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Axiom-4 mission: From launch to ISS docking and return; Shubhanshu Shukla's 14-day mission explained

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 25 June 2025 ()
Axiom Mission is set to launch carrying astronauts, including India's Shubhanshu Shukla, to the International Space Station (ISS) for a two-week research mission. Docking is scheduled for Thursday, initiating an extensive scientific program with studies from 31 nations. The crew will conduct experiments in microgravity, focusing on areas like cancer research, 3D printing, and DNA repair, contributing to global scientific advancement.
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