ASTRONAUT TRAINING
From fighter pilots to face of Gaganyan: Astronaut designates for India's maiden human spaceflight
Astronaut-designates Angad Pratap, Ajit Krishnan, Shubhanshu Shukla, and Prashanth Nair have become overnight heroes after being selected for India's Gaganyaan mission. Pratap and Krishnan, both former fighter pilots, attended the Global Space Exploration Conference, while Shukla is set to travel to the International Space Station soon.
IAF recalls Gaganyaan astronaut Ajit Krishnan amid rising tensions with Pakistan
Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, selected for Gaganyaan, is recalled by the Indian Air Force. This follows rising military tensions with Pakistan after Operation Sindoor. Krishnan was attending a conference in Delhi when he received the urgent call. The Gaganyaan mission aims to send astronauts into space. Training is underway in India and the US.
ISRO chief reveals updated timeline for Gaganyaan: Key details of India’s first human space flight mission out
India's Gaganyaan mission is now set for the first quarter of 2027. ISRO will launch uncrewed missions this year and in 2026, including one with the Vyommitra robot. The mission aims to send Indian astronauts into low-Earth orbit. ISRO has developed key systems like the ECLSS. India will host the Global Space Exploration Conference in 2025.
All about Shubhanshu Shukla who is set to become the first Indian to reach ISS after Rakesh Sharma
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will soon make history. He is the first Indian to reach the International Space Station. He will fly aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The mission is Ax-4, operated by Axiom Space. This flight marks India’s first human presence on the ISS. It is a key step before Isro’s Gaganyaan mission. Shukla's journey inspires a nation.
What happens inside an MRI machine stays inside an MRI machine...or does it?
Confronting his claustrophobia, the author undergoes an MRI, likening the experience to a space mission and a commuter train ride. Ankit, the operator, attempts to ease his anxiety by playing a Ravish Kumar video. Amidst the machine's noises and heat, the author hallucinates about tariffs and Jon Stewart, ultimately emerging relieved but mentally drained.
China launches three new astronauts to its space station
China launched the Shenzhou-20 spaceship carrying three astronauts to its Tiangong space station, marking the 35th mission of its manned space program. The crew will conduct life science experiments, including research on planarian regeneration, and is scheduled to return in late October.
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China to train two Pakistani astronauts to participate in joint mission to its space station
China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced that two Pakistani astronauts will be selected for spaceflight training in China for a joint mission to its space station. One of them may participate as a payload specialist. This follows an agreement between CMSA and Pakistan's Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission, making Pakistan the first foreign guest to Tiangong space station.
China to launch new crewed mission into space this week
China is preparing to launch the Shenzhou-20 mission this week, sending three astronauts to the Tiangong space station for a six-month stay. This mission is a crucial step in China's ambitious plan to land astronauts on the Moon by 2030 and eventually establish a lunar base.
From Messi to Trump, AI action figures are the rage
The figurines aren't real, but thanks to ChatGPT's new image generator they look genuine, and they are flooding platforms from TikTok to LinkedIn.
ISRO ready for stellar summer as Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to go to ISS in May, world’s most expensive satellite set to map Earth in June
India is gearing up for significant milestones in space exploration. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to journey to the ISS as part of the Axiom-4 mission, marking a new era. Following this, ISRO will launch the NISAR satellite, a joint project with NASA, to monitor Earth's changes with unprecedented accuracy.
Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft returns: NASA astronaut lands on earth on 70th birthday after 220 days in space with Russian crewmates
After a 220-day mission covering over 93.3 million miles, astronaut Donald Pettit and cosmonauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Vagner safely landed on the Kazakh steppe aboard Soyuz MS-26. The Expedition 72 crew completed numerous scientific experiments, with Pettit celebrating his 70th birthday on return day. Despite global tensions, international cooperation on the ISS continues with the handover to Expedition 73.
India returns to space: After 40 years, India to send astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to ISS in May
After a 40-year gap since Rakesh Sharma's historic flight, India is set to send Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to space next month. This mission marks a significant milestone as the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS). It signifies India's renewed commitment to space exploration and its growing presence in international space endeavors.
DOGE cuts hobble office that would aid NASA and SpaceX Mars landings
NASA's crucial Astrogeology Science Center, vital for safe lunar and Martian landings, faces potential staff cuts of at least 20% due to cost-cutting measures initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency. This reduction, impacting experienced mapmakers and planetary scientists, raises concerns about future missions, including crewed Mars endeavors, and could jeopardize critical projects like identifying Martian water-ice deposits.
Blue-Origin rocket launch: Katy Perry and Jeff Bezos’ fiancee Lauren Sanchez goes to 'edge of space' with all-female crew
Blue Origin launched its all-female flight on Monday evening. Six women, including popstar Katty Perry blasted off on April 14 on a self-driving private rocket by Blue Origin, the company owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, for a joyride to space that is expected to last all of 11 minutes.
Katy Perry opens up about upcoming space trip days before launch on April 14
Blue Origin's New Shephard launch vehicle is slated to take Katy Perry and five other accomplished women on a 11-minute round trip to outer space on April 14. The most remarkable feat of the spaceflight will be the team's recognition of being the first all-female crew to blast off to space since 1963.
