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1. Who is set to become the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station in 2025?
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force has been selected to pilot the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2025, marking a historic achievement as the first Indian astronaut to embark on this journey. The Ax-4 mission, a collaborative effort between India and the United States, will also see renowned astronaut Peggy Whitson commanding the mission. During his time aboard the ISS, Shubhanshu will conduct five experiments, contributing to scientific research and the growing presence of India in space exploration.