{
  "id": 17242669,
  "title": "Quantum tech can help solve complex problems: Jnan Yalla",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/quantum-tech-can-help-solve-complex-problems-jnan-yalla",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T15:13:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/quantum-tech-can-help-solve-complex-problems-jnan-yalla/article71645579.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Quantum computing is a transformative technology capable of significantly enhancing our ability to tackle complex problems, according to Jnan Yalla, a Research Officer in the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Central government. He made this statement after inaugurating the Qiskit Fall Fest, organized by Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and IBM in Belagavi. Yalla highlighted the potential of quantum technology in various fields such as healthcare, drug discovery, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, climate change, and the development of new materials. He emphasized that India is actively working to strengthen its research and development capabilities in this area. Yalla encouraged engineering students to view quantum technology not just as a subject, but as a pivotal opportunity to shape the future. VTU Vice-Chancellor S. Vidyashankar urged students to foster curiosity and conduct research with determination, stressing the importance of collaboration to create new technologies. IBM engineer A. Janani echoed similar sentiments, pointing out how quantum algorithms can accelerate and streamline artificial intelligence and machine learning processes. The program included poster presentations, a hackathon, and technical sessions, with a report on the Quantum Club's activities released.",
  "summary": "Qiskit Fall Fest inaugurated at Visvesvaraya Technological University in Belagavi",
  "key_points": [
    "Quantum computing enhances problem-solving capabilities, says Jnan Yalla",
    "Applications in healthcare, drug discovery, AI, cybersecurity, climate change",
    "India strengthening research, development in quantum technology"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}