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In 2019, scientists tested a diaper-like superabsorbent polymer in lab-made asphalt samples; the water-storing material cooled the specimens by up to 12°CResearchers from China have pioneered a groundbreaking asphalt composite integrated with superabsorbent polymers aimed at cooling city envi...
Explained: How AI-led Kospi, Nikkei selloff sparked record 15% drawdown in Asian funds in JulyAsia’s major multi-strategy funds suffered sharp July losses as an AI-linked stock selloff across Japan, South Korea and China erased much ...
Plastic notes in India get a likely release date: Here's what RBI Governor saidPlastic currency notes may enter circulation at the start of next financial year. The Reserve Bank of India is targeting this rollout after...
RBI planning to put polymer bank notes in circulation from next financial yearThe Reserve Bank of India plans to introduce polymer bank notes soon. It has already received government approval for field trials of new n...
GAIL India shares tumble 5% despite Q1 net profit doubling to Rs 4,665 crore. Buy, sell or hold?GAIL India shares fell 5% despite the Maharatna PSU reporting a near doubling of Q1 FY27 consolidated net profit to Rs 4,665 crore. While J...
It's a revamp! RBI steps ahead on plan for plastic rupee notesIndia's currency printing authority is now on the lookout for international suppliers of polymer banknote material, signaling a significant...
Govt approves RBI's trials of ₹10, ₹20 polymer notes; no plan to replace paper currencyThe government has approved the Reserve Bank of India's proposal for polymer banknotes. One billion pieces each of ten and twenty rupee pol...
Plastic notes in India coming soon: Why govt wants polymer banknotes, which countries use them and how these currencies helpWhy is RBI introducing plastic notes?The government's approval for RBI polymer notes has renewed focus on why RBI plastic notes are needed....
India, Germany to sign the Rs 90,000 crore submarine deal for Indian Navy soon, says German envoy Philipp AckermannIndia and Germany are close to signing a submarine deal soon. This agreement will allow for six advanced submarines to be built in India. T...
India's energy security at risk from Hormuz-Red Sea double squeeze, says CareEdge RatingsIndia faces significant energy security risks from chokepoint disruptions. A dual closure could push Brent crude prices to $130-135 per bar...
Parliament Watch: ESIC disburses Rs 5.26 crore under ABVK, 79 FEMA applications disposed of since FY22Parliament updates: Govt launched a 3-month drive to clear 16,033 labour disputes, ESIC disbursed ₹5.26 crore under ABVKY, approved polymer...
No proposal for one-time waiver of loans of small, marginal farmers: MoS FinanceThe government has no current proposal for a one-time loan waiver for farmers. The Reserve Bank of India offers financial restructuring opt...
In 2022, Ireland built a pedestrian bridge from two wind-turbine blades that were too difficult to recycleOld wind turbine blades are now supporting a footbridge in County Cork, Ireland. These blades, retired after their operational life, offer ...
GST notice uploaded only on portal isn't valid service, high courts rule: What it means for taxpayersHigh Courts are questioning GST notice validity when only uploaded online. Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled portal uploads are not valid...
Economics of plastic notes: Why RBI is considering polymer banknotesIndia's currency printing arm is exploring polymer banknotes for future use. These notes offer enhanced durability and security features fo...
Many people keep cooking on a scratched non-stick pan, but researchers found that a single crack in the coating can release around 9,100 plastic particles into the foodScratched nonstick pans shed thousands of tiny plastic particles into food. These particles come from the Teflon coating, which is a type o...
How to remove chewing gum from clothes without ruining the fabric: the freezer trick that actually worksGum on clothing can be removed by freezing the fabric. This method makes the gum hard and brittle, allowing it to snap off easily. After fr...