January 9, 2026

India’s First Commercial Quantum Computer to Be Deployed at IIIT Dharwad

Karnataka to host India’s first commercial quantum computer at IIIT Dharwad. The state pushes quantum tech growth with QpiAI and explores new water safety tech with Singapore’s ZWEEC.

January 9, 2026

India's New Pesticides Management Bill Aims to Modernize and Strengthen Regulations

The Union Agriculture Ministry invites public comments on the draft Pesticides Management Bill to replace the Insecticides Act, 1968. The Bill focuses on safer pesticide use, wider regulation, and stricter penalties.

January 9, 2026

Panama’s Ocean Upwelling Fails in 2025, Threatening Marine Life

For the first time in decades, Panama’s ocean upwelling stopped in 2025. This rare pause kept waters warm, cutting nutrient flow, lowering fish numbers, and increasing reef bleaching. Scientists warn this event reveals hidden climate risks for coastal ecosystems worldwide.

January 8, 2026

New Study Shows Europa’s Ocean Is Still, Weakening Hopes for Life

Scientists find Europa’s ocean under ice is calm and lacks heat flow. This slows chances of life despite water’s presence. NASA’s Europa Clipper mission will test these findings soon.

January 8, 2026

Thousands of Tonnes of Toxic Litter Flow from Rhine into North Sea Every Year

Research shows the Rhine River pours up to 4,700 tonnes of harmful litter into the North Sea yearly. This includes heavy metals and plastics threatening ecosystems and infrastructure.