India’s first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1 launched successfully | 18 July 2026

THE HEADLINES: India’s first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1 launched successfully from Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates the Skyroot Aerospace team; Calls it a defining moment in India’s space journey. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says India’s zero tolerance against terrorism is not merely a statement but a firm line of action. Red color warning issued for very heavy rainfall over Sub Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim till tomorrow. And in Badminton, PV Sindhu storms into Women’s Singles final of Japan Open in Tokyo. Subscribe to Akashvani All India Radio News Whatsapp Channel : https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029... News On AIR YouTube Channel : @NEWSONAIROFFICIAL Visit Akashvani website : https://newsonair.gov.in Follow us on : Twitter English :   / airnewsalerts   Twitter Hindi :   / airnewshindi   Facebook :   / airnewsalerts   Instagram :   / airnewsalerts   Public:https://public.app/user/profile/b58Z4...