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How Data Centres Contribute To Urban Heat Islands

How Data Centres Contribute To Urban Heat Islands

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A new study in Phoenix, USA, reveals that waste heat from data centres can significantly increase air temperatures in nearby neighbourhoods, exacerbating urban heat island effects.

Which Indian Universities Rank Among World's Best?

Which Indian Universities Rank Among World's Best?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The latest QS World University Rankings reveal that several Indian institutions, including IITs, JNU, and BITS Pilani, have secured positions among the world's top 50 in various subjects.

Biocon Succession Plan: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Names Claire Mazumdar as Future Leader

Biocon Succession Plan: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Names Claire Mazumdar as Future Leader

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw names niece Claire Mazumdar as successor at Biocon. Explore the leadership transition, strategy, and future plans.

Meet Amit Kshatriya, Indian-American behind historic moon mission

Meet Amit Kshatriya, Indian-American behind historic moon mission

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Indian-American scientist Amit Kshatriya's journey from watching rocket launches in Houston to becoming NASA's Associate Administrator is a testament to his dedication and expertise in space exploration.

Why AI Hasn't Revolutionised Cybercrime Yet

Why AI Hasn't Revolutionised Cybercrime Yet

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A new study analysing millions of posts from underground cybercrime forums reveals that cybercriminals are struggling to effectively utilise AI tools, despite widespread experimentation since the launch of ChatGPT.

Student Suicide At NIT Kurukshetra: Protests Erupt

Student Suicide At NIT Kurukshetra: Protests Erupt

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A second-year student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, was found dead in her hostel room, marking the fourth suspected student suicide in two months, triggering protests on campus.

Why The UPSC Is India's Most Competitive Exam

Why The UPSC Is India's Most Competitive Exam

Rediff.com18 May 2026

rediffGURU Nayagam PP, career counsellor and founder of EduJob360 explains why cracking the UPSC exam is a dream for lakhs of young Indians.

Suvendu aide murder: CBI probe hints at Rs 1 cr contract killing

Suvendu aide murder: CBI probe hints at Rs 1 cr contract killing

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The CBI has registered an FIR in the alleged murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, taking over the investigation from the state police following a request from the state government.

CBI Investigates Possible Contract Killing Of Adhikari Aide

CBI Investigates Possible Contract Killing Of Adhikari Aide

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The CBI is investigating the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, suspecting it was a meticulously planned contract killing. The investigation involves forensic analysis and examination of potential interstate criminal links.

AI puts India's office market back to work

AI puts India's office market back to work

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a potential new demand driver for India's office market, with AI-focused technology (tech) firms actively leasing new office space and established information technology (IT) companies expanding their footprint as they ramp up investments in AI.

How Tata Steel Is Using AI To Transform Operations

How Tata Steel Is Using AI To Transform Operations

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Tata Steel has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to deploy a unified, enterprise-wide artificial intelligence (AI) strategy across its global value chain, resulting in significant operational improvements.

NatWest Wants To Hire 3,000 Engineers In India

NatWest Wants To Hire 3,000 Engineers In India

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

With 18,000 employees already, NatWest eyes 3,000 engineers in India by next year to strengthen its AI and data capabilities.

How The Heart's Mechanical Load Suppresses Cancer Growth

How The Heart's Mechanical Load Suppresses Cancer Growth

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A new study suggests the mechanical load from the constant beating of the heart may suppress cancer cell growth, offering insights into why heart cancer is rare. Researchers found that cellular pathways in heart tissues alter gene regulation in cancer cells, preventing proliferation.

GESDA and CERN Partner to Ensure Quantum Computing Accessibility for All

GESDA and CERN Partner to Ensure Quantum Computing Accessibility for All

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Open Quantum Institute, a joint initiative by GESDA and CERN, aims to ensure that quantum computing is accessible to all when it becomes widely available, fostering global collaboration and capacity building.

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that human cells, including cancer cells, possess the ability to sense their environment far beyond their immediate point of contact, potentially influencing cell movement and cancer spread.

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that human cells, including cancer cells, possess the ability to sense their environment far beyond their immediate point of contact, potentially influencing cell movement and cancer spread.

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Open Quantum Institute (OQI), a joint initiative by Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) and CERN, aims to ensure equitable access to quantum computing when it becomes widely available, fostering international cooperation and addressing societal implications.

Best Colleges To Study Computer Science

Best Colleges To Study Computer Science

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar counsels students about how to pursue a successful career in science, medicine and technology.

Kerala CM Reacts to Student Suicide, Vows Investigation

Kerala CM Reacts to Student Suicide, Vows Investigation

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has condemned the alleged suicide of a BDS student following accusations of caste-based harassment. An investigation has been launched, and support pledged to the victim's family.

Rajasthan Couple Found Dead in Home; Robbery Suspected

Rajasthan Couple Found Dead in Home; Robbery Suspected

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

An elderly couple was allegedly murdered in their home in Beawar, Rajasthan, with police investigating a possible robbery motive. Four suspects, including two minors, have been detained.

The Best Engineering Streams After Class 12

The Best Engineering Streams After Class 12

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Computer science has been an evergreen choice among engineering aspirants. However, with the rise in AI, students are increasingly realising the potential of automation and robotics.

