9 May 2026
India launches first indigenous quantum computer for public-sector R&D
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Summary
Department of Science & Technology announced India's first home-grown 25-qubit superconducting quantum computer at C-DAC Pune under the National Quantum Mission. Open to researchers via a cloud portal.
Why it matters
UPSC GS-3 (S&T). National Quantum Mission (₹6000 cr, 2023-2031) targets 50-1000 qubit machines. Connect with US, China, EU quantum race.