ISRO–NASA NISAR Satellite Launch on July 30, 2025 | Mission Highlights

Historic NISAR Launch on July 30

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Dual-Frequency Radar Power

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Watches Earth Day & Night

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Critical for Climate & Disaster Data

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India–US Space Collaboration Milestone

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Launch via GSLV-F16 Rocket

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