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NIT Rourkela's New System Uses Gait Recognition for Enhanced Security

NIT Rourkela's New System Uses Gait Recognition for Enhanced Security

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela have patented a fully automated system that uses thermal imaging and gait recognition to detect unauthorised access in large buildings, offering a next-generation security solution.

Kanpur Dehat Land Scam: FIR Lodged Against Officials

Kanpur Dehat Land Scam: FIR Lodged Against Officials

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Police have filed an FIR against a former additional district magistrate, company representatives, and bank officials in connection with an alleged land scam worth around Rs 400 crore in Kanpur Dehat district.

How Data Centres Contribute To Urban Heat Islands

How Data Centres Contribute To Urban Heat Islands

Rediff.com1 days ago

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.

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

Rediff.com12 May 2026

An analysis of 138 Indian cities reveals that urban greening should consider humidity and airflow for effective cooling, emphasising climate-responsive strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help industries slash fuel consumption, reduce emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water in fuel.

'Prison Can Make Or Break A Person'

'Prison Can Make Or Break A Person'

Rediff.com1 days ago

After spending 31 months in Chennai's Puzhal prison, Ahmed Buhari is finally breathing free, as courts across the country quashed proceedings linked to his group company Coastal Energy.

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help industries slash fuel consumption, reduce emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water.

Can Water Be The Answer To India's Fuel Import Woes?

Can Water Be The Answer To India's Fuel Import Woes?

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help India reduce fuel consumption, emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water in a fuel-oil-water emulsion.

Over 4,000 AI cameras, 15K personnel deployed for India AI Impact Summit

Over 4,000 AI cameras, 15K personnel deployed for India AI Impact Summit

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Over 4,000 AI-enabled cameras and 15,000 security personnel are deployed for the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, ensuring high-level security and surveillance.

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Three milestones in three days signal India's growing mastery in next-generation strategic technologies spanning nuclear deterrence, hypersonic propulsion and precision stand-off strike capability.

Beed House Break-in: Jewellery Worth Rs 5 Lakh Stolen

Beed House Break-in: Jewellery Worth Rs 5 Lakh Stolen

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Unidentified individuals broke into a house in Beed, Maharashtra, stealing gold and silver jewellery valued at Rs 5 lakh. The incident occurred at the residence of a thermal power station employee in Parli Vaijnath.

Electric Motorcycles Gain Traction, But Scaling Remains A Challenge

Electric Motorcycles Gain Traction, But Scaling Remains A Challenge

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

India's electric motorcycle market is experiencing significant growth, with a 28 per cent year-on-year increase in volumes, as new product launches and improved total cost of ownership attract a broader base of riders beyond early adopters.

Reliance Power Distances Itself from Former Executive Arrested in Money Laundering Probe

Reliance Power Distances Itself from Former Executive Arrested in Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Reliance Power clarifies that Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, arrested in a money laundering case, has not been associated with the group since 2019. The case involves alleged bank loan fraud through Reliance Group companies.

Energy-Efficient Bricks Developed by IIT Guwahati Offer Sustainable Cooling Solution

Energy-Efficient Bricks Developed by IIT Guwahati Offer Sustainable Cooling Solution

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed energy-efficient bricks designed to keep buildings naturally cool, offering a promising solution for sustainable construction. These bricks incorporate Phase Change Materials (PCMs) to absorb and release heat, reducing the need for air conditioning and lowering energy consumption.

PFBR milestone: Kalpakkam reactor achieves first criticality

PFBR milestone: Kalpakkam reactor achieves first criticality

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

India's 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam in Chennai has achieved first criticality, marking a significant advancement in the country's nuclear energy capabilities and long-term energy security.

India Braces for Record Power Demand, Risks Galore

India Braces for Record Power Demand, Risks Galore

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

India's peak power demand is projected to hit 270 GW this summer, surpassing last year's record of 250 GW.

13 killed, 21 injured in blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh

13 killed, 21 injured in blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A boiler explosion at a power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district resulted in nine fatalities and fifteen injuries, prompting rescue operations and a government investigation.

How 36-year-old woman, missing for 4 days during trek, survived

How 36-year-old woman, missing for 4 days during trek, survived

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A Kerala woman shares her remarkable survival story after spending four days lost in the dense Tadiandamol forest of Karnataka, highlighting her resilience and the extensive search efforts to bring her home safely.

Qatar declares force majeure, gas supplies to Indian industry cut

Qatar declares force majeure, gas supplies to Indian industry cut

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Qatar, India's largest supplier of imported natural gas, has declared force majeure on deliveries following a halt in production in the wake of an Iranian drone strike -- a disruption that has led to a cut in supplies to Indian industry by up to 40 per cent, sources said.

Vertiv Partners with Netweb for AI Data Center Solutions

Vertiv Partners with Netweb for AI Data Center Solutions

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Vertiv and Netweb Technologies India collaborate to engineer and validate GPU compute platforms with integrated AI data center solutions, addressing power demands and thermal densities of AI workloads.

Rs 64,000 Crore Investment in Coal Gasification to Cut Energy Imports

Rs 64,000 Crore Investment in Coal Gasification to Cut Energy Imports

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy announced that seven coal gasification projects will be established in Maharashtra, Odisha, and West Bengal with a Rs 64,000 crore investment, aiming to reduce India's reliance on energy imports.

