In 2021, Australia's RMIT helped Coles put 900,000 pieces of soft plastic into concrete. 1 year later, another Coles development was set to reuse 6.5 million pieces through PolyrokRMIT University developed Polyrok, a plastic aggregate from recycled soft plastics. This innovative material was first used commercially at...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
Indian scientists develop a new concrete using human waste to make it significantly stronger than conventional cementScientists have found that biochar made from treated human waste, or faecal sludge, can partially replace cement in concrete and improve it...
09 Sep, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
Chicago planted a 20,300-square-foot green roof on City Hall; EPA says its surface can be about 100°F cooler than nearby conventional roofs and saves nearly $5,000 in energy each yearChicago's City Hall green roof demonstrates substantial cooling and energy savings. This innovative rooftop garden reduces surface temperat...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
1978, Massachusetts developed a 127-acre reef of 2,500 concrete-filled tire bundles in Nantucket Sound; a 2019 survey found fish arrived in about 33 seconds at reefs versus nearly eight minutes over bare sandNearly fifty years ago, Massachusetts introduced tire reefs to enhance marine ecosystems. Recent research indicates that these structures n...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
In 2019, Victoria's Wyndham City turned 199,000 recycled bottles into a 200-metre footpath. 1 year later, the project had reached 339 metres and delivered 1,700kg in carbon savingsVictoria’s Wyndham City turned 199,000 recycled bottles into a 200-metre footpath in 2019. The project showed how plastic waste could be gi...
08 Sep, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
In 2022, a Washington State lab study replaced 20% of cement with recycled glass powder; 56-day strength rose 19% with steel milling, while surface resistivity improved 150% with ceramic millingWashington State University engineers are testing recycled glass powder as a cement substitute. This waste material could potentially impro...
08 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
Amid global turmoil, India maintained momentum of its economic growth, says Amit ShahIndia maintained economic growth momentum despite global geopolitical turmoil. Strategic partnerships were built in key areas like defense ...
07 Sep, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
India, Australia explore opportunities for greater collaborationIndia and Australia held high-level discussions on Monday to strengthen bilateral ties and explore new areas of cooperation. Indian High Co...
07 Sep, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Feeling constipated? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 5 simple drinks that will make you poop naturallyCertain beverages can gently support digestive regularity and ease occasional constipation. Caffeinated drinks like coffee and green tea st...
07 Sep, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Three retired wind turbine blades were ground into concrete in Iowa. Today, it stands as a retaining wall in Downtown Des MoinesRenewablade, an Iowa-based company, is ingeniously reusing retired wind turbine blades by converting them into concrete materials. This eco...
06 Sep, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Mix coffee with baking soda: 4 surprising household uses of this simple homemade hackHomemade remedies are becoming a go-to for tackling common household challenges. By combining coffee and baking soda, you create a multifun...
05 Sep, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
Mary Kathleen’s uranium town still had 212 homes when its mine closed in 1982; the company settlement was dismantled and auctioned off in 1983Mary Kathleen was once a thriving community centered around a uranium mine in Queensland, complete with schools, a cinema, and numerous hom...
05 Sep, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
Quad Sherpas meet ahead of ministers' talk in OctForeign secretary Vikram Misri hosted a Quad Sherpas meeting in New Delhi. Discussions covered maritime security and economic prosperity fo...
05 Sep, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri hosts Quad Sherpas' meetingIndia-hosted Quad Sherpas met in New Delhi to review cooperation among India, Australia, Japan and the US across maritime security, economi...
04 Sep, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
In 2022, researchers studied sugarcane bagasse ash as a partial cement substitute; lower replacement levels showed better mechanical performance in concreteResearchers are investigating the potential of sugarcane bagasse ash as a sustainable alternative for concrete production. Rich in silica, ...
03 Sep, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
In an Australian study, waste glass replaced up to 60% of river sand in concrete; the recycled mix gained strength and resisted chloride penetrationEngineers in Australia have found that substituting sand with waste glass in concrete mixes can be beneficial. By using up to sixty percent...
28 Aug, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Put used coffee grounds on scratched wood: West Virginia University says the damp paste does 2 jobs, buffing scratches and darkening exposed wood to disguise themUsing used coffee grounds can be a surprising yet effective way to address minor scratches on wooden furniture. The natural pigments in cof...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST