The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of India, responsible for the country's space program. Established in 1969, ISRO aims to harness space technology for national development and conduct space research and exploration. It has successfully launched numerous satellites for communication, weather forecasting, and navigation. ISRO is known for its cost-effective missions, including the Mars Orbiter Mission, which made India the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit. The agency also collaborates with other countries for satellite launches and scientific research, contributing to global space exploration efforts.