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In 1987, the world swapped ozone-destroying CFCs for safer refrigerants; nearly 40 years later, scientists found the switch had been quietly raining a forever chemical across the planetChemicals meant to protect the planet are now causing a new issue. Replacements for ozone-damaging CFCs are forming a stubborn chemical, TF...11 Jun, 2026, 07.03 PM IST- Western disturbances slow monsoon, below-normal rain likely in central, north IndiaIndia faces below-average rainfall for the next two weeks. Western disturbances are delaying the monsoon's progress, particularly in centra...11 Jun, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
- Water cut off for thousands of Iranians after US strikes: State mediaUS strikes on two reservoirs in Sirik, Iran, have left 20,000 residents without drinking water amid extreme heat. The attacks, in retaliati...10 Jun, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
- Cheap 'RO' with no electricity: How twin sisters created Rs 100 water filter using bhindi, methi & chawal to remove 'forever chemicals' and microplasticsTwin sisters Naina and Nayantara Singh have developed Aqua Sattva, an award-winning, low-cost, plant-based water filtration system. This in...10 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
- A new-age thirst for beverages is emerging as a key force in India's consumer goods marketBeverage industry in India: Indian companies are seeing strong growth in drinks like coffee, ready-to-drink options, and protein beverages....09 Jun, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
- Shigella scare in Kerala: Check symptoms, treatment and causes of the infection that killed 4-year-old in KozhikodeShigella Spreading in Kerala? Kerala has intensified surveillance and testing following its first reported Shigella-related death of a four...09 Jun, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
- Want to lose weight? Influencer who shed 55 kg reveals the 7 foods she gave upFitness influencer Dolly shared her weight loss journey, revealing that eliminating seven food categories helped her reduce calorie intake ...08 Jun, 2026, 09.32 PM IST
- Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma retains key portfolios, allocates ministriesAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios to the newly sworn-in ministers. He retained Home, Power, Public Works, a...08 Jun, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
- Anand Mahindra fascinated by this Indian city where people can drink water straight from tap; explains why they don't need RO purifiers or bottled waterAnand Mahindra Puri water story: Puri, a coastal city in India, now offers tap water safe for direct consumption. This achievement stems fr...08 Jun, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
- Rural tap water coverage reaches nearly 82 pc under Jal Jeevan Mission, claims government documentIndia has achieved remarkable progress in providing tap water to rural households, claims government. The Jal Jeevan Mission has connected ...08 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
- KCR will return to power in 2028, BRS alone has vision for Telangana: KTRBRS Working President KT Rama Rao expressed confidence in his party's return to power in Telangana in 2028, with K Chandrashekar Rao set to...07 Jun, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
- IAF being engaged to transport NEET question papers: NTA DGThe Indian Air Force will transport NEET question papers for the June 21 national test. Enhanced security measures are in place. Telangana ...06 Jun, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
- As World Cup heats up, experts warn fans about mixing alcohol and extreme temperaturesSoccer fans will be drinking alcohol during the FIFA World Cup games. Experts warn that mixing alcohol with extreme heat carries risks. Exc...05 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
- No rivers, no wells, no rain needed: How a Nobel Prize-winning scientist's invention produces up to 1,000 litres of drinking water daily from thin airOmar Yaghi Water-From-Air Innovation: Nobel Prize-winning chemist Omar Yaghi has helped develop a groundbreaking machine that can produce c...04 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
- Kerala Monsoon Delay Reason: Why is the Southwest Monsoon late? What IMD is forecastingIndia's southwest monsoon is delayed, with official onset expected after June 5-6. While Kerala has seen some rain, the India Meteorologica...02 Jun, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
- Railways renews push for installing Atmospheric Water GeneratorsIndian Railways has renewed its push to deploy Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) in water-scarce areas, asking zones, production units an...01 Jun, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
- Kerala to take urgent steps to tackle waterlogging in Thiruvananthapuram: Minister Mons JosephThe Kerala government is gearing up to confront the pressing challenge of severe waterlogging affecting Thiruvananthapuram. Minister Mons J...31 May, 2026, 08.29 PM IST
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