How do astronauts bathe in space? Shubhanshu Shukla explains the process behind ‘world’s most expensive sponge bath’

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Thursday, responded to ‘one of the most asked questions’ – “How astronauts stay fresh in space?” Explaining the process, he said it is essentially “the world’s most expensive sponge bath,” adding that the routine begins with what he described as “an unassuming bag.” The Ashok Chakra awardee said the process…

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Republic Day 2026: Who is Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to go to ISS? Who received Ashok Chakra

Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has been awarded the Ashok Chakra, the country’s highest peacetime gallantry award. This honor was given by President Draupadi Murmu during the parade organized on the duty path during the 77th Republic Day celebrations. Shubhanshu Shukla has joined the select army officers who have received this…

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Republic Day 2026: Operation Sindoor, Vande Mataram, two-humped camel… know what the world saw for the first time?

India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 in a very grand and emotional manner on the duty path in Delhi. This parade lasted for about 90 minutes and there was something special in every moment. It showed a beautiful glimpse of the country’s military strength, cultural diversity and progress. ‘Vande Mataram’ the…

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