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Govt approves RBI's trials of ₹10, ₹20 polymer notes; no plan to replace paper currencyThe government has approved the Reserve Bank of India's proposal for polymer banknotes. One billion pieces each of ten and twenty rupee pol...- Indian textile exporters divided over Trump’s latest tariff move; industry seeks faster trade pact, policy supportUS tariff move draws mixed response from India's textile industry, with some fearing export disruption while others see a competitive oppor...
- PM Modi highlights Manipur astrophysicist, Bihar waste-to-wealth, Gujarat hornbill return, UP women's herbal tea in Mann Ki BaatPrime Minister Modi highlighted Indian achievements during his recent 'Mann Ki Baat' address. An astrophysicist's discovery of a young gala...
- Trump's tariffs just went from 12.5% to 10%: Why did India get a breather and what it means?The United States has reduced tariffs on most Indian exports to ten percent. This change follows India's recent actions against forced labo...
- Conservation agriculture can boost wheat protein content by up to 12%, improve water efficiency: StudyA study finds conservation agriculture with drip irrigation can boost wheat protein content by up to 12% while improving yield and resource...
- GTRI questions US 10% Section 301 tariff on Indian exports, says measure lacks credible evidenceIndia's new ban on imports made with forced labour helped lower a proposed US tariff on its exports to 10% from 12.5%, but the Global Trade...
- In 1977, a Saudi prince flew a two-ton iceberg to landlocked Iowa to convince 200 scientists from 18 nations that Antarctic ice could be towed to ArabiaIn 1977, a Saudi prince proposed towing icebergs from Antarctica to the Arabian Peninsula. A two-ton iceberg was transported to Iowa State ...
- Painters are wrapping doorknobs in aluminium foil to make painting doors almost foolproofAluminum foil painting tricks: Painting doesn't have to be a daunting task; with a few clever tricks, you can streamline the process. Befor...
- Economics of plastic notes: Why RBI is considering polymer banknotesIndia's currency printing arm is exploring polymer banknotes for future use. These notes offer enhanced durability and security features fo...
- People keep using plastic cutting boards for years, but experts warn they could be making your food toxicPlastic cutting boards are widely used because they are affordable and easy to clean, but experts say years of chopping can cause them to r...
- Many people keep cooking on a scratched non-stick pan, but researchers found that a single crack in the coating can release around 9,100 plastic particles into the foodScratched nonstick pans shed thousands of tiny plastic particles into food. These particles come from the Teflon coating, which is a type o...
- E20 may lower mileage by 3-5% in some older vehicles, no widespread engine damage found: GovtE20 petrol may cause a slight fuel economy reduction in older vehicles. Extensive testing has not found widespread engine damage linked to ...
- It's a revamp! RBI steps ahead on plan for plastic rupee notesIndia's currency printing authority is now on the lookout for international suppliers of polymer banknote material, signaling a significant...
- How to remove chewing gum from clothes without ruining the fabric: the freezer trick that actually worksGum on clothing can be removed by freezing the fabric. This method makes the gum hard and brittle, allowing it to snap off easily. After fr...
- Why people are wrapping banana stems with cling wrap to help them stay fresh longerWrapping banana stems with plastic cling wrap significantly extends freshness. This science-backed method reduces ethylene gas emission by ...
- Rice to clean narrow-neck bottles: Add uncooked rice, warm water, and a drop of dish soap, then shake to scrub the insideReusable water bottles often harbor significant bacterial contamination on their inner walls. Narrow-necked bottles are particularly proble...
- Most kitchens have a plastic cutting board, but a 2023 study found that chopping on one can shed tens of millions of microplastic particles a year straight into your foodChopping vegetables on plastic boards releases millions of tiny plastic particles annually. Polypropylene boards shed more microplastics th...
- Nitin Gadkari calls for stronger BRICS ties for sustainable and future-ready transport systemsUnion Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on Sunday called for deeper cooperation among BRICS nations to build transpo...
- Before you throw away your old jeans, cleaning experts say you can try these tips and tricks to turn them into household essentials - life hacks on how to reuse denim jeansOld denim jeans offer durable fabric for numerous household cleaning tasks. Experts suggest washing jeans in hot water to remove excess dye...
- 'I can't eat Tihar jail food': Foreign national arrested after allegedly entering India through the Mizoram border wants pasta, olive oil instead; asks court to let him cookAmerican national Matthew Aaron VanDyke, arrested by the NIA in the Myanmar terror training case and lodged in Tihar Jail, has moved a Delh...
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