Ax-4 enters final leg, aboard space station, return any day after July 9
Tuesday, 8 July 2025 () Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla (Shux) and the Axiom-4 crew are set to return to Earth after completing 13 days on the ISS, pending final checks. Shux focused on experiments involving cyanobacteria, muscle loss, and microalgae for future life support systems.
Indian astronaut Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla, piloting Axiom Mission 4, greeted the world with a heartfelt "Namaskar from space!" as he shared his excitement about reaching orbit. In a symbolic gesture, he carried a soft toy Swan—representing wisdom in Indian culture—floating beside him aboard the spacecraft. His message highlighted not only the pride of the mission but also India's cultural presence in space. The video marks a historic moment for India’s space collaboration and showcases the blend of tradition and technology aboard a cutting-edge international mission.
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After a gap of 41 years since Rakesh Sharma made history, India returns to space in a big way. Meet Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to head to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4). This landmark journey marks India’s next leap in space diplomacy and private space collaboration. What does this mean for India's space future? Why is this mission historic? Here's everything you need to know.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 124th Mann ki Baat episode, highlighted India's achievements in science and culture. He mentioned astronaut Sudhanshu.. IndiaTimes
Shubhanshu Shukla made history as the first Indian astronaut on the ISS, enduring six launch delays that tested his family's resolve. His wife, Kamna, shared the.. IndiaTimes
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla smiled and waved after completing an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station. His safe splashdown off California marks India’s first-ever astronaut visit to the ISS, a proud milestone for the nation’s space exploration journey. Shukla, piloting the Dragon spacecraft alongside NASA’s Peggy Whitson, conducted over 60 microgravity experiments spanning agriculture, medicine, and water research. The mission, part of Axiom’s private astronaut program, highlights India’s growing role in the global space age.
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Astronauts from Poland, Hungary and India head back to Earth ending first ISS mission
It was Axiom's fourth station trip since 2022. The Houston company's clientele includes the wealthy as well as countries seeking representation in space.
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What does the Axiom 4 mission mean for the future of Poland's space industry?
Last week, an Indian, a Hungarian and a Pole have arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time. Experts say that, like the "Apollo effect" felt after the famous mission, this journey may inspire a new generation of astronauts.
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