News for 'method'

New Solar-Powered Method Could Revolutionise Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

New Solar-Powered Method Could Revolutionise Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Researchers at the University of Sheffield have developed a novel method for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using concentrated solar energy and captured CO2, potentially reducing reliance on used cooking oil.

UPI emerges as dominant payment method, drives 92% of transactions

UPI emerges as dominant payment method, drives 92% of transactions

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A new report indicates that UPI has become the dominant payment method for lenders, accounting for over 90% of transactions. The report also highlights trends in investment amounts, diversification strategies, and geographic participation in peer-to-peer lending.

Cashless toll plazas: NHs to go fully digital from April 10

Cashless toll plazas: NHs to go fully digital from April 10

Rediff.com4 days ago

Cash payments will be discontinued at toll plazas on national highways from April 10, with FASTag as the primary mode of payment and UPI as a fallback option at a higher charge.

DRI Busts International Gold Smuggling Syndicate at Bengaluru Airport

DRI Busts International Gold Smuggling Syndicate at Bengaluru Airport

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a major international gold smuggling syndicate operating through Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, arresting five individuals and seizing a significant quantity of gold.

Delhi Excise Department Busts Illegal Liquor Godown in Samaypur Badli

Delhi Excise Department Busts Illegal Liquor Godown in Samaypur Badli

Rediff.com7 days ago

An excise department team seized a container in northwest Delhi's Samaypur Badli area that was being used as a godown of illicit liquor, recovering 187 cartons worth over Rs 5 lakh.

'There was method': Root explains Smith's risky shot

'There was method': Root explains Smith's risky shot

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

England batter Joe Root defended fellow teammate Jamie Smith for his dismissal in the first innings of the final Sydney Test

India-Sweden Project Uses AI to Fight Pneumonia

India-Sweden Project Uses AI to Fight Pneumonia

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A new research collaboration between India and Sweden is using artificial intelligence to accelerate the discovery of peptide-based therapeutics for pneumonia, aiming to shorten drug development timelines and combat drug-resistant infections.

Recipe: Deepa And Ashish's Umame Edamame

Recipe: Deepa And Ashish's Umame Edamame

Rediff.com3 days ago

Edamame like you have never had before.

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Delhi After Two-Month Operation

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Delhi After Two-Month Operation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested Kusum, an alleged kingpin of a multi-state drug syndicate, under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). Kusum had been absconding and was declared a proclaimed offender in connection with an NDPS case.

Camel-Based Liquor Smuggling Attempt Foiled in Delhi

Camel-Based Liquor Smuggling Attempt Foiled in Delhi

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A man was arrested in Delhi for allegedly using camels to smuggle illicit liquor from Haryana through forest trails, in an attempt to evade police checkpoints.

Madhya Pradesh Woman and Lover Arrested in Husband's Murder Conspiracy

Madhya Pradesh Woman and Lover Arrested in Husband's Murder Conspiracy

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A woman in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly conspired with her lover to murder her husband, attempting to disguise the crime as a robbery. Both the woman and her lover are now in custody, while an accomplice remains at large.

MP woman conspires with lover to kill husband

MP woman conspires with lover to kill husband

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A woman in Madhya Pradesh's Bhind district allegedly conspired with her lover to murder her husband, staging the crime as a robbery. Both the woman and her lover have been arrested, while another suspect remains at large.

UP: Bodies of Man and Woman Found, Suspected Suicide Due to Affair

UP: Bodies of Man and Woman Found, Suspected Suicide Due to Affair

Rediff.com6 days ago

The bodies of a man and a married woman were discovered in a field in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, with police suspecting a suicide pact due to an affair. Investigations are underway to determine the exact circumstances.

Bengali Recipes: Kolkata Mutton Biryani, Jackfruit Kofta

Bengali Recipes: Kolkata Mutton Biryani, Jackfruit Kofta

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bengali cuisine is known for its delicate balance of flavours, subtle use of spices, and a deep respect for fresh, seasonal ingredients.

IIT Researchers Create Affordable 3D Tracking for Surgical Tools

IIT Researchers Create Affordable 3D Tracking for Surgical Tools

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Researchers at IIT have developed a novel and cost-effective method for tracking surgical instruments in 3D using standard 2D video, potentially improving the precision and accessibility of minimally invasive surgeries.

Odisha Recipe: Pratibha's Ghanta Tarkari

Odisha Recipe: Pratibha's Ghanta Tarkari

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ghanta Tarkari is a classic Odia dish prepared using a mix of seasonal vegetables, often cooked in large batches and shared with family and neighbours.

ICMR Backs IIT Kharagpur's Affordable Anaemia Test

ICMR Backs IIT Kharagpur's Affordable Anaemia Test

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has recommended HemoQR, a low-cost, portable anaemia screening tool developed at IIT Kharagpur, for its simple and rapid method of checking haemoglobin levels using a smartphone.

Recipe: Vaishali's Stir Fry Veggie One-Pot Meal

Recipe: Vaishali's Stir Fry Veggie One-Pot Meal

Rediff.com5 days ago

A stir-fry with an adequate range and volume of vegetables, that incorporates a little protein, be it paneer or tofu or something else, is a hearty, carb-free meal by itself, that will keep you full for several hours.

Landmark Study Assesses Reproducibility in Social Sciences

Landmark Study Assesses Reproducibility in Social Sciences

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A seven-year study analysing thousands of social science research papers reveals insights into the reproducibility and robustness of findings in the field.

Easter Recipes: Chicken Bhuna Masala, Mutton Korma

Easter Recipes: Chicken Bhuna Masala, Mutton Korma

Rediff.com7 days ago

Easter celebrations in north Indian Christian households are special in their own way. The reflective period of Lent is followed by joyful, food-rich celebrations with strong community and family bonding.

