Rakesh Sharma made history as India’s first astronaut in space. Now, Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian to reach the ISS on Axiom Mission 4, marking a new era in India’s space journey. He will conduct experiments and represent India in global space research.

Rakesh Sharma made history as India’s first astronaut in space. Now, Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian to reach the ISS on Axiom Mission 4, marking a new era in India’s space journey. He will conduct experiments and represent India in global space research.

41 years after Rakesh Sharma, Shubhanshu Shukla to make history with Axiom Mission 4

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to pilot Axiom Mission 4, flies the SpaceX Crew Dragon to the ISS. He’ll conduct experiments, support international research, and engage with Indian students, inspiring future space enthusiasts.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to pilot Axiom Mission 4, flies the SpaceX Crew Dragon to the ISS. He’ll conduct experiments, support international research, and engage with Indian students, inspiring future space enthusiasts.

What Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will do aboard the ISS

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Indian Air Force pilot and Gaganyaan astronaut, becomes the first indian to fly to the ISS via Axim Mission 4. From Lucknow to space, his journey inspires young India and marks a milestone in India’s space journey.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Indian Air Force pilot and Gaganyaan astronaut, becomes the first indian to fly to the ISS via Axom Mission 4. From Lucknow to space, his journey inspires young India and marks a milestone in India’s space journey.

India’s space hero: How Shubhanshu Shukla went from flying Sukhoi-30 to SpaceX’s Dragon?

Axiom Mission 4 takes four astronauts, including ISRO’s group captain Shubhanshu Shukla, to the ISS to conduct 60 global experiments. Shukla will lead India’s space research, connect with students, and carry cultural items and food to space on this 14-day mission.

Axiom Mission 4 takes four astronauts, including ISRO’s group captain Shubhanshu Shukla, to the ISS to conduct 60 global experiments. Shukla will lead India’s space research, connect with students, and carry cultural items and food to space on this 14-day mission.

Axiom Mission 4: Shubhanshu Shukla to take indian food, cultural items, and a toy swan to space

The mission was initially scheduled to launch on May 29, 2025, marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 41 years. The first Indian to travel to space was Rakesh Sharma in 1984. 

The mission was initially scheduled to launch on May 29, 2025, marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 41 years. The first Indian to travel to space was Rakesh Sharma in 1984.&nbsp;

Launch, postpone, repeat: All about Shubhanshu Shukla’s bumpy road to the ISS

The Axiom-4 mission that was set to carry Shubhanshu Shukla along with three other astronauts to the International Space Station on June 22, has been postponed once again, the official handle of ISS announced on X. This is not the first time that the space mission has been postponed. The space agencies have delayed the launch of Axiom-4 multiple times.&nbsp;Axiom Space earlier announced that the launch will take place at 3:42 am EDT on Sunday (Jun 22). However, due to various dynamic technical factors, the exact launch time could be slightly adjusted at the final moment. Monday (Jun 23) was set as a backup launch date in case the liftoff did not happen on sunday. But in the recent announcement, the space agency said that they will target a new launch date in the coming days.&nbsp;“NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX continue reviewing launch opportunities for Axiom Mission 4. NASA is standing down from a launch on Sunday, June 22, and will target a new launch date in the coming days,” ISS wrote on X.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/NASA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NASA</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Axiom_Space?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Axiom_Space</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SpaceX</a> continue reviewing launch opportunities for Axiom Mission 4. NASA is standing down from a launch on Sunday, June 22, and will target a new launch date in the coming days. <a href="https://t.co/GKAvaAd4UH">https://t.co/GKAvaAd4UH</a>&mdash; International Space Station (@Space_Station) <a href="https://twitter.com/Space_Station/status/1935832005910135011?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;The space mission will liftoff on SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from NASA's Kennedy Space Centre in FLorida and carry the Crew Dragon capsule to the ISS. It includes four astronauts, including India's Shubhanshu Shukla for a two-weeks-long mission.&nbsp;In a statement on their official website, Axiom Space said, “The space agency needs additional time to continue evaluating International Space Station operations after recent repair work in the aft (back) most segment of the orbital laboratory’s Zvezda service module. Because of the space station’s interconnected and interdependent systems, NASA wants to ensure the station is ready for additional crew members, and the agency is taking the time necessary to review data.”&nbsp;“The crew remains in quarantine in Florida, and the astronauts stand ready to launch when the station is ready to receive them,” it added. It further said, “SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft remain healthy on the launch pad at Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.”&nbsp;This is the seventh time that the original launch date has been pushed. Originally targeted for May 29 launch, it was pushed to June 8, June 9, June 10, June 11, June 19, and then June 22.&nbsp;“NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX now are targeting no earlier than Sunday, June 22, for the launch of the fourth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, Axiom Mission 4,” the space station's handle earlier said on X.

This is not the first time that the space mission has been postponed. The space agencies have delayed the launch of Axiom-4 multiple times.

The Axiom-4 mission that was set to carry Shubhanshu Shukla along with three other astronauts to the International Space Station on June 22, has been postponed once again, the official handle of ISS announced on X. This is not the first time that the space mission has been postponed. The space agencies have delayed the launch of Axiom-4 multiple times. Axiom Space earlier announced that the launch will take place at 3:42 am EDT on Sunday (Jun 22). However, due to various dynamic technical factors, the exact launch time could be slightly adjusted at the final moment. Monday (Jun 23) was set as a backup launch date in case the liftoff did not happen on sunday. But in the recent announcement, the space agency said that they will target a new launch date in the coming days. “NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX continue reviewing launch opportunities for Axiom Mission 4. NASA is standing down from a launch on Sunday, June 22, and will target a new launch date in the coming days,” ISS wrote on X.

