A 15-year-old from Ontario built a bionic underwater “robot turtle” that detects what is quietly killing our seas and just won $50,000 for itA young innovator has created BURT, a robotic turtle that moves quietly underwater. This AI-powered machine mimics natural swimming to obse...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
The Earth Prize 2026 winners: Indian teens develop tamarind-based solution to remove microplastics from waterThree Indian teenagers have earned international acclaim for developing "Plas-Stick," a biodegradable solution to remove microplastics from...
23 May, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Living Supermaterial: What is the new plastic alternative scientists have created that is stronger, smarter, & fully biodegradable?Living Supermaterial: Indian scientists have developed a novel bacteria-grown cellulose material that could serve as a sustainable alternat...
23 May, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
A simple diving trip led an 18-year-old to build a system to pull plastic from the oceanInspired by a beach clean-up day, an 18-year-old innovator envisioned a groundbreaking solution for ocean pollution. By applying his unders...
21 May, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Scientists just found a smelly algae that eats microplastics, and it could save your drinking waterScientists are developing algae to tackle microplastic pollution in drinking water. This orange-scented algae repels water, causing micropl...
13 May, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
Balrampur Chini raises Rs 450 cr equity fund for poly lactic acid, lactogypsum plants in UPBalrampur Chini Mills Ltd has secured Rs 450 crore to fund its expansion plans. This capital will establish a lactogypsum processing plant ...
10 May, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
Heat-trapping microplastics found to play role in climate changeScientists found that colored plastic particles, prevalent in the atmosphere, have a significant heat-trapping impact, particularly in area...
09 May, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Why Getting Rid of Clothes Can Make Your Mornings Surprisingly FasterDecluttering your wardrobe can significantly streamline your morning routine by reducing decision paralysis caused by too much choice. This...
02 May, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
The ancient miracle tree that filters your tap water better than any man-made system ever couldNew research published in ACS Omega reveals that Moringa oleifera seeds can remove over 98 percent of harmful microplastics, including dang...
01 May, 2026, 12.06 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
How to clean a mixer grinder jar properly: A quick method that removes odor and residueBlenders and mixers require thorough cleaning beyond a quick rinse to prevent residue buildup, odors, and microbial growth. Immediate clean...
22 Apr, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Earth Day 2026: How Canadian cities are turning April 22 into action, from clean-ups to climate learningEarth Day 2026 sees Canadians actively participating in environmental protection. From Quebec's wildlife cleanup to British Columbia's shor...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
This Everyday Kitchen Habit Could Be Quietly Affecting Your Food More Than You ThinkYour kitchen cutting board poses hidden risks. Plastic boards shed microplastics, potentially harming food and health. Wooden boards can tr...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
Microplastics in India’s agriculture: A growing problem demanding urgent actionA new roadmap by NAAS emphasises national monitoring, improved waste management, and biodegradable alternatives to combat the growing crisi...
11 Apr, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
Love tea? Your daily brew could be serving up billions of micro- and nanoplasticsRecent studies reveal that steeping tea bags in boiling water releases billions of microplastic and nanoplastic particles. These tiny plast...
07 Apr, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
Your salt and sugar packets contain harmful microplastics: Iodised salt has the highest, rock salt lowest, study findsA study by Toxics Link found that all tested Indian salt and sugar brands contain microplastics. The research revealed various forms of mic...
14 Aug, 2024, 11.52 AM IST
Eat out of takeaway containers or drink from plastic bottles? You are unknowingly ingesting microplastics dailyOn average, humans take in 0.1-5 g of microplastics weekly through various pathways.
06 Feb, 2023, 06.16 PM IST