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Anil Menon, an Indian-origin NASA astronaut, launched his first mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on July 15, 2026, aboard Russia's Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The mission is scheduled to last for eight months, with his return planned for April 2027. During his stay aboard the ISS, he will conduct scientific research and technology demonstrations alongside Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina. His successful launch marks an important milestone in his career and highlights continued international cooperation in space exploration and scientific research.