India, March 19 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed NASA astronaut Sunita Williams's return to Earth and said the achievement of Crew-9 astronauts "shows us what perseverance truly means."

The prime minister said NASA's Crew-9 mission has been a test of grit, courage and the boundless human spirit. "Sunita Williams and the #Crew9 astronauts have once again shown us what perseverance truly means. Their unwavering determination in the face of the vast unknown will forever inspire millions," PM Modi wrote on X.

"Space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream, and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality. Sunita Williams, a trailblazer and an icon, has exemplified this spirit throughout her ...