The Union Cabinet approved the National Quantum Mission (NQM) on 19th April 2023 at a total outlay of Rs.6003.65 Crore for a period of eight years. NQM is a landmark initiative aimed at propelling India to the forefront of quantum research, innovation, and applications. With the rapid advancement of quantum technologies globally, the mission seeks to harness the immense potential of quantum science and technology to drive economic growth, scientific exploration, and technological breakthroughs. Under the National Quantum Mission, Academia institutions/ R&D Labs are invited to submit innovative pre-proposals aligned with the Mission's objectives. The pre-proposals should demonstrate the quantum technologies to advance the application of quantum science and technology, in the following thematic areas: I. Quantum Computing II. Quantum Communication III. Quantum Sensing & Metrology IV. Quantum Materials & Devices A call for pre-proposal for setting up the Thematic hubs in the four verticals is launched on 20th January 2024 by Secretary DST. It invites academia/institutions/R&D Labs to submit innovative proposals aligned with the objectives of NQM to set up the T-Hubs. More details related to the call for proposal are given at https://onlinedst.gov.in