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USES OF ETHYLENE GAS IN RIPENING
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- Nitin Gadkari says plain sugar's future is not bright: After E20, transport minister wants sugar mills to produce a gas that can be used in CNG vehicles and fuel that can power aircrafts
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- 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 fruitFor optimal texture and flavor, pears should be harvested while still firm and green, as they undergo a unique ripening process. Unlike app...24 Sep, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- 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
- Shipping traffic via Strait of Hormuz stays lower than 10-day average, data showsOn Wednesday, ten commodity vessels traversed the Strait of Hormuz, slightly increasing from the previous day's count. This number remains ...24 Sep, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
- Why are US natural gas prices rising today?US natural gas prices have climbed 2% to an 11-week high as forecasts for cooler weather point towards higher heating demand. Falling daily...24 Sep, 2026, 01.50 AM IST
- US to fund $7 billion of Argentina mineral, energy projects, document showsThe US Export-Import Bank plans to provide up to $7 billion in financing for critical minerals and energy projects in Argentina, as Washing...23 Sep, 2026, 09.09 AM IST
- Saudi Aramco plans reorganisation to create gas division, sources sayAramco is planning to reorganise its business by creating a dedicated gas division, with a view to potentially listing parts of the unit in...23 Sep, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
- Explore the small details that can make a used car easier to sellSelling a used car is not just about its age, mileage, or mechanical condition. Small details such as complete paperwork, service records, ...22 Sep, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
- A Bangladeshi garment maker is stitching its way through the Middle East energy crunchEnergy shortages are disrupting production at most Bangladeshi garment factories. Buyers are canceling or reducing orders due to these powe...22 Sep, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
- In 2009, Bogotá captured landfill methane from 2 million tonnes of waste; the result sent electricity to Colombia’s national grid, cutting emissions at Doña Juana landfillFor years, Bogotá’s Doña Juana landfill simply accumulated city waste while quietly leaking methane into the atmosphere. That changed in 20...22 Sep, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
- In 2009, Granville Ecopark began its planning process for food-waste anaerobic digestion; it now has capacity to export 4.8 MWe of renewable electricity to Northern Ireland’s gridGranville Ecopark in Dungannon, Northern Ireland, uses food waste in enhanced anaerobic digestion to produce biogas and renewable electrici...21 Sep, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
- Gas found near Odisha coast: ONGC strikes Mahanadi deepwater well under Samudra Manthan, finds encouraging flow at 1,450 metresGas found near Odisha coast: ONGC has discovered gas in a deepwater exploration well in the Mahanadi Offshore Basin, around 43 km from Kona...21 Sep, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
- Where to find pre-approved used car loans online without hidden feesStreamlined used-car platforms are revolutionizing the buying experience by presenting pre-approved loan options with transparent charges. ...21 Sep, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
- In 2003, Mexico's Salinas Victoria used landfill methane to tackle waste pollution; the result made 7 MW, powering 25,000 homes and Monterrey’s public transport network dailySalinas Victoria experience also showed how waste management and energy planning can intersect. The World Bank reports that the plant event...21 Sep, 2026, 03.27 AM 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
- 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
- Wrapping papaya in aluminium foil: How this simple kitchen trick may slow ripening, its benefits and the right way to use itTo prolong the freshness of papayas, envelop their stems in aluminum foil. This clever method minimizes the release of ethylene gas, conseq...01 Sep, 2026, 11.06 PM IST
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