This is not the first time that the space mission has been postponed. The space agencies have delayed the launch of Axiom-4 multiple times.

Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission to ISS delayed once again

Axiom-4 mission postponed again due to Falcon 9 fuel leak, launch halted after liquid oxygen leak during Falcon 9 testThe launch of the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has been postponed again, after a liquid oxygen (LOX) leak was discovered in the propulsion bay of the Falcon 9 rocket during pre-launch testing. The mission was scheduled to lift off on 11 June 2025 at 5:30 PM IST.&nbsp;SpaceX shared the update on X, saying, “Standing down from tomorrow’s Falcon 9 launch of Ax-4 to the ISS to allow additional time for SpaceX teams to repair the LOX leak identified during post-static fire booster inspections.”&nbsp;The team will now carry out repairs and run validation tests before announcing a new launch date.<h2>ISRO confirms delay, repair work underway</h2>ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan also confirmed the delay on X, explaining that a seven-second hot test was conducted on the launch pad as part of regular preparations. During this test, engineers identified the leak.&nbsp;He added that ISRO, Axiom Space, and SpaceX experts jointly decided to correct the issue and validate the system before moving forward with launch approval.&nbsp;The Ax-4 mission has already faced several delays, having been pushed from May 29 to June 8, then June 10, and most recently to June 11. and then now.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Postponement of Axiom 04 mission slated for launch on 11th June 2025 for sending first Indian Gaganyatri to ISS. As part of launch vehicle preparation to validate the performance of booster stage of Falcon 9 launch vehicle, seven second of hot test was carried out on the launch…&mdash; ISRO (@isro) <a href="https://twitter.com/isro/status/1932605652360442184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Shukla’s historic spaceflight postponed</h2>The mission is especially important for India, as it will carry Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the ISS and the second Indian astronaut in space after Rakesh Sharma in 1984.&nbsp;Shukla will serve as the pilot of the Ax-4 mission. Peggy Whitson from the United States will command the crew, with Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski (Poland) and Tibor Kapu (Hungary) joining as mission specialists.<h2>Science experiments on food, nutrition, and algae in space</h2>Once aboard the ISS, Shukla will conduct experiments on food and nutrition in space, in a collaboration between ISRO, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), and NASA.&nbsp;The research will focus on the growth and behaviour of edible microalgae in microgravity and space radiation. The goal is to develop self-sustaining life support systems for long-duration space missions.

Axiom 4 launch to ISS delayed again due to Falcon 9's liquid oxygen leak found during pre launch tests. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's historic spaceflight postponed. repairs underway; New launch date still awaited.

Axiom-4 mission postponed again due to Falcon 9 fuel leak, launch halted after liquid oxygen leak during Falcon 9 test The launch of the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has been postponed again, after a liquid oxygen (LOX) leak was discovered in the propulsion bay of the Falcon 9 rocket during pre-launch testing. The mission was scheduled to lift off on 11 June 2025 at 5:30 PM IST. SpaceX shared the update on X, saying, “Standing down from tomorrow’s Falcon 9 launch of Ax-4 to the ISS to allow additional time for SpaceX teams to repair the LOX leak identified during post-static fire booster inspections.” The team will now carry out repairs and run validation tests before announcing a new launch date. ISRO confirms delay, repair work underway ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan also confirmed the delay on X, explaining that a seven-second hot test was conducted on the launch pad as part of regular preparations. During this test, engineers identified the leak. He added that ISRO, Axiom Space, and SpaceX experts jointly decided to correct the issue and validate the system before moving forward with launch approval. The Ax-4 mission has already faced several delays, having been pushed from May 29 to June 8, then June 10, and most recently to June 11. and then now.

Axiom-4 launch to ISS delayed again due to Falcon 9's liquid oxygen leak found during pre-launch tests. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's historic spaceflight postponed. repairs underway; New launch date still awaited.

Another Axiom-4 mission delay: What caused SpaceX Falcon 9’s oxygen leak before Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic spaceflight?

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla may become the first and possibly last indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station as part of Axiom Mission 4, with the ISS set to retire by 2030. India now looks ahead to future missions beyond the ISS era.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla may become the first and possibly last indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station as part of Axiom Mission 4, with the ISS set to retire by 2030. India now looks ahead to future missions beyond the ISS era.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Why Indian Air Force pilot could be the first and last Indian to visit the ISS

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a trained indian Air Force pilot, will launch to the ISS on 11 June 2025. His journey highlights why fighter pilots make great astronauts thanks to their quick thinking, physical strength, and teamwork. India opens a new space chapter.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a trained indian Air Force pilot, will launch to the ISS on 11 June 2025. His journey highlights why fighter pilots make great astronauts thanks to their quick thinking, physical strength, and teamwork. India opens a new space chapter.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Axiom Mission 4 training shows why Air Force pilots excel in space missions

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will carry moong dal halwa, gajar ka halwa, and aam ras to the ISS on Axiom Mission 4. Developed by ISRO and DRDO, these space-safe indian meals mark a major milestone in India’s space and food technology journey.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will carry moong dal halwa, gajar ka halwa, and aam ras to the ISS on Axiom Mission 4. Developed by ISRO and DRDO, these space-safe indian meals mark a major milestone in India’s space and food technology journey.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Indian astronaut to carry ISRO and DRDO prepared moong dal halwa and aam ras on Axiom Mission 4

