International Space Station (ISS): News
The International Space Station or ISS is a habitable artificial satellite orbiting the Earth at a speed of approximately 27,600 km/h. At this rate, it takes the spacecraft just 90 minutes to go around the Earth once. The spacecraft was launched on November 20, 1998. As of August 2021, it has clocked 22 years and eight months in orbit, of which it has been inhabited by astronauts for 20 years and nine months (since November 2000) on a rotational basis. National Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA) records indicate that the space station has been visited by 243 individuals from 19 different countries. The record for the longest time spent on the ISS is held by American astronaut Peggy Whitson for spending 665 days on the ISS. The ISS is approximately as big as a six-bedroom house with amenities for 7 astronauts including six sleeping quarters, two bathrooms, a gym, and a 360-degree view bay window. The station is controlled by over 50 computers powered by solar energy it draws from solar panels mounted externally. At a total cost of $150 billion, the station has been described as the most expensive item ever constructed.
NASA's Crew-12 astronauts return after 8 months in space
NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 mission has successfully returned to Earth after a 237-day stay in space.
Can whisky age faster in space? Scientists plan new mission
In a first, scientists are planning to age Scotch whisky in space. The unique experiment will see Scotland's national drink sent to orbit for the first time.
NASA Crew-13 launch today: When and where to watch live
NASA and SpaceX are gearing up for the launch of the Crew-13 astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
Boeing Starliner to fly uncrewed after Sunita Williams ordeal
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is slated for an uncrewed test flight in 2027.
NASA, Boeing in talks for Starliner to undertake new missions
NASA is reportedly in discussions with Boeing to use its Starliner vehicle for future space missions.
SpaceX bags $946M NASA deal for 3 more ISS flights
SpaceX has expanded its contract with NASA for three additional crewed Dragon flights to the International Space Station (ISS) by 2030.
NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon base program
The US has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to join its Moon base program.
National Space Day: India celebrates achievements in space exploration
India is celebrating National Space Day on August 23, in honor of the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.
Vast cuts 46 jobs despite $500M funding, space station plans
California-based space station start-up Vast has laid off 46 employees, or about 4% of its workforce, according to Business Insider.
Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon harvests kale, wasabi mustard on ISS
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon has taken on the role of a space farmer.
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon to perform 2nd spacewalk today
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon is gearing up for his second spacewalk in just 10 days.
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon completes his first-ever spacewalk
NASA astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir have successfully completed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA astronaut Anil Menon to perform first spacewalk tomorrow
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his first-ever spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS).
Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon to make first spacewalk next week
NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his maiden spacewalk next week.
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon blasts off to ISS
NASA astronaut Anil Menon, who has Indian roots, has embarked on his first mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA's Anil Menon embarks on first ISS mission today
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon is all set to embark on his maiden journey to the International Space Station (ISS) today.
Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon heads to ISS on July 14
NASA astronaut of Indian descent, Anil Menon, is all set to embark on an eight-month-long mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
Who's Anil Menon, NASA astronaut set for 240-day ISS mission?
Anil Menon, a NASA astronaut of Indian origin, is set to embark on his first-ever space mission on July 14, 2026.
Will Artemis III crew land on Moon?
NASA has announced the crew for its upcoming Artemis III mission, which is set to take place next year.
NASA astronauts shelter in SpaceX capsule amid ISS module leaks
NASA recently had five astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) take shelter in a docked SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Meet John McFall, UK Paralympian soon heading to space
John McFall, a UK Paralympian and surgeon, may soon become the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit.
Who is Anil Menon, NASA's astronaut set for ISS mission?
Anil Menon, a NASA astronaut selected in 2021, will embark on his first space mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on July 14.
NASA upgrades ISS laptops: Here's what astronauts are using now
The crew of Expedition 74 aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is getting an upgrade in the form of new laptops.
Watch: Retired astronaut Sunita Williams runs Boston Marathon 2026
Retired NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has completed the Boston Marathon 2026, 43 years after her first run.
Astronaut performs Bihu aboard ISS: Himanta credits Modi; gets fact-checked
A video of NASA astronaut Mike Fincke performing a Bihu dance aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has gone viral.
Artemis II: What are 'organ chips' NASA sent to space?
NASA's Artemis II mission wasn't just about sending astronauts around the Moon.
Just hours after launch, Artemis II astronauts face toilet trouble
NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight of the Orion spacecraft, has hit a snag with its space toilet.
Why NASA evacuated an astronaut from International Space Station
NASA made the unprecedented decision to bring an astronaut back from the International Space Station (ISS) in January 2026, weeks before his scheduled return.
Why end of International Space Station is risky for US
The International Space Station (ISS), a key player in low-Earth orbit (LEO) for over 25 years, is nearing its end.
NASA's first spacewalk of 2026 today: When, how to watch
NASA is all set to host its first spacewalk of 2026, marking the first time in months that astronauts will be stepping out of the International Space Station (ISS).
