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Dam in China trapped millions of tonnes of water, rising 7 feet daily and threatening millions. How did engineers avert disaster?The 2008 Wenchuan earthquake triggered a massive landslide that blocked China's Tongkou River, creating the unstable Tangjiashan lake and t...- In 1987, Kentucky put 40% power-plant bottom ash into 1 mile of State Route 3; later testing found excellent performance and strong skid resistance on the roadEngineers in Kentucky embarked on a pioneering project to incorporate bottom ash from coal-fired power plants into asphalt mixtures. Their ...
- China flags APEC's role as key for a challenged global economyDuring the opening of the APEC Finance Ministers' meeting in Hong Kong, China's Finance Minister Lan Foan highlighted the importance of the...
- China curbs spur push for local manufacturingIndia's government will consult stakeholders on measures to mitigate the impact of Chinese export constraints. China recently imposed new r...
- Drone strikes across Sudan kill more than 100The deadliest drone strike hit near a market on Sunday evening in Al-Dibab town in the southwestern state of West Kordofan, which is contro...
- Beavers in Switzerland built dams in 16 streams that were disturbed by humans. Their hard work slowed down water and helped restore aquatic wildlifeBeavers are transforming human-altered streams across Switzerland by building dams that create new habitats for aquatic wildlife. A study o...
- A Tanzanian dam cut a waterfall’s flow by 90%; Engineers built sprinklers to save the coin-sized toad that lived thereA Tanzanian dam cut a waterfall’s flow by 90%, threatening a toad that lived on five acres. Sprinklers, a 499-toad zoo rescue and a 2012 re...
- Charting the global economy: Inflationary pressures mount in USA broad upswing in consumer prices last month helps reinforce expectations for additional Federal Reserve interest-rate increases in the mo...
- Trump looks to rein in fuel prices ahead of midterms; waives threat of 100% tariffs on India over Russian oil, citing ‘national interest’ as US inks diesel pact with MoscowUS President Donald Trump has waived fresh sanctions and duties on Russian energy exports under a new law, citing national interest and eas...
- India’s Zorawar tank for China border faces 2-year delay as Army’s new demand puts engineers to the testIndia’s Zorawar light tank must overcome a difficult engineering trade-off before it can fulfil its role in the Himalayas. Stronger armour ...
- Renault Duster hybrid launched in India at Rs 16.99 lakh, check mileage, performance, rivals and featuresRenault Duster hybrid: Renault has launched the Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 in India at an introductory price of Rs 16.99 lakh, ex-show...
- Driving a wedge in the EU EV marketChinese automobile companies are presenting their advanced technologies at the Paris auto show to attract European buyers. European car man...
- Redington could gain as memory shortage reshapes ICT distribution; brokerage sees 20% upsideDAM Capital has re-initiated coverage on Redington with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 470, implying nearly 20% upside. The brokerag...
- Donald Trump has ambitious oil drilling plans for Greenland: Why extraction could be delayed for decadesDonald Trump has announced intentions for large-scale oil and mineral exploration in Greenland, emphasizing its potential resources. The an...
- As Russia turns to Asia, India a ‘natural option’ for Moscow beyond China, says EAM JaishankarIndia's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of maintaining strong ties with Russia. He noted that Russia's re...
- Nepal flash floods explained: Why the country is facing repeated disasters and should India be worried?Nepal Flash Floods Reason: Nepal has witnessed another flash flood after a landslide blocked the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha district. He...
- Mumbai’s water cut and supply gap persist as demand heads for a 57% rise by 2041Mumbai's water supply is presently unable to meet the increasing demand, which is expected to rise substantially. By 2041, the anticipated ...
- Apples, cherries, dry fruits & handicrafts from Kashmir to reach Delhi & Mumbai faster? How Chenab Rail Bridge, Anji Khad Bridge & 272-km all-weather rail link are changing trade & travelThe Chenab Rail Bridge and Anji Khad Bridge have strengthened rail connectivity between Kashmir and the rest of India through the 272-km Ud...
- Water shortage in Tamil Nadu forests drives elephant to dam for a drink, but she gets trapped in slush; rescue operation delayedA female elephant was trapped in slush at the Gunderipallam dam in Tamil Nadu’s Erode district on Sunday, triggering a rescue operation by ...
- For 100 years, a dam trapped 3 million cubic yards of toxic mining waste in Montana. Engineers removed it; what happened to the river next was remarkableA century-old dam on Montana’s Clark Fork River trapped 3 million cubic yards of toxic mining waste, raising concerns about pollution and t...
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