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In 1993, Taiwan collected 70% of its trash while recycling virtually none. 33 years later, paid bags, musical trucks and sorting helped drive recycling to 55% nationwideTaiwan’s experience therefore challenges the idea that recycling depends mainly on individual environmental enthusiasm. People certainly ne...01 Sep, 2026, 04.13 AM IST- Trump to replenish US oil reserves with Venezuelan crude; 'topping out' process to begin shortlyDonald Trump announced plans to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. He stated Venezuelan oil would be used for this replenishment effor...31 Aug, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
- Researchers heated sewage sludge at 325°C for 30 minutes before centrifugation; the process converted 88% of the sludge and recovered bio-oil at up to 64%Researchers have pioneered an innovative method that transforms sewage sludge into valuable bio-oil using hydrothermal liquefaction techniq...31 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Arthur Zeikel: "Generally speaking, bad news tends to develop on the installment plan, and the first earnings revision is usually not the last"Arthur Zeikel’s observation highlights how bad news and earnings downgrades can unfold gradually. An initial cut to profit forecasts may si...31 Aug, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
- In Maine, engineers turn about 1 million scrap tires a year into lightweight highway fill; the shredded rubber stabilizes embankments built on weak marine clayInnovatively transforming shredded tyres into construction materials for highway embankments, Maine tackled substantial waste tyre pileup w...31 Aug, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
- A £5,000 bill can’t stop people from trying to become BritishBritain's citizenship fees are significantly higher than other European nations. These costs have risen over decades as they fund immigrati...31 Aug, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
- A 2026 Australian study finds controlled breathing may reduce addiction cravings after scientists analyzed 20 studies involving 1,249 people; researchers found breathing-based interventions significantly lowered cravings for nicotine, alcohol and other drugsA new study found controlled breathing significantly lowers cravings for various substances. This simple intervention shows promise as a lo...30 Aug, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
- CJI Surya Kant flags 'climate injustice', says developing nations cannot bear brunt of green transitionAddressing the High-Level Commonwealth Policy Dialogue on Climate Justice at Marlborough House in London, CJI Kant on Friday said the globa...29 Aug, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
- India wants global factories, but its own quality checks may be putting investors off: GTRIConcerns have surfaced among Japanese enterprises regarding India's compulsory BIS certification rules. A newly released study proposes a s...29 Aug, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
- Raghuram Rajan calls for Federal Reserve rate hike, says US economy 'not being held back'Former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan advocates for higher US Federal Reserve interest rates. He believes current financial conditions remain ...28 Aug, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
- Carbon pricing, emissions tracking key to protect India's exports under EU CBAM: CII ReportIndia must enhance carbon pricing and emissions tracking systems for exporters. The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism ent...28 Aug, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
- In 1959, Auckland opened its Harbour Bridge after 3 years of construction. 10 years later, clip-on sections doubled its capacity from 4 lanes to 8 lanes for city trafficAuckland Harbour Bridge's initial construction prioritized affordability over immediate full capacity. The bridge was later expanded with c...27 Aug, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
- Raising a child in India could cost nearly Rs 7 crore, financial advisor’s estimate sparks debateFinance advisor and content creator Udayan Adhye has sparked an online discussion after estimating that raising a child in an Indian metro ...27 Aug, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
- US Stock Market: Bessent-Warsh divide deepens over US interest rates and Treasury market strategyTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh are taking different approaches to US interest rates and the Treasury market. Wh...27 Aug, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
- US Stock Market: Jackson Hole Symposium in focus as investors seek clarity on Fed policyInvestors are turning to Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s first Jackson Hole speech for clues on the U.S. central bank’s rate path, as e...27 Aug, 2026, 01.05 PM IST
- An 18-year-old wanted to make advanced robotics cheaper so he built a high-precision sensor that costs less than $25; similar devices can cost hundreds or thousandsIn a remarkable feat of innovation, eighteen-year-old Frank Lucci has crafted SubArc, a groundbreaking rotary sensor for robotics that reta...26 Aug, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
- Airbound raises $37 million from Greenoaks, DoorDash, others; aims to scale up drone deliveryThe funding comes alongside a new commercial deployment agreement with the Andhra Pradesh government, under which Airbound plans to build a...25 Aug, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
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