The Indian Space research Organization(ISRO), on Thursday, announced the successful test-fire of its Vikas (Vikram A Sarabhai), Engine or the Core stage L110 Engine of its heaviest operational rocket – the GSLV Mk 3. While this engine and the rocket comprising it have flown several times in the past, the test is part of a series of new evaluations. They are meant to ensure the human-rating of the rocket.