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🚀 Title: India’s New Star in Space: Shubhanshu Shukla’s Historic Axiom-4 Mission to the ISS

  🌌 Introduction: India Returns to Orbital Space After 40 Years On June 25, 2025 , at noon IST, history was made when Shubhanshu Shukla , an Indian astronaut, lifted off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, becoming the first Indian to reach orbital space since Rakesh Sharma in 1984 . His mission? Aboard the Axiom-4 commercial spaceflight , destined for the International Space Station (ISS) . This landmark moment not only marks India’s return to human spaceflight but also signals a new era of collaboration, technology, and ambition for India’s growing role in global space exploration. 🚀 What is Axiom-4? A New Model for Commercial Spaceflight The Axiom-4 mission is part of NASA’s initiative to open the ISS to private space missions . Operated by Axiom Space , the mission launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket with the Dragon Crew Capsule . This capsule is one of the most advanced crewed space vehicles in the world, designed for safe, autonomous docking, high-spe...

Man of War: How Donald Trump Worsened the Iran-Israel Crisis

  Man of War: How Donald Trump Intensified the Iran-Israel Conflict Former U.S. President Donald Trump frequently styled himself as a master negotiator and global peacemaker. Yet, his record in the Middle East — especially concerning the delicate balance between Iran and Israel — paints a sharply contrasting picture. Instead of calming tensions, many of his policies destabilized the region further, dismantling fragile diplomatic mechanisms and replacing them with provocative, high-risk strategies. 🔥 From Diplomacy to Maximum Pressure In 2018, Trump unilaterally withdrew the U.S. from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) — an agreement that aimed to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions in return for lifting economic sanctions. At that point, even American intelligence agencies confirmed that Iran was adhering to the deal’s terms. The withdrawal wasn't driven by new Iranian violations, but by Trump’s pursuit of a “maximum pressure” campaign — a mix of severe sanctions and interna...

Trump Signals Major Trade Agreement with India Following China Deal

Former US President Donald Trump has hinted at pursuing a significant trade deal with India, following the recent announcement of a trade agreement with China. Speaking at an event, Trump emphasized the potential for a "very big" trade pact with India, highlighting the country's growing economic importance and its strategic role in global markets. Trump, who has often prioritized trade negotiations during his political career, described India as a key partner for future economic collaboration. He pointed to the strong bilateral ties between the US and India, noting that such a deal could boost trade volumes and strengthen economic relations. The remarks come on the heels of a newly secured trade agreement with China, which Trump described as a major win for the US economy. While specific details about the proposed India-US trade deal remain unclear, Trump’s comments suggest a focus on reducing trade barriers and fostering mutual economic growth. He praised India’s rapid e...