Times of India

Microsoft has introduced Majorana 1, the first Quantum Processing Unit powered by a Topological Core, promising the integration of a million qubits on a single chip. This breakthrough is propelled by topoconductors, representing a new state of matter, potentially accelerating quantum computing advancement significantly within years rather than decades.

Rekha Gupta's ascent from ABVP to becoming Delhi's CM highlights BJP's strategy of nurturing leaders from grassroots. Her appointment is celebrated as a reflection of ABVP's legacy and BJP's commitment to internal democracy and merit-based leadership.

US President Donald Trump questioned the $21 million US allocation for voter turnout in India, during the FII PRIORITY summit. He highlighted India's strong economy and high tariffs on US goods. Trump also criticized the US spending in Ukraine, accusing president Zelenskyy of poor governance and alleging misuse of funds, stating the US received no benefit from its financial support.

The BJP has appointed first-time MLA Rekha Gupta as Delhi’s new Chief Minister, marking its return to power after 27 years. Gupta, a three-time councillor, was unanimously elected, and her appointment signifies the party's strategy to maintain caste and community balance in the cabinet.

A Southern California judge, Jeffrey Ferguson, is on trial for murder after confessing to fatally shooting his wife, Sheryl, following a heated argument. The prosecution claims the act was intentional, while the defense argues it was accidental. Bodycam footage and his son's testimony play crucial roles in the case. Ferguson, a former prosecutor, faces scrutiny over his extensive firearms experience and past judicial controversies.

Mississippi lieutenant governor Delbert Hosemann collapsed on the senate floor, sparking concerns and dramatic social media videos. Hosemann later attributed the incident to dehydration and reassured the public of his recovery. His office confirmed he is in good spirits, ready to resume work. The collapse follows his recent $326 million tax cut proposal aimed at balancing income and grocery taxes with infrastructure funding.

Congress leader Alka Lamba congratulated Rekha Gupta on becoming the newly elected Chief Minister of Delhi, expressing hope for a cleaner Yamuna and improved women's safety. Rekha Gupta, chosen as BJP’s legislative leader, will take the oath tomorrow at Ramlila Maidan.

Top stock market recommendations: Aakash K Hindocha from Nuvama Professional Clients Group recommends buying Axis Bank, Bajaj Finance, and JSW Steel stocks today. Nifty and Bank Nifty have shown signs of recovery after recent lows.

A fraudster claiming to be a senior embassy official from Washington DC, who took over Rs 2 lakh from a Mumbai doctor for a US visa, was exposed by an inadvertent WhatsApp video call. The doctor realized the man was in Mumbai, not the US, and reported him to the police. They are now searching for him.

Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia face legal action after controversial remarks on 'India’s Got Latent', inciting online uproar and multiple FIRs. Comedian Daniel Fernandes humorously suggests leniency, while acknowledging the serious consequences, including bans on their shows and interim bail with passport confiscation for Ranveer.

With the Champions Trophy format allowing little room for error, India's big stars, led by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, face Bangladesh in their opening Group-A match in Dubai. Hosts Pakistan, meanwhile, opened the tournament with a defeat against New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday and will face India on February 23 in a must-win game.

Israel is preparing for the return of four hostages' bodies, including three members of the Bibas family, from Hamas. The deaths of Shiri Bibas and her two young sons have been confirmed, and the remains are to be transferred respectfully on Thursday.

Vicky Kaushal's film Chhaava nears Rs 200 crore in its first week, driven by strong collections during the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti holiday. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the historical drama features an acclaimed performance by Kaushal. With one day left, it's poised to become the highest-grossing film of 2025 and Kaushal's career.

India aims to achieve its planned crewed mission to the Moon by 2040 using multiple launches and docking technology, rather than a single large rocket. Isro's recent success with the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) will provide valuable insights for future missions, including a space station project and future lunar landings.

A man who accused BRS chief K Chandrasekhar Rao of corruption in a major irrigation project was murdered in Telangana. The victim was due to appear in court following his complaint about the misappropriation of public funds. Police suspect a land dispute as the motive for the killing.