The Karnataka government has taken a forward-looking step to support tech innovation by enabling a regulatory sandbox framework under the Karnataka Innovation Act. This new mechanism will allow startups, researchers, and tech firms to test emerging technologies in a controlled environment, even if existing regulations would normally restrict such trials. The sandbox is designed to […]
Aptronix, a major Apple reseller and service partner in India, has introduced the “Limitless Aptronix Exchange” program, enabling customers to recycle or trade in up to 10 electronic devices at once — regardless of brand or working condition. The initiative aims to make device recycling more accessible by partnering with Servify and Karo Sambhav, a
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 showcased an exciting array of gadgets beyond generative AI — from LG’s Micro RGB TVs with 100% colour gamut to advanced home robotics and next-gen displays. Companies also previewed inventive robotics technologies, including robots designed for household tasks and personal assistance, pointing to a future where automation extends into
India’s space program is pushing boundaries with its electric propulsion systems — lighter, more efficient alternatives to traditional chemical rockets. These propulsion units are being tested on upcoming Indian satellites like TDS-01, showing promise in reducing launch weight and fuel needs while maintaining powerful orbital capabilities. Electric thrusters can revolutionize satellite missions by enabling extended
India’s consumer electronics scene just got a major boost with the launch of the Wobble X and K Series Google TVs, engineered locally and designed to compete with global brands. The X Series targets performance and entertainment lovers with Ultra QLED displays, powerful 80W speaker systems, and feature-rich specifications — all starting at around ₹23,999.
In an unprecedented move to build quantum technology expertise, 55,000 Indian university students have enrolled in a coordinated quantum computing course launched January 19, 2026. The program, delivered through the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL), covers quantum algorithms, error correction, and hands-on sessions using Qiskit programming tools with faculty from IIT Madras and
India is set for another leap in quantum infrastructure with Rigetti Computing securing a contract to supply a 108-qubit quantum computer to the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) in Bengaluru later in 2026. This development points to India’s strengthening global partnerships and growing domestic quantum capabilities. The quantum system will support research in
Andhra Pradesh has recently announced that its upcoming Global Quantum Biofoundry will be integrated into the Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV), expanding the state’s ambitious plan to build a comprehensive quantum technology ecosystem. The biofoundry will harness quantum computing to advance biotechnology, including drug discovery, personalized medicine, and complex biological engineering. This integration is expected to
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) in Delhi has inaugurated a state-of-the-art laboratory dedicated to synthesis and thermoelectric materials research, marking a significant boost for India’s advanced materials science ecosystem. Equipped with cutting-edge instruments, this lab enables experiments under extreme temperature conditions — crucial for developing next-generation energy solutions like thermoelectric devices that can convert
In a milestone for Indian space innovation, Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-S, the first privately developed rocket from India. The suborbital mission — part of the company’s drive to commercialise space technologies — reached an altitude of nearly 90 km, carrying multiple payloads. This achievement marks a shift from government-led space launches toward a more
