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The Top 5 Engineering Careers In India

The Top 5 Engineering Careers In India

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Nayagam PP, career counsellor and founder of EduJobs360, explains how traditional engineering choices are being replaced with flexible, future-ready career paths that align with industry requirements.

Low Birth Weight Linked To Increased Stroke Risk In Young Adults

Low Birth Weight Linked To Increased Stroke Risk In Young Adults

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A Swedish study reveals that individuals born with low birth weight face a significantly elevated risk of stroke in early adulthood, regardless of their BMI or gestational age.

How Research and Applied Sciences Can Drive India's Sustainability Goals

How Research and Applied Sciences Can Drive India's Sustainability Goals

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

CSIR Director General N Kalaiselvi emphasised the importance of research and applied sciences in developing sustainable solutions for India's energy security and environmental challenges at an international conference on Sustainability Through Fundamental and Applied Sciences (STFAS), 2026.

2 Years On, Automakers Still Waiting For Govt to Clear FAME-II Dues

2 Years On, Automakers Still Waiting For Govt to Clear FAME-II Dues

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Under FAME-II, automakers provided subsidies to electric vehicle (EV) customers at the time of purchase, with the understanding that the government would reimburse the firms later.

Iran War Hits Kerala Tourism Hard

Iran War Hits Kerala Tourism Hard

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

'We have lost 70-80 per cent of our business from foreign guests.'

Silver lining to India's ageing truck fleet

Silver lining to India's ageing truck fleet

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

India's rapidly ageing truck fleet, with 42% of vehicles over 12 years old, is set to trigger a replacement-driven growth of 3-5% annually over the next five years.

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Valentine's Day may be global. But love in India is beautifully local.

ISIS-linked terror module targeting Indian youth, women busted

ISIS-linked terror module targeting Indian youth, women busted

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Indian authorities have dismantled a terror module with suspected links to ISIS and other extremist organisations, allegedly involved in radicalising youth across multiple states.

Bharat Taxi Navigates Competition and Digital Adoption Hurdles

Bharat Taxi Navigates Competition and Digital Adoption Hurdles

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Cooperation Minister Amit Shah addressed Parliament regarding the challenges faced by Bharat Taxi, a government-backed cooperative ride-hailing platform, including competition from established private aggregators and resistance to digital adoption among drivers.

Arrests in Jharkhand Woman Humiliation Case

Arrests in Jharkhand Woman Humiliation Case

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Three people have been arrested and a juvenile detained in Ranchi, Jharkhand, following the public humiliation of a woman and her daughter. The victims were smeared with black paint and paraded by neighbours after a dispute over a stolen motorcycle.

Jharkhand: Teen killed in sacrificial ritual; mother, tantrik arrested

Jharkhand: Teen killed in sacrificial ritual; mother, tantrik arrested

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Police in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, have arrested a mother, an occult practitioner, and a man in connection with the ritualistic killing of a teenage girl. The girl was allegedly strangled as a sacrifice to cure the mother's son.

Chest Pain To Fatigue: 10 Silent Warning Signs Of A Heart Attack

Chest Pain To Fatigue: 10 Silent Warning Signs Of A Heart Attack

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

If a patient complains of chest pain, irrespective of what you might think the reason could be, you shouldn't delay getting medical help, advises Dr Abhilash Mishra.

Agra: 8-yr-old missing girl found dead inside flour container

Agra: 8-yr-old missing girl found dead inside flour container

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

An eight-year-old girl, missing since March 24th, was found dead inside a flour container in a rented room in Agra. Police are searching for the tenant, who is the primary suspect.

Landmark Study Assesses Reproducibility in Social and Behavioural Science Research

Landmark Study Assesses Reproducibility in Social and Behavioural Science Research

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A major US study has assessed the reproducibility of research papers in the social sciences, revealing insights into the credibility of findings and highlighting challenges in replicating results.

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.

Heart Disease Risk Calculators Inadequate for Indian Population, Study Finds

Heart Disease Risk Calculators Inadequate for Indian Population, Study Finds

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A new study reveals that widely used heart disease risk calculators may not accurately identify Indians at risk, potentially leading to underestimation of risk and delayed treatment.

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Indian government has extended the deadline for implementing SIM-binding rules for mobile messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to December 31, following requests from the industry. The Department of Telecom has also relaxed the mandatory six-hour log-out rule for web versions of these apps.

Radio Day: When India Was Radio Gaga

Radio Day: When India Was Radio Gaga

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Before playlists, podcasts, streaming apps, YouTube, television took over, radio was the centre of everyday life.

Why 6-7 Dating Trend Works!

Why 6-7 Dating Trend Works!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

In the age of dating apps, endless swiping and unrealistic expectations, a surprising relationship trend is gaining traction -- the 6-7 dating rule.

