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[Wednesday, 23 August 2023]

Today India made its first soft landing on the moon's south pole.

I was watching the landing live on YouTube like millions of other Indians and maybe non-indians too. The last minute of landing was more nerve racking than anything, considering it was India's 3rd attempt in doing so. But finally we did it thanks to the hardwork and dedication of all the scientists at ISRO and many others who helped behind the scenes. Dr. Homi Bhabha, Dr. Sarabhai, Dr. Kalam and many others who had this far fetched vision of Indian space research would be so proud right now, seeing how it is all coming together like clockwork.

India is the 4th country to achieve a soft landing on the moon after the USA, Russia and China and the first one to do so on the moon's south pole. Just like its name a soft landing refers to landing the craft gently on the moon's surface with a speed of about 2 meters per second, which is actually not an easy feat because of the moon's rough terrain. The terrain is still a lot better near the lunar equator, where the aforementioned countries achieved soft landing unlike India which did so at the south pole having hell-like terrains with all the bumps and craters, little to no sunlight, and temperatures going as down as -215°C. One of the main reasons India was eager to reach the south pole is the lack of information about it and the possibility of millions of years old ice present there. The chandrayan 2 craft present there has also detected some hydroxyl(OH) there. Hope this endeavour makes a "giant leap for mankind"!

And genuinely hoping to be a part of such a project in the coming years! Please do remember me in your prayers.

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Chandrayaan-3's Historic Landing on moon redefines India's Space Prowess

Prepare to be awestruck as India's space giant, ISRO, achieves an extraordinary milestone with the triumphant landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the lunar surface! 🛰️🌙

📰 Dive into our latest article that narrates the epic journey of Chandrayaan-3, ISRO's third and most ambitious lunar exploration mission. From a flawless launch to a meticulously planned lunar landing, this mission redefines the boundaries of space exploration.

🌠 Discover the innovative spacecraft design, explore the rover's cutting-edge payloads, and delve into the scientific objectives that drove this historic achievement. Join us as we unpack ISRO's determination, innovation, and incredible success in unraveling the mysteries of the Moon.

📅 Don't miss out on this remarkable story that resonates with the spirit of exploration and human ingenuity. Read the full article now:

🔬🪐 Let's celebrate India's stellar contribution to space exploration together! Spread the word and dive into the cosmos with us. 🌌👩‍🚀 #ISRO #Chandrayaan3 #SpaceExploration #LunarLanding #InnovationBeyondBorders #historic

Congratulations ISRO for a historic Chandrayaan 3 milestone and lander module gets ready to land on Moon

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India's Lunar Ambitions Soar: Chandrayaan-3 Successfully Enters Lunar Orbit. Full article here

🚀 India's Chandrayaan-3 Triumphs: Lunar Orbit Conquest! 🌕

🌠 A Giant Leap for India's Space Exploration! 🌠

We're thrilled to share the incredible news of Chandrayaan-3's latest achievement! 🎉 India's lunar mission is soaring to new heights as it successfully enters Lunar orbit, paving the way for an extraordinary soft landing near the Moon's enigmatic south pole! 🌌

🛰️ Chandrayaan-3, with its cutting-edge orbiter, lander, and rover, is now on a thrilling journey towards uncovering the Moon's mysteries. 🌑 The health of the spacecraft is impeccable, monitored carefully from the Mission Operations Complex at ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network in Bengaluru. 💻

🗓️ Next on the mission's agenda? The Lunar bound orbit maneuver, scheduled for tomorrow around 23:00 hrs IST. 🌓 It's all happening, and we can't contain our excitement!

🌎 Join us as we celebrate India's strides in space exploration and the bold ambitions of Chandrayaan-3 to unlock the secrets of the Moon's south pole. 🌠 Let's cheer on the incredible scientists and engineers at ISRO as they lead us into a new era of lunar discovery! 🚀

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Chandrayaan-3's Historic Fifth Orbit-Raising Maneuver: A Giant Leap Closer to the Moon

July 22, 2023 - India's tryst with lunar exploration is on the verge of reaching new heights as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) prepares for the fifth orbit-raising maneuver of the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft. With this remarkable feat scheduled to take place on July 25 between 2 pm and 3 pm IST, ISRO is poised to propel Chandrayaan-3 even closer to the Moon, marking a historic step in the nation's journey of scientific discovery.

Chandrayaan-3's Momentous Odyssey

From its awe-inspiring launch at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota to its remarkable propulsion through space, Chandrayaan-3's journey has captivated the world's attention. Designed to explore the lunar surface and conduct in-depth scientific research, the spacecraft represents India's unwavering commitment to space exploration.

Anticipation Builds for the Fifth Orbit-Raising Maneuver

The upcoming fifth orbit-raising maneuver is the next crucial phase in Chandrayaan-3's mission. Scheduled to occur on July 25, between 2 pm and 3 pm IST, this meticulously planned event will involve precision-thruster firings to increase the spacecraft's orbital altitude. ISRO's team of dedicated engineers and scientists have worked tirelessly to ensure the success of this critical operation.

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Chandrayaan-3 Successfully Executes Fourth Orbit-Raising Manoeuvre

Credit: ISRO

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