A heavenly view of India: Sunita Williams plans her visit after seeing the Himalayas from space
After an extended 278-day mission aboard the International Space Station, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, who has Indian roots, returned to Earth to reflect on her experiences. She shared her admiration for India, debunked claims of being stranded in space, and praised the collaborative spirit of the mission. With a hopeful outlook on future space travel, Williams, along with fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore, expressed confidence in the Starliner spacecraft and highlighted the golden age of ISS research.
Doctor gives refreshing insight into NASA astronaut Sunita Williams’ recovery after nine-month space ordeal
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have returned to Earth after 286 days in space. Their recovery is progressing well. Experts say returning to gravity helps their bodies heal. Williams shared her experiences and the mental challenges faced during the extended mission. Her resilience and adaptability remain an inspiration.
'Given me no reason...': NASA astronauts thank Trump, Elon Musk after 286-day space ordeal
Days after NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth, they spoke about their extended space mission at length. The duo thanked US President Donald Trump and SpaceX owner Elon Musk for their involvement in getting them back down. Trump and Musk had blamed ex President Joe Biden for leaving the astronauts stranded in space.
NASA’s ‘stranded’ astronauts speak out: Butch Wilmore opens up about 'missing daughter’s high school year'
NASA astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams' planned eight-day mission turned into a nine-month prolonged stay at the ISS. Wilmore, particularly affected by missing his daughter’s high school year, and Williams shared their resilient and dutiful responses. Despite serious physical tolls from extended weightlessness, their unexpected journey provided valuable insights for space exploration.
Elon Musk's SpaceX launches first human spacecraft led by Chinese investor on crewed polar orbit
SpaceX plans to launch a crew of four private astronauts led by crypto entrepreneur Chun Wang on a mission to orbit Earth via a novel trajectory. The mission, named Fram2, will involve 22 research experiments and mark SpaceX’s latest advancement in private spaceflight. It is noteworthy for its lack of government backing, relying solely on private investment.
Explorer, filmmaker, scientist, and a Bitcoin investor: Meet the SpaceX Fram2 crew making space history
Four private astronauts have embarked on a historic journey, becoming the first humans to orbit both the North and South Poles aboard SpaceX’s Fram2 mission. Led by entrepreneur Chun Wang, the crew includes Norwegian filmmaker Jannicke Mikkelsen, German robotics researcher Rabea Rogge, and Australian polar guide Eric Philips. Over three to five days, they will conduct 22 research experiments, including the first X-ray in space. This mission pushes the boundaries of human spaceflight.
Bitcoin investor buys an entire SpaceX flight for the ultimate polar adventure
Chun Wang, a Chinese-born entrepreneur, hurtled into orbit from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. SpaceX’s Falcon rocket steered southward over the Atlantic, putting the space tourists on a path never flown before in 64 years of human spaceflight.
NASA's Sunita Williams shares first reaction on her extended space mission, says 'my first thought was...'
Days after NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth from space, the duo spoke at length about their experiences aboard International Space Station. Sunita Williams said they were ready to just jump into it and take on the tasks that were given to them while Butch Wilmore said it was their national goal. Williams and Wilmore arrived at the ISS on 6 June last year.
SpaceX to launch private astronauts on first crewed polar orbit
Named "Fram2" after the legendary 19th-century Norwegian ship used for Arctic and Antarctic expeditions. The mission will conduct diverse experiments. Highlights include the first-ever X-ray in space and the cultivation of mushrooms in microgravity, in an attemot to advance scientific research in extreme environments.
NASA astronaut Barry Wilmore’s wife reveals his toughest battle after 9 months in space
Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams were stranded on the ISS for 286 days. They now struggle with muscle and bone loss. Rehabilitation could take a year. Wilmore's homecoming was emotional but marked the start of a tough recovery. Despite challenges, they began walking within 24 hours. The family plans a summer trip to celebrate.
Sunita Williams heads home, but Earth won’t feel like home right away—here’s why
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are set to return to Earth after an extended nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Originally planned as a short test flight, their stay was prolonged due to technical failures in Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. The duo, along with two other astronauts, will land off Florida’s coast. After splashdown, they will undergo medical checks, debriefings, and physical rehabilitation to readjust to Earth's gravity.
Gaganyaan astronauts kept out of public glare to ensure no distractions: Jitendra Singh
Four astronauts selected for India's Gaganyaan mission have been kept from the public to avoid distractions during acclimatisation and training, minister Singh said. These astronauts include Group Captain Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, Angad Prathap, Ajit Krishnan, and Shubanshu Shukla.
Here's the harsh reality that Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore face when they return to earth
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore, along with Nick Hague and Russia's Aleksandr Gorbunov, are finally heading home after a nine-month space stay, due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner. They are returning aboard SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft and are set to land off the coast of Florida. The astronauts will undergo rehabilitation upon their return.
Blurry vision, wobbly steps, muscle loss, and more: Here's what happens to the human body after returning from deep space
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have begun their journey back to Earth from the International Space Station after a nine-month delay. Their return raises health concerns like bone and muscle loss, balance issues, and vision problems, which will be closely monitored in the coming months.
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