ISRO has successfully completed the first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01), a crucial test that demonstrates the parachute-based deceleration system that will safely bring Indian astronauts back to Earth.

India’s space dream soars: ISRO’s air drop test success marks Gaganyaan milestone

India’s space ambitions reach new heights! ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan has confirmed that the first test flight of Gaganyaan, India’s maiden human spaceflight mission, is set for December 2025.

This uncrewed mission (G1) will carry Vyommitra, a half-humanoid robot, to simulate human presence and prepare for crewed spaceflight. With 80% of testing already completed (7,700 tests), ISRO plans to finish the remaining 2,300 tests by March 2026.

ISRO’s big step toward space: Gaganyaan test flight countdown begins

ISRO’s Gaganyaan to launch first test flight in December | India’s first human space mission update

With this mission, India has entered the world of commercial space travel, opening up opportunities for future research and businesses in low Earth orbit.

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Shukla will carry the unique call sign ‘Shukx’, pronounced “Shux”, during his mission. More than a technical identifier, the name reflects the camaraderie he shares with his international teammates.

'Shukx': Axiom-4 mission assigns call sign for Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla ahead of ISS visit

Group Captain, India's Shubhanshu Shukla, part of the Ax-4 crew, will conduct seven scientific experiments developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation during his 14-day stay aboard the International Space Station. 

Axiom-4 Mission: ISRO's Shubhanshu Shukla to conduct 7 microgravity experiments in space

India News: Axiom-4 will carry a crew of four astronauts to the International Space Station, where they would stay for two weeks and perform 60 experiments. The astronauts would be flying on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule.

Indian astronaut Gp Capt Shukla to fly to space on 29th May

The Indian Space Research Organisation is gearing up for an action-packed 2025, with a series of landmark missions lined up. Fresh off its 100th launch, ISRO has set its sights on even more ambitious goals. They range from the uncrewed Gaganyaan mission to cutting-edge advancements in space docking and rocket technology.

ISRO Chief Speaks To WION, Shares 2025 Plans

India will launch the Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2027, with plans to collect samples of moon rocks and bring them back to Earth, announced Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh. 

Countdown begins! ISRO to launch Chandrayaan-4 in 2027, Samudrayaan and Gaganyaan in 2026

Presently, the rocket is being assembled at the Indian Spaceport in Sriharikota, in preparation for a maiden mission where the rocket will be carrying a humanoid robot 'Vyommitra' to space, instead of astronauts. 



ISRO starts assembling astronaut-carrying rocket 'HLVM3'

Australia has expressed admiration for ISRO's Gaganyaan mission and announced its commitment to support the recovery efforts for India's Gaganyaan capsule. This collaboration highlights the growing international partnerships in space exploration, as Australia seeks to contribute to India's ambitious human spaceflight program. The support underscores a shared interest in advancing space technology and enhancing capabilities in the field.

Australia 'Inspired' By ISRO's Gaganyaan, To Support Recovery Of India's Gaganyaan Capsule

Exclusive: Indian astronauts' US training to go on for three months

Indian astronauts Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Prashant Nair chosen to train at NASA 

Exclusive: Indian astronauts' US training from August; spaceflight by year-end

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Russian Deputy Envoy Roman Babushkin calls India a space superpower, indicates support for Gaganyaan

ISRO finalises 48 backup sites for safe landing of Gaganyaan astronauts: Report

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Malayalam actress Lena recently revealed that she is married to Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair who was named as one of the astronauts in the first manned Indian space mission Gaganyaan. Lena revealed that she married the Air Force officer on January 17, this year in a traditional ceremony.

Malayalam actor Lena makes surprising revelation

Malayalam actor Lena reveals she is married to Gaganyaan astronaut Captain Prashanth Nair

Malayalam actress Lena reveals she's married to Gaganyaan astronaut Prasanth Nair

PM Modi has announced the names of the 4 astronauts selected for the highly-anticipated Gaganyaan mission which is India's first manned space mission. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas | The 4 astronauts selected for India's Gaganyaan mission

Gaganyaan: Four astronauts named for India's first manned space mission

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