Pakistan's first 'orbiter' sent pictures of sun and moon
World | May 10, 2024, 11:27 PM ISTChinese space agency CNSA launched the Pakistani small satellite 'Icube Qamar' along with its most complex Chang'e 6 lunar mission.
Chinese space agency CNSA launched the Pakistani small satellite 'Icube Qamar' along with its most complex Chang'e 6 lunar mission.
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ISRO is in discussions with European and Israeli space agencies to enhance cooperation.
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