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Indian officials survey farms around Tata iPhone parts plant after water pollution warningGovernment officials are inspecting farmland near Tata's iPhone parts factory in Hosur. This follows reports that wastewater discharge from...15 Jun, 2026, 07.08 PM IST- Kerala remains India’s ground zero for the Nipah virus, but why?A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, highlights the state's recurring outbreaks. Experts link these to fruit bats and human activit...14 Jun, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
- Tata's Apple iPhone factory in Tamil Nadu faces shutdown threat over farmland water contamination; pollution body seeks explanationAn Indian pollution regulator has accused Tata Electronics, a key supplier for Apple's iPhones, of contaminating groundwater near its Hosur...13 Jun, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
- Kerala reports fresh Nipah Virus case: Check symptoms, ways to prevent and other key detailsKerala is on high alert after a man in Kozhikode district tested positive for Nipah virus. Health officials are tracing contacts and implem...11 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
- In 2008, archaeologists lifting a skull from a wet pit in York found something soft inside, and the Heslington brain preserved a life from Iron Age BritainIn a remarkable archaeological breakthrough in York, England, researchers unearthed ancient brain tissue that has astonishingly remained in...10 Jun, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
- In 1907, a paper company trying to salvage a shipment of tissue sent out stronger sheets, which led to the creation of paper towelsIn 1907, what began as a manufacturing mishap morphed into the revolutionary invention of paper towels. The unexpected resilience of tissue...09 Jun, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
- India’s rising export champion faces a critical credibility testIndia's seafood exports are soaring, reaching record highs and aiming for $30 billion within five years. Despite overcoming US tariffs and ...06 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
- Where does the Grand Canyon's water really come from? Scientists explore hidden cavesResearchers are mapping the Grand Canyon's hidden cave systems to understand how Roaring Springs, a vital water source, functions. This pro...03 Jun, 2026, 02.03 AM IST
- Are immunity boosters secretly helping the body fight cancer too? New Vitamin C research reveals a surprising reduction in cancer-linked risksVitamin C supplements may reduce cancer risk linked to processed meat nitrates, according to new cancer research from the University of Wat...26 May, 2026, 08.26 PM IST
- In 1933, one unexpected waxy deposit inside a reactor helped create modern plastic foreverA chance discovery in a 1933 laboratory experiment led to polyethylene, a plastic now vital for packaging and industry. Chemists Eric Fawce...20 May, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
- In the 1950s, one stubborn chemical spill at a 3M lab sparked the idea behind ScotchgardAn accidental lab spill in the 1950s led to the creation of Scotchgard, a revolutionary stain-repellent fabric protector. Developed by 3M a...20 May, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
- Scientists just found a smelly algae that eats microplastics, and it could save your drinking waterScientists are developing algae to tackle microplastic pollution in drinking water. This orange-scented algae repels water, causing micropl...13 May, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
- Who sank Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, was NATO involved, and was it torpedoed? Reports explain mystery, ship's route, nuclear cargo claims and US aircraft presenceWho sank Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, was NATO involved, and was it torpedoed? This explainer covers the sinking of the Ursa Major near S...12 May, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- Watermelon deaths in Chhattisgarh: One teen dead and three hospitalised after eating suspected contaminated seasonal fruitA tragic incident in Chhattisgarh's Janjgir-Champa district saw a 15-year-old boy, Akhilesh Dhivar, die after allegedly consuming contamina...12 May, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
- Is Antarctica's tourism boom a ticking time bomb for disease and contamination? Here's what you need to knowAntarctica's tourism is booming, attracting over 80,000 visitors. Experts warn this surge increases risks of contamination and disease. A r...08 May, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
- Antarctica's tourism boom raises concerns about contamination and diseaseSoaring tourism to Antarctica, driven by climate change fears, raises concerns about contamination and damage to the fragile ecosystem. A r...07 May, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
- Hantavirus outbreak: How is hantavirus spread?How does hantavirus spread: Hantavirus usually spreads by inhaling contaminated rodent droppings and can spread person-to-person, though th...07 May, 2026, 06.36 AM IST
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