Indian Air Force sends wishes to Shubhanshu Shukla ahead of Axiom-4 mission IAF calls it a new chapter in India’s space journey.&nbsp;As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to go to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has extended its support and best wishes. The IAF called his participation a proud moment that adds a “new chapter to the Indian space odyssey”.&nbsp;The mission, operated by Axiom Space in collaboration with SpaceX, is scheduled to launch on 11 June 2025 at 5:30 PM IST from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The launch was initially planned for 10 June but had to be postponed due to bad weather in the ascent corridor.&nbsp;In a post on X, the IAF stated:“As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to embark on Axiom-4 space mission tomorrow, the Chief of the Air Staff and all Air Warriors of IAF wish him and the entire crew of Axiom-4 all the best for a safe and successful trip to the International Space Station.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">As Group Captain Shubahanshu Shukla prepares to embark on Axiom-4 space mission tomorrow, Chief of the Air Staff and all Air Warriors of IAF wish him and the entire crew of Axiom-4 all the best for a safe and successful trip to the International Space Station. This will add a new… <a href="https://t.co/t91lFn6gz5">pic.twitter.com/t91lFn6gz5</a>&mdash; Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) <a href="https://twitter.com/IAF_MCC/status/1932256145248309481?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>All systems are in place for June 11 liftoff</h2>The Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon spacecraft, which will carry the four-member crew, have reached Launch Complex 39A. On Sunday, SpaceX confirmed it had successfully completed the static fire test for the rocket. Engineers are now reviewing data and monitoring weather conditions before the final launch decision.The Ax-4 crew includes veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson (USA), Sławosz Uznański (Poland), Tibor Kapu (Hungary), and Shubhanshu Shukla (India). All four crew members and SpaceX teams have completed a full dress rehearsal for launch operations.&nbsp;<h2>ISRO sends a team to support India’s Gaganyatri</h2>ISRO Chairman V Narayanan, who is already in the United States, confirmed the launch delay and said a team from India’s Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) is present. This team includes flight surgeons working under the Gaganyaan programme, highlighting the importance of this collaboration for India’s future in space.&nbsp;Both ISRO and Axiom Space confirmed the delay is due to bad weather, and all systems remain ready for liftoff on June 11.

Indian Air Force wishes Shubhanshu Shukla ahead of his Axim 4 mission to ISS. The launch, now set for June 11, includes a global crew. ISRO also supports the mission, marking a key step in India’s space journey.

Indian Air Force sends wishes to Shubhanshu Shukla ahead of Axiom-4 mission IAF calls it a new chapter in India’s space journey. As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to go to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has extended its support and best wishes. The IAF called his participation a proud moment that adds a “new chapter to the Indian space odyssey”. The mission, operated by Axiom Space in collaboration with SpaceX, is scheduled to launch on 11 June 2025 at 5:30 PM IST from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The launch was initially planned for 10 June but had to be postponed due to bad weather in the ascent corridor. In a post on X, the IAF stated: “As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to embark on Axiom-4 space mission tomorrow, the Chief of the Air Staff and all Air Warriors of IAF wish him and the entire crew of Axiom-4 all the best for a safe and successful trip to the International Space Station.”

Indian Air Force wishes Shubhanshu Shukla ahead of his Axim-4 mission to ISS. The launch, now set for June 11, includes a global crew. ISRO also supports the mission, marking a key step in India’s space journey.

Indian Air Force wishes Shubhanshu Shukla as Axim-4 mission launch is set for June 11

Indian pilot and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission carries a hefty price tag. According to a report by Business Insider, the country paid space company Axiom a whopping $70 million for a seat to the International Space Station. That is nearly Rs 599 crore. The Ax-4 mission has been delayed due to bad weather and will now be launched on June 11 at 5:30 pm IST.The report states that the private astronaut seat on the mission has a price. The other three individuals who earlier paid Axiom for their previous missions are Larry Connor, a real estate investor; Mark Pathy, a Canadian investor; and Eytan Stibbe, a former Israeli fighter pilot. However, Shubhanshu did not pay from his pocket, and his trip has been financed by ISRO.Others joining Shukla on the trip are Peggy Whitson, a former NASA astronaut, &nbsp;mission specialist Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski of Poland, and mission specialist Tibor Kapu of Hungary.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/isro-s-shubhanshu-shukla-ax-4-launch-delayed-to-wednesday-due-to-bad-weather-in-florida-1749481448874">SpaceX delays Axiom-4 carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to June 11: Here's why</a>&nbsp;<h2>Axiom ticket cost for space mission&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The cost of $70 million per seat on an Axiom mission is far more than what other space agencies, such as Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic, charge. A person taking a trip to space with Blue Origin needs to pay $150,000 as a refundable deposit. A ticket was auctioned off for $28 million. Meanwhile, Virgin Galactic tickets haven't been put on sale yet, but were earlier priced at $600,000.The stark difference in cost is primarily because of the duration of the journey and the destination. While Blue Origin's recent trip lasted only 11 minutes, those on Axiom-4 will actually go to the International Space Station and spend two weeks there.&nbsp;<h2>Axiom ticket price covers a year-long experience</h2>&nbsp;CEO Tejpaul Bhatia told Business Insider that the cost is not only for a seat, but includes a yearlong program to become a trained astronaut. Axiom Space's private astronauts are trained as per NASA standards, however, not as rigorously as NASA astronauts. The rockets are not manufactured by Axiom Space, but it enters into contracts with companies like SpaceX.Shukla's trip marks India's return to space in 41 years. Rakesh Sharma was the last Indian to fly to space aboard a Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984 as part of the Soviet Interkosmos programme.Bhatia said that the private astronaut seat is open to countries, space agencies, researchers, organisations, and individuals.&nbsp;

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla seat on the Axiom 4 space mission cost India a large amount of money. Here is how much the country paid to get an Indian back to space.

