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ISRO's EOS-05 Earth observation satellite launch
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ISRO's EOS-05 Earth observation satellite launch
ISRO launched the EOS-05 Earth observation satellite, adding to India's remote-sensing capability.
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) carried out the launch of its EOS-05 Earth observation satellite, continuing its series of missions aimed at strengthening India's remote sensing and disaster-monitoring capability.
The mission adds to ISRO's Earth Observation Satellite (EOS) series, which supports agriculture, forestry, and weather-related applications.
The launch reinforces India's growing indigenous space launch capability.
Sources: Topper IAS editorial (PIB / The Hindu / Indian Express)
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Which institution is responsible for managing and publishing India's foreign exchange reserves data?
- Ministry of Finance
- Reserve Bank of India
- Securities and Exchange Board of India
- NITI Aayog
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