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Meals, missions and mesmerising views: Shubhanshu Shukla’s most iconic and memorable moments in space

As the Indian astronaut prepares to begin his return from the ISS on July 14, after completing a historic 14-day mission aboard the orbiting laboratory, here are 10 key moments of Shukla in space.

Sheetal Kumari | July 11, 2025 / 16:38 IST
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India’s Gaganyatri Beams from ISS Cupola: Smiling and healthy, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla gazes out of the ISS Cupola, reflecting pride and purpose during his 14-day space mission. (Image: Axiom Space)
India’s Gaganyatri Beams from ISS Cupola: Smiling and healthy, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla gazes out of the ISS Cupola, reflecting pride and purpose during his 14-day space mission. (Image: Axiom Space)
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AX-4 crew arrives: Axiom Space Celebrates Arrival of Ax-4 crew to International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
AX-4 crew arrives: Axiom Space celebrates arrival of AX-4 crew to International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
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A Feast in Space Before Departure: Floating in zero gravity, Shukla and his fellow astronauts shared smiles and a meal as seen in newly released images from the space station. (Image: Axiom Space)
A Feast in Space Before Departure: Floating in zero gravity, Shukla and his fellow astronauts shared smiles and a meal as seen in newly released images from the space station. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Bonding Over Biryani and Laughter: Shukla and the crew bonded over a special space meal. The moment reflected camaraderie, joy, and the spirit of international cooperation aboard the ISS. (Image: Axiom Space)
Bonding Over Biryani and Laughter: Shukla and the crew bonded over a special space meal. The moment reflected camaraderie, joy, and the spirit of international cooperation aboard the ISS. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Cupola: Group Capt Shubhanshu Shukla enjoys the stunning panoramic view of Earth from the 7-windowed Cupola Module aboard the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
Cupola: Group Capt Shubhanshu Shukla enjoys the stunning panoramic view of Earth from the 7-windowed Cupola Module aboard the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Earth viewing: Ax-4 Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla and Mission Specialist Tibor Kapu enjoys views of Earth from the cupola. (Image: Axiom Space)
Earth viewing: Ax-4 Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla and Mission Specialist Tibor Kapu enjoys views of Earth from the cupola. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Selfie and Meal: Ax-4 Mission Specialist Tibor Kapu takes a selfie with Commander Peggy Whitson and Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla while they enjoy a meal aboard the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
Selfie and Meal: Ax-4 Mission Specialist Tibor Kapu takes a selfie with Commander Peggy Whitson and Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla while they enjoy a meal aboard the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
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'No Borders from Space,' Says Shukla: Shukla, who reached the ISS on June 26, told PM Modi he sees no borders from above as he completes his scientific assignments in orbit. (Image: Axiom Space)
'No Borders from Space,' Says Shukla: Shukla, who reached the ISS on June 26, told PM Modi he sees no borders from above as he completes his scientific assignments in orbit. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Science operations: Ax-4 Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla carries out operations for the myogenesis study in the Life Sciences Glovebox aboard the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
Science operations: Ax-4 Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla carries out operations for the myogenesis study in the Life Sciences Glovebox aboard the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)

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