ISRO launches heaviest rocket GSLV Mark-III

ISRO successfully launched GSLV Mark-III which happens to be India's largest rocket and its a Human Crew Module Experiment.

The Crew Module gets separated from the rocket in about 325.52 secnds at 126.16 km altitude. Specially made parachutes will help the module safely crash into Bay of Bengal off Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Indian Coast Guards will later bring the module to the shores.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the efforts of the Indian Scientists. "Successful launch of GSLV Mk-III is yet another triumph of brilliance & hardwork of our scientists. Congrats to them for the efforts," he responded.