1st 2026 space mission: DRDO defence Sat to ride PSLV-C62; refuelling tech, Nepal Sat onboard

India’s first space mission of 2026, PSLV-C62, is set to launch on January 12, carrying DRDO’s advanced defense satellite Anvesha (EOS-N1) for enhanced surveillance. The mission will also test on-orbit refuelling technology with OrbitAID’s AyulSAT and deploy Nepal’s Earth observation satellite Munal, alongside 13 other satellites from India and international partners.