
Launch of earth observation satellite EOS-01
Why is it in News?
- India successfully launched its latest earth observation satellite EOS-01 from Shriharikota.
Details:
- This is the first launch by the Indian Space Research Organisation since the COVID-19-induced lockdown.
- EOS-01:
(1) It is a Earth Observation satellite.
(2) It is intended for applications in agriculture, forestry and disaster management support.
(3) It was launched with PSLV.