ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission fails: Why it couldn't deploy 16 satellites in space

India’s first space mission of 2026 began with power and promise, but ended in uncertainty. Isro’s PSLV-C62 rocket lifted off flawlessly from Sriharikota, only to lose control minutes later during a critical flight phase. Here’s what went wrong, what was lost, and why this setback matters for India’s space programme.