Indian pilot and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission carries a hefty price tag. According to a report by Business Insider, the country paid space company Axiom a whopping $70 million for a seat to the International Space Station. That is nearly Rs 599 crore. The Ax-4 mission has been delayed due to bad weather and will now be launched on June 11 at 5:30 pm IST. The report states that the private astronaut seat on the mission has a price. The other three individuals who earlier paid Axiom for their previous missions are Larry Connor, a real estate investor; Mark Pathy, a Canadian investor; and Eytan Stibbe, a former Israeli fighter pilot. However, Shubhanshu did not pay from his pocket, and his trip has been financed by ISRO. Others joining Shukla on the trip are Peggy Whitson, a former NASA astronaut, mission specialist Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski of Poland, and mission specialist Tibor Kapu of Hungary. Also Read: SpaceX delays Axiom-4 carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to June 11: Here's why Axiom ticket cost for space mission The cost of $70 million per seat on an Axiom mission is far more than what other space agencies, such as Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic, charge. A person taking a trip to space with Blue Origin needs to pay $150,000 as a refundable deposit. A ticket was auctioned off for $28 million. Meanwhile, Virgin Galactic tickets haven't been put on sale yet, but were earlier priced at $600,000. The stark difference in cost is primarily because of the duration of the journey and the destination. While Blue Origin's recent trip lasted only 11 minutes, those on Axiom-4 will actually go to the International Space Station and spend two weeks there. Axiom ticket price covers a year-long experience CEO Tejpaul Bhatia told Business Insider that the cost is not only for a seat, but includes a yearlong program to become a trained astronaut. Axiom Space's private astronauts are trained as per NASA standards, however, not as rigorously as NASA astronauts. The rockets are not manufactured by Axiom Space, but it enters into contracts with companies like SpaceX. Shukla's trip marks India's return to space in 41 years. Rakesh Sharma was the last Indian to fly to space aboard a Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984 as part of the Soviet Interkosmos programme. Bhatia said that the private astronaut seat is open to countries, space agencies, researchers, organisations, and individuals.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's seat on the Axiom-4 space mission cost India a large amount of money. Here is how much the country paid to get an Indian back to space.

India paid millions of dollars to get Shubhanshu Shukla a seat on Axiom-4 space mission. A whopping...

Axiom-4 mission to ISS launches 11 June with astronauts from India, USA, Poland, and Hungary. Led by veteran Peggy Whitson, the crew includes India’s Shubhanshu Shukla as pilot. The team will conduct science experiments during their 2 weeks in space.

Axiom-4 mission to ISS launches 11 June with astronauts from India, USA, Poland, and Hungary. Led by veteran Peggy Whitson, the crew includes India’s Shubhanshu Shukla as pilot. The team will conduct science experiments during their 2 weeks in space.

Who’s who on Axiom-4 mission: Meet the crew launching on 11 June

Originally scheduled for June 10, 2025, the launch will now take place on June 11 at 5:30 PM IST, due to unfavorable weather conditions at the launch site in Florida. The launch of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), which marks a historic moment for India, has been postponed by a day. According to a post by ISRO and SpaceX via a post on X. The mission will launch from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, with a backup opportunity available on 12 June at 7:37 AM ET. A live webcast will begin approximately two hours before liftoff.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Now targeting no earlier than Wednesday, June 11 for Falcon 9 to launch <a href="https://twitter.com/Axiom_Space?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Axiom_Space</a>&#39;s Ax-4 mission to the <a href="https://twitter.com/Space_Station?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Space_Station</a> due to high winds in the ascent corridor → <a href="https://t.co/LU1wyD8uZ0">https://t.co/LU1wyD8uZ0</a> <a href="https://t.co/7jygzWEUwD">pic.twitter.com/7jygzWEUwD</a>&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1932093079982649647?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Tropical storm activity behind the launch delay</h2> The delay is due to tropical weather disturbances in the Pacific. According to the National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Barbara is forecast to become the first hurricane of the 2025 season, while Tropical Storm Cosme is also expected to reach near-hurricane strength before weakening. These storms are developing west of Mexico, creating a potential risk for launch conditions along the Falcon 9 rocket’s ascent corridor.&nbsp;Meanwhile, two tropical waves are being tracked in the Atlantic, and a large dust plume from Africa is projected to reach Florida by 13 June, adding further unpredictability.&nbsp;<h2> Axiom Mission 4 Overview</h2>Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) is the fourth private astronaut mission organised by Axiom Space to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission includes astronauts from India, the United States, Hungary, and Poland.&nbsp;From India, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, an officer from the Indian Air Force, is flying as the pilot of the mission. His participation marks India’s return to human spaceflight after more than 40 years, since Rakesh Sharma’s space journey in 1984. ISRO has supported and recognised the mission as an important step in international collaboration.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Launch of Axiom-4 mission to International Space Station: Due to weather conditions, the launch of Axiom-4 mission for sending Indian Gaganyatri to International Space Station is postponed from 10th June 2025 to 11th June 2025. The targeted time of launch is 5:30 PM IST on 11th…&mdash; ISRO (@isro) <a href="https://twitter.com/isro/status/1932085212370075943?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Axiom Mission 4 crew to spend 14 days on ISS&nbsp;</h2>The Ax-4 crew will spend about 14 days aboard the ISS. During their stay, they will carry out more than 60 scientific experiments. These studies will focus on human health, material science, biological research, and Earth observation. The experiments aim to benefit people on Earth and improve future space missions.&nbsp;The mission also shows how governments and private companies can work together in space. Scientists and organisations from 31 countries are part of this mission through different experiments and research activities.&nbsp;Axiom Space is using missions like Ax-4 to prepare for building the first commercial space station, which is planned to launch in the next few years. The company believes that such missions help test technology, train astronauts, and build partnerships for long-term space exploration.&nbsp;For India, Ax-4 is also seen as a stepping stone towards the country’s own Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme, which aims to send Indian astronauts to space on an Indian rocket in the near future.&nbsp;(This is a developing story, stay tuned for more updates)