Ex-Professor's Bomb Threat Spree Driven by Fury at Legal System

Ex-Professor's Bomb Threat Spree Driven by Fury at Legal System

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

An ex-assistant professor, Srinivas Louis, has been arrested for allegedly making over 1,100 hoax bomb threats across India and Pakistan. Police investigations revealed that Louis was motivated by resentment towards the legal system due to a family land dispute.

How Jharkhand Police Cracked 'Digital Arrest' Extortion Case

How Jharkhand Police Cracked 'Digital Arrest' Extortion Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Jharkhand CID arrests a man from Bihar for allegedly extorting over Rs 10 lakh from an elderly person through 'digital arrest'.

Jain Recipes: Kele Appe, Pav Bhaji, Mango Sevaiya Custard

Jain Recipes: Kele Appe, Pav Bhaji, Mango Sevaiya Custard

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Jain food is light on the stomach and uses no potatoes, onions or garlic. Try these green banana specials. And a mango custard.

Beed Man Faces Charges for Illegal Triple Talaq Divorce

Beed Man Faces Charges for Illegal Triple Talaq Divorce

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A man in Beed district, along with four relatives, has been booked for allegedly divorcing his wife using the banned 'triple talaq' method. The victim reported years of abuse and dowry demands.

IPL 2026: How Bishnoi Bounced Back After 'Difficult' Last Season

IPL 2026: How Bishnoi Bounced Back After 'Difficult' Last Season

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ravi Bishnoi believes he has turned a major weakness into his strength after putting on a match-winning display in Saturday's IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans.

IPL 2026: Ashwin explains how moving away from Tests gave Virat Kohli more attacking freedom

IPL 2026: Ashwin explains how moving away from Tests gave Virat Kohli more attacking freedom

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has noted a clear shift in Virat Kohli's batting style over the past two years, saying the senior pro has moved from a rigid, controlled approach to a more free-flowing and attacking method.

Abhishek Sharma's batting: There's method in the madness

Abhishek Sharma's batting: There's method in the madness

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

New Zealand batter Mark Chapman said Abhishek Sharma's breathtaking six-hitting is driven by planning and game awareness, adding that the Kiwis will look to learn from the Indian opener ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The latest seizure adds to a series of drug hauls reported from Assam and other northeastern states in recent months, indicating the persistence of trafficking routes across the region.

US, Iran fail to reach agreement after 21 hours of talks

US, Iran fail to reach agreement after 21 hours of talks

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Direct talks between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, have failed to produce an agreement after 21 hours of negotiations, with disagreements over Iran's nuclear ambitions and sanctions proving insurmountable.

Cyber Fraud Racket Offering Fake Escort Services Busted in Rajasthan

Cyber Fraud Racket Offering Fake Escort Services Busted in Rajasthan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police have dismantled a cyber fraud racket operating from a remote island in Dungarpur district, arresting 12 individuals involved in offering fake escort services and scamming victims across the country.

PM Modi Lauds Anveshana for Making Science Accessible to Students

PM Modi Lauds Anveshana for Making Science Accessible to Students

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Anveshana programme of Prayoga Institute of Education Research for its work in making scientific research accessible to school students. The programme, launched in 2022, supports student-led research projects and provides hands-on learning opportunities.

Assam Rifles Enhances CISF Drone Awareness and Response Capabilities

Assam Rifles Enhances CISF Drone Awareness and Response Capabilities

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Assam Rifles conducted a drone awareness and training session for CISF personnel, focusing on drone identification, threat assessment, and response measures.

Recipe: Chef Varun's Homestyle Prawn Curry

Recipe: Chef Varun's Homestyle Prawn Curry

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Chef Varun Inamdar incorporates millets in a coastal Homestyle Prawn Curry.

UPI Transactions Surge to Record Levels in March

UPI Transactions Surge to Record Levels in March

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in India reached a record high in March, with 22.64 billion transactions, marking a significant increase from the previous year and highlighting the growing adoption of digital payments.

High Court Orders Release of Man Jailed for Unpaid Maintenance

High Court Orders Release of Man Jailed for Unpaid Maintenance

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has ordered the immediate release of a man sentenced to 22 months in civil prison for failing to pay maintenance to his wife, highlighting legal interpretations of maintenance enforcement.

Recipes: Basundi, Mohanthal Ladoo and more

Recipes: Basundi, Mohanthal Ladoo and more

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Gudi Padwa recipes for the foodie in you.

How RBI's Two-Factor Authentication Will Impact Digital Payments

How RBI's Two-Factor Authentication Will Impact Digital Payments

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Two-factor authentication for all digital transactions, including UPI, is now mandatory in India, as per RBI guidelines, to enhance security and curb fraud.

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Rediff.com1 days ago

Trump seems to have estimated that Ghalibaf is a pragmatic politician who is receptive to close relations with the US and is enthusiastic about fostering business and economic ties in particular, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Pilot Claims Vijayan and Modi Follow Similar Political Approaches

Pilot Claims Vijayan and Modi Follow Similar Political Approaches

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

AICC general secretary Sachin Pilot has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of following similar political approaches to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging a tacit understanding between the CPI(M) and the BJP in Kerala.

Customs Officials at Pune Airport Intercept Major Hydroponic Marijuana Shipment

Customs Officials at Pune Airport Intercept Major Hydroponic Marijuana Shipment

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Customs officials at Pune International Airport seized a large consignment of hydroponic marijuana, valued at Rs 26.8 crore, that was concealed within boxes labelled as 'Mandarin orange sacs' arriving from Bangkok.