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The GSLV-Mk III-D1 launcher would carry GSAT-19 satellite which has a mass of 3,200 kg. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-Mark III (GSLV-Mk III), the heaviest rocket ever made by India and capable of carrying large payloads, is set for launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on June 5, 2017. Here are a few facts you need to know about the rocket. GSKV-Mk III is capable of launching four-tonne satellites in the Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). The rocket is also capable of placing up to eight tonnes in a Low Earth Orbit (LEO), enough to carry a manned module. GSLV-Mk III’s first developmental flight, D1, will carry on June 5 the GSAT-19 satellite — developed to help improve telecommunication and broadcasting areas. This is India’s first full...

The Indian Space Research Organisation on Friday successfully launched its heaviest rocket, the Geo-Synchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) for the eleventh time. Carrying the geostationary communication satellite, the lift off, three minutes before 5 pm put into orbit GSAT-9 or the South Asia Satellite which is expected to boost communication links among South Asian countries. In a tweet, Prime Minister congratulated the team of scientists who worked hard for the successful launch of South Asia Satellite. We are very proud of them, PM Modi said. This will also greatly benefit South Asia and our region's progress. Successful launch of South Asian Satellite is a historic moment. It opens up new horizons of engagement, PM Modi said. I welcome President Ashraf Ghani, PM Sheikh Hasin...

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