How an Australian connection helped Shaily Mehrotra build a Rs 1,500-crore Indian skincare brandA gap in science-backed skincare products in the Indian market prompted Shaily Mehrotra to start Fixderma, with an aim to solve common skin...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Mother Dairy launches India's first naturally degradable milk pouch ahead of World Environment DayMother Dairy has introduced India's first naturally degradable milk pouch. This innovation will begin in Delhi-NCR on June 5. The new packa...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
India’s VKC launches Zero Footmarks, a pan-India initiative to collect used footwear onlineThe pan-India online program aims to reduce landfill waste, promote eco-friendly living, and create value from used footwear, educating the...
29 May, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Venture Catalysts ++ to showcase 12 curated startups seeking to raise around $46 mn at Demo Day 7Venture Catalysts++ will present twelve promising startups on its upcoming Demo Day 7. These companies are seeking a collective $46 million...
27 May, 2026, 12.13 PM IST
Girls shouldn't give up education due to lack of sanitary napkins, gender-segregated toilets in schools: Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court has urged the Centre to ensure girls continue their education without interruption. The apex court stressed the importanc...
25 May, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
In 1907, a chemist tried replacing shellac for cables and searched for a better wire coating, which ended up creating the world’s first synthetic plasticA chemist named Leo Baekeland sought an alternative to shellac in 1907. His research led to Bakelite, the first synthetic plastic. This mat...
23 May, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
The Earth Prize 2026 winners: Indian teens develop tamarind-based solution to remove microplastics from waterThree Indian teenagers have earned international acclaim for developing "Plas-Stick," a biodegradable solution to remove microplastics from...
23 May, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Living Supermaterial: What is the new plastic alternative scientists have created that is stronger, smarter, & fully biodegradable?Living Supermaterial: Indian scientists have developed a novel bacteria-grown cellulose material that could serve as a sustainable alternat...
23 May, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
From kitchen storage to recycling bins: How Deposit Refund Schemes can change India’s plastic economyIndia is exploring Deposit Refund Schemes (DRS) to tackle plastic waste, where consumers pay a small deposit on packaged products, refunded...
15 May, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
This solar-powered device turns moisture from the air into drinking water and could help off-grid communities facing water shortagesScientists have developed solar-powered devices that harvest drinking water directly from the atmosphere, even in arid conditions. These of...
12 May, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
Balrampur Chini raises Rs 450 cr equity fund for poly lactic acid, lactogypsum plants in UPBalrampur Chini Mills Ltd has secured Rs 450 crore to fund its expansion plans. This capital will establish a lactogypsum processing plant ...
10 May, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
NCLAT sets aside CCI's Rs 301.6-cr penalty on Grasim Industries, directs fresh hearingThe appellate tribunal NCLAT has overturned a Rs 301.6-crore penalty against Grasim Industries. The fair trade regulator CCI must now hear ...
05 May, 2026, 09.49 PM IST
STCH bets on AI to fix trial-and-error in fabric R&D, raises $5.5 million from Omnivore, Kae CapitalSTCH is revolutionizing fabric development with AI. The company helps fashion brands design and source materials efficiently. This platform...
23 Apr, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
The Right Way To Store Shoes So They Don’t Wear Out Twice As FastYour favourite shoes can last much longer with simple storage adjustments. Bad storage causes chemical breakdown and material weakening. Ke...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
How a wedding saved 350 kg of waste from going to landfills? Bridegroom's mother took inspiration from her own marriage to save the planetAn Indian wedding embraced sustainability, diverting 350 kg of waste. The groom's mother led the initiative, reviving eco-friendly traditio...
20 Apr, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
Iran war promises green edge for Asia as plastic packaging runs shortThe Iran war's disruption of plastic supplies has unexpectedly boosted demand for eco-friendly paper packaging, with inquiries tripling for...
15 Apr, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
The Shower Hack People Swear By for Smoother Shaving Without Spending ExtraHair conditioner offers a practical alternative to shaving cream. Its ingredients, like cationic surfactants, create a protective film redu...
12 Apr, 2026, 06.23 PM IST