Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to visit the International Space Station via private spaceflight, is set to return today aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft. The Axiom-4 crew, including astronauts from the US, Poland, and Hungary, undocked from the ISS on July 14 and will splash down off San Diego at 3 PM IST. The mission, launched on June 25, conducted over 60 experiments and returns with 580+ pounds of cargo. Shukla’s farewell message highlighted India’s fearless and ambitious space future. The ₹550 crore ISRO-backed mission is seen as a precursor to Gaganyaan 2027. A brief sonic boom will mark Dragon’s re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere. (PC: Aaj Tak & Bharat News)

 Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, part of the Axiom-4 mission, returned to Earth after a historic 14-day stay aboard the ISS. His reflections from space resonated deeply across India. He described India as “grand and bigger from space,” carried the tricolour on launch, and shared Indian sweets like Gajar ka Halwa in orbit. In conversation with PM Modi, he linked India’s space journey to national progress. His farewell message—“Even the stars are attainable”—echoed unity and ambition. Shukla’s poetic tribute, “Aaj ka Bharat abhi bhi saare jahan se achchha dikhta hai,” immortalized his mission. His words, humor, and outreach left an indelible mark on India’s space legacy. (PC: AFP)

Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to return to Earth today at around 3 PM IST after an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla and the multinational Ax-4 crew will splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off California following a dangerous re-entry through Earth's atmosphere. The SpaceX Dragon capsule undocked on Monday for a 22-hour return journey. Shukla conducted over 60 experiments, including plant biology and AI research. His work on the ISS is expected to help future missions and Earth-based science. India celebrates this as a proud moment in its space journey. (PC: India Today )

India’s Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and the Ax-4 crew are set to return to Earth after a 22-hour journey from the International Space Station. Their SpaceX Dragon spacecraft undocked on July 14 and will land in the Pacific Ocean near California, United States, on July 15. The mission, a key step for India’s Gaganyaan ambitions, involved 18 days in space conducting 60 experiments on health, agriculture, and microgravity. Shukla’s work on muscle loss and algae farming gained attention. The crew brings back 260 kg of cargo, including NASA equipment and research data critical for future space exploration. (PC: X)

Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) aboard SpaceX’s Dragon capsule, starting his 21-hour journey back to Earth. The Ax-4 mission is set to end with a Pacific Ocean splashdown off California at 3:00 pm IST on July 15. Shukla, the first Indian on the ISS, contributed to 60 experiments on plant growth, AI, and human biology during his 18-day mission. Reflecting on India’s progress, he said, “Today’s India still looks ‘saare jahan se accha’.” Post-landing, he and the crew will undergo rehabilitation for re-adaptation to Earth’s gravity.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has officially begun his return journey to Earth as SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) at 4:35 pm IST. Shukla, part of the Axiom-4 mission, spent 18 days aboard the ISS, marking a historic milestone as India’s second astronaut in space after Rakesh Sharma. The Dragon will complete a 22.5-hour journey before splashdown off California’s coast at 3:01 am IST on Tuesday. Axiom commander Peggy Whitson wished the crew “Godspeed.” After undocking, Dragon will perform engine burns, re-entry, and parachute-assisted landing. Recovery operations are already underway.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s second astronaut in space and first to visit the ISS, concludes his 18-day Axiom-4 mission today. The collaborative effort between Axiom Space, NASA, and ISRO, dubbed Mission Akash Ganga marks a pivotal step toward India’s Gaganyaan program. Shukla conducted seven India-specific microgravity experiments aboard the ISS, contributing vital data for future planetary missions. His return journey begins July 14, with splashdown expected near California on July 15 at 3 PM IST. ISRO confirms Shukla is in good health. With ₹33,000 crore allocated for Gaganyaan, India aims to land an astronaut on the moon by 2040. Shukla’s reflections from space underscore India’s confidence, pride, and global ambition. (PC: Money Control & News Arena)

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut aboard the ISS in 41 years, is returning to Earth today via SpaceX’s Dragon capsule after an 18-day Axiom-4 mission. The capsule will undock at 4:35 pm IST and splash down off California on July 15 at 3:00 pm IST. The journey spans 22.5 hours, involving orbital maneuvers for safe re-entry. The crew brings back 580 pounds of cargo, including data from 60 experiments, seven shortlisted by ISRO. Shukla’s emotional farewell echoed Rakesh Sharma’s iconic words, reaffirming India’s pride. Post-landing, the crew will undergo medical checks and a 10-day quarantine. ISRO invested ₹550 crore in the mission. (PC: News18 & The Daily Guardian)

India’s first astronaut to the International Space Station, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, will undock today at 4:30 pm IST, concluding his historic 18-day Ax-4 mission. Shukla and his crew conducted over 60 scientific experiments across biology, AI, materials science, and human health. His work included groundbreaking studies on microalgae and plant growth in space. In a heartfelt farewell, Shukla said India appears “fearless, confident, and proud” from space. His return marks a major milestone for India’s space ambitions. Splashdown is scheduled off California’s coast on July 15. Shukla’s achievements will inspire India’s next generation of space explorers. (PC: India Today)

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the International Space Station, delivered a heartfelt message ahead of the Ax-4 mission’s undocking, saying, “Today India looks ambitious, fearless, confident and proud from space, and India is still saare jahan se accha.” Shukla returns to Earth on July 15 after over 250 orbits and 6 million miles. The Ax-4 crew completed 60 experiments during their 17-day mission. ISRO confirmed Shukla will undergo rehabilitation upon return. His achievement marks a milestone for India’s space programme, inspiring young scientists and reaffirming India’s growing role in global space exploration. (PC: India Today)