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Time of India
6 hours ago
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- Time of India
Minister Jitendra Singh: India has found a lasting space in world of space; hints at Shubhanshu Shukla's India return
Minister Jitendra Singh: India has found a lasting space in world of space NEW DELHI: Space minister Jitendra Singh on Tuesday hailed the safe return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from the Axiom-4 space mission as a 'moment of pride for the world, a moment of glory' for India, stating that the country had secured its rightful place in the global space ecosystem. 'One of Mother India's illustrious sons is back. India has found a lasting space in the world of space,' he said, while addressing the media on Tuesday as the Dragon splashed down in the Pacific. Providing details, Singh said that all four Axiom-4 astronauts will remain in quarantine until July 23 to complete medical and re-adaptation procedures. 'From the 24th, they will begin discussions with Isro . Debriefings with Axiom and Nasa will follow,' he said. Singh hinted at Shukla's return to India around Aug 17, after he completes post-mission protocols and discussions abroad. The minister said the mission demonstrated India's growing stature in global space exploration. "These are experiments that have never been done before. This marks a new era for India's scientific and technological ambitions," he noted, adding that the mission's success would have long-term implications for humankind. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Đây có thể là thời điểm tốt nhất để giao dịch vàng trong 5 năm qua IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Describing the safe return as both a scientific and symbolic achievement, the minister said, "The call given by Prime Minister Modi to look to the skies and dream big has begun to take shape. This successful mission is just the beginning. It will inspire a new generation of Indians to pursue careers in science and space." India's growing role in global human spaceflight programmes, including the upcoming Gaganyaan mission , is further reinforced by Shukla's participation in Axiom-4.
India Today
18 hours ago
- Science
- India Today
India hails Shubhanshu Shukla's historic spaceflight with widespread praise
With Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's safe return to Earth after his groundbreaking voyage to the International Space Station (ISS), leaders from across India's scientific and space communities have lauded the mission as a critical precursor to India's human space exploration goals, most notably the upcoming Gaganyaan mission and long-term ambitions of lunar who became the first Indian to visit the ISS, spent 18 days in space as part of the multinational Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, conducting over 60 scientific experiments, including seven designed and coordinated by Isro and Indian research his contributions, Lt. Gen. AK Bhatt (retd.), Director General of the Indian Space Association (ISpA), said, 'We congratulate Axiom and Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on completing a successful mission. This achievement is a stepping stone for India's future crewed space journeys, including the Gaganyaan mission and our ambitious goal of landing an Indian on the Moon by 2040. It will support Isro and energize both global and Indian private space industries.' Echoing the sentiment, astrophysicist Somak Raychaudhury, Vice Chancellor of Ashoka University, stated, 'This mission is not just a step forward – it is a giant leap in translating ambition into capability... The insights gained will be vital as we prepare for Gaganyaan in 2027, an Indian space station by 2035, and a Moon landing by 2040. It's a foundation for capability-driven space exploration.'Dr. Subba Rao Pavuluri, CMD of Ananth Technologies, emphasised the scientific success of the mission, 'Group Capt Shubhanshu Shukla successfully completed all seven Indian-designed experiments, including studies on tardigrades, muscle cell growth, and crop germination. This mission is a precursor to our own Gaganyaan mission, aligning with the vision of Viksit Bharat where planetary exploration is driven by experimentation.'Adding to the chorus, Anil Prakash, Director General of SIA-India, celebrated the mission's biotech impact, 'This mission launches India into the space-biotech frontier. It showcases the power of public–private partnerships—featuring Isro, SpaceX, Axiom Space, Skyroot—and sets the stage for sustainable, orbit-based life-support systems.'As India steps into a new era of human spaceflight, Shubanshu Shukla's mission is being hailed as a defining launchpad for India's future among the stars.- EndsTune InMust Watch
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First Post
19 hours ago
- Science
- First Post
'Spent sleepless nights...': Shubhanshu Shukla back safe, Isro chief says Gaganyan next
