Gaganyaan Mission On Track: ISRO Chief As Shubhanshu Shukla Returns Home

India’s space ambitions took a significant leap forward with the triumphant return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, marking the end of his historic 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla’s safe splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego became a celebrated national achievement, widely hailed by the ISRO leadership and government alike for its impact

July 15, 2025
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Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Set For Splash Down At Approximately 3:00–3:01 pm IST On 15-Jul-2025 (Today)

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew are set to splash down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at approximately 3:00–3:01 pm IST. The SpaceX Dragon capsule, named "Grace," undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) on Monday, July 14, at around 4:45 pm IST.Live coverage of the splashdown will begin on the Axiom Space website at

July 15, 2025
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How SpaceX’s Crew Dragon Will Bring Shubhanshu Shukla And Crew Back To Earth: Explained

SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule, named Grace, is set to bring Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and his Axiom-4 crewmates safely back to Earth after nearly 20 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The return process involves several carefully coordinated steps that ensure a controlled and safe descent culminating in a splashdown off the coast of California.After

July 15, 2025
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‘Dragon Separation Confirmed!’: Axiom-4 Successfully Undocks, Makes Way Back To Earth

On July 14, 2025, the Axiom-4 mission achieved a significant milestone as the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft successfully undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) at 7:15 a.m. EDT. This event marked the conclusion of the fourth private astronaut mission to the ISS, organized by Axiom Space in collaboration with NASA and SpaceX.Following the undocking procedure from the Harmony module’s

July 14, 2025
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Successful Completion of Microgravity Experiments

Gaganyatri Shubhanshu Shukla has successfully completed all seven microgravity experiments and other planned activities, achieving significant milestone in the mission. Experiments on Indian strain of Tardigrades, Myogenesis, Sprouting of Methi & Moong seeds, Cyanobacteria, Microalgae, Crop seeds and Voyoger Display have been completed as planned.On July 13, 2025, the Expedition 73 Crew

July 14, 2025
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‘Hatch Closed, Indicator Aligned,’ AX-4 Crew Moves For Undocking Aboard Dragon Spacecraft

The Axiom Mission 4 (AX-4) crew has entered the final phase of their mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), with preparations underway for their return to Earth after nearly 20 days in orbit. On July 14, 2025, the hatch of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft ‘Grace’ was securely closed and the alignment indicator confirmed, signalling the start of undocking procedures.Hatch Closure

July 14, 2025
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‘Today’s India Looks Ambitious From Space, Looks Fearless, Confident, And Full of Pride: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s Stirring Farewell

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS), delivered an emotional and inspiring farewell speech as the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crew prepared to return to Earth.In a moment that resonated with millions, he echoed the legendary words of Rakesh Sharma, updating them for a new era: "Aaj ka Bharat space se mahatvakaanshi dikhta hai, aaj

July 14, 2025
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Group Captain Shukla, Along AX-4 Crew, To Undock From ISS Today; Splashdown Tomorrow

After an historic 18-day stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS, is set to undock from the station today, July 14, 2025, at approximately 4:30 PM IST.The Ax-4 mission, organised by Axiom Space in collaboration with NASA, ISRO, the European Space Agency (ESA), and SpaceX, marks a significant milestone for

July 14, 2025
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Axiom-4 Splash Down On July 15 At 3 pm: Jitendra Singh On Shubhanshu Shukla’s Return From ISS

The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, carrying Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and three other astronauts—Peggy Whitson, Sławosz Uznanski-Wisniewski, and Tibor Kapu—is scheduled to undock from the International Space Station (ISS) on July 14 at 4:30 PM IST.The crew will return to Earth aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, with a splashdown expected on July 15 at 3:00 PM IST off the coast

July 13, 2025
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ISRO Advances Gaganyaan Mission With Key Engine Development Milestone

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant breakthrough in its Gaganyaan human spaceflight program by successfully completing the qualification test of the Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS). This accomplishment marks a pivotal step toward India’s first crewed space mission, enhancing both crew safety and mission reliability as the country prepares for a

July 12, 2025
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