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- NDTV
Shubhanshu Shukla Shows Pics Of Earth From Space During Meet With PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla this evening, a day after the astronaut returned to India after his historic visit to the International Space Station (ISS). PM Modi hosted Mr Shukla at the Prime Minister's residence in Delhi. PM Modi was seen welcoming Mr Shukla, who was wearing an ISRO astronaut's jacket, with a hug. He gifted the Axiom-4 mission patch to PM Modi and showed him pictures of the Earth taken from the International Space Station. He is the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). "India is proud of his feat," posted PM Modi on X after the meeting. Had a great interaction with Shubhanshu Shukla. We discussed a wide range of subjects including his experiences in space, progress in science & technology as well as India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission. India is proud of his feat. @gagan_shux — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 18, 2025 Mr Shukla was part of the Axiom-4 private space mission, which lifted off from Florida on June 25 and docked at the ISS on June 26. He returned to Earth on July 15. During the 18-day mission, Mr Shukla, along with astronauts Peggy Whitson (US), Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski (Poland), and Tibor Kapu (Hungary), conducted more than 60 experiments and 20 outreach sessions aboard the ISS. On Saturday, he posted on Instagram a photo of himself sitting on a plane. "As I sit on the plane to come back to India, I have a mix of emotions running through my heart. I feel sad leaving a fantastic group of people behind who were my friends and family for the past one year during this mission. I am also excited about meeting all my friends, family and everyone in the country for the first time post mission. I guess this is what life is -- everything all at once," read his post. "Having received incredible love and support from everyone during and after the mission, I can't wait to come back to India to share my experiences with all of you. Goodbyes are hard, but we need to keep moving in life. As my commander Peggy Whitson fondly says, 'the only constant in spaceflight is change'. I believe that applies to life as well," he said. Recalling the song from the Bollywood movie ' Swades ' that was on his playlist just before he embarked on the Axiom-4 mission from the US, Mr Shukla said, "I guess at the end of the day -' Yun hi chala chal rahi - jeevan gaadi hai samay pahiya '".
The Hindu
2 hours ago
- The Hindu
Shubhanshu Shukla meets PM Modi; gifts tri-colour that travelled to space
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (August 18, 2025) met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who became the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Mr. Shukla, who was part of the Axiom-4 commercial mission to the ISS from June 25-July 15, met the Prime Minister at his Lok Kalyan Marg residence. Mr. Modi welcomed Mr. Shukla, who was wearing an ISRO astronaut's jacket, with a warm hug and walked with him with his arm on the astronaut's shoulder. Mr. Shukla gifted the Prime Minister the mission patch of the Axiom-4 mission and the Indian tricolour that he had taken with him to the ISS. This Indian tricolour was fluttering in the background on the ISS when Mr. Shukla interacted with Modi on June 29. "Had a great interaction with Shubhanshu Shukla. We discussed a wide range of subjects including his experiences in space, progress in science & technology as well as India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission. India is proud of his feat," Mr. Modi said in a post on X. The Lucknow-born astronaut was also seen showing pictures he had taken from the ISS on a tablet computer to Prime Minister Modi. Mr. Shukla was part of the Axiom-4 private space mission that lifted off from Florida on June 25 and docked at the International Space Station on June 26. He returned to Earth on 15 July. The Prime Minister interacted with Mr. Shukla on June 29 in the initial days of the Axiom-4 mission that had docked at the ISS. He had also asked the astronaut to document his learning, training and stay at the International Space Station that would help India's future missions, including Gaganyaan. Mr. Shukla returned to India on Sunday (August 17, 2025). In a press interaction earlier this month, Shukla said that he had fulfilled the task entrusted to him by Prime Minister Modi to document every aspect of his mission for the benefit of India's upcoming Gaganyaan programme. "I remember very well the homework given to me by the prime minister. And I completed it very well. I am very excited to come back and share it with you all. I am confident that all that knowledge is going to prove extremely useful and crucial for us, for our own Gaganyaan mission," Mr. Shukla said on August 1. Along with three other astronauts — Peggy Whitson (U.S.), Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski (Poland), and Tibor Kapu (Hungary) -- Shukla conducted over 60 experiments and 20 outreach sessions during the 20-day Axiom-4 mission.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Time of India
