In order to establish modern multi-wavelength as well as multi-messenger global observational facilities in the field of Astronomy and Astrophysics, a number of new initiatives have been taken. The unique multi wavelength space – born Indian astronomical observatory (ASTROSAT) was launched on September 28, 2015. All payloads including Ultra-violet imaging telescope (UVIT) have provided important scientific output. India’s largest size (3.6 meter) Devasthal optical telescope has been successfully commissioned and started observations. The best observed angular resolution with this telescope is 0.4 arc sec. The scientific potential of these two Indian facilities, one in space and other on the ground, shall be presented in the talk along with their role in the present era of multi-messenger global observational Astrophysics.
Senior Professor, former Director of ARIES, presently editor of JoAA