Axiom-4 mission to the ISS is delayed to 11 June 2025 due to weather. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to pilot the historic flight. Launch set for 5:30 PM IST from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. 

Originally scheduled for June 10, 2025, the launch will now take place on June 11 at 5:30 PM IST, due to unfavorable weather conditions at the launch site in Florida. The launch of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), which marks a historic moment for India, has been postponed by a day. According to a post by ISRO and SpaceX via a post on X. The mission will launch from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, with a backup opportunity available on 12 June at 7:37 AM ET. A live webcast will begin approximately two hours before liftoff.

Axiom-4 mission to the ISS is delayed to 11 June 2025 due to weather. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to pilot the historic flight. Launch set for 5:30 PM IST from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.&nbsp;

SpaceX delays Axiom-4 carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to June 11: Here's why

ISRO Shubhanshu Shukla will pilot SpaceX Crew Dragon on the 14 day Axiom 4 mission to the ISS. He’ll support the crew, lead indian science experiments, and engage with students, marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 41 years.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla will pilot SpaceX’s Crew Dragon on the 14-day Ax-4 mission to the ISS. He’ll support the crew, lead indian science experiments, and engage with students, marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 41 years.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Roles and responsibilities of Indian astronaut on Axiom Mission 4

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla will spend 14 days aboard the ISS during the Ax-4 mission, conducting over 60 experiments. The mission supports astronaut training and crew health studies and prepares india for future space programs and longer spaceflights.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla will spend 14 days aboard the ISS during the Ax-4 mission, conducting over 60 experiments. The mission supports astronaut training and crew health studies and prepares India for future space programs and longer spaceflights.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: 14-day Ax-4 mission to conduct around 60 scientific experiments from 31 countries

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla joins Axiom Mission 4, marking India’s entry into a new era of space travel. Unlike traditional NASA missions, Ax-4 features international crews, private-public partnerships, faster training, and a focus on science, business, and space access for all.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla joins Axiom Mission 4, marking India’s entry into a new era of space travel. Unlike traditional NASA missions, Ax-4 features international crews, private-public partnerships, faster training, and a focus on science, business, and space access for all.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Axiom Mission 4 marks a new era in global space exploration

Watch ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla launch on SpaceX’s Ax-4 mission live on June 10 via NASA+, SpaceX, Axiom Space YouTube, and indian news channels. Coverage starts around 4:55 pm IST as India returns to human spaceflight after 40 years.

Watch ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla launch on SpaceX’s Ax-4 mission live on June 10 via NASA+, SpaceX, Axiom Space YouTube, and indian news channels. Coverage starts around 4:55 pm IST as India returns to human spaceflight after 40 years.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Where to watch SpaceX Ax-4 mission launch live in India

‘We pray for his safe return’: Shubhanshu Shukla’s parents ahead of Ax-4 launchIndia’s return to human spaceflight after 40 yearsGroup Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is preparing to launch into space as part of Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission, scheduled for 10 June at 8:22 am ET. In India, it will be 5:52 pm IST. The launch will take place from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket.&nbsp;This mission marks India’s return to human spaceflight after 40 years, since Rakesh Sharma’s journey in 1984. Along with Shukla, astronauts from Poland and Hungary will also join the mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This will be the first time that any of these countries will send a government-backed astronaut to the ISS.&nbsp;According to reports from Axiom Space, the Ax-4 mission reflects growing international cooperation in low-Earth orbit and aims to promote global partnerships in space exploration. Both ISRO and the ISS have acknowledged the mission on their official platforms. SpaceX confirmed that launch day rehearsals have been successfully completed.<h2>Proud parents speak from Lucknow’s Triveni Nagar</h2>As the launch date approaches, emotions are high in Triveni Nagar, Lucknow, where Shukla’s family lives. In a report by ANI, his mother, Asha Shukla, said, “We are proud of him and pray for his safe return.” She added that he has always made the family proud, and they are hopeful for a successful mission.&nbsp;His father, Shambhu Dayal Shukla, echoed this pride, saying the entire neighbourhood and city are following the mission closely. “The nation is watching. Posters of him are everywhere,” he said. He also recalled a recent proud moment when the family attended a felicitation ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Thiruvananthapuram.<h2>Neighbours call Shukla a role model</h2>Shukla’s neighbours and community members see him as a local hero. Several locals told ANI that his achievement had brought recognition and honour to their area. Some residents called it the proudest moment for Triveni Nagar, saying it had inspired local children to dream big and aim for careers in science and space.&nbsp;The Ax-4 mission is expected to spend around 14 days aboard the ISS, during which the astronauts will carry out scientific, commercial, and educational activities.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to launch on the Ax-4 mission with SpaceX on June 10, marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 40 years. His family in Lucknow proudly awaits his journey to the ISS.

