GalaxEye, an Indian start-up founded by alumni of the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, has launched its first satellite, Drishti, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, United States. This innovative satellite combines optical imaging, akin to a standard camera, with radar-generated images, using a technology called Opto-SAR. This dual capability allows Drishti to provide clear images regardless of weather conditions, addressing a long-standing challenge in space imaging. Traditional satellites typically rely on either optical or radar imaging, which often necessitates data fusion from multiple sources, leading to complications. Drishti's unique design enables simultaneous imaging of the same location, thus eliminating the need for manual data alignment. The satellite's data will serve both civilian and military purposes, particularly benefiting regions like India, where weather conditions can hinder conventional satellite imaging. GalaxEye's approach aims to make space imagery more accessible and understandable for users across various sectors.