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In the late 1990s, a hidden nanotechnology breakthrough helped clean dangerous chemicals from groundwaterJacqueline Quinn, inspired by her parents, pursued a career in science and engineering. She developed emulsified zero-valent iron, a ground...31 Jul, 2026, 12.59 AM IST- India to buck APAC slowdown despite oil, trade and El Nino risks: Moody's AnalyticsIndia's economy is projected to grow strongly in the Asia-Pacific region. Higher oil prices and global slowdown pose significant risks to t...31 Jul, 2026, 12.49 AM IST
- Big bets, bigger risks: Why US oil majors are holding back in VenezuelaUS oil companies and Venezuela's government face stalled negotiations over key oil assets. Companies seek fiscal guarantees and access to a...31 Jul, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
- The ripple effect of El Nino runs from village fields to corporate boardroomsA deficient monsoon warning flags many districts at risk across India. Reduced agricultural yields will increase food inflation and rural i...30 Jul, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
- In 1982, a deadly flood exposed one of America's worst toxic disasters. Here's what happened to Times Beach, MissouriTimes Beach faced a major environmental disaster due to dioxin-contaminated waste oil. Flooding in 1982 spread the toxic contamination acro...29 Jul, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- Shocking Discovery: 300 WWII bombs found at former Athens airport site during massive redevelopmentNearly 300 World War II bombs and hazardous materials were found during soil cleanup. Oily waste from decades of airport operations also re...29 Jul, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
- Euro zone bonds snap three-day rally, yields rise with oilAs oil prices surged on Wednesday, Euro zone government bonds experienced a decline. Heightened hostilities in the Middle East were a major...29 Jul, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
- In 1990, Texas shrimper Diane Wilson began hunger strikes against petrochemical pollution; decades later, her nurdle lawsuit won a $50 million settlementDiane Wilson fought a petrochemical company for decades over pollution. She used hunger strikes and a protest boat to gain attention. Wilso...29 Jul, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
- Retrospective environmental clearances: SC quashes 2021 directive granting Centre, others power to grant ECsThe Supreme Court has quashed the Centre's 2021 Office Memorandum regarding retrospective environmental clearances. This significant order ...29 Jul, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
- Global Market: Warning signals flash red as oil, AI concerns and debt risks rattle investorsSeveral key market warning indicators are approaching crisis levels now. Elevated oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty fuel inflation co...29 Jul, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
- At least 8,500 potentially polluting shipwrecks are rusting on the ocean floor with fuel still inside; leaks in Micronesia show the risk that one storm or earthquake could unleashSunken World War II warships are becoming a significant pollution threat globally. These vessels hold vast amounts of oil and are slowly co...28 Jul, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
- Why some smokers don't develop lung cancer, while non-smokers do: New study reveals direct evidenceNew research reveals how inherited genetics impact DNA damage from exposures. This study provides direct evidence explaining why cancer ris...27 Jul, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
- Oil slips 5% after US, Iran pause fighting over weekendOil prices experienced a significant five percent decline on Monday. This drop occurred after the United States and Iran paused strikes ove...27 Jul, 2026, 07.18 AM IST
- Russia crude prices swing wildly amid Iran warThe landscape of Russian crude prices for Indian refiners has seen considerable volatility influenced by the Iran war. Initially, discounts...26 Jul, 2026, 11.57 PM IST
- Florida returns over 500,000 tonnes of recycled oyster shells to Gulf of Mexico, helping restore marine lifeFlorida successfully recycled over 500,000 tonnes of oyster and clam shells for reef restoration. These shells provided essential foundatio...26 Jul, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
- Hormuz, Red Sea spark a 1,000% war-risk premium shockWar-risk insurance premiums have surged by as much as 1,000% as tensions across the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea disrupt shipping. Fres...24 Jul, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
- Oil Price Today (July 24): Crude oil dips below $100 but up 13% this week as supply tensions mount. $120 per barrel possible?Brent futures fell 81 cents, or 1%, to $99.68 a barrel at 0126 GMT, but were still set for a 13.5% rise this week. West Texas Intermediate ...24 Jul, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
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