TSAT-1A
TSAT-1A is India’s first privately built military-grade satellite, developed by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in collaboration with Satellogic Inc. Launched on April 7, 2024, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, TSAT-1A is designed for Earth observation with sub-metre resolution optical imaging capabilities. It features advanced multispectral and hyperspectral technologies to provide high-resolution images which can be used for both government and enterprise purposes. The satellite aims to enhance Indian surveillance capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign satellites for critical data.