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Humanoids are shipping

The humanoid revolution is already in the factory

Tesla Optimus, Figure 02, Unitree H1 and Apptronik Apollo are no longer concept videos - they are on production lines. Here is the honest state of the art.

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Made for India

Specs, prices and availability - in rupees

Every robot we cover comes with India-specific pricing, customs guidance and a realistic view of what is actually importable today.

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Under the hood

The AI stack that makes humanoids work

VLA models, imitation learning and foundation models from Nvidia, DeepMind, Tesla and Figure - without the marketing spin.

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Robots at home

The best robot vacuums, mops and cooking bots for Indian homes

Roborock, Roomba, Dreame, Nymble Julia and the consumer robots actually worth buying in 2026.

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Drones and fields

India's agri-drone wave, grounded

Garuda Aerospace, ideaForge and DJI Agras - who is actually spraying Indian fields, and what it costs the farmer.

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Start with the machines that matter

Four pillars of the RobotWale library - from humanoids to the AI stack underneath.

Famous Humanoids

Tesla Optimus, Figure 02, Unitree H1, Apptronik Apollo and more.

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AI & Robotics

VLA models, imitation learning and the robotics foundation models.

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Home & Consumer

Robot vacuums, cooking bots and the robots already living in Indian homes.

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Drones & Agri

DJI Agras, Garuda Aerospace, ideaForge and India's drone wave.

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Latest articles

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Imitation Learning
Imitation Learning in Robotics: Teleoperation, Demonstrations, and the Path to Commercial Hardware

An objective assessment of imitation learning (IL) in robotics, covering teleoperation data collection, behavior cloning algorithms, and current hardware availability in India and globally.

Jun 13, 2026 8 min
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Vision-Language-Action Models
Vision-Language-Action Models: Shipping Hardware vs. The Hype Cycle

An analysis of Google DeepMind's RT-2, UC Berkeley's Octo, and Stanford's OpenVLA. Evaluating VLA models against shipping hardware, pilot deployments, and India market availability with landed cost estimates.

Jun 13, 2026 9 min
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DRDO R&D Centres
DRDO R&D Centres: A Grounded Assessment of Indian Humanoid and Combat Robotics

An evidence-based review of the Defence Research and Development Organisation's output in humanoid and combat robotics, distinguishing between deployed prototypes, public announcements, and actual shipping hardware within the Indian defence ecosystem.

Jun 13, 2026 7 min
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IIT Humanoid Labs
Humanoid Robotics Research at Indian Institutes of Technology: A Status Report

An objective assessment of humanoid robotics research at IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, and IISc, focusing on prototypes, technical capabilities, and commercial readiness. This report evaluates claims against shipping hardware and pilot deployments, highlighting the gap between academic prototypes and industrial deployment.

Jun 13, 2026 7 min
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Honda ASIMO Legacy
Honda ASIMO Legacy: The Quiet Architect of Modern Humanoid Robotics

An objective assessment of Honda ASIMO’s technical contributions, commercial limitations, and retirement. This article evaluates ASIMO’s impact on current humanoid development without overstating its current relevance or availability in the Indian market.

Jun 13, 2026 8 min
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Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics: Separating Hydraulic Heritage from Electric Future

An objective review of Boston Dynamics’ transition from research lab to commercial provider, focusing on Atlas and Spot hardware realities rather than concept hype.

Jun 13, 2026 7 min
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Service & Warranty
Service & Warranty Realities for Humanoid Robots in India

An analysis of warranty terms, spare parts logistics, and service infrastructure challenges for early humanoid robot adopters in India, focusing on available hardware and import regulations.

Jun 13, 2026 9 min
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Import & Customs
Importing Humanoid Robots to India: Customs, Duties, and Compliance Guide

A detailed breakdown of the regulatory, tax, and logistical requirements for importing humanoid robots into India, including HS codes, GST rates, and clearance procedures.

Jun 13, 2026 10 min
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Pre-Order Guide
Humanoid Robot Pre-Order Guide: Who Is Shipping Hardware in 2024?

A factual assessment of which humanoid robot manufacturers are accepting orders, realistic lead times, and pricing for the Indian market. We prioritize shipping hardware over concept announcements, analyzing Tesla, Figure, 1X Technologies, and Asian manufacturers with a focus on import regulations and landed costs.

Jun 13, 2026 9 min

Latest robotics news

Humanoid launches, deployments, funding and India-focused coverage - in one place.

IIT Madras Unveils HR-1 Humanoid Robot for Indian Manufacturing Sector
AI & Robotics
IIT Madras Unveils HR-1 Humanoid Robot for Indian Manufacturing Sector
2 days ago
Tesla Unveils Optimus Gen 2 with Enhanced Dexterity; India Market Entry Anticipated
Product Launches
Tesla Unveils Optimus Gen 2 with Enhanced Dexterity; India Market Entry Anticipated
yesterday
Asimov Robotics Targets Indian Market with New HR1 Humanoid Model
Humanoid News
Asimov Robotics Targets Indian Market with New HR1 Humanoid Model
9 hours ago
BharatBot 1.0 Unveiled in India; RobotWale Releases Initial Review
Reviews & Opinion
BharatBot 1.0 Unveiled in India; RobotWale Releases Initial Review
5 hours ago
India Robotics Week 2024 Concludes in Pune with Major Humanoid Showcases
Events & Expos
India Robotics Week 2024 Concludes in Pune with Major Humanoid Showcases
2 days ago
MeitY Opens Public Consultation on Humanoid Robot Safety Standards
Policy & Regulation
MeitY Opens Public Consultation on Humanoid Robot Safety Standards
11 hours ago

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