A PhD student used shredded baby diapers in a prototype Indonesian house; 27% of its non-structural concrete blocks contained diaper waste, totaling about 3,700 poundsAn extraordinary house in Indonesia has creatively utilized nearly 3,700 pounds of discarded diapers. This unique construction method incor...
02 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Nearly half of BSE 200 stocks fail to deliver returns in 2026. What’s dragging them down?This year, numerous firms across various sectors are grappling with a lack of returns, a stark contrast to the previous years' performances...
29 Aug, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
UPenn researchers copied elephant skin in porous cement tiles; a mockup home stayed near 32°C versus 42°C and 52°C with commercial stucco surfacesResearchers developed innovative cement tiles inspired by elephant skin for passive cooling. These tiles feature engineered cracks that abs...
28 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
A 10% gold rally could create $400 billion in wealth for Indians. Jefferies names stocks set to benefitJefferies sees a 10% gold rally unlocking $20–25 billion in gold-backed loans and boosting household wealth by $400 billion, with Manappura...
28 Aug, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
India Inc revenue growth to moderate to 13-15 pc in Q2; margins to contract: ReportIndia Inc's revenue growth is projected to contract to fifteen percent in the September quarter. Operating profit margins are expected to c...
27 Aug, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
India Inc’s revenue growth to moderate to 13-15% in Q2 FY27; margins under pressure: ICRAIndia Inc’s revenue growth is expected to moderate to 13-15% in Q2 FY27 from 21.3% in Q1, ICRA said. Higher input costs could squeeze margi...
27 Aug, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
China’s bold bet on green hydrogen could determine fuel’s futureChina is making a substantial investment in green hydrogen technology. This ambitious plan aims to significantly increase operational capac...
27 Aug, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
In 2019, Australia lowered a 58-ton concrete greenhouse into the Great Barrier Reef; the 12-metre underwater structure became a living artwork and coral habitatNestled beneath the waves near John Brewer Reef in Australia lies an innovative Coral Greenhouse sculpture crafted from pH-neutral cement, ...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
India Inc’s blockbuster Q1 earnings may not last as 3 key tailwinds fade in H2India Inc's impressive earnings in the first quarter might not sustain their momentum into the latter half of the year. Diminishing effects...
19 Aug, 2026, 08.39 AM IST
A cement-based paint that "sweats" water kept a model house more than 4.5°C cooler than conventional white paintInnovative researchers have unveiled a remarkable paint designed to keep buildings cooler by absorbing moisture. This advanced formula not ...
18 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on MondaySensex and Nifty ended last week lower amid range-bound trading, with broader markets also under pressure. Analysts identified four key fac...
16 Aug, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Small, microcaps offer better alpha opportunities; midcaps look expensive: Equitree CIO Pawan BharaddiaIndian equities may stay supported by a resilient domestic economy, but future returns are likely to depend more on earnings growth than va...
16 Aug, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
India Inc revenues jump 22% in June quarter, ICRA saysCorporate India began fiscal year twenty twenty-seven with strong revenue growth. Aggregate revenues for listed companies rose twenty-two p...
13 Aug, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
Q1 earnings show resilience as demand, cost headwinds prove less severe than expected: ICRAICRA said India Inc’s Q1 FY27 earnings began on a stronger-than-expected note, with revenue growth accelerating to 22%. Despite margin pres...
13 Aug, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
Pilani Investment to sell 1.7 million UltraTech Cement shares for ₹1,908 crorePilani Investment plans to sell 1.7 million UltraTech Cement shares valued at ₹1,908 crore on August 13, 2026, at a 3% discount. Separately...
12 Aug, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
How investors can use thematic funds to boost portfolio returnsThematic funds focus on investing in firms associated with particular long-term trends, aiming for potential alpha returns. They entail a g...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.17 AM IST
Why is market falling today? Sensex falls over 450 points, Nifty below 24,450. 4 key factorsOn Tuesday, Indian stock markets experienced a downturn influenced by increasing oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Nev...
11 Aug, 2026, 12.22 PM IST