Shubhanshu Shukla’s journey: From secret NDA application to fighter pilot to India’s first astronaut on the ISS after 41 years
Sunday, 13 July 2025 () Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's journey from Lucknow to the International Space Station exemplifies India's rise in space exploration. Inspired by the Kargil War, he secretly joined the NDA, later becoming a distinguished fighter and test pilot. Selected for the Gaganyaan mission and Axiom Mission 4, Shukla conducted vital research on the ISS, marking a milestone for India.
The crash of Air India flight AI171 has sparked a storm of controversy as BBC’s coverage comes under scrutiny. The network is being accused of prematurely blaming pilot error based on partial cockpit audio, while downplaying potential Boeing faults. Netizens argue the full context—including the...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a standing ovation and chants of “Modi, Modi!” as he addressed the Namibian Parliament in a historic session. Calling it "a great privilege," PM Modi..
South China Sea Breaking: In a significant escalation of defensive capabilities, Taiwan has officially formed its first combat-ready HIMARS rocket unit. This move is designed to strengthen deterrence..
On June 25th, SpaceX's Crew Dragon and Falcon 9 launched the Axiom-4 Mission, taking Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three international crewmates to the International Space Station..