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Axiom-4 mission carrying astronaut Shubanshu Shukla set for June 19
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has confirmed the launch date for the Axiom-4 mission, carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla.
Musk warns ISS is aging, suggests de-orbiting within 2 years
Elon Musk has raised alarms over the long-term safety of the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA probes 'mysterious clouds' that may block radio, GPS signals
NASA is set to launch rockets from a remote Pacific island, as part of its mission called Sporadic-E ElectroDynamics (SEED).
Why astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is taking a swan to space
In a historic moment for India, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian astronaut to reach the International Space Station (ISS).
Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission delayed due to leak on ISS
The launch of the Axiom-4 space mission, which is to be piloted by Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, has been indefinitely postponed.
250-foot asteroid is zooming past Earth today—Should you worry?
A massive asteroid, dubbed 2015 XR1, is racing toward Earth today at a staggering speed of around 45,500km/h.
NASA offers workers early retirement as budget cuts threaten jobs
In light of proposed budget cuts, NASA has launched a new voluntary staff reduction program.
Asteroid that threatened Earth may collide with Moon in 2032
Asteroid 2024 YR4, a space rock that once posed a major threat to Earth, is now on scientists' radar for potentially colliding with the Moon in 2032.
Shubhanshu Shukla's mission to ISS delayed again: Here's why
The highly anticipated Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has been postponed due to a technical snag.
India paid ₹600cr for Shubhanshu Shukla's upcoming ISS mission
India has made a significant stride in space exploration by securing a seat for Indian pilot and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on the Axiom-4 mission.
Shubhanshu Shukla's ISS mission postponed: Check new launch date
The launch of the Axiom-4 mission, which will take Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station (ISS), has been delayed.
Meet Peggy Whitson, veteran astronaut leading Axiom-4 mission to space
Peggy Whitson, a 65-year-old American astronaut and commander of Axiom-4 mission, is all set to embark on her next space journey.
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is carrying halwa, aam ras to space
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to launch into space tomorrow.
Shubhanshu Shukla to fly to ISS tomorrow in historic mission
In a major milestone for India's space exploration efforts, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to become the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS).
Why NASA, Pentagon are now searching for alternatives to SpaceX
In the wake of a public spat between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, NASA and the Pentagon are looking for alternative spaceflight providers.
Watch: NASA snaps Martian volcano peeking through morning clouds
NASA's Mars Odyssey spacecraft has captured an incredible image of one of the Red Planet's largest volcanoes, Arsia Mons.
Trump lifts longstanding ban on supersonic flights over US
President Donald Trump has initiated the process to lift the 52-year-old ban on supersonic flights over the continental US.
Trump hints at review of Musk's government contracts
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible review of government contracts held by Elon Musk's companies.
Musk says Trump's tariffs could trigger US recession by 2025-end
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has warned that the aggressive tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump could lead to a recession in the country by late 2025.
Could Musk-Trump feud affect Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission?
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, briefly announced plans to decommission the Dragon spacecraft.
Musk reverses decision to retire SpaceX Dragon amid Trump dispute
Elon Musk has announced that SpaceX will continue operating its Dragon spacecraft, reversing a statement made just hours earlier amid his escalating conflict with US President Donald Trump.
NASA reveals when India's Shubhanshu Shukla will reach ISS
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will soon embark on a historic mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA tracks 1,400-foot asteroid in close Earth flyby tomorrow
A gigantic asteroid, bigger than San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, is set to fly by Earth on June 5, as per NASA.
From Mars to Milky Way—NASA's tips for skywatching in June
NASA has released its monthly guide, highlighting key celestial events for June. This month promises a spectacular view of planets and the Milky Way galaxy.
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to grow moong, methi in space
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is gearing up for a historic mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on June 8.
Massive solar storm hitting Earth today: Should you be worried?
A powerful coronal mass ejection (CME) is on its way to Earth, with both NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) models predicting an impact today.
Private astronaut Jared Isaacman will not be next NASA chief
US President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of billionaire tech entrepreneur and private astronaut Jared Isaacman to lead the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
This is why Venus has pancake-like volcanoes on its surface
A team of scientists from Georgia Institute of Technology, Universite de Lyon, and Arizona State University has proposed a plausible explanation for the formation of flat pancake-like volcanoes on Venus.
This is the earliest, most distant galaxy ever seen
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting the earliest and most distant galaxy ever observed.
Breakthrough study uncovers secrets of elusive intermediate-mass black holes
Astronomers have made a major breakthrough in understanding the elusive intermediate-mass black holes (IMBHs), often referred to as the "missing links" in black hole evolution.
Sunita Williams back to work after long space mission, rehab
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore are back at work after a lengthy stay in space and weeks of physical therapy.
Solar storms are killing SpaceX's Starlink satellites, says NASA
A recent NASA-led study has revealed that solar storms are shortening the lives of satellites in Earth's orbit, especially SpaceX's Starlink satellites.
Ahead of space trip, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla enters quarantine
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has been quarantined ahead of the forthcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
1,100-foot asteroid approaches Earth tomorrow—Here's how close it'll get
NASA has highlighted a gigantic asteroid, named '387746 (2003 MH4),' which is scheduled to fly by Earth this weekend.
Massive solar storm is heading our way: What to expect
Scientists have warned that Earth is susceptible to a major solar storm. The Sun has been particularly active in recent times, spewing plasma and solar flares into space.
Mars once had Saturn-like rings. It might have them again
Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, is expected to get rings again in the next 50-70 million years. And, this is not the first time for the red planet.
40 years later, Shubhanshu Shukla to take India to space
Houston-based Axiom Space has successfully conducted an internal Flight Readiness Review (FRR) for its upcoming Ax-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
This is why Mars's sky turned green this week
Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, witnessed a spectacular display of auroras this week.
NASA issues alert as 2025's most-powerful solar flare hits Earth
NASA has issued warnings about a significant solar storm heading toward Earth, resulting from an X2.7-class solar flare—the most intense recorded in 2025.
Mars might not have flowing water after all
A recent study led by planetary scientists from Brown University and the University of Bern, has challenged the long-held belief that certain streaks on Mars are indicators of liquid water flow.