Human Interest

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Begin Return Journey to Earth on July 14


Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will begin his return to Earth on July 14, 2025, along with fellow astronauts Peggy Whitson, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, and Tibor Kapu. The crew will undock from the Harmony module aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, concluding their mission in space.

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Dangeti Jahnavi Makes History as the First Indian to Complete NASA’s Prestigious IAS Program – Set to Travel to Space in 2029


Dangeti Jahnavi, a trailblazer from Andhra Pradesh, has become the first Indian to complete NASA’s prestigious International Air and Space Program (IASP). With this historic achievement, she is now preparing for her journey to space in 2029—marking a proud moment for India in global space exploration.

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India’s Taste Reaches for the Stars: ISRO & DRDO Create Space-Friendly Indian Food for Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla


In a landmark achievement blending science and tradition, ISRO and DRDO have developed space-compatible Indian food after years of research. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will take iconic Indian dishes—moong dal halwa, gajar ka halwa, and aam ras—to the International Space Station, showcasing India’s culinary heritage in orbit.