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  PM Modi meets astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, discusses India's maiden human spaceflight programme

  India | August 18, 2025 19:55 IST

  During his spaceflight preparations, the PM had asked Mr Shukla to document the entire sequence of his training and stay at the space station, for what would become the handbook for Gaganyaan, first human spaceflight program of India.

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  Speed News: Opposition snubs govt's plan to honour astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla in LS

  Originals | August 18, 2025 18:26 IST

  Opposition snubs govt's plan to honour astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla in Lok Sabha. Lok Sabha refers Jan Vishwas Bill to Select Committee amid Opposition protests. Rajnath Singh to build consensus on NDA's vice president nominee CP Radhakrishnan. Get all the updates of the day in today's Speed News

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  Opposition boycotts special discussion on Shubhanshu Shukla, Tharoor breaks ranks with praise

  India | August 18, 2025 13:26 IST

  Lok Sabha is scheduled to hold a special discussion to acknowledge and hail the achievements of Shubhanshu Shukla, who returned to India on Sunday following his successful visit to the International Space Station (ISS) during a mission.

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  Lok Sabha holds special discussion on Shubhanshu Shukla's space feat; astronaut to meet PM Modi

  India | August 18, 2025 14:22 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla returned to India early Sunday morning. Upon his arrival at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, Shukla was received by Union MoS for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman V Narayanan.

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  Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, second Indian to go to space, returns home | Video

  Science | August 17, 2025 23:44 IST

  Upon his arrival at the Delhi airport, Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla was received by Union MoS for Science & Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla to arrive in India today following historic space mission, will meet PM Modi

  Science | August 16, 2025 23:52 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla traveled to the International Space Station as part of the Axiom 4 mission. He underwent debriefing in the US and is set to arrive in India today.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla set to arrive in India this weekend: Jitendra Singh

  Science | August 15, 2025 11:06 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla is the first Indian to step on the International Space Station. He will also participate in National Science Day on August 23.

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  'India working to build its own space station': PM Modi lauds Shubhanshu Shukla in I-day speech

  India | August 15, 2025 12:37 IST

  PM Modi said that India is actively working on building its own space station and announced that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be returning to the country soon.

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  Independence Day 2025: PM Modi Hails Shubhanshu Shukla, Says India Will Build Its Own Space Station

  News | August 15, 2025 8:47 IST

  PM Modi lauded Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who was a mission pilot for Axiom Mission 4. He also announced that the country is working to build its own space centre'.

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  New NCERT book features Shubhanshu Shukla: 'Earth looks one from space, no border exists'

  Science | July 22, 2025 23:31 IST

  The quote is from a conversation between Shubhanshu Shukla and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, intended to inspire young minds.

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  PM Modi Praises Shubhanshu Shukla's Space Journey To The ISS In Address Before Parliament Session

  News | July 21, 2025 18:44 IST

  PM Narendra Modi initiated his address before the Parliament session by praising Shubhanshu Shukla's historic space journey. He said, "This Monsoon session of Parliament is like a victory celebration. India's flag being hoisted at the International Space Station is a moment of pride for every Indian

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  Next astronaut to travel in homegrown spacecraft, says Jitendra Singh

  Science | July 17, 2025 16:11 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom 4 mission has provided significant insights for India, which will assist the country in developing its own spacecraft and space station.

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  Shubhanshu Shukla reunites with wife and son after historic space mission | See pics

  Science | July 16, 2025 21:54 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla returned to Earth on July 15 after spending 18 days on the ISS. He is currently undergoing a 7-day rehabilitation to adjust to gravity.

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  Union cabinet commends Shubhanshu Shukla on successful space journey

  Science | July 16, 2025 16:06 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla has conducted various experiments on the ISS and has also inspired the new generation. The results of these experiments will be helpful for India's space ambitions.

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  Aaj Ki Baat With Rajat Sharma: What experiments Shubhanshu Shukla did in space?

  Aaj Ki Baat | July 15, 2025 23:35 IST

  Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's Gaganyatri, has safely returned to Earth. The SpaceX crew capsule 'Grace', carrying Group Captain Shukla and his fellow astronauts, splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego

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  Speed News: Shubhanshu Shukla's Parents Celebrate with Tears of Joy and Pride

  Originals | July 15, 2025 22:57 IST

  Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns home to an emotional welcome from his proud parents. Odisha to observe bandh on July 17 over student's death, called by 8 parties. Pahalgam attack traced to ISI and Lashkar, acting on Pakistani leadership's orders. Stay updated with today's top stories.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, July 15, 2025

  India | July 15, 2025 23:23 IST

  Shubhanshu Shukla, a Group Captain and the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS), is back on Earth. This marks it as the successful completion of Axiom Space's Axe-4 mission.

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  Union MoS Jitendra Singh Applauds Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla for Axiom-4 Success

  News | July 15, 2025 19:11 IST

  Union Minister Jitendra Singh congratulates Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on the successful Axiom-4 space mission, highlighting India's growing achievements in space exploration and global astronaut presence.

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  Touchdown vs Splashdown: Why Shubhanshu Shukla's Dragon capsule landed in water, not on land

  Science | July 15, 2025 16:53 IST

  The return of Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla aboard SpaceX's Dragon Grace spacecraft will end with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, not a ground-based touchdown. This water landing method is chosen for safety, structural integrity, and historical reliability.

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  Mission successful! Shubhanshu Shukla's first picture after return from International Space Station

  Science | July 15, 2025 16:38 IST

  During his time aboard the International Space Station, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla carried out seven India-specific microgravity experiments, highlighting the country’s advancing expertise in space science and technology.