The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a major milestone on Friday with the successful launch of the Chandrayaan 3 spacecraft. On August 23, the lander will make a powered descent and attempt a soft landing on the moon’s surface. The success of this mission is crucial, as the powered descent phase of the Chandrayaan 2 mission had failed in 2019. The translunar injection of Chandrayaan 3 will take place on August 1, with the proposed soft landing scheduled for August 23. All eyes are now on the Chandrayaan 3 as it embarks on its historic journey towards the moon.

Source: Indian Express July 15, 2023 23:25 UTC