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India news: National space agency ISRO to boost GPS alternative with new satellite launch

The Indian national space agency's NVS-03 mission aims to strengthen NavIC, India's indigenous navigation system, and reduce reliance on the US-owned GPS. DW has more.

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The Indian national space agency's NVS-03 mission aims to strengthen NavIC, India's indigenous navigation system, and reduce reliance on the US-owned GPS. DW has more.

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