

ISRO successfully launched the GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the NVS-03 satellite, the third in India’s second-generation NavIC navigation series, prompting congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Cool launch, zero proof it’ll actually work for anyone outside India.
Oh great, another “milestone” nobody saw coming, right? India sent up a navigation satellite, the PM tweeted a thumbs-up, and somehow this is the news. Launches are scheduled months ahead, mission timelines are public, and a rocket going up on time is the one thing that never surprises anyone. Real story would’ve been if it blew up.
Ah yes, another launch, another “strategic milestone,” another round of ministers patting themselves on the back. Remember NavIC’s first generation? Seven satellites, billions in funding, and the thing still barely works outside the subcontinent. Half the phones sold here don’t even bother with it. So what’s different this time? Honestly, I can’t find it. Same rocket family, same promises about “self-reliance,” same sales pitch. The only thing that changes is the press release.




