New Delhi, June 25 -- The Union Cabinet on Wednesday welcomed the successful launch of the space mission carrying astronauts from India, India, Hungary, Poland and the US and said Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to travel to the International Space Station (ISS), is carrying hopes and aspirations of all Indians.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who briefed reporters on cabinet decisions, said a resolution was passed at the meeting.

"We welcome the successful launch of the space mission carrying astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland and the US. The Indian astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, is on the way to become the first Indian to go to the International Space Station. He carries with him th...