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Lambs grazing under an Oregon solar farm had 38% less grass than those in an open field, yet gained the same weight as shade made the pasture more nutritious- CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke flags expired food used in mid day meals, lack of basic facilities in Maharashtra government schools
- In 2025, Czech researchers reported 2024 summer tests of green facades; one Holešovice site recorded 6.4K lower mean radiant temperature than a white wall
- Why does a microwave door have a metal mesh? The tiny holes are doing something importantThe metal mesh found on microwave doors serves an essential safety role. The small perforations allow for visibility while effectively bloc...28 Aug, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
- A hotter planet puts 145 mn Indian children under greater stress every year: StudyIndia sees 61 percent of children facing extra heat stress annually. Global research shows climate change doubles dangerous heat exposure f...28 Aug, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- WHO has a 'don’t ignore' warning for people with these 8 symptoms: Here’s why you should take them seriouslyThe World Health Organization (WHO) urges people to recognise the signs of stress and take time to pause and slow down. Stress can manifest...28 Aug, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
- In a 2022 Brazil trial, 52 lambs spent 60 days under solar-panel shade; researchers reported lower body temperatures and about 4% better feed efficiency on hotter daysA comprehensive study conducted in Brazil revealed that lambs grazing beneath solar panels experienced reduced body temperatures, which led...28 Aug, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- Rains Raksha in India may not be enough to fight $250 billion heat billExtreme heat poses a significant economic threat to India's workforce and GDP. Lost labor hours and reduced productivity impact both worker...28 Aug, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
- In 2024, a Dutch sports field stored rainwater beneath artificial turf, cutting surface temperatures by nearly 50% during summer testsResearchers developed a synthetic turf with a hidden water layer for cooling. This system significantly reduced surface temperatures compar...27 Aug, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- In 2023, researchers found shade cooled Singapore streets by 0.8°C across 20 sites. Today, vegetation is estimated to save 228 GWh of energy yearlySingapore's trees offer significant cooling benefits for city streets. Shaded areas were found to be cooler, reducing heat stress for peopl...25 Aug, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
- In 2019, University of Maryland researchers stripped lignin from wood; the resulting cooling material stayed 12°F cooler than natural wood in an Arizona testScientists developed engineered wood to reflect sunlight and release heat. This material stayed cooler than natural wood when exposed to su...25 Aug, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Gurgaon rain leaves school bus stuck in traffic for 8 hours amid severe waterlogging; Class 2 girl trapped for 8 hours comes home hungry and traumatisedGurgaon rain: Heavy rain and severe waterlogging in Gurgaon left several school buses stranded for hours on Monday, with some children taki...25 Aug, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
- In 2024, Phoenix started its very first 24/7 cooling and heat respite center to provide life-saving refuge from extreme desert temperaturesIn 2024, Phoenix started its very first 24/7 cooling and heat respite center to provide life-saving refuge from extreme desert temperatures...25 Aug, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
- New Zealand to introduce bill banning social media for children under 16New Zealand’s conservative coalition government will introduce legislation to ban children under 16 from using social media, with platforms...24 Aug, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
- Europe turned railway tracks white during extreme heat; the low-cost solution tackles a problem hidden in the steelEuropean transport systems are grappling with the impact of rising extreme heatwaves. To combat this, railway tracks are being coated in wh...23 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
- Why broccoli and lettuce are going the way of onion and tomato in EuropeEurope’s heatwaves and drought are damaging vegetable and grain crops, pushing up prices and exposing vulnerabilities even in advanced food...23 Aug, 2026, 10.53 AM IST
- Participants at MeitY child safety consultation call for regulation beyond content takedownsParticipants said there was no demand for a blanket ban on social media. Instead, discussions centred on defining and enforcing “safety by ...21 Aug, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
- Placing aluminium foil on windows: How this simple home trick works, its benefits and the right way to use it to keep rooms cooler in summersUsing aluminum foil to cover windows can efficiently reflect sunlight and minimize heat accumulation indoors. This budget-friendly trick se...19 Aug, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
- Why wildland firefighters carry aluminum-foil shelters: The outer layer reflects about 95% of the radiant heat reaching themWildland firefighters rely on foil fire shelters, which serve as a crucial last line of defense when battling flames. These shelters are de...18 Aug, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- This hotspot is getting hazardousGlobal humid heat exposure has surged significantly, with India experiencing a nineteenfold increase. Poor urban planning and construction ...16 Aug, 2026, 10.45 PM IST
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