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  NASA's Anil Menon set for first space station mission: What you need to know

  July 01, 2025 23:50 IST

  Anil Menon is set to embark on a mission aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft in June 2026. He will be joined by Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina for this exciting journey.

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  From muscle research to microalgae studies: Here's what astronaut Shukla is exploring in ISS

  July 01, 2025 17:45 IST

  While aboard the ISS, he has started conducting experiments that are crucial for India's space ambitions, such as the Bhartiya Antariksha Station and the Gaganyaan mission.

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  Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to connect with school students, ISRO engineers on Friday

  July 01, 2025 16:09 IST

  The interaction took place via a telebridge set up at the U R Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru, according to the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS). This organisation facilitates communication between school students and astronauts aboard the orbital laboratory.

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  Hubble Telescope captures galaxy with a hidden, active black hole inside Spiral Galaxy UGC 11397

  July 01, 2025 9:02 IST

  NASA and the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Hubble Space Telescope snapped an image of UGC 11397, a spiral galaxy situated in the constellation Lyra, about 250 million light-years away, that harbours a cosmic surprise at its heart.

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  Rare Titan Shadow transits to cross Saturn in Summer 2025

  July 01, 2025 8:51 IST

  Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, casts its shadow across the gas giant in a series of rare shadow transits. This unique celestial alignment, which occurs once every 15 years, offers a stunning visual experience — but only for those with good planning and clear skies.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's space health monitored by family doctor, says European flight surgeon

  June 30, 2025 18:34 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla is medically fit and under constant health supervision, confirmed European Space Agency flight surgeon Dr Brigitte Godard. Despite mild space sickness, Dr Godard assured the nation that Shukla is well-prepared and supported by India's top space doctors.

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  You are closest to the hearts of Indians: PM Modi says in interaction with Shubhanshu Shukla | Video

  June 28, 2025 23:41 IST

  Shukla was launched to the ISS as part of the Axiom 4 mission aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, which was propelled by a Falcon 9 rocket. He arrived at the ISS at 5:44 PM IST on June 26.

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  Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla spends first full day on ISS adjusting to microgravity, training

  June 28, 2025 10:46 IST

  Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who is part of the Axiom 4 mission, has just wrapped up his first full day aboard the International Space Station, marking the conclusion of flight day three.

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  Know all about Prasanth Nair who could have replaced Shubhanshu Shukla for Axiom-4 mission

  June 27, 2025 16:45 IST

  If astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla had fallen ill, suffered an injury, or become unfit for medical clearance prior to the launch, Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair would have stepped in as the second Indian astronaut to journey into space.

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  In-flight event, docking, settling in: Here's how astronaut Shukla spent day 2 of expedition

  June 27, 2025 13:37 IST

  The Axiom 4 crew successfully docked with the Harmony module of the ISS at 6:31 a.m. ET (4:01 p.m. IST) after an impressive journey that lasted 28 hours.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla becomes first Indian on ISS: 'Privileged to see Earth from this vantage point'

  June 26, 2025 23:42 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla becomes the first Indian in over four decades to enter the International Space Station (ISS). As part of Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission, Shukla shared a heartfelt message after reaching the ISS aboard the SpaceX Dragon capsule.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla along with 3 other astronauts join ISS: Family overjoyed as India marks history

  June 26, 2025 19:21 IST

  The Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crew, including India’s Shubhanshu Shukla, has successfully entered the International Space Station (ISS) after a smooth docking by the SpaceX Dragon capsule. The crew will spend 14 days onboard conducting scientific research, outreach, and commercial activities.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla leads India's return to space after 41 years as Axiom-4 docks at ISS: Video

  June 26, 2025 18:54 IST

  Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and his Ax-4 crewmates docked with the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Dragon capsule after a 28-hour journey from Florida. The docking was completed at 4:03 PM IST on June 26, with the hatch scheduled to open after critical safety checks.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission successfully reaches ISS: Highlights

  June 26, 2025 23:42 IST

  Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla successfully piloted the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft and completed a flawless docking with the International Space Station (ISS). He became the first Indian to step aboard the ISS.

