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Shubhanshu Shukla Return Live Updates: Axiom 4 Dragon Spacecraft Splashes Down Back On Earth

Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is expected to return to Earth today, July 15, 2025, after completing an 18-day historic mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) program.

Author Written By : Priyanka Negi Author Edited By : Priyanka Negi
Updated: Jul 15, 2025 22:15 IST

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returned to Earth at the International Space Station on July 15. The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission completed its separation from the International Space Station (ISS) at 4:45 pm (IST) on Monday. In a historic moment, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew aboard Dragon spacecraft splashes down in the Pacific Ocean after an 18-day stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

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There Are Many Notable Aspects During His Historic Journey:

In his 18-day stay, Shukla orbited the Earth more than 310 times and covered a distance of about 1.3 crore kilometers which is 33 times more than the distance between the Earth and the Moon.

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During this time, the mission team witnessed the rare sunrise and sunset more than 300 times, an experience that only a few people get to experience and which demonstrates the dynamics of low Earth orbit.

At the same time, the Dragon capsule ‘Grace’ is separating from the ISS through extremely precise technical procedures and entering the orbit to return to Earth, under which several departure burns are being done.

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Lucknow, UP: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's family rejoices and celebrates as he and the entire crew return to the earth after an 18-day stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS)

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Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's family celebrates as Axiom-4 Dragon spacecraft returns to Earth

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's family celebrates as Axiom-4 Dragon spacecraft returns to Earth

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Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's family rejoices and celebrates as he and the entire crew return to the earth after an 18-day stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS)

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Shubhanshu Shukla Return Live Updates: Axiom 4 Dragon Spacecraft Splashes Down Back On Earth

In a historic moment, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew aboard Dragon spacecraft splashes down in the Pacific Ocean after an 18-day stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS)

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Shubhanshu Shukla Return Live Updates: Axiom 4 Dragon Spacecraft Splashes Down Back On Earth

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15:01 (IST) 15 Jul 2025
Axiom 4 Dragon spacecraft on its way back to Earth; about to splash down into the Pacific Ocean

Axiom 4 Dragon spacecraft on its way back to Earth; about to splash down into the Pacific Ocean

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Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh at CSIR auditorium to watch live telecast of Axiom 4 return to Earth

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh at CSIR auditorium to watch live telecast of Axiom 4 return to Earth

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Dragon’s nosecone is closed and secured for reentry. Splashdown in ~26 minutes

Dragon’s nosecone is closed and secured for reentry. Splashdown in ~26 minutes

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President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad, Mahant Ravindra Puri says, "We all are very excited today...We have offered prayers for the safe return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to Earth..."

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#watch | Axiom 4 Mission | Delhi | On the return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and the crew today, Programme Manager of Nehru Planetarium Prerna Chandra says, "For the first time, astronauts from 3 countries are a part of this mission, including Group Captain Shubhanshu… pic.twitter.com/I5uiS0NMqY— ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2025
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Splash Down Expected Around 3 PM

The Aciom 4 crew, including Shubhanshu Shukla are set to return to Earth today. As per the announcement from SpaceX, the splash down is expected around 3 PM IST.

09:55 (IST) 15 Jul 2025
Shubhanshu Sister Shuchi Mishra says, 'The Energy Is Very High And Everyone Is Very Excited'

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Shubhanshu Shukla Father Says, 'He Has Made Us So Proud, It Will Be Noted Down In History'

#watch | Axiom 4 Mission | The Dragon spacecraft successfully undocked from the International Space Station (ISS). Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and the crew are expected to splash down today.In Lucknow, UP, his father, Shambhu Dayal Shukla, says, "We are very excited that… pic.twitter.com/QSfaFIXYY8— ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2025
09:43 (IST) 15 Jul 2025
Shubhanshu Shukla Mother, Asha Shukla, Says, 'We Are Very Excited'

08:52 (IST) 15 Jul 2025
Shubhanshu Shukla Is Scheduled To Touch Down On Earth Today

Shubhanshu Shukla is scheduled to touch down on Earth today, with a splashdown expected off the California coast around 3 PM.

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Priyanka Negi

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Priyanka Negi is a news author with 4 years of experience in journalism. She covers a wide range of topics, including politics, health, world, science ensuring her readers stay informed about the latest trends and current events. Priyanka holds a Bachelors degree in Journalism from Invertis University, Bareilly and PG degree in Masters Of Science in Media Research From Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal. She has worked with reputable media outlets like Times Of India, Opoyi, Amar Ujala and other news websites. In addition to his articles, Priyanka runs a live blog that provides real-time updates on breaking news and trending stories. This interactive platform allows her audience to engage with the news as it happens, enhancing their understanding of important issues. Every piece of news She writes is verified by the team of News Desk before publishing. She is committed to delivering accurate and trustworthy information, making her a reliable source for readers seeking quality content. You can connect with her on Twitter and  Instagram for more insights and updates.

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