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PAPER BAG RIPENING TECHNIQUE
Get wise, not wild- Put unripe tomatoes stem-side up in a paper bag with a few holes: The setup may help them ripen by keeping ethylene close to the fruit
- Why are some pears supposed to be picked while they are still hard? Leaving them on the tree can make the flesh gritty, while indoor ripening gives better fruit
- Put hard pears in a tightly closed paper bag: The gas they naturally release gets trapped inside and speeds up the ripening process that takes 7-10 daysTo enhance the flavor and texture of pears, it's important to note that they are usually harvested while still firm. For a speedy ripening ...24 Sep, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- In 2026, Australian researchers combined satellite images and desktop mapping to uncover more than 1,000 previously uncharted coral reefsIn a groundbreaking study, researchers have unveiled over 1,000 previously hidden coral reefs off the northern coast of Australia, utilizin...24 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- Who is Roshibina Devi: How Manipur's Asian Games silver medallist fought last minute Injury replacement, mental harassment to win a medalRoshibina Devi won a silver medal in the women's 60kg sanda event at the Asian Games. She lost the final match to China's Zhang Xiaoyu with...24 Sep, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
- In 2012, 18,000 volunteers classified 1 million cyclone images; their crowdsourced assessments helped scientists study past stormsInitiated in 2012, the Cyclone Center mobilized volunteers to classify hurricanes via satellite imagery. This groundbreaking initiative sou...23 Sep, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- What to do with old gift bags? Try these 5 creative DIY reuse ideas to organise your home, store small items and reduce wasteRepurposing gift bags is an excellent way to enhance your home organization. Small bags can tidy up drawers, making it easy to separate cha...22 Sep, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
- DUSU polls: ABVP sweeps 3 key posts in high-stakes contest, NSUI loses groundABVP won three of the four central panel posts in the Delhi University Students' Union election, while independent candidate Deepanshu Shok...19 Sep, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
- How to keep lemons fresh for weeks? Try these simple kitchen storage tips to make whole and cut lemons last longerLemons, a versatile kitchen essential, can maintain their freshness through proper storage techniques. For lemons intended for use within a...19 Sep, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Dua Lipa: “I use a toothbrush on my lips as a lip scrub; occasionally, I use a – Timeless beauty lessons from an inspiring quote on grooming, fashion, experimentation, beauty routine and why you should find what works for youQuote of the Day by Dua Lipa: Dua Lipa’s quote, “I use a toothbrush on my lips as a lip scrub; occasionally, I use a toothbrush with some d...18 Sep, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
- SC judges to visit NTA office, say institutional strengthening needed to curb NEET paper leaksSupreme Court judges will visit NTA facilities to examine system upgrades. The National Testing Agency has overhauled its entire mechanism ...18 Sep, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
- In 2018, Tasmania built a road using 530,000 plastic bags, 168,000 glass bottles and 12,500 printer cartridges; engineers expected it to last 15% longerWhat if the road beneath your feet was made partly from the rubbish you threw away? In Tasmania, that idea became real in 2018. Engineers b...17 Sep, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
- Rs 8.3 lakh Fendi bag resembling 'Rs 500' Indian market designs: Why the luxury brand did not 'credit' Indian artisans, ask Harsh Goenka, Kiran Mazumdar-ShawFendi’s Rs 8.3 lakh multicolour bag, featuring 39,500 beads and 475 mirrors, has sparked an online debate over its resemblance to tradition...16 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- Lay newspaper 2–3 layers thick around garden plants, then cover it with several inches of straw or compost; the paper blocks light while the top layer holds it downUsing newspaper as mulch provides a sustainable and cost-effective way to control weeds in gardens. This method involves layering newspaper...15 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- What was choking Dal Lake is now shaping Kashmir's traditional artA Kashmiri artisan is transforming lake weeds into a new papier-mache ingredient. This innovation addresses the rising cost of traditional ...15 Sep, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
- In 2020, Australia built more than 90% of a road project from recycled waste; five million bottles went into a job that cost no more than a standard buildIn 2020, Australia built more than 90% of a road project from recycled waste; five million bottles were used in a Central Coast Council pro...15 Sep, 2026, 01.32 AM IST
- Used green tea bags are surprisingly useful: From making a glass cleaner to a room freshener, 7 genius ways to reuse themGreen tea bag uses: Repurposing used green tea bags can be a simple way to reduce waste and put them to use around the home. Chilled tea ba...13 Sep, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
- In 1997, NASA grew Brassica rapa on Mir for 122 days to test a full life cycle; seed-to-seed cycles succeeded, but space-grown seeds were smallerIn an exciting development, researchers have achieved seed-to-seed cycling of plants in microgravity environments, demonstrating gravity in...09 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- How to keep bananas fresh for longer: Try this simple kitchen hack to keep them fresh for longerBananas are known to ripen rapidly due to ethylene gas produced at their stems. By wrapping the stems in tin foil, you can effectively slow...07 Sep, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
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