RAF fired multiple munitions during July 20 protests: Official recordsPolice records detail the use of non-lethal munitions during a protest march. The Rapid Action Force fired plastic pellets and tear gas she...
28 Jul, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
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...
28 Jul, 2026, 09.08 AM IST
Why you should start saving the plastic clips from every loaf of breadSmall bread clips are surprisingly useful for organizing household items and securing snack bags. These tiny plastic pieces are too small f...
27 Jul, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Foreign capital inflows hit $32 billion as FCNR(B) deposits break 2013 recordIndia has attracted nearly $32 billion in foreign capital since the RBI announced special inflow measures on June 5, Governor Sanjay Malhot...
27 Jul, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
India may see up to $85 billion in forex inflows after RBI's FCNR move: ReportIndia anticipates substantial Foreign Currency Non-Resident deposits, possibly reaching eighty to eighty-five billion dollars. Public secto...
27 Jul, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
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...
26 Jul, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Sunlight slowly damages solar panels; researchers think they have found a natural shield - a red onionSolar power is growing fast across the US, but scientists say one hidden part of today's solar technology still depends on petroleum-based ...
25 Jul, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
RBI, govt measures could turn India's balance of payments surplus, ease pressure on rupee: HDFCRecent policy measures may shift India's balance of payments to a surplus. These actions aim to attract significant capital inflows and str...
25 Jul, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
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...
24 Jul, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
PT Organics recalls fruit pouches over plastic contamination risk; Target, Kroger and Meijer shoppers urged to check productsPT organics fruit pouch recall: PT Organics has recalled select Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics pouches. A packaging defect may have int...
23 Jul, 2026, 07.02 AM IST
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...
22 Jul, 2026, 08.02 PM IST
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...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
ICICI Bank eyes $500 million dollar bond issue via GIFT CityICICI Bank is close to raising at least $500 million through five-year dollar bonds via its GIFT City unit, leveraging the RBI’s concession...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
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...
21 Jul, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Health experts explain why every kitchen should have two cutting boards and when to replace themHealth experts recommend keeping two separate cutting boards in the kitchen, one for raw meat and another for fruits, vegetables and bread,...
21 Jul, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
'No litter, no mess': Passengers on Mizoram-bound Sairang Express carry their own trash bags; train coach remains spotless throughout the journeyA video shared on X showing passengers on the Kolkata to Sairang train carrying personal trash bags to collect their own waste has drawn wi...
21 Jul, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
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...
18 Jul, 2026, 10.17 AM IST