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What is Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)?

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What is Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)?

Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) is an expendable space launch vehicle designed, developed, and operated by the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) to launch satellites and other space objects into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbits. GSLV is 49.13 m tall and tallest among all other vehicles of Isro. It is a three-stage vehicle with a lift-off mass of 420 tonnes.

Stages in GSLV

The first stage comprises S139 solid booster with 138-tonne propellant and four liquid strap-on motors, with 40-tonne propellant. The second stage is a liquid engine carrying 40-tonne of liquid propellant. The third stage is the indigenously built Cryogenic Upper Stage
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Latest Updates on GSLV

Isro flags off second stage of GSLV launch vehicle to Sriharikota

The Directors of ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) and Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) also participated in the flag off ceremony which was held on March 24

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Updated On : 26 Apr 2025 | 8:34 PM IST

GSLV-F15 integration with satellite NVS-02 complete, ready for launch: Isro

ISRO on Sunday said integration of its rocket GSLV-F15 with satellite NVS-02 is complete.

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2025 | 6:07 PM IST

GSL launches two indigenous fast patrol vessels for the Indian Coast Guard

The GSL is constructing a fleet of eight fast patrol vessels (FPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard, underscoring the shipyard's pivotal role in realising the vision of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in defence

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Updated On : 28 Oct 2024 | 12:53 PM IST

Next stage

Indigenous cryogenic engine lift-off for India's space programme

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Updated On : 21 Feb 2024 | 10:00 PM IST

Ananth Technologies claims crucial role in 55 modules for launch system

For the satellite INSAT-3DS, ATL has supplied complete power control system, solar array generation system, power distribution system, DC-DC power converters, star sensors

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Updated On : 17 Feb 2024 | 10:34 PM IST

Isro's GSLV rocket carrying INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite lifts-off

INSAT-3DS satellite aims to augment the study of the Earth's surface and oceanic observations

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Updated On : 17 Feb 2024 | 6:30 PM IST

Isro gears up for INSAT-3DS satellite launch, flags it off to Sriharikota

ISRO on Saturday said its meteorological satellite INSAT-3DS has been flagged off to Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR at Sriharikota for the launch onboard GSLV F14.

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Updated On : 27 Jan 2024 | 9:34 PM IST

ISRO to launch navigation satellite on GSLV from Sriharikota on May 29

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch navigation satellite 'NVS-01' onboard its Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh on May 29

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Updated On : 22 May 2023 | 8:15 PM IST

Isro launches 36 OneWeb satellites in first commercial launch for LMV-3

"Happy Diwali! We started celebrations already at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre," said Sreedhara Panicker Somanath, chairman, Isro

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Updated On : 23 Oct 2022 | 11:08 PM IST

ISRO all set to launch SSLV on August 7; here's all you need to know

The SSLV is third launch vehicle of the research organisation after Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).

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Updated On : 02 Aug 2022 | 8:14 PM IST

GSLV failure to have an impact on India's human space mission

The failure of Indian rocket Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-F10s (GSLV-F10) cryogenic engine midway during a mission on Thursday will have its impact on India's ambitious moon mission

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Updated On : 12 Aug 2021 | 8:49 AM IST

Rocket places India's 42nd communications satellite CMS-01 into orbit

Feat achieved 20 minutes after lift-off; satellite will provide services in extended C-band spectrum

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Updated On : 18 Dec 2020 | 1:53 AM IST

GISAT-1 onboard GSLV-F10 called off, new launch dates in due course: Isro

The rocket GSLV-F10 carrying India's first agile Earth observation satellite was scheduled to launch on March 5

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Updated On : 04 Mar 2020 | 9:09 PM IST

Pvt sector to get 70% of upcoming space projects worth up to $1.6 bn: Isro

In the last 25 years, the space agency has launched more than 50 PSLV rockets, and wants to launch another 50 in the next five years

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Updated On : 31 Jan 2020 | 2:59 PM IST

Cabinet nod to GSLV Phase-4 continuation programme consisting 5 rockets

The continuation programme will meet the demand for the launch of satellites at a frequency up to two launches per year

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Updated On : 16 Apr 2019 | 2:45 AM IST

GSLV-F11 successfully launches GSAT-7A military satellite, Isro's 35th

The Satellite will enable interlinking of ground radar stations, airbases and AWACS aircraft, and boost IAF's network-centric warfare capabilities

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Updated On : 19 Dec 2018 | 4:59 PM IST

ISRO to launch weather satellite INSAT-3DR in August

The frequency of launch will be increased to 12-18 launches a year

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Updated On : 22 Jul 2016 | 7:50 PM IST