AC running all day at 18°C but your room still hot? 9 hacks to help you solve this summer heatwave problemAC hacks: When your air conditioner struggles to cool, don't just lower the thermostat. Dirty filters, blocked outdoor units, and poor insu...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
In 1905, an engineer was testing heatproof alloys and made a wire that would not burn out, and the electric toaster came into existenceA special metal alloy called nichrome, invented in 1905, made electric toasters possible. This alloy, a mix of nickel and chromium, could w...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Fed up of mosquitoes? 6 indoor plants that can reduce mosquitos in your homeMosquitoes are a persistent problem in India, but natural remedies offer a greener solution. Several indoor plants, including Lemon Balm, C...
05 Jun, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks may give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsFor the last few earnings seasons, the message has been: “Show me growth, I have the money.” Stocks with better-than-expected earnings saw ...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
Indian steelmakers grapple with resurgence of cheap Chinese importsChinese steel exports to India surged in April, reaching a two-year peak. This influx of cheaper steel, including hot-rolled coils and stai...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
Sebi approves IPOs of Renny Strips, Krishna Buildspace and Rodec PharmaSebi has approved IPOs for Renny Strips, Krishna Buildspace, and Rodec Pharmaceuticals. Renny Strips, a structural steel manufacturer, inte...
29 May, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a 'Genetic Djinn': Pakistani cricket 'expert' says RR IPL star has brought baseball mechanics in cricketRajasthan Royals' young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is making waves in IPL 2026. A Pakistani analyst called him a 'Genetic Djinn' for his p...
29 May, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Retired IAS officer Dhanendra Kumar who worked with World Bank dies in AC blast at South Delhi home: How to prevent such blasts, 10 simple safety tipsRetired IAS officer Dhanendra Kumar AC Blast: Recent AC incidents in Delhi-NCR have raised safety concerns. A retired IAS officer tragicall...
29 May, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
5 common reasons for AC blast during summers as first chairman of Competition Commission of India, an ex-IAS officer, dies at Delhi homeA retired IAS officer's tragic death in a suspected AC blast highlights critical home safety concerns. Continuous operation, refrigerant le...
29 May, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
For those who still have patience for long-term investing: 5 large-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 30%The Indian markets are closed for trading, but the oil price is reacting to overnight noise on the US-Iran war. So, will we see more weakne...
28 May, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
Modern air conditioning was invented in America, but not to keep people coolA printing issue in Brooklyn led to the invention of modern air conditioning. This innovation, initially for paper, became a lifesaver, dra...
28 May, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Time to think of the repair cycle? 8 engineering stocks from India’s capital goods ecosystem with upside potential of up to 26%At a time when the markets are focused on war, crude oil, inflation, and supply disruption, it is easy to miss a quieter shift. India’s eng...
27 May, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
Can aluminum foil really boost your WiFi signal, and what do experts actually sayWhile a viral social media hack suggests aluminum foil can boost Wi-Fi, real science shows precise shaping is key. Dartmouth researchers de...
26 May, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
Nifty IT bottoming out? Anand James on the expiry outlook, pharma profit-booking, and 2 stocks to buy this weekGeojit Investments’ Anand James expects Nifty to attempt a range breakout above 23,700 during the monthly expiry week. He highlighted early...
25 May, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
For both the compulsive trader and careful investor: 25 stocks to watch if risk appetite returns; some with upside potential, some notIf the price of crude oil softens, Indian equities may again see a risk-on phase. Tariff concerns are no longer the central issue; the larg...
24 May, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
In 1902, Willis Carrier was trying to stop paper from warping in a Brooklyn print shop: This led to the foundation of the modern air-conditionerThe year was 1902 when Willis Carrier revolutionized our comfort with the invention of air conditioning, a solution aimed at managing humid...
22 May, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
In 1831, Michael Faraday noticed a tiny needle twitch: And discovered the hidden force behind modern electricityIn 1831, visionary scientist Michael Faraday made a pivotal discovery: the relationship between changing magnetism and electric current. Th...
22 May, 2026, 03.45 PM IST