India successfully launched the country's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, by Skyroot Aerospace, on Friday. As the rocket lifted off, it made history, lifting the country's aspirations.A little over 15 minutes after liftoff, the rocket, termed Vikram-1, reached orbit, completing its mission. India has become the third country in the world with private orbital launch capability. Cheers erupted in the control room as the mission director called it a "grand success". Hugs and smiles were seen all around as the crew behind the historic achievement celebrated the successful completion of the launch. As it entered the Orbital Adjustment Module ignition, the rocket fired up a 3D-printed liquid engine — this can start, stop, and restart in space for the.
