From UPI to cash? Retailers warn new MDR could hit small merchants ahead of festive seasonRetailers Association of India warns new UPI fees could reverse digital payment gains. Small merchants may shift transactions back to cash,...
16 Sep, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
While selling fax machines, Sara Blakely cut up pantyhose to solve a clothing problem; Spanx later helped make her a self-made billionaire, Forbes reported in 2012Sara Blakely faced a common wardrobe dilemma, but instead of settling for frustration, she transformed her pantyhose into a game-changing p...
16 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
In 2014, ESA astronaut Alexander Gerst wore SpaceTex shirts on the ISS for six months; their fabric data helped inform clothes for future Mars crewsInnovative space experiments have focused on how fabrics can effectively manage astronaut sweat and heat during missions. These studies rev...
15 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
Spraying white vinegar on keys? Know how to use it, benefits, cleaning steps and how often you should try itDaily use of house keys can lead to the buildup of dirt and oils from hands. An effective and easy remedy is white vinegar, which acts as a...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
Kitchen sink looks dirty and dull? Try this easy toothpaste DIY cleaning hack to remove dirt and restore shineUsing toothpaste as a cleaning agent is a quick and effective way to shine kitchen sinks. This method targets light dirt and helps revive d...
14 Sep, 2026, 09.58 PM IST
War in the Middle East is making clothes more expensiveThe ongoing conflict in Iran is causing significant disruptions in global apparel supply chains.
14 Sep, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
He chewed wheat and stuck the leftover on a wall: How a Maharashtra man’s strange discovery led to an award-winning herbal bulletproof jacket, 2000 DRDO orderSports goods manufacturer and sports teacher Makarand Kale developed a lightweight bulletproof material using plant-based ingredients after...
14 Sep, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Kapil Sibal embraces ‘Dimagi Naxal’ label, calls horse trading a constitutional crisisRajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal declared himself a 'Dimagi Naxal' during a recent talk. He explained that horse trading has evolved from sellers...
13 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
In 1783, two French brothers while conducting indoor experiments in Annonay, France after getting inspired by watching smoke rise and clothes billow over a fire invented the world's first practical hot air balloonIn 1783, two French brothers while conducting indoor experiments in Annonay, France after getting inspired by watching smoke rise and cloth...
12 Sep, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
Kitchen cabinet cleaning tips? Check these easy DIY cleaning tricks to remove grease, oil stains, food marks and sticky dirtKitchen cabinets tend to accumulate grease and dirt, particularly in areas around the stove. To clean light grease and recent stains, a mix...
11 Sep, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
How to get mildew smell out of clothes: White vinegar and baking soda may help, but don't put vinegar directly in your washerMildew odors in your laundry can be an annoying issue, often caused by trapped moisture and insufficient air flow. To tackle these smells, ...
11 Sep, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
Cotton yarn price surge weighs on Indian textile industry as FTA gains remain elusiveCotton yarn prices have increased 60% to around Rs 400 per kg from Rs 250 per kg in early 2026
11 Sep, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Baking soda, detergent and toothpaste cleaning hack: Easy way to clean dirty shower glass at homeCrafting a homemade glass cleaner is an effective way to eliminate soap scum and stubborn stains from your shower. Combining baking soda as...
09 Sep, 2026, 09.57 PM IST
Don’t throw away old microfibre cloths as they can be reused as mop pads, this daily life cleanliness hack can save you from creating unnecessary household wasteTransforming old microfiber cloths into functional household items is a clever way to minimize waste while saving on costly disposables. Ex...
09 Sep, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Machinist Edwin Budding patented a lawnmower in 1830; rotating blades used to finish woolen cloth gave him the mechanism for cutting grass evenlyIn 1830, Edwin Budding revolutionized lawn care by inventing the lawn mower, a clever adaptation of a machine designed for trimming cloth. ...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Mix baking soda with distilled water at a 2:1 ratio into a paste; Iowa State Extension says baking soda can help loosen grime from a cool iron soleplateKeeping your iron spotless is essential to avoid transferring grime onto your clothes. To tackle the build-up on the soleplate, mix baking ...
09 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
White vinegar laundry hack: How to add vinegar and liquid soap to help remove odours, sweat and residue from clothesCombining white vinegar with liquid soap can effectively eliminate persistent odors and residues from laundry. This duo enhances the cleani...
05 Sep, 2026, 04.41 PM IST