What is ‘AI psychosis'? Psychiatrist warns of troubling symptoms after treating a dozen patients
A psychiatrist in San Francisco has sounded the alarm over a phenomenon he calls 'AI psychosis,' a term not found in medical textbooks but increasingly invoked in clinical conversations. Speaking to Business Insider , the doctor revealed that he has treated a dozen patients whose interactions with AI chatbots appeared to intensify existing vulnerabilities, leading to paranoia, delusions, and even hallucinations. Independence Day 2025 Modi signals new push for tech independence with local chips Before Trump, British used tariffs to kill Indian textile Bank of Azad Hind: When Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose gave India its own currency 'These are not isolated incidents,' he explained. 'While psychosis has many causes, prolonged and unhealthy reliance on AI seems to amplify risks for some individuals.' The profile of those at risk According to the report, most of the cases involved men between 18 and 45, many of them engineers or tech workers. Though AI was not the sole trigger, it became a powerful accelerant in already fragile situations. Some patients were dealing with unemployment, substance use, or untreated mood disorders when they turned to chatbots for companionship or answers. What began as harmless problem-solving spiraled into disorganized thinking and distorted beliefs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cardiologist Reveals: The Simple Morning Habit for a Flatter Belly After 50! Lulutox Undo The psychiatrist emphasized that psychosis itself is not a diagnosis but a symptom—like fever—that can stem from multiple conditions ranging from stress and drug withdrawal to schizophrenia. When conversation with AI crosses a line One patient reportedly began chatting with an AI about quantum mechanics. At first the exchange was logical, but as the hours passed, the discussion shifted into delusional territory, fueling feelings of grandeur and almost religious conviction. The longer the conversations continued, the more detached from reality the individual became. You Might Also Like: Patients are bringing AI diagnoses and prescriptions to clinics: What does it mean for doctors? This pattern of extended, isolated use was common among the cases seen in San Francisco. 'When there's no human presence to push back, psychosis thrives,' the psychiatrist noted. AI chatbots, unlike therapists, rarely challenge distorted thinking; instead, they often validate it, lowering the natural barriers that reality provides. A case of love, loss, and illusion The warnings are not confined to the United States. In China, a 75-year-old man reportedly divorced his wife of several decades to pursue a relationship with an AI-generated avatar. According to Beijing Daily , the man, known only as Jiang, became emotionally dependent on a digital woman who greeted him affectionately and appeared to provide companionship. Only after his children intervened did he realize the illusion. Such cases underline a growing concern: parasocial relationships with AI are not only reshaping intimacy but also posing mental health risks, particularly for people who are isolated or vulnerable. Recognizing red flags Experts warn families to look out for early signs that AI use may be tipping into dangerous territory. According to the psychiatrist's account in Business Insider , red flags include withdrawal from loved ones, paranoia, agitation when separated from chatbots, or risky behaviors like impulsive spending. You Might Also Like: 60-year-old man turns to ChatGPT for diet tips, ends up with a rare 19th-century illness In severe cases, emergency services should be contacted immediately. In the U.S., dialing 988 connects callers to the suicide prevention hotline. For less urgent concerns, notifying a primary care physician or therapist can help intervene before symptoms escalate. A cautious path forward While the psychiatrist stresses he is not anti-AI—he himself uses tools like ChatGPT for writing and journaling—he believes balance and awareness are critical. 'If patients understand both the risks and benefits, AI can complement therapy,' he said. 'But when it replaces human connection and reality testing, it becomes dangerous.' OpenAI , in a response to Business Insider , acknowledged the risks and said it is developing tools to detect emotional distress and direct users toward safe, supportive resources. For now, psychiatrists urge vigilance. As millions integrate AI into their daily lives, even a small fraction experiencing adverse effects could translate into significant public health concerns. The question lingers: as chatbots become confidants, how do we ensure that the line between reality and delusion does not blur beyond repair?
