In 1987, the world swapped ozone-destroying CFCs for safer refrigerants; nearly 40 years later, scientists found the switch had been quietly raining a forever chemical across the planetChemicals meant to protect the planet are now causing a new issue. Replacements for ozone-damaging CFCs are forming a stubborn chemical, TF...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
Water cut off for thousands of Iranians after US strikes: State mediaUS strikes on two reservoirs in Sirik, Iran, have left 20,000 residents without drinking water amid extreme heat. The attacks, in retaliati...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Cheap 'RO' with no electricity: How twin sisters created Rs 100 water filter using bhindi, methi & chawal to remove 'forever chemicals' and microplasticsTwin sisters Naina and Nayantara Singh have developed Aqua Sattva, an award-winning, low-cost, plant-based water filtration system. This in...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
IWT treaty: Centre says not a single drop of water will go to Pakistan as it formulates plans to stop flowsIndia is taking steps to ensure Pakistan receives no water from the Indus river system in the coming years. Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. ...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
A new-age thirst for beverages is emerging as a key force in India's consumer goods marketBeverage industry in India: Indian companies are seeing strong growth in drinks like coffee, ready-to-drink options, and protein beverages....
09 Jun, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
Mumbai man paying Rs 90,000 rent says he still struggles with water shortage in high-rise societyMumbai residents paying a hefty Rs 90,000 monthly rent in a high-rise society are grappling with severe water shortages. Despite the exorbi...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
In 1916, chemists hunting a soap substitute made a cleaner that worked in hard water, and laundry detergent changed washing foreverThe demand for cleaner solutions during World War I led to the invention of synthetic detergents. These groundbreaking products outperforme...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
Want to lose weight? Influencer who shed 55 kg reveals the 7 foods she gave upFitness influencer Dolly shared her weight loss journey, revealing that eliminating seven food categories helped her reduce calorie intake ...
08 Jun, 2026, 09.32 PM IST
Anand Mahindra fascinated by this Indian city where people can drink water straight from tap; explains why they don't need RO purifiers or bottled waterAnand Mahindra Puri water story: Puri, a coastal city in India, now offers tap water safe for direct consumption. This achievement stems fr...
08 Jun, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Rural tap water coverage reaches nearly 82 pc under Jal Jeevan Mission, claims government documentIndia has achieved remarkable progress in providing tap water to rural households, claims government. The Jal Jeevan Mission has connected ...
08 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
As World Cup heats up, experts warn fans about mixing alcohol and extreme temperaturesSoccer fans will be drinking alcohol during the FIFA World Cup games. Experts warn that mixing alcohol with extreme heat carries risks. Exc...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
No rivers, no wells, no rain needed: How a Nobel Prize-winning scientist's invention produces up to 1,000 litres of drinking water daily from thin airOmar Yaghi Water-From-Air Innovation: Nobel Prize-winning chemist Omar Yaghi has helped develop a groundbreaking machine that can produce c...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Railways renews push for installing Atmospheric Water GeneratorsIndian Railways has renewed its push to deploy Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) in water-scarce areas, asking zones, production units an...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Congress' Raman Bhalla says delay in J&K statehood restoration, local body polls is hurting public interestJammu and Kashmir Congress on Sunday voiced strong concerns regarding the ongoing delay in restoring full statehood and holding elections f...
31 May, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
Mann Ki Baat Episode 134: From Aam Panna & Sol Kadhi to Neer Mor and Bela Panna; How to make the 9 healthy Indian drinks recommended by PM Modi for heatwave reliefMann Ki Baat Episode 134: During the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's diverse traditional s...
31 May, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Haryana has assured to supply 1,000 cusecs of water to national capital: Delhi CM Rekha GuptaHaryana has assured Delhi of 1,000 cusecs of water supply via the Munak Canal. This comes as Delhi faces a significant drop in water produc...
30 May, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Delhi water crisis: Will supply improve in coming days? Here’s the latest update after Haryana releases waterDelhi residents may face ongoing water supply issues. The Wazirabad barrage water level remains low, affecting key treatment plants. Haryan...
27 May, 2026, 04.53 PM IST