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Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS), is set to undock from the orbiting laboratory at 4:30 pm IST on July 14 aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft. (Image: Axiom Space)
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His journey is part of the historic Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), which will conclude with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the California coast at approximately 3:00 pm IST on July 15, weather permitting. ISRO has confirmed the splashdown time, marking a significant moment in India’s expanding role in international space exploration. (Image: Jonny Kim’s X)
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Ahead of their departure, Group Captain Shukla and fellow crew members participated in a traditional farewell ceremony with astronauts from NASA’s Expedition 73. (Image: Axiom Space)
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The two crews took part in a group photo session aboard the ISS, smiling in their flight suits as they prepared for the journey home. (Image: Jonny Kim’s X)
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During their final days on the station, the Ax-4 crew enjoyed some light-hearted moments and special meals. Their menu included rehydrated shrimp cocktails and crackers for appetizers, followed by chicken and beef fajitas for the main course. (Image: Jonny Kim’s X)
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They prepared a celebratory dessert – a cake made from sweet bread, condensed milk, and walnuts. (Image: Jonny Kim’s X)
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Over the course of their 18-day mission, Shukla and the Ax-4 crew conducted more than 60 scientific experiments spanning biotechnology, artificial intelligence, materials science, and human health. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Group Captain Shukla and his three crewmates launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on June 25 and docked with the ISS on June 26. His return will mark a proud milestone for India’s growing participation in human spaceflight missions. (Image: Jonny Kim’s X)
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During his time aboard the orbiting laboratory, Shukla carried out several microgravity research experiments proposed by Indian researchers from national R&D laboratories and academic institutions. (Image: Axiom Space)
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