IAF’s Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla has been announced as the prime astronaut for the Indo-US space mission. He will be only the second Indian after Rakesh Sharma to be part of a space mission. Mission paved its way after PM Modi, Joe Biden signed a joint statement in June 2023, envisioning a joint ISRO-NASA effort to the ISS. A National Mission Assignment Board has recommended two 'Gaganyatris' as the prime, backup Mission Pilots for this mission. These include Group Capt. Shubhanshu Shukla (Prime), Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair (Backup). The recommended 'Gaganyatris' will commence their training for the mission in the first week of August, informed ISRO. Notably, PM Modi bestowed astronaut wings upon Shubhanshu Shukla after his name was revealed for the Gaganyaan Mission on Feb 27, 2024. The Gaganyaan Mission is India’s first human space flight program, for which extensive preparations are underway at various ISRO centers. Apart from Wing Commander Shubhanshu, Group Capt Prashanth Nair, Ajit Krishnan, Angad Pratap Shukla will also join mission.
03 August,2024 02:57 PM IST
With just 97 days until the U.S. Presidential election, the battle between Republicans and Democrats is heating up. Amid the ongoing fuss, former President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Vice President Kamala Harris, who is his rival in the upcoming race. Trump accused Harris of changing her racial identity, claiming she went from being known for her Indian heritage to identifying as Black in recent years. He suggested this shift was sudden and done for political gain. This controversy adds another layer to the already intense election campaign, making it even more intriguing to see who will win. Watch video for more.
01 August,2024 11:39 AM IST
Amidst the US Presidential Election campaign, Former UP President Donald Trump during election campaign in Florida made scathing attacks on Democratic nominee for presidential election. He said that Kamala Harris betrayed America’s ally Israel.
27 July,2024 04:15 PM IST
Donald Trump's wife Melania Trump and his family joined him on stage as he concluded his address at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, the US on July 19. Former US President and candidate for the upcoming US presidential elections Donald Trump introduced his new running mate JD Vance on July 19 at RNC 2024. "...Thrilled to have a new friend and partner fighting by my side, the next Vice President of the United States, the current Senator from Ohio - JD Vance and his incredible wife Usha," said former US President and candidate for the upcoming US presidential elections, Donald Trump.
19 July,2024 09:46 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