Odisha twins score identical 99.998 percentile in JEE Main

Odisha twins score identical 99.998 percentile in JEE Main

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Identical twins Mahroof Ahmed Khan and Masroor Ahmed Khan from Bhubneswar scored identical marks in the JEE Main exam, both achieving the 99.998th percentile. The brothers, who studied together at Allen Career Institute in Kota, are now preparing for JEE Advanced and aspire to study Computer Science at IIT Bombay.

Study Advanced Data Science Online At IIT-Delhi

Study Advanced Data Science Online At IIT-Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The eight-month intensive programme is designed to help professionals develop comprehensive expertise across both data science and decision science, said IIT-Delhi.

'Gaddars': Punjab CM Mann slams AAP MPs joining BJP

'Gaddars': Punjab CM Mann slams AAP MPs joining BJP

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has strongly criticised Aam Aadmi Party members who defected to the BJP, labelling them as 'traitors' and accusing the BJP of attempting to destabilise the AAP government in Punjab.

515 ABW Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing and Security

515 ABW Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing and Security

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The 515 Army Base Workshop (ABW) in Bengaluru has signed multiple MoUs to strengthen indigenous drone manufacturing and ecosystem resilience, marking a significant step towards modernisation and self-reliance in unmanned systems.

Bengaluru Army Workshop Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing

Bengaluru Army Workshop Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The 515 Army Base Workshop in Bengaluru has signed multiple strategic MoUs to bolster indigenous drone manufacturing and ecosystem resilience, marking a significant step towards modernisation and self-reliance in unmanned systems.

IIT Kharagpur to Open School of Digital Learning, AI and Machine Learning

IIT Kharagpur to Open School of Digital Learning, AI and Machine Learning

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has announced the launch of a new school dedicated to digital learning, applied artificial intelligence, and machine learning, supported by a significant philanthropic commitment.

'We Will See A Different BJP In Bengal'

'We Will See A Different BJP In Bengal'

Rediff.com7 May 2026

'In West Bengal, the BJP's ideology of Hindutva will be customised to cater to the culture and the cultural imperatives of Bengalis.'

How To Download GATE 2026 Admit Card

How To Download GATE 2026 Admit Card

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Registered and eligible candidates can download their GATE 2026 from the official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in, using their valid login credentials.

Foreign Universities Offer Rs 1,000 Cr Scholarships

Foreign Universities Offer Rs 1,000 Cr Scholarships

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The scholarships are expected to support both merit- and need-based categories, including students from non-metro regions and those enrolling in high-demand disciplines such as AI and other STEM fields.

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.

Hyderabad claims its place as global MNC destination

Hyderabad claims its place as global MNC destination

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Hyderabad is rapidly emerging as a strategic hub for multinational companies (MNCs) deepening their focus on artificial intelligence (AI), life sciences, and global capability centres (GCCs), supported by the city's strong pharmaceutical (pharma) base, deeptech talent pool, and a policy environment that encourages high-value investment.

Infosys Q4 Net Profit Surges 21% to Rs 8,501 Crore, Projects 1.5-3.5% Revenue Growth for FY27

Infosys Q4 Net Profit Surges 21% to Rs 8,501 Crore, Projects 1.5-3.5% Revenue Growth for FY27

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Infosys reported a 20.8 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to 8,501 crore for the January-March quarter of FY26, with revenue from operations rising 13.4 per cent to 46,402 crore. The IT major has guided for a 1.5 to 3.5 per cent revenue growth for FY27, driven by momentum in financial services, utilities, and emerging AI services, despite a volatile macroeconomic environment and geopolitical risks.

Why Are Healthy People Always So Tired?

Why Are Healthy People Always So Tired?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

'Fatigue is the body's most honest signal, not that you're doing too little (in terms of exercise and diet) but that something deeper isn't working the way it should,' says Ritesh Bawri, founder and chief science officer at wellness platform Nira Balance.

Proposed H-1B wage hike to impact Indian IT, favouring higher-skilled workers

Proposed H-1B wage hike to impact Indian IT, favouring higher-skilled workers

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Trump administration's proposed H-1B wage structure aims to increase pay for skilled overseas workers in the US by an average of $14,000, with Level I wages potentially rising to $97,746. This move, coupled with a weighted selection process favouring higher-skilled workers, is intended to curb abuse of visa programmes and ensure parity with American workers, but has already led to a sharp decline in H-1B applications, particularly from Indian IT companies.

India's Space Plans Hit Funding Snag

India's Space Plans Hit Funding Snag

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

While India's interplanetary ambitions remain significant, the current pace of financial and technical progress raises questions about whether the 2027-2028 timelines can be met.

Last Date For KCET Registration Is Feb 17

Last Date For KCET Registration Is Feb 17

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), KCET is a state-level entrance exam, performance in which enables admission into undergraduate courses like engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, veterinary science, and allied programmes for the academic year 2026-27.

10 Hot Engineering Careers After Class 12

10 Hot Engineering Careers After Class 12

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Nayagam PP, a certified career counsellor and the founder of EduJob360, lists the top and emerging career streams in engineering.

Want To Study BPharm, Engineering In Europe?

Want To Study BPharm, Engineering In Europe?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

rediffGURU Sushil Sukhwani offers guidance about the best courses and colleges for an international education.

Just Who Is Allu Sirish's Bride Nayanika Reddy?

Just Who Is Allu Sirish's Bride Nayanika Reddy?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Telugu actor star Allu Sirish's wedding celebrations is on full swing in Hyderabad. His bride Nayanika Reddy is not from the film industry, so just who is she? Namrata Thakker finds out.