China's Long March rocket on Monday successfully launched a new communication satellite, first time after its previous mission failed last month. The Long March-3B rocket carrier put the satellite, Zhongxing-1A after its launch from Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in southwestern Sichuan Province, official Xinhua news agency reported. Read more
The satellite will provide high-quality voice communication, broadcast and data transmission services for users across China. The launch was the 146th mission for the Long March carrier rocket series. Read more