A Manhattan office building began freezing water at night; the stored ice now helps cool it during peak summer demandIn the heart of Manhattan, Eleven Madison Avenue has adopted an innovative cooling method utilizing an ice battery. This system freezes wat...
21 Aug, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Earlier this year, New York City committed $95 million to turn Brooklyn parks and courts into stormwater storage. Today, the project can manage nearly 30 million gallons of rainwater a year, easing pressure on sewers and streetsNew York City is using an innovative Cloudburst strategy to help manage heavy rainfall by turning everyday public spaces into temporary sto...
21 Aug, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay announces official vehicles and allowances for MLAs to address public grievancesTamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced government vehicles and a monthly allowance for all MLAs. The state's medical insurance ...
20 Aug, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
US warns Siemens devices can be hacked amid fears Iran is breaching water plantsUS agencies issued a warning about hackers targeting Siemens devices. These devices are crucial for operating water and other critical infr...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
Tamil Nadu initiates new schemes to provide security to touristsTamil Nadu has announced a tourism overhaul focused on safety, sustainability and connectivity, including AI-powered surveillance at major ...
19 Aug, 2026, 09.01 PM IST
In 2026, EDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels on more than 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, marine growth has increased floater mass by nearly 43%, putting buoyancy and electrical connectors at riskEDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels across 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, heavy marine growth is threatening the ...
19 Aug, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
Every day, 50,000 litres of polluted water flow from South Africa's Stiebeuel River into natural filter beds, where stones, sand and biochar clean it in 5 days, removing 99% of harmful bacteria and creating water for irrigationResearchers in South Africa are using a nature-based filtration system to treat polluted water from the Stiebeuel River in Franschhoek. At ...
19 Aug, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
In 723 CE, two 8th-century Chinese polymaths during the Tang dynasty invented the world's first mechanical clockwork escapement mechanism: How Yi Xing and Liang Lingzan changed timekeeping?In 723 CE, two 8th-century Chinese polymaths during the Tang dynasty invented the world's first mechanical clockwork escapement mechanism. ...
18 Aug, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
17 gallons of Atlantic fog can become drinking water in 24 hours as Morocco’s mountain nets capture moisture above the Anti-Atlas, then gravity carries it downhill to homes where families once walked hours for waterIn southwestern Morocco, Atlantic fog is being transformed into drinking water through a network of specialized mesh nets on Mt. Boutmezgui...
18 Aug, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
UAE detects two ballistic missiles launched from Iran, warns residents to stay safeThe UAE on Tuesday detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran, the Defence Ministry said, with one missile falling outside the coun...
18 Aug, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
This 16-year-old Canadian student built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that can detect tiny microplastics in waterThis 16-year-old built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that detects microplastics in water. The Canadian student created the turtle-i...
18 Aug, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
Fertiliser giants bet big on specialty productsSpecialty fertilisers, widely used in horticulture, are gaining popularity as farmers seek better yields and more efficient use of nutrient...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
One National Park: Shaping the next generation of commercial destinations in ChennaiOne National Park presents a remarkable opportunity, blending top-tier commercial infrastructure with premier lifestyle amenities. Set next...
17 Aug, 2026, 06.38 PM IST
Railway passengers take note: If you drink water from station coolers, CAG has found E coli in samples from 8 locationsA CAG report found E coli in drinking water at several railway stations. Hundreds of stations also lacked essential passenger facilities, a...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
When the cloud gets thirsty: Should India make AI pay back its water debt?India's AI sector is poised to face a substantial challenge due to its increasing water demands for infrastructure, particularly as data ce...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
Railways to overhaul drinking water system across networkThe new actions also include replacement of water tanks and strict compliance on regular water quality testing at source and outlet points....
16 Aug, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Fed up with rust stains in your toilet bowl? Here’s how to prevent them from returningRust stains appearing in toilet bowls are frequently a result of high iron levels in the water supply. It is vital to tackle this elevated ...
10 Aug, 2026, 07.07 PM IST