SpaceX's Crew-12 capsule docks at ISS, restoring full crew capacity
SpaceX's Dragon capsule has successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS), carrying four new astronauts from the US, France, and Russia.
Vast Space secures NASA contract for private astronaut mission
Vast Space, a US-based aerospace company, has signed an order with NASA for the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA's Crew-12 astronauts on their way to space station
SpaceX has successfully launched NASA's Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
SpaceX set to launch Crew-12 mission to ISS today
SpaceX is gearing up to launch its Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) at 3:45pm IST today.
NASA, SpaceX's Crew-12 mission to launch tomorrow
NASA and SpaceX have postponed the launch of their Crew-12 mission to February 13.
NASA astronauts can now carry smartphones on upcoming space missions
In a groundbreaking move, NASA has announced that its astronauts will be allowed to bring their smartphones into space for the first time.
Shubhanshu Shukla gets Ashok Chakra, India's highest peacetime military medal
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain in the Indian Air Force, has been awarded the Ashoka Chakra. The award is India's highest peacetime military decoration.
NASA's Sunita Williams retires after 27 years: Tracing her career
NASA has announced the retirement of its veteran astronaut Sunita Williams, effective December 27, 2025.
NASA brings astronauts home safely in first-ever space medical evacuation
NASA has successfully completed its first-ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams to visit Kerala Literature Festival 2026
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams will attend the Kerala Literature Festival 2026.
NASA prepares urgent ISS crew evacuation this week: Know why
NASA and SpaceX are preparing for an early return of the Crew-11 mission from the International Space Station (ISS).
Watch: Astronaut captures stunning time-lapse of zodiacal light from ISS
Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Kimiya Yui has shared a breathtaking time-lapse video of Earth from the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA announces rare ISS crew evacuation amid 'serious medical concern'
NASA has announced an early return for its Crew-11 team from the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA postpones year's first spacewalk due to astronaut's medical concern
NASA has postponed the spacewalk scheduled for January 8, outside the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA astronauts to conduct first spacewalk of 2026 this week
NASA astronauts are gearing up for their first spacewalk of 2026, scheduled for Thursday, January 8.
Trump wants US astronauts on Moon by 2028
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order detailing his space policy goals for the next three years.
Why Tom Cruise hesitated to approach Trump for space film
Hollywood actor Tom Cruise reportedly hesitated to request US President Donald Trump's assistance with his upcoming space film.
Russian cosmonaut removed from ISS mission for stealing secret tech
Oleg Artemyev, a senior Russian cosmonaut with 560 days of space experience, has been removed from the upcoming International Space Station (ISS) mission.
ISS sets record with 8 spacecraft docked at once
The International Space Station (ISS) has witnessed a historic first: all eight of its docking ports are now occupied by different spacecraft.
This is what happens to sunscreen and mayonnaise in space
A team of European scientists has studied the behavior of soft materials, which include everyday products like sunscreen and mayonnaise, in space.
Watch: This is how Northern Lights look from space
NASA astronaut Jonny Kim has shared a breathtaking video of the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, as seen from space.
ISS to retire in 2030: What comes next in orbit?
The International Space Station (ISS), a symbol of global cooperation and scientific progress, will meet its fiery end in Earth's atmosphere in 2030.
What's Point Nemo and why the ISS will crash there?
The International Space Station (ISS) has been a symbol of human ingenuity and scientific progress for 25 years. But now, NASA and its partners are preparing for its deorbiting at the end of 2030.
Cleaning space debris without touching it might soon be possible
A pioneering project, dubbed ALBATOR, is investigating the use of ion beams to clear hazardous space debris from a distance.
SpaceX breaks annual launch record with 133rd Falcon 9 flight
SpaceX has set a new milestone by successfully launching its 133rd Falcon 9 rocket of the year.
Shubhanshu Shukla appointed brand ambassador of 'Viksit Bharat Buildathon'
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS), has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the "Viksit Bharat Buildathon."
What NASA's shutdown means for its space operations, research
NASA has temporarily suspended most of its operations due to a deadlock in US government funding.
Haven-1: World's 1st commercial space station to launch next year
Vast Space, a California-based company, is gearing up to launch Haven-1, the world's first commercial space station.
SpaceX launches new cargo spacecraft on its first ISS mission
Northrop Grumman's newly designed Cygnus XL spacecraft was successfully launched to the International Space Station (ISS) on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
How to eat and drink in space? Shubhanshu Shukla explains
Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS), has shared a video detailing his eating habits in microgravity.
Megan McArthur, first woman to pilot SpaceX Dragon, retires
Megan McArthur, a trailblazing NASA astronaut who made history as the first woman to pilot a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, has announced her retirement from the space agency.
Survival tests to photography lessons: Shubhanshu Shukla shares Axiom-4 experience
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has shared his experiences from the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
SpaceX Dragon launches with 2,270kg of supplies for ISS
SpaceX successfully launched its CRS-33 resupply mission today with a cargo load of about 2,270kg bound for the International Space Station (ISS).
India to have its own space station by 2035
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for the country's future space missions.