New Delhi, July 6 -- The government of India on Sunday released a set of pictures showing Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla observing the Earth from the International Space Station. He became the first Indian to be on the station.

In the pictures shared online, Shukla is seen seated on the edge of the 7-windowed Cupola Module on the ISS with the Earth visible in the background.

"Gazing Down From The Space! Group Capt Shubhanshu Shukla enjoys the stunning panoramic view of Earth from the 7-windowed Cupola Module aboard the International Space Station. It's been a remarkable journey as he marks a week in orbit, representing India among the stars," read the caption.

Earlier on 26 June, Shukla and three other crew members docked with the ISS...