India achieved a historic milestone on August 23 with Chandrayaan-3's successful lunar landing.

Chandrayaan-3 became the fourth mission to land on the moon and the first to reach the uncharted south pole.

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The mission fulfilled its objectives of safe landing, rover mobility, and ongoing in-situ scientific experiments.

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Chandrayaan-3's ChaSTE payload revealed surprising lunar surface temperatures, recording a high of 70 degrees centigrade.

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The rover navigated lunar obstacles, like a 4-meter crater, showcasing ISRO's strategic decision-making.

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The Pragyan rover's Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscope confirmed the presence of elements like sulfur, aluminum, and oxygen.

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ISRO is racing against time, utilizing a tight 14-day window to maximize scientific exploration on the moon's south pole.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi named significant lunar sites and declared 'National Space Day' to commemorate achievements.

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The mission's ongoing discoveries deepen our understanding of lunar mysteries, inspiring future scientific endeavors.

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