The Isro chief added that they have gained a lot of input that will help them advance in areas like space research, health, and more, highlighting the mission's broader impact on India's space ambitions read more India is buzzing with pride as astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and his three crewmates safely returned to Earth on Tuesday (July 15), a moment Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman V. Narayanan called 'big' for the country. Reflecting on the mission's rocky start, Narayanan admitted to Network 18 that a liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon 9 rocket kept him up at night. I 'spent sleepless nights" when the leak hit the vehicle, he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'It's a big moment for India. I spent sleepless nights when there was a leak in the vehicle," he said. When asked how Shukla's mission boosts India's space programme, Narayanan explained that it's a big step forward. Narayanan also shared that the Axiom-4 mission has provided key insights for India's Gaganyaan program. He added that they have gained a lot of input that will help them advance in areas like space research, health, and more, highlighting the mission's broader impact on India's space ambitions. Shukla and his Axiom-4 team splashed down off the California coast at 3:01 pm IST on Tuesday, wrapping up nearly three weeks in space. The Dragon spacecraft, carrying the crew, undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) on Monday after an 18-day mission. The Axiom-4 mission, which took four astronauts to the ISS, faced multiple delays due to rocket issues. A liquid oxygen leak was found during pre-launch checks, and while SpaceX initially thought they could fix it quickly, they ultimately postponed the launch to ensure proper repairs. On June 25, Shukla, along with Commander Peggy Whitson, Mission Specialist Slawosz 'Suave' Uznanski-Wisniewski, and Tibor Kapu, finally blasted off from Florida. Shukla's journey is a historic milestone—he's the first Indian to visit the ISS and the second Indian in space, following Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma's 1984 flight. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD His mission has cemented India's growing presence in the global space race, and the nation is celebrating its latest space hero. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Shukla upon his safe return, saying he has inspired 'a billion dreams through his dedication, courage and pioneering spirit'. 'I join the nation in welcoming Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he returns to Earth from his historic mission to Space. As India's first astronaut to have visited International Space Station, he has inspired a billion dreams through his dedication, courage and pioneering spirit. It marks another milestone towards our own Human Space Flight Mission - Gaganyaan,' Modi wrote on X.
India Today
20 hours ago
- Science
- India Today
Gaganyaan mission on track: Isro chief as Shubhanshu Shukla returns home
As the nation celebrates Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's return to the Earth after 18 days in space, Isro Chief V Narayanan, talkiing to India Today, said that India's own upcoming human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan, is firmly on Shukla, India's first astronaut to live and work aboard the International Space Station, returned to Earth on Wednesday, marking the end of his historic 18-day mission. Shukla splashed down safely in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego at around 3:01 pm IST aboard SpaceX's Dragon earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the Indian astronaut back to Earth, and said that the historic space mission will prove a milestone towards India's Gaganyaan Mission.- Ends
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Business Standard
21 hours ago
- Science
- Business Standard
Shubhanshu Shukla back from space after 18 days: What happens next?
Indian Air Force pilot and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who travelled to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission, returned to Earth at 3:01 pm on Tuesday. Shukla, along with Commander Peggy Whitson, European Space Agency astronaut Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski, and Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu, departed the ISS aboard the Dragon spacecraft 'Grace'. The spacecraft undocked from the ISS at 4:45 pm IST on Monday, with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. The return journey took approximately 22.5 hours. What happens after splashdown? After the spacecraft landed in the ocean, the crew was transported to Nasa's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Here, the astronauts will go through medical checks and post-landing procedures. After being cleared by doctors, they will be allowed to return to their respective home countries, according to a report by The Economic Times. As previously stated by Isro, all four crew members will undergo a seven-day rehabilitation programme following their return. Shukla to undergo health, performance tests Shukla, referred to as 'Shux' by his crewmates, will also take part in a series of physical and psychological tests overseen by Nasa's Human Health and Performance team. These tests will evaluate his fitness, reflexes, balance, cardiovascular health, and immune system response after spending time in space, added the report. Further, the Nasa team will debrief the astronauts on their experiences during the Axiom-4 mission and the scientific experiments they conducted aboard the ISS. The findings from these discussions will help in planning future international space missions. Recognition awaits the Indian pilot Moreover, Shukla is likely to be formally acknowledged for his achievements by Indian scientific institutions, including Isro and the Indian Air Force. He could also be honoured by government authorities for his contributions to space exploration. Having spent 18 days in microgravity, Shukla's body will need time to readjust to Earth's gravity. Space missions often result in temporary bone and muscle loss, as well as fluid redistribution in the body, which can affect blood flow and organ function. According to Nasa experts, astronauts commonly experience effects such as a 'puffy face', 'chicken legs', vision changes, and sometimes even a slight increase in height during their initial days in space.