‘We pray for his safe return’: Shubhanshu Shukla’s parents ahead of Ax-4 launch India’s return to human spaceflight after 40 years Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is preparing to launch into space as part of Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission, scheduled for 10 June at 8:22 am ET. In India, it will be 5:52 pm IST. The launch will take place from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. This mission marks India’s return to human spaceflight after 40 years, since Rakesh Sharma’s journey in 1984. Along with Shukla, astronauts from Poland and Hungary will also join the mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This will be the first time that any of these countries will send a government-backed astronaut to the ISS. According to reports from Axiom Space, the Ax-4 mission reflects growing international cooperation in low-Earth orbit and aims to promote global partnerships in space exploration. Both ISRO and the ISS have acknowledged the mission on their official platforms. SpaceX confirmed that launch day rehearsals have been successfully completed. Proud parents speak from Lucknow’s Triveni Nagar As the launch date approaches, emotions are high in Triveni Nagar, Lucknow, where Shukla’s family lives. In a report by ANI, his mother, Asha Shukla, said, “We are proud of him and pray for his safe return.” She added that he has always made the family proud, and they are hopeful for a successful mission. His father, Shambhu Dayal Shukla, echoed this pride, saying the entire neighbourhood and city are following the mission closely. “The nation is watching. Posters of him are everywhere,” he said. He also recalled a recent proud moment when the family attended a felicitation ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Thiruvananthapuram. Neighbours call Shukla a role model Shukla’s neighbours and community members see him as a local hero. Several locals told ANI that his achievement had brought recognition and honour to their area. Some residents called it the proudest moment for Triveni Nagar, saying it had inspired local children to dream big and aim for careers in science and space. The Ax-4 mission is expected to spend around 14 days aboard the ISS, during which the astronauts will carry out scientific, commercial, and educational activities.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to launch on the Ax-4 mission with SpaceX on June 10, marking India’s return to human spaceflight after 40 years. His family in Lucknow proudly awaits his journey to the ISS.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: Family in Lucknow proud and emotional ahead of June 10 SpaceX Ax-4 launch

IAf Pilot Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla brings jet flying experience to the SpaceX Ax-4 mission. His skills in precision, teamwork, and control help safely guide the Dragon spacecraft to the ISS, showing how Air Force training supports space success.

IAf Pilot Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla brings jet flying experience to the SpaceX Ax-4 mission. His skills in precision, teamwork, and control help safely guide the Dragon spacecraft to the ISS, showing how Air Force training supports space success.

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Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma (Retd), India’s first astronaut to travel to space, has expressed his full support for the Gaganyaan mission and said that, given the chance, he would have loved to fly into space again.&nbsp;Sharma—who flew aboard the Soviet Soyuz T-11 in 1984—was asked if he would join India’s maiden manned space mission. He said, “Of course, absolutely. I'm a test pilot. I think I was born a bit too early. It's not going to happen in my time frame. But yes, I would have, " he was quoted saying to NDTV.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Gaganyaan mission, scheduled for launch between 2025 and 2026, is a landmark initiative under ISRO's human spaceflight project. It aims to send a three-member Indian crew into low-Earth orbit for up to three days aboard the GSLV Mk III, now known as the Human Rated Launch Vehicle Mark-3, from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;Sharma also shared his excitement over Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s upcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station, calling it “a sneak peek” at what India’s own Bharatiya Antariksh Station might look like in the future.&nbsp;"It will give us a flavour of flying a private resource which can take us to space. So it's going to be very interesting at many levels," Sharma said.&nbsp;"He's going to get a chance to do some experiments and also to live in the space station. It's a longish flight, 14 days I think. And so he's going to get a sense and I think those inputs which he observes in the International Space Station can be used for our own Bharatiya Antariksh Station," Sharma further added.&nbsp;Sending his best wishes to Group Captain Shukla, the retired Wing Commander reflected on the transformative nature of space travel.&nbsp;"Well, I tell Shubhanshu all the very best, happy landings and look forward to whatever you're going to see. You come back a changed person is what I'm going to tell him... I would say over the years, maybe not instantly, but over the years when you go over that experience, it brings in new insights as to what's happening to planet Earth. It gives you a sense of where you should be going, where space exploration should be going. So that it does change you," Wing Commander Sharma said.

