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This is crucial juncture for space missions: Shubhanshu Shukla as he preps for second space voyage

Shubhanshu Shukla, India's first astronaut on the International Space Station, is training for the Gaganyaan mission. He draws on his IAF test pilot background for this significant human spaceflight program. Gaganyaan aims to showcase India's capabilities in space exploration. Shukla's previous ISS mission provided valuable insights for future Indian endeavors.

The Economic Times · May 31

Could a toxic chemical in Mars dirt help us build a Red Planet base?

Perchlorate, a toxic substance found in Mars dirt, could help the bacterium Sporosarcina pasteurii strengthen bonds between particles of regolith.

Space · Feb 5

India tests parachutes for 1st-ever human spaceflight mission in 2027 (photos)

India successfully tested the parachute system for its Gaganyaan crew module ahead of its planned first-ever astronaut launch in 2027.

Space · Sep 3, 2025

Astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary head back to Earth after private space station mission

The International Space Station's first visitors from India, Poland and Hungary are headed back to Earth

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025

Seeing 'fireworks' on Earth from space | On the ISS this week June 26 - July 4, 2025

The Expedition 73 and Axiom Mission 4 crews spent their first of two weeks together conducting science aboard the International Space Station.

Space · Jul 4, 2025

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.

Euronews · Jun 30, 2025

The ups and downs of life in space | On the ISS this week June 23 - 27, 2025

The Axiom Mission-4 (Ax-4) crew flying aboard SpaceX's Dragon "Grace" docked to the International Space Station beginning a two-week stay on the orbiting laboratory with the Expedition 73 crew.

Space · Jun 28, 2025

Spaceship Carrying Astronauts From India, Poland, Hungary, Docks With ISS

A US commercial mission carrying astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary docked with the International Space Station on Thursday, marking the first time in decades that these nations have sent crew to space.

International Business Times · Jun 26, 2025

Axiom-4 astronauts on SpaceX Crew Dragon welcomed aboard International Space Station (video)

After more than 24 hours on orbit, the the private astronaut crew of Axiom-4 has caught up to the International Space Station, docked and been welcomed aboard for their two-week mission.

Space · Jun 25, 2025

'Space chocolate,' mango nectar and pierogis: Here are the international foods the private Ax-4 astronauts are flying to the ISS

The four astronauts of the private Ax-4 mission to the ISS represent four different countries, so the food they're carrying up has a very international flavor.

Space · Jun 25, 2025