‘Many of you will be future astronauts’: Shubhanshu Shukla speaks to students from ISS; shares insights on life in space – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: On his 12th day at the ISS on Tuesday, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla spoke directly with students from seven schools in Meghalaya and Assam via Ham radio. The session was held at the North East Space Applications Centre (NESAC) in Shillong.“Many of you can become future astronauts, even walk on the Moon,” Shubhanshu Shukla…

How Astronauts Talk To People On Earth: No Mobile Network, No Cables – Then How Does It Work?

New Delhi: Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla made history this week. He reached the International Space Station as part of a multi-national mission. From 400 kilometres above Earth, he had a video call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two spoke about his experiences, the calm needed in space and the pride of…