India Accelerates Quantum Computing Development with National Quantum Mission India is advancing its quantum computing efforts with a planned national quantum computer expected by 2026. This effort is led by the government’s National Quantum Mission, which aims to position India among the world leaders in quantum technology. India’s Current and Future Quantum Systems Currently, India operates a 7-qubit quantum computer at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Mumbai. Recently, Bengaluru-based startup QpiAI launched the QpiAI-Indus, a 25-qubit superconducting quantum computer. This marks India’s first full-stack quantum computing system, integrating advanced processors with AI-enhanced solutions. Over the next five…
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Peggy Whitson and Axiom Crew Begin Return from Space Station NASA veteran Peggy Whitson, now a private astronaut, and the Axiom Crew from India, Poland, and Hungary left the International Space Station (ISS) early Monday to return to Earth. Their departure marks the end of their 18-day mission aboard the ISS, organised by Axiom Space in partnership with SpaceX. Axiom Crew Smooth Departure from the ISS At 7:15 a.m. EDT (1115 GMT), the Crew Dragon capsule carrying the astronauts undocked from the ISS. This capsule, named “Grace” by the crew, separated from the station while orbiting 260 miles above the…
NASA’s Axiom-4 mission crew including Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and 3 others are set to begin their journey back to Earth on Monday (July 14). The splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California, US, is expected at 5.30 am EDT (3 PM IST) on Tuesday. On July 14, 2025, at 4:35 PM IST, Shukla and his international crewmates undocked from the ISS, concluding their mission with a carefully orchestrated 17-hour journey back to Earth. In their two-week journey, the crew completed nearly 230 orbits around Earth, traveling over 10 million kilometers and witnessing 230 sunrises from space.…
Taiwan’s TiSpace Rocket Fails After Launch in Japan’s Hokkaido Taiwanese rocket company TiSpace experienced a setback on Saturday when its VP01 rocket failed shortly after take-off from Japan’s Hokkaido Spaceport. The company aimed to become the first foreign firm to achieve a successful space launch from Japanese soil. The 12-metre hybrid-fuelled VP01 rocket lifted off at 11:40 a.m. local time but quickly veered off course. Within a minute, it lost stability and went into freefall, according to footage aired by NHK, Japan’s public broadcaster. Investigations Underway Following Launch Failure TiSpace attempted the launch through its Japanese subsidiary, jtSPACE. The goal…
Study Identifies Four Subtypes of Autism, Advancing Understanding and Care The discovery of four distinct autism subtypes marks a significant step in understanding the genetic foundations of autism and improving care for individuals with the condition. Researchers reported these findings in Nature Genetics, highlighting how the subtypes reveal diverse genetic and developmental narratives within the autism spectrum. Four Distinct Autism Subtypes Identified According to the researchers, the four autism subtypes are categorised as: Behavioural Challenges, Mixed Autism Spectrum Disorder with Developmental Delay, Moderate Challenges, and Broadly Affected. Each subtype exhibits unique developmental, medical, behavioural, and psychiatric traits, paired with distinct…
Airbus to Build Advanced PAZ-2 Radar Satellites for Spain’s Defence Airbus Defence and Space has been chosen by Spanish satellite operator Hisdesat to build two advanced PAZ-2 radar satellites for Spain’s defence ministry. The announcement was made on Wednesday, marking a significant step towards enhancing Spain’s technological capabilities in defence and security. These new satellites will replace the current PAZ Earth observation satellite, which has been in service since 2018. They will provide 24/7 radar imagery to support military intelligence and surveillance operations. Additionally, the satellites will aid civilian applications, including disaster assessment and environmental monitoring, ensuring a broader impact…
Linda Yaccarino Steps Down as CEO of X Linda Yaccarino has stepped down as CEO of X, two years after taking the role at Elon Musk’s social media company. Her exit follows a recent incident where the platform’s Grok chatbot pushed antisemitic tropes in its user responses. It remains unclear if these events are linked. Yaccarino shared her resignation on X, expressing gratitude to Musk for giving her the responsibility to protect free speech and transform the platform. She stated that the “best is yet to come” as X moves into a new phase alongside xAI, Musk’s artificial intelligence venture.…
Largest Martian Meteorite Set for Auction in New York Sotheby’s has revealed the largest Martian meteorite ever found on Earth, weighing 54 pounds (24.4 kg), ahead of its auction on 16 July in New York. Known as NWA 16788, this rare fragment was discovered in Niger’s remote Agadez region on 16 November 2023 by a meteorite hunter. Confirmed as a Piece of Mars The meteorite was first recognised as special by locals due to its size and unique features. However, its true origin was confirmed only after laboratory tests. Cassandra Hatton, Sotheby’s vice-chairman and global head of science and natural…
Stanford’s Ocean Robot Brings the Sense of Touch to Deep-Sea Exploration Robotics researchers at Stanford University have developed a new tool for ocean exploration: a remote-controlled humanoid robot that transmits the sense of touch to researchers miles away, OceanOneK. The robot, named OceanOneK, is an advanced version of OceanOne, which in 2016 explored a 1664 shipwreck at a depth of 100 metres in the Mediterranean. The “OneK” in its name highlights its ability to dive to 1,000 metres, reaching depths far beyond human divers. Exploring Shipwrecks and Submarines In 2022, OceanOneK completed several missions in the Mediterranean Sea. The robot…
Reuters X Account Restored in India After Brief Suspension The Reuters News account on X was restored in India on Sunday, a day after the platform suspended it following a legal demand. X notified Reuters via email, stating, “At this time, we are no longer withholding access in INDIA to your account,” without providing further details. Suspension Linked to Legal Request The Reuters account, with over 25 million global followers, was blocked in India on Saturday night. Users received a notice stating the account had been withheld “in response to a legal demand.” In an earlier email dated 16 May,…