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IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS), completing an 18-day mission during which he conducted seven experiments led by ISRO. Speaking at a press briefing in New Delhi on August 21, 2025, Shukla stated that all technical objectives were achieved and the results were encouraging, including research on stem cells and plant growth. He emphasized that the experiments were preserved and returned to Earth for further analysis. Shukla described the experience as "unbelievable" and highlighted the extensive knowledge gained from executing a human spaceflight mission. He called the mission a collective effort of the nation and expressed excitement about the journey from launch to splashdown. (Updated 21 Aug 2025, 16:44 IST; source: link)