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Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma (Retd), India’s first astronaut to travel to space, has expressed his full support for the Gaganyaan mission and said that, given the chance, he would have loved to fly into space again. Sharma—who flew aboard the Soviet Soyuz T-11 in 1984—was asked if he would join India’s maiden manned space mission. He said, “Of course, absolutely. I'm a test pilot. I think I was born a bit too early. It's not going to happen in my time frame. But yes, I would have, " he was quoted saying to NDTV. The Gaganyaan mission, scheduled for launch between 2025 and 2026, is a landmark initiative under ISRO's human spaceflight project. It aims to send a three-member Indian crew into low-Earth orbit for up to three days aboard the GSLV Mk III, now known as the Human Rated Launch Vehicle Mark-3, from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. Sharma also shared his excitement over Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s upcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station, calling it “a sneak peek” at what India’s own Bharatiya Antariksh Station might look like in the future. "It will give us a flavour of flying a private resource which can take us to space. So it's going to be very interesting at many levels," Sharma said. "He's going to get a chance to do some experiments and also to live in the space station. It's a longish flight, 14 days I think. And so he's going to get a sense and I think those inputs which he observes in the International Space Station can be used for our own Bharatiya Antariksh Station," Sharma further added. Sending his best wishes to Group Captain Shukla, the retired Wing Commander reflected on the transformative nature of space travel. "Well, I tell Shubhanshu all the very best, happy landings and look forward to whatever you're going to see. You come back a changed person is what I'm going to tell him... I would say over the years, maybe not instantly, but over the years when you go over that experience, it brings in new insights as to what's happening to planet Earth. It gives you a sense of where you should be going, where space exploration should be going. So that it does change you," Wing Commander Sharma said.

Retired Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma also sent a message for Shubhanshu Shukla, telling from his experience as the first Indian to go to space

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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to perform 7 experiments on the ISS. If successful, they could boost space farming, health, tech, and India’s missions while also inspiring young scientists and changing life in space and on Earth.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to perform 7 experiments on the ISS. If successful, they could boost space farming, health, tech, and India’s missions while also inspiring young scientists and changing life in space and on Earth.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla: How the Indian astronaut’s space experiments could change life in space, on Mars, and in a multiplanetary future

First image of the Dragon spacecraft carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla released. Dragon spacecraft to carry astronauts from four countriesThe first photo of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, which will carry Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to space, has been released. The spacecraft will transport four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission, a private spaceflight operated by Axiom Space.&nbsp;This mission marks a major moment for India, coming nearly 40 years after Rakesh Sharma’s space journey on the Soviet Soyuz spacecraft in 1984. Group Captain Shukla is the designated pilot of the mission. The other three astronauts are from the United States, Poland, and Hungary.<h2>SpaceX Dragon</h2>This spacecraft, built by SpaceX, has reached its hangar at Launch Pad 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida and is preparing for launch. SpaceX posted an image of the vehicle on X, confirming that the Falcon 9 rocket will carry the Dragon spacecraft on its mission.<h2>Launch delayed by two days&nbsp;</h2>Earlier, the mission was set to lift off on 8 June 2025 at 6.41 pm IST, but it has now been rescheduled for 10 June. Though no official reason has been shared for the delay, sources have suggested it was to allow time for weather-related adjustments. &nbsp;The launch will take place from Launch Complex 39A, a historic pad used for earlier missions, including Apollo and Space Shuttle flights. The Falcon 9 rocket will launch the Dragon capsule into low Earth orbit, where it will dock with the ISS.<h2>Astronauts to stay 14 days on the ISS</h2>Shubhanshu Shukla will be joined by Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland, Tibor Kapu from Hungary, and Peggy Whitson, a former NASA astronaut who will lead the mission as commander.&nbsp;The astronauts will spend up to 14 days aboard the ISS, conducting scientific experiments, educational activities, and commercial tasks. Their journey is expected to strengthen international cooperation in space and support India’s space ambitions, especially the upcoming Gaganyaan mission.&nbsp;The Ax-4 mission represents a major leap for private space travel and marks India’s growing presence in international space partnerships.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Dragon arrives at the hangar at pad 39A in Florida ahead of its first flight. Falcon 9 is targeted to launch Dragon and <a href="https://twitter.com/Axiom_Space?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Axiom_Space</a>’s Ax-4 crew to the <a href="https://twitter.com/Space_Station?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Space_Station</a> next Tuesday, June 10 <a href="https://t.co/grW77raeD0">pic.twitter.com/grW77raeD0</a>&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1930680230198288599?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The first image of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on the Ax-4 mission has been released. Launching on 10 June 2025, the mission will take astronauts from four countries to the ISS for 14 days of research and global collaboration.

First image of the Dragon spacecraft carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla released. Dragon spacecraft to carry astronauts from four countries The first photo of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, which will carry Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to space, has been released. The spacecraft will transport four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission, a private spaceflight operated by Axiom Space. This mission marks a major moment for India, coming nearly 40 years after Rakesh Sharma’s space journey on the Soviet Soyuz spacecraft in 1984. Group Captain Shukla is the designated pilot of the mission. The other three astronauts are from the United States, Poland, and Hungary. SpaceX Dragon This spacecraft, built by SpaceX, has reached its hangar at Launch Pad 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida and is preparing for launch. SpaceX posted an image of the vehicle on X, confirming that the Falcon 9 rocket will carry the Dragon spacecraft on its mission. Launch delayed by two days Earlier, the mission was set to lift off on 8 June 2025 at 6.41 pm IST, but it has now been rescheduled for 10 June. Though no official reason has been shared for the delay, sources have suggested it was to allow time for weather-related adjustments. The launch will take place from Launch Complex 39A, a historic pad used for earlier missions, including Apollo and Space Shuttle flights. The Falcon 9 rocket will launch the Dragon capsule into low Earth orbit, where it will dock with the ISS. Astronauts to stay 14 days on the ISS Shubhanshu Shukla will be joined by Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland, Tibor Kapu from Hungary, and Peggy Whitson, a former NASA astronaut who will lead the mission as commander. The astronauts will spend up to 14 days aboard the ISS, conducting scientific experiments, educational activities, and commercial tasks. Their journey is expected to strengthen international cooperation in space and support India’s space ambitions, especially the upcoming Gaganyaan mission. The Ax-4 mission represents a major leap for private space travel and marks India’s growing presence in international space partnerships.

