In 1905, an engineer was testing heatproof alloys and made a wire that would not burn out, and the electric toaster came into existenceA special metal alloy called nichrome, invented in 1905, made electric toasters possible. This alloy, a mix of nickel and chromium, could w...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Namami Gange: Industrial pollution flowing into Ganga down nearly 60 per cent since 2017Industrial pollution in the Ganga has significantly decreased by almost 60 percent since 2017. This achievement is credited to the Namami G...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
Time to think of the repair cycle? 8 engineering stocks from India’s capital goods ecosystem with upside potential of up to 26%At a time when the markets are focused on war, crude oil, inflation, and supply disruption, it is easy to miss a quieter shift. India’s eng...
27 May, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
In 1913, Harry Brearley was trying to improve weapons metal when he accidentally helped create stainless steelIn the year 1913, British metallurgist Harry Brearley accidentally stumbled upon stainless steel while working on gun barrels. This fortuit...
19 May, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Bollywood pops up a centennial tribute to toastersA new Bollywood film highlights the extreme miser character's obsession with a wedding gift toaster. This sparks a look at the electric toa...
10 May, 2026, 09.09 AM IST
Think paper cups are safer than plastic? Viral video offers a reality check that may shock youA viral video is raising concerns about everyday tea and coffee habits. It claims that hot beverages in paper cups can expose consumers to ...
25 Apr, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Why Experts Say Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide Clean Better Together – And the Safe Way to Use ThemDiscover a powerful cleaning duo for your home. Vinegar and hydrogen peroxide, when used one after another, offer an effective and eco-frie...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
Can’t stop eating sweet treats? Dietician Nmami Agarwal suggests 3 foods to control sugar cravingsExcessive sugar consumption can lead to serious health issues. Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal suggests incorporating chromium-rich foods like b...
12 Mar, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
Vedanta shares rise 2% after winning critical mineral auctionVedanta's shares surged after being declared the successful bidder for the Genjana Nickel, Chromium, and PGE Block in the Critical Mineral ...
12 Dec, 2025, 09.22 AM IST
IISc team develops nanoparticle-based solution to reduce heavy metals in groundwaterResearchers at the Indian Institute of Science have developed a nanomaterial-based solution to reduce heavy metals like chromium in groundw...
19 Sep, 2024, 07.50 PM IST
Vedanta bags two critical mineral blocks in Karnataka, BiharVedanta Ltd secured two critical mineral blocks in Karnataka and Bihar after being declared the preferred bidder for the Gollarahatti-Malle...
21 Jul, 2024, 05.29 PM IST
Chromium contamination: Madras HC orders issuing notice to Centre, Tamil Nadu govtIn his petition, Balu, the PMK's nominee for the April 26 Lok Sabha elections in the state, said he had covered the entire Ranipet district...
22 May, 2024, 05.30 PM IST
Government imposes export curbs on chromium oresThe government on Thursday imposed export restrictions on chromium ores and concentrates, used in different industries including stainless ...
22 Jun, 2023, 08.40 PM IST
AIIMS finds high toxin levels in 16% of patientsOf 216 patients tested, 32 (16%) had high levels of dangerous metals and substances, including arsenic, lead, chromium, fluoride, iron and ...
18 Sep, 2019, 11.01 AM IST
Love collecting pretty wine bottles? Toxic chemicals in it may harm your healthEnamelled decorations of beer bottles is also just as harmful to health.
29 Jun, 2019, 06.12 PM IST
- A dip in Ganga may cause cancer
A dip in river Ganga can possibly cause cancer.Though Prime Minister Narendra Modi had declared that cleaning Ganga was his top priority bu...
25 Jun, 2014, 05.34 AM IST
- DU team claims to have developed a solution for chromium pollution
The Green Chemistry Network Centre (GCNC) of Delhi University has claimed to have developed a solution for chromium pollution from tannerie...
21 Jan, 2014, 04.57 PM IST