Four held after manhunt for Mumbai jewellers theft

Four held after manhunt for Mumbai jewellers theft

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Four individuals have been apprehended following a 48-day search in Rajasthan forests for allegedly stealing jewellery worth Rs 6.79 crore from a Mumbai shop.

Modi calls for action to protect citizens from West Asia conflict impact

Modi calls for action to protect citizens from West Asia conflict impact

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened the Cabinet Committee on Security to address the impact of the West Asia conflict on Indian citizens, focusing on safeguarding them from the conflict's effects and ensuring the smooth flow of essential supplies.

India Nuclear Journey Takes A Hanuman Leap

India Nuclear Journey Takes A Hanuman Leap

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

In many ways, this is only the beginning -- of a new chapter in India's nuclear story, and of a future where its vast thorium reserves could finally power its ambitions.

Missing Girl Found Dead in Odisha's Angul District

Missing Girl Found Dead in Odisha's Angul District

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 12-year-old girl who had been missing for two days was found dead in Odisha's Angul district. Police are investigating the cause of death.

Moons Orbiting Free-Floating Planets Could Harbour Life for Billions of Years, Study Suggests

Moons Orbiting Free-Floating Planets Could Harbour Life for Billions of Years, Study Suggests

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A new study suggests that moons orbiting free-floating planets, with dense hydrogen atmospheres and tidal heating, could maintain liquid oceans for billions of years, potentially supporting the development of complex life.

Wolff Slams F1 Rivals Over Engine Rule Pressure

Wolff Slams F1 Rivals Over Engine Rule Pressure

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff accuses rival Formula One engine manufacturers of ganging up to pressure the FIA over a proposed rule change, calling the controversy a "storm in a teacup" ahead of the new season.

India hosts GraphIN 2026 to explore graphene's potential

India hosts GraphIN 2026 to explore graphene's potential

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The GraphIN 2026 conference in Kochi brings together global experts to discuss advancements in graphene and two-dimensional materials, highlighting India's growing role in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing.

Indian Scientists Pioneer DME Technology to Replace LPG Amid Supply Concerns

Indian Scientists Pioneer DME Technology to Replace LPG Amid Supply Concerns

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Researchers at CSIR-NCL have developed a technology for producing dimethyl ether (DME) as an alternative to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), potentially reducing India's reliance on imports and enhancing energy security.

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Government schemes such as the PM E-Drive initiative, with allocations of around Rs 2,000 crore for charging points deployment, are helping accelerate rollout

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

'The unexpected turn of events and assertion of sovereignty by the Taliban has baffled the Pakistan security establishment.'

Agnikul Cosmos Plans AI Data Centre Prototype Launch

Agnikul Cosmos Plans AI Data Centre Prototype Launch

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Chennai-based Agnikul Cosmos plans to launch a prototype AI data centre in orbit by the end of this year, aiming for commercial viability by 2027, according to co-founder Srinath Ravichandran.

Western Coalfields Finds Rare Earth Elements in Maharashtra Mines

Western Coalfields Finds Rare Earth Elements in Maharashtra Mines

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) has discovered significant concentrations of rare earth elements and critical minerals in its mines in Maharashtra, potentially transforming waste material into revenue-generating resources and diversifying the company's business.

India turns to US, Russia, Africa for oil as Middle East conflict escalates

India turns to US, Russia, Africa for oil as Middle East conflict escalates

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Indian refiners are negotiating for additional crude cargoes from the US, Russia, and West Africa to ensure adequate supplies amid Middle East tensions. Refineries are maintaining normal processing rates and deferring maintenance to build reserves. The move comes as conflict impacts tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy transit route.

18 killed, 24 injured in Nagpur explosives factory blast

18 killed, 24 injured in Nagpur explosives factory blast

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A blast at an explosives manufacturing factory in Nagpur, Maharashtra, resulted in the death of 17 people and injuries to 18 others. Rescue operations are underway.

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Qatar has halted liquefied natural gas (LNG) production after its facilities came under attack amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, disrupting supplies to India and squeezing feedstock availability for key domestic sectors.

Bhairav Battalion, Suryastra: Many firsts at R-Day Parade

Bhairav Battalion, Suryastra: Many firsts at R-Day Parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

61 Cavalry, Bhairav light commando battalion, DRDO's Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) and many more key military assets were part of a grand Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.

3.84 Trillion Spent On These Weapons...

3.84 Trillion Spent On These Weapons...

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The largest tranche came in July, in the wake of Operation Sindoor, with the DAC according acceptance of necessity -- or initial approval -- for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately 1.05 trillion through indigenous sourcing.

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.

Proposed Nuclear Bill Caps Liability At 3,000 Cr

Proposed Nuclear Bill Caps Liability At 3,000 Cr

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The operator's liability in the case of an incident is limited to 3,000 crore for reactors with thermal power above 3,600 Megawatt; 1,500 crore for reactors with thermal power between 1,500 Mw and 3,600 Mw; 750 crore for reactors with thermal power between 750 Mw and 1,500 Mw; 300 crore for reactors with thermal power between 150 Mw and 750 Mw; and 100 crore for reactors having thermal power up to 150 Mw, fuel cycle facilities other than spent fuel reprocessing plants and transportation of nuclear materials.