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  Wasn't feeling very great, I've been sleeping a lot: Shubhanshu Shukla shares experience

  June 26, 2025 11:57 IST

  As Axiom-4 crew make their journey to dock with the ISS, SpaceX held an in-flight event this morning to celebrate the milestone.

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  James Webb Space Telescope directly images its first exoplanet: 'TWA 7b'

  June 26, 2025 11:28 IST

  A newly discovered exoplanet orbits a star smaller than our Sun, located roughly 110 light-years from Earth in the constellation Antlia.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission ISS docking today: Check details and how to watch livestream

  June 26, 2025 7:49 IST

  The Indian astronaut took to the skies from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 12:01 PM on June 25.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla says 'Kya kamaal ki ride thi', when entered orbit with SpaceX crew

  June 25, 2025 23:42 IST

  Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla has become the second Indian to travel to space and the first to reach the International Space Station (ISS), marking India's return to human spaceflight after 41 years.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's mother gets emotional as Axiom-4's Falcon 9 rocket lifts off for ISS

  June 25, 2025 23:58 IST

  Group Captain Shukla became the second Indian to travel to space, following Rakesh Sharma’s journey in 1984. He was the first Indian astronaut to reach the International Space Station.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's first words after Axiom-4 launch into space: 'Jai Hind, Jai Bharat'

  June 25, 2025 13:06 IST

  Axiom-4 mission launch: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla became India’s second astronaut to travel into space, marking the country’s return to human spaceflight nearly four decades after Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma made history in 1984.

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  Trained in Blue, Bound for the Stars: IAF lauds astronaut Shukla for Axiom-4 mission

  June 25, 2025 12:49 IST

  He spoke about orbiting the Earth at an incredible speed of 7.5 kilometers per second. He shared that the Tiranga on his shoulders symbolised the solidarity he felt with his fellow countrymen.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 Mission lifts off: First Indian heads to ISS on SpaceX Dragon

  June 25, 2025 23:55 IST

  According to NASA's statement, the targeted docking time is expected to be around 4:30 PM IST on Thursday, June 26.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla Axiom-4 Mission: Why it takes 28 hours to reach the ISS, just 400 km above Earth

  June 25, 2025 12:51 IST

  NASA plans for the Dragon spacecraft to dock with the Harmony module of the International Space Station during the Axiom-4 mission at 7 AM EDT (4:30 PM IST) on June 26. Here's why it is taking so long to cover a distance of 400 kilometers.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla Axiom-4 Mission: SpaceX shares first glimpse of Shukla inside Dragon spacecraft

  June 25, 2025 11:03 IST

  SpaceX has reported that the weather conditions are 90 percent favorable for the upcoming launch. NASA, in collaboration with Axiom Space and SpaceX, is aiming for a lift-off at 12:01 PM IST on Wednesday, June 25.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla Axiom-4 Mission Updates: Successful docking, safe return next challenges

  June 26, 2025 7:32 IST

  The Space Dragon spacecraft has lifted off from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying the first Indian astronaut to the International Space Station.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission launch today: Check ISS docking time, and how to watch live

  June 25, 2025 7:43 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom 4 mission is set to launch to the ISS onboard a Dragon spacecraft today, June 25, and the spacecraft is scheduled to dock with the ISS on June 26. Interested viewers can watch the mission livestream.

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  Japanese company attributes second Moon landing failure to laser tool anomaly

  June 24, 2025 9:09 IST

  The lander, named Resilience, was trying to land on the moon's Mare Frigoris, also called the Sea of Cold, when it failed. Company representatives stated that the crash was caused by the lander's laser rangefinder.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission now targeting June 25 launch after multiple delays

  June 24, 2025 6:55 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom 4 mission was initially slated for launch on May 29. However, the date was repeatedly postponed, first to June 8, then to June 10, followed by June 11, and subsequently moved to June 19 and June 22.