The first image of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on the Ax-4 mission has been released. Launching on 10 June 2025, the mission will take astronauts from four countries to the ISS for 14 days of research and global collaboration.

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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first indian to stay on the ISS. As part of the SpaceX Ax 4 mission, he will pilot the dragon spacecraft, conduct science experiments, and witness Earth from the ISS’s iconic cupola window.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first indian to stay on the ISS. As part of the SpaceX Ax-4 mission, he will pilot the dragon spacecraft, conduct science experiments, and witness Earth from the ISS’s iconic cupola window.

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The ugly public spat between US President and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk briefly casted a shadow on the Axiom mission as Elon on Friday announced that SpaceX would decommission the Dragon spacecraft, before later reversing the decision.

The ugly public spat between US President and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk briefly casted a shadow on the Axiom mission as Elon on Friday announced that SpaceX would decommission the Dragon spacecraft, before later reversing the decision.

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ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will study microalgae growth in space during the Ax-4 mission. This research may help produce food, oxygen, and fuel for long missions and inspire students through live updates from the International Space Station.

ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will study microalgae growth in space during the Ax-4 mission. This research may help produce food, oxygen, and fuel for long missions and inspire students through live updates from the International Space Station.

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The Axiom-4 mission has a confirmed launch date, and when the Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on June 10, 2025, it will carry four astronauts, scientific equipment, and a small plush swan named ‘Joy’. The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission.&nbsp;‘Joy’ will act as the mission’s zero-gravity indicator, which is a longstanding custom in crewed spaceflight. Often, astronauts carry a small object that begins to float once the spacecraft reaches orbit visibly signalling the onset of microgravity. This practice began in 1961 with Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, who carried a doll during his Vostok flight. Ever since, soft toys have accompanied astronauts in both Russian and American missions, including recent SpaceX flights.

'Joy' the swan

<h2>A collective choice&nbsp;</h2>This time, the Ax-4 crew collectively selected a swan as the object of choice. During the pre-flight media briefing, the four-member international crew shared the meaning behind their decision. For Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force, who will serve as pilot, the swan has cultural and philosophical importance.&nbsp;Shukla said the swan represents the ability to separate milk from water, a metaphor for discernment. He added that carrying ‘Joy’ will keep him grounded in his cultural values and prepared for the mission ahead.&nbsp;

<h2>Cultural Symbolism and Crew Unity</h2>Commander Peggy Whitson, a former NASA astronaut and the leader of the Axiom-4 mission, explained that ‘Joy’, the swan also serves as a shared cultural emblem. While the swan represents wisdom in India, it represents resilience in Poland and grace in Hungary. She said the toy reflects unity among all the four participating nations. Once in orbit, ‘Joy’ will float inside the capsule, captured on camera for mission observers.&nbsp;With the Axiom 4 mission, Shubhanshu Shukla is set to become the second Indian to fly in space, after Rakesh Sharma’s 1984 Soviet mission. He is also the first Indian to join an international commercial human spaceflight. The Ax-4 crew includes astronauts from the US, Poland, and Hungary, each making history for their nations.&nbsp;Originally scheduled for May 29, the mission was delayed to 10 June due to weather and readiness factors. The team will spend two weeks or 14 days in space, aboard the International Space Station, conducting about 60 experiments and outreach activities.

The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission.

The Axiom-4 mission has a confirmed launch date, and when the Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on June 10, 2025, it will carry four astronauts, scientific equipment, and a small plush swan named ‘Joy’. The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission. ‘Joy’ will act as the mission’s zero-gravity indicator, which is a longstanding custom in crewed spaceflight. Often, astronauts carry a small object that begins to float once the spacecraft reaches orbit visibly signalling the onset of microgravity. This practice began in 1961 with Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, who carried a doll during his Vostok flight. Ever since, soft toys have accompanied astronauts in both Russian and American missions, including recent SpaceX flights.

The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla to take ‘Joy’ to space: Swan toy to join Axiom crew aboard ISS

This travel to the International Space Station will make Shukla the first Indian to participate in an international commercial spaceflight to the ISS.

Shukla's travel to the International Space Station will make him the first Indian to participate in an international commercial spaceflight to the ISS.

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ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla went into pre-launch quarantine with the Ax-4 crew to stay healthy and mission-ready. This step helps prevent illness in space, protects science gear, and ensures the safety of the International Space Station.


ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla went into pre-launch quarantine with the Ax-4 crew to stay healthy and mission-ready. This step helps prevent illness in space, protects science gear, and ensures the safety of the International Space Station.

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Axiom 4 mission launches on 10 june 2025 with astronauts from India, us, poland, and Hungary. ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla will pilot the craft and conduct Indian experiments. The mission focuses on space healthcare, global science, and student engagement.

Axiom-4 mission launches on 10 june 2025 with astronauts from India, us, poland, and Hungary. ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla will pilot the craft and conduct Indian experiments. The mission focuses on space healthcare, global science, and student engagement.

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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla leads a muscle regeneration study on combating muscle loss in space. This international project may boost treatments for muscle diseases and aging on Earth, marking a major step for Indian science.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla leads a muscle regeneration study on combating muscle loss in space. This international project may boost treatments for muscle diseases and ageing on Earth, marking a major step for Indian science.

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