India's First Private Rocket Vikram-1 Launches from Sriharikota
On Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 launch from Sriharikota today, India's first private rocket took off after a brief hold. Featuring an all-carbon composite structure and a 3D-printed liquid engine in its Orbital Adjustment Module, Vikram-1 carries payloads including space debris removal tech and symbolic items like micro sculptures of Indian scientists. This marks a significant milestone for India's private space sector.
19 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
India's first privately-built orbital rocket, Vikram-1, launched by Skyroot Aerospace, marks a significant milestone in the nation's space sector.
20 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Prime Minister Modi praised Skyroot Aerospace's young team and indirectly criticized Rahul Gandhi's age during the Monsoon Session.
— Indian Express
Prime Minister Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi's age during his address to Parliament, comparing him to young innovators launching rockets.
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