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China launches 24th batch of low-orbit internet satellites from Hainan site

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: China
Published: August 16, 2026 at 11:09

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The launch took place from the southern island province of Hainan, which has become an important location for China's commercial space activities. The latest mission is part of China's ongoing effort to build large networks of low-orbit satellites that can provide internet connectivity from space. The rocket lifted off at 12.10 pm Beijing time and successfully placed the satellites into their designated orbits.

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