Chaitra Navratri: 9 Days Of Renewal And Devotion

Chaitra Navratri: 9 Days Of Renewal And Devotion

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Chaitra Navratri occurs in the month of Chaitra or March-April and hence its name. It marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in many regions across India.

Suffering From 'Tech Neck'? These Exercises Can Help

Suffering From 'Tech Neck'? These Exercises Can Help

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan offers advice on how to take care of your overall health.

AI-Driven Productivity Gains Reshape Tech Hiring and Cause Job Insecurity

AI-Driven Productivity Gains Reshape Tech Hiring and Cause Job Insecurity

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

TeamLease Digital CEO Neeti Sharma discusses how AI is driving a structural reset in the tech industry, leading to layoffs, reshaping hiring practices, and increasing job insecurity.

Ceiling Fan Collapse Injures Students at Barmer School

Ceiling Fan Collapse Injures Students at Barmer School

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Two young students were injured when a ceiling fan fell on them in a classroom at a government school in Barmer district. An investigation has been ordered to ensure safety.

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.

FCC Aims to Incentivise Return of Call Centres to US, Improve Customer Service

FCC Aims to Incentivise Return of Call Centres to US, Improve Customer Service

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering proposals to encourage businesses to bring call centre jobs back to the US and require call-takers to be proficient in American Standard English.

World Health Day 2026: Indoor Plants That Help You Stay Healthy

World Health Day 2026: Indoor Plants That Help You Stay Healthy

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

On World Health Day 2026, discover plants that improve health naturally, boost immunity, purify air and enhance well-being. Do read the simple gardening tips as well.

Elderly Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegations in Birbhum

Elderly Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegations in Birbhum

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 70-year-old tribal woman was allegedly murdered in West Bengal's Birbhum district after being accused of witchcraft. Police have arrested five people in connection with the crime.

Gurugram Man Arrested for Alleged Rape After Matrimonial Site Deception

Gurugram Man Arrested for Alleged Rape After Matrimonial Site Deception

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly raping a woman over several months after befriending her on a matrimonial website under the false pretense of marriage.

Another godman booked for rape in Maharashtra

Another godman booked for rape in Maharashtra

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Police have registered a case against a self-styled godman from Maharashtra's Palghar district for allegedly raping a 35-year-old Pune-based woman after claiming to be an incarnation of Lord Shiva, officials said on Friday.

SC: Husbands Must Participate in Cooking, Cleaning, and Washing

SC: Husbands Must Participate in Cooking, Cleaning, and Washing

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has stated that husbands must equally participate in household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and washing, as marriage is a partnership, not an employer-employee relationship. The observation was made during a hearing regarding a divorce petition.

Have You Heard Of Job Ghosting?

Have You Heard Of Job Ghosting?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Ghosting, while majorly, associated with candidates, is also seen as an organisational pattern -- when applicants never receive feedback after interviews or application submissions, says Sonica Aron of Marching Sheep.

Tuberculosis Deaths Rise in Mizoram: Key Trends and Initiatives

Tuberculosis Deaths Rise in Mizoram: Key Trends and Initiatives

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Mizoram reports a rise in tuberculosis-related deaths and new cases, highlighting the challenges and ongoing efforts to combat the disease in the region.

West Asia Crisis Reroutes Tourists

West Asia Crisis Reroutes Tourists

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'Travellers are considering safer and more stable destinations.'

Indian-origin county judge convicted of money laundering in US

Indian-origin county judge convicted of money laundering in US

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

An Indian-origin county judge in Texas, K P George, has been convicted of money laundering for misusing campaign funds, potentially leading to his removal from office.

B12 The Wonder Vitamin: 6 Benefits

B12 The Wonder Vitamin: 6 Benefits

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Vitamin B12 or cobalamin is a vital nutrient that crucially supports the proper functioning of your nervous system and has a role in the production of red blood cells, apart from being good for your bones, eyes, hair, skin

Centre Cracks Down on GLP-1 Drug Misuse

Centre Cracks Down on GLP-1 Drug Misuse

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Inspections conducted across 49 entities including pharmacies, wholesalers, and clinics to detect violations and misleading marketing practices.

Elderly man attacks estranged wife with acid in court, attempts suicide

Elderly man attacks estranged wife with acid in court, attempts suicide

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A 75-year-old man allegedly attacked his estranged wife with an acid-like liquid at a family court in Surat, India, before attempting to take his own life by swallowing poison. The incident occurred during a court appearance related to a maintenance case.

'You Can Share A Bed And Still Not Share Your Fears'

'You Can Share A Bed And Still Not Share Your Fears'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

India today is 'socially overstimulated and emotionally undernourished.'

How Many Indians Live In The Middle East?

How Many Indians Live In The Middle East?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Based on figures currently listed on the ministry of external affairs web site, a large number of Indians reside across West Asia.

9 Most Difficult Exams Across The Globe

9 Most Difficult Exams Across The Globe

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Success percentage rates of some of these toughest exams in the world is in single digits