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After 25 years in orbit, the International Space Station has become more than a lab, shaping culture, art and perspective while quietly preparing astronauts for humanity’s next journeys beyond Earth.

How do astronauts handle periods in space? NASA develops new menstrual options

NASA and research partners are exploring menstrual cups for future flights. A single cup needs very little storage space.

NASA's spacecraft Soyuz MS-27 departs ISS, crew begins journey back to Earth

A Soyuz spacecraft carrying three Expedition 73 crew members has undocked from the International Space Station, beginning a carefully coordinated return to Earth.

India’s first ISS astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares insights from his ISS mission

India’s first ISS resident Shubhanshu Shukla describes modular engineering brilliance, global crew cooperation, scientific breakthroughs and crucial insights guiding India’s upcoming orbital space station plans.

NASA and Boeing delayed their next Starliner mission in April 2026

NASA and Boeing delay crewed Starliner mission due to technical issues, opting for a cargo-only flight while safety upgrades continue.

ISS astronaut captures night-time view of Southern Europe from space

A JAXA astronaut aboard the ISS captures Italy’s bright urban corridor and Earth’s glowing atmosphere from 261 miles above.

International Space Station reveals Delhi among world’s brightest cities at night

The ISS captured Delhi’s dazzling night glow, showing urban lights, infrastructure and population density. The photo highlights global urbanisation patterns and human impact from space.

NASA astronaut films stunning Northern Lights swirling above Earth from space

The video was shared on Instagram by Jonny Kim. The clip displayed thick clouds moving across Earth’s surface.

International Space Station set to dive into 'Point Nemo' in 2030

The International Space Station will meet its end in 2030, descending into the Pacific’s most remote spot, known as Point Nemo.

Japan launches its advanced Cargo Spacecraft to ISS for First Time

Japan successfully launched its next-generation HTV-X cargo spacecraft to the International Space Station aboard from Tanegashima. The mission marks a major step in Japan’s space logistics and future lunar ambitions.

NASA's picture of the day, September 9: Gigantic red 'jet lightning' spotted from space above Earth

The jet appeared near the centre of a striking image. Below, Earth’s thin atmosphere glowed faint green. City lights peeked through the cloud cover.

From Himalayas to thunderstorms: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares mesmerising timelapse of India from space; watch Video

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shared a timelapse of India from space, showing thunderstorms, the Himalayas and sunrise from orbit, while calling the Axiom-4 mission a historic achievement for the nation.

From Cockpit to Lab: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares his journey to space

Shubhanshu Shukla is the second Indian to travel to space and the first to visit the ISS. He spent 19 days there, conducting scientific experiments crucial to India’s Gaganyaan mission.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares mesmerising images of beautiful nebula captured from Bengaluru skies

Shubhanshu Shukla is the second Indian to travel to space and the first to visit the ISS. He spent 19 days there, conducting scientific experiments crucial to India’s Gaganyaan mission.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla floats calmly in zero gravity, watch video here

In the short clip, Shukla sits cross-legged and floats gently, trying to stay still. His arms hover, and his body drifts slightly with every movement.

Crew-11 set for July launch: All you need to know about NASA’s new SpaceX mission

The Crew-11 will research plant biology, human health, and space medicine. They will also test how microgravity affects viruses that target bacteria.

How much did ISRO spend on Shubhanshu Shukla’s Axiom-4 mission? Here's what it cost

The Axiom-4 crew, including Shukla, spent almost 20 days in space, with approximately 19 days aboard the ISS. Their stay involved several scientific and collaborative activities aimed at furthering microgravity research and international cooperation in space.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to undock from ISS today; splashdown set for tomorrow — When and how to watch

The Axiom-4 crew includes Commander Peggy Whitson and Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla. They are joined by ESA astronaut Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland and HUNOR astronaut Tibor Kapu from Hungary.

One last click: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla joins final photo session with crew before ISS departure

The photo session included members of Axiom Mission 4 and Expedition 73. It was one of their final group moments before returning home.

Time for feasts, farewells for Shubhanshu Shukla, Axiom-4 astronauts

ISRO paid approximately Rs 550 crore for Shukla’s travel to the ISS, an experience that will help the space agency in the planning and execution of its human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan

International Space Station with Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla onboard captured flying over India — watch video here

Dr. Chrisphin Karthick from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics tracked and photographed the ISS. He used the ISS Detector app to time the shot precisely.

‘You could walk on the Moon’: Shubhanshu Shukla chats with students from space, encourages them to dream big

The ten-minute interaction gave schoolchildren a rare chance to ask questions. Shukla responded warmly, sharing insights on daily life in orbit, training, and staying healthy in space.

International Space Station with Shubhanshu Shukla onboard to fly over India: When and how to spot it

The ISS, launched in 1998, circles Earth at 28,000 km/h. It completes one full orbit every 90 minutes, offering 16 sunrises and sunsets each day to its astronauts.

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon set for first Space Station mission

Anil Menon was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2021 and graduated with the agency’s 23rd astronaut class in 2024.

Shubhanshu Shukla and other Ax-4 astronauts conduct microgravity research and global outreach on ISS

Commander Peggy Whitson led research on the Cancer in LEO study. This experiment investigates the behaviour of cancer cells in microgravity.