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Psychology says adults who hold onto empty jars and containers are often seeking more than storage: Why ‘just in case’ thinking makes it hard to throw things awayPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 27%As the market seems to be in comeback mode, it helps to be aware that the best (and probably biggest) wealth creator of the last couple of ...
How to Maintain Your Fire Pit and Why Ash Buildup Can Be a Hidden Safety RiskBackyard fire pits require regular cleaning. Ash buildup can store heat, causing burns or new fires. It also blocks airflow, leading to exc...
Indian recyclers seek removal of import tax on aluminium scrap, letter showsSmall and medium recycling firms are urging the PMO to scrap the 2.5% import tax on aluminium scrap due to rising costs and tight global su...
The US sends lots of plastic trash overseas. Malaysia just said no thanksThis shift highlights the global struggle to manage plastic waste as the U.S. recycles less than 10% of its plastic. The ban prompts calls ...
Why plastic flowers not included in list of banned plastic items, HC asks CentreThe Bombay High Court questioned the Centre's exclusion of plastic flowers from the banned single-use plastic items list, asking if they we...
Budget 2025: Plastics manufacturers' body seeks PLI scheme to help scale up global presenceUnion Budget 2025: All-India Plastics Manufacturers' Association has urged the government to introduce a production-linked incentive scheme...
Pepsi and Coca-Cola misleading public about plastic bottles: Lawsuit claimsLA County alleges that PepsiCo and Coca-Cola have misled the public about the recyclability of their plastic bottles, causing significant e...
Plastic industry among leading contributors to economy, provides huge job opportunities: GovtThe Global Conclave on Plastic Recycling and Sustainability in New Delhi highlighted the importance of the plastic industry in the economy....
Paper or plastic? That’s not an easy answer anymorePlastic, especially single-use packaging, is now the world's most hated material. From environmentally damaging it has now become simply un...
To trash or not to trash: Futility of the recycling symbol and plastic conundrumThe unhelpful symbol is just one aspect of a recycling system that is far too confusing to be broadly effective.
Beverages fear pain as government steps up to push out single use plasticCompanies are seeking clarity on whether possible ban on single-use plastics will extend to PET bottles.
Environment Minister Harsh Vardhan launches anthem on 'plastic-free India' in seven languagesThe 'Plastic Waste-Free India' has been anthem, prepared and produced by Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Smriti Manch (PDUSM).
PepsiCo to develop infrastructure to collect, recycle plastic in MaharashtraIn a meeting with Maharashtra CM, PepsiCo India's Ahmed ElSheikh said the company is committed to the government's vision and focus on addr...
City company ties-up with Canadian startup for mobile platform for recycling plasticReality, however, is that 32% of all plastic packaging escapes the collection systems and a mere 5% of companies in India source recycled p...
Plastic companies challenge discriminatory ban in Mumbai courtNot just shampoo sachets, supari and other tobacco products are also being sold in plastic pouches containing laminates that cannot be recy...
- Need to Evolve a Responsible 'Bag Policy'
The initiatives taken, both by Wal-Mart and Progressive Bag Affiliates need to be replicated across the world, including India. Imposing a ...
- Complete ban on plastic bags not possible in Delhi
A complete ban on plastic bags in the national capital is impossible, a government panel has noted and suggested setting up of recycling un...
- Plastic bags on its way out? Global data says 'no'
It is important for people need to understand the full benefits of light plastic carriers from the cradle to the grave.
- Restriction boosts Kerala's plastic industry
The ban on plastic carry bags less than 30 micron thick in Kerala has helped the local plastic industry.