USDA field pilots replaced most woodchips with corn cobs in nitrate bioreactors; the 75% corn-cob beds removed nitrate up to 10 times fasterField pilots have demonstrated that corn cobs are highly effective in removing nitrates from farm drainage water. These innovative bioreact...
Currency hedging to add 6-8% to green project financing costs: CII-IIMA reportCurrency hedging could increase India’s green project financing costs by 6–8% annually, potentially deterring global institutional investor...
Supreme Court to hear plea on ethanol labelling at petrol pumps on August 31The Supreme Court will hear a petition on August 31 regarding ethanol labelling. The plea seeks mandatory disclosure of ethanol percentages...
Jasleen Royal lives in 2,300-sq-ft Juhu home with sea-facing terrace, prominent piano, warm earthy interiors, personal photographs, arched design elements and a Buddha fountain surrounded by greeneryJasleen Royal house: The singer's Mumbai apartment serves as a personal retreat. The sea-facing Juhu home blends warm textures and earthy c...
Startup block-deal rush puts private valuations to the cash testA rush of block deals in newly listed Indian startups is putting private-market valuations to the test. Early investors in Groww and Meesho...
BPCL says no decision to replace E20 with E10, as govt debates lower-blend option for older vehiclesBharat Petroleum Corp Ltd has clarified that there are no plans to switch from E20 petrol to E10 fuel. Discussions are currently taking pla...
Sunny side down? Egg prices rise on ethanol pushRising diversion of maize to ethanol production has significantly increased poultry feed costs, leading to a 35-40% surge in egg prices ove...
A91 Partners and Sixth Sense-backed Pushp Brand gets SEBI nod for IPO, to offer 74.45 lakh shares via OFSPushp Brand, backed by A91 Partners and Sixth Sense, has received SEBI approval for its IPO, comprising an OFS of up to 74.45 lakh shares. ...
Incubit Group plans Rs 5,000 crore India investment, eyes energy infrastructure expansionIncubit Group plans to invest Rs 5,000 crore in India over four to five years. The emerging-markets energy operator will expand its existin...
"I can’t work much now," Nitin Gadkari's latest comments spark retirement speculationUnion minister Nitin Gadkari's comments about the new generation have fueled retirement peculation. He spoke about his 30 years in public l...
Grey roots showing? Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic’s hairstylist shares 4 low-maintenance ways to cover silver strandsManaging grey hair doesn't have to be a chore. Celebrity stylist Julien Farel, who has worked with Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic emphasiz...
Three from Assam among seven in first batch of first-of-its-kind NCVET-approved Tea Sommelier courseThe programme is an NCVET-approved skill programme aligned to NSQF Level 4, covering tea appreciation, tasting, blending and artisanal tea ...
Government tightens ethanol blend rules for OMCsThe government is contemplating the enforcement of mandatory chloride contamination limits for E20 petrol. Automakers have expressed worrie...
Ethanol is not the whole story behind India’s sugar price surgeSugar prices have significantly increased due to production shortfalls and rising demand. Government data shows a substantial decline in ex...
‘Everyone can cook together, eat together’: Sonam Wangchuk's Ladakh home kitchen blends traditional living with modern facilitiesSonam Wangchuk’s Ladakh home blends traditional living with modern facilities, particularly in its kitchen. During a house tour shared by T...
Tired of chia seeds turning into jelly? Dr Pal shares 2 simple tricks to make them easier to eatChia seeds can be easily added to everyday meals without much effort. Sprinkle them over oatmeal, porridge, yoghurt, smoothie bowls and cer...
India should bring back fuel with lower blend of ethanol, chief economic adviser saysCEA suggests offering a lower ethanol fuel blend. This move aims to address widespread consumer anger over the E20 fuel policy. Many car ow...