS-03, describing the mission as a significant step towards strengthening India's indigenous satellite navigation system, NavIC, and achieving self-reliance in critical technologies.

In a message posted on social media platform X, Modi said the successful mission reflected the dedication and technological ingenuity of India's space scientists. "Congratulations to our scientists and engineers at ISRO on the successful launch of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03," he said.

"This mission marks an impo...