Space farming: Shubhanshu Shukla grows methi, moong on ISS; calls it ‘exciting and joyful work’
Wednesday, 9 July 2025 () Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the ISS, is conducting crucial experiments on seed germination in microgravity, collaborating with Indian institutions. He's photographing sprouting moong and methi seeds, later to be studied on Earth for genetic changes. Shukla is also working with microalgae for space-based food and biofuel production.
On June 25th, SpaceX's Crew Dragon and Falcon 9 launched the Axiom-4 Mission, taking Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three international crewmates to the International Space Station (ISS). This isn't just a big step for India; it's a massive leap for private...
PM Modi, ahead of National Space Day, lauded India's space sector advancements, highlighting IAF Group Captain Shukla's ISS journey and the surge in space.. IndiaTimes
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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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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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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Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla: India, Poland, and Hungary have launched astronauts into space for the first time in over 40 years, marking a historic return to human spaceflight. The Axiom-4..
He reflected on the intricate network of global space agencies and their partnerships, noting that these collaborations had enabled such space ventures. DNA Also reported by •IndiaTimes
Space Minister Jitendra Singh celebrated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's safe return from the Axiom-4 mission, calling it a proud moment for India and the... IndiaTimes
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to reach the International Space Station, engaged with Indian students in a live session under... IndiaTimes
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