EOS-05 is India's first imaging satellite in Geosynchronous orbit at ~36,000 km above Earth
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ISRO successfully launches Earth observation satellite EOS-05
ISRO successfully launched EOS-05, India's first geosynchronous Earth observation satellite positioned at 36,000 km altitude. Unlike low Earth orbit satellites, EOS-05 provides continuous real-time monitoring of the Indian subcontinent for disaster management, agriculture, and security. This technological leap enhances India's indigenous space capabilities and strategic surveillance. The launch marks a milestone in ISRO's Earth observation program for competitive exam relevance.
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Provides continuous real-time monitoring of Indian subcontinent unlike LEO satellites
Applications: disaster management, agriculture monitoring, national security surveillance
Launched by ISRO as part of indigenous Earth observation satellite program
Significant technological advancement in India's space-based remote sensing capabilities
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