Isro's GSLV-F12 successfully places navigation satellite NVS-01

The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) on Monday successfully placed NVS-01, the first of the second-generation satellite series, into geosynchronous transfer orbit. A Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) in its 15th flight placed the satellite, which will ensure the continuity of navigational (NavIC) services and also provide new service in L1 band.