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Your houseplant's leaves may be dirtier than you think: Here’s why cleaning them regularly matters a lot- A dried lakebed in Africa's Chad sends 27.7 million tonnes of dust across 5,000 km of Atlantic Ocean each year, carrying phosphorus that helps sustain the Amazon rainforest
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- Going on vacation? These 5 tips will keep your houseplants alive while you are awaySelf-watering planters offer an easy solution for plant hydration. Cleaning leaves and removing pests prevents future problems for plants. ...05 Aug, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
- Dinosaurs dynasty came to end 66 million years ago but reason behind apex predator's extinction on earth may be due to asteroid force more than one billion times the strength of the atomic blasts at Hiroshima, NagasakiSixty-six million years later, the story of the dinosaurs remains one of nature's most dramatic reminders that life on Earth can change sud...29 Jul, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
- In 1989, a Japanese oyster farmer began planting trees in the mountains to save his dying bay; the river cleared, and marine life returnedJapanese oyster farmer Shigeatsu Hatakeyama restored his bay by planting trees. Healthy forests upstream provided essential nutrients for o...29 Jul, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
- In the 1930s, the Dust Bowl devastated America but Franklin D. Roosevelt's massive tree-planting project is still protecting US farmland nearly 90 years laterThe Dust Bowl is one of the worst environmental disasters in American history, but it also sparked one of the country's largest conservatio...27 Jul, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
- A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful experience through its waterways and vibrant music. Travellers can savour memorable dishes and collect small, se...14 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
- From Snake plant to Cast iron plant: 7 low-maintenance indoor plants that thrive even if you forget to water themBringing greenery indoors is now stress-free, even for beginners. Discover resilient houseplants like the Snake Plant, Pothos, and ZZ Plant...03 Jul, 2026, 07.20 AM IST
- How to keep indoor plants healthy in summers: Easy and smart tips to protect plants from heat damageJune's heat and humidity demand careful indoor plant care. Adjust watering by checking soil moisture, manage sunlight with indirect light, ...15 Jun, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
- 7 air-purifying indoor plants that you must add to your home immediatelyBringing air-purifying plants indoors enhances home environments. Plants like Devil's Ivy, Snake Plant, and Peace Lily offer beauty and cle...04 Jun, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
- 7 beginner-friendly indoor plants that are low-maintenance and can survive almost anywhereGreen thumbs are not always necessary for indoor plants. Several forgiving varieties thrive with minimal attention. ZZ plants, spider plant...27 May, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
- NDMC imposes Rs 50,000 fine for dust pollution at construction sites amid poor air quality in DelhiNDMC is cracking down on construction sites violating dust control rules as Delhi faces severe air quality issues. GRAP Stage 1 has been im...16 Oct, 2024, 07.46 PM IST
- Best Money Plants in IndiaMoney plants, scientifically known as Epipremnum aureum, are excellent additions to homes for several reasons. Their lush green foliage add...08 Apr, 2024, 08.11 AM IST
- Here's why GRAP plan for reducing air pollution may not work in Delhi-NCRExperts highlight the lack of consistent action and enforcement of existing rules in the fight against air pollution in Delhi-NCR. Despite ...06 Nov, 2023, 03.30 PM IST
- Plants have become a 'must-have' for home decor, but before you buy one, make sure you know how to keep them aliveThe popularity of indoor variegated plants will almost certainly lead to greater use outdoors.15 Apr, 2022, 02.39 PM IST
- "When water came, it felt like mountain was crashing": Uttarakhand survivors recount horror stories"Suddenly there was a sound of whistling... there was shouting, people were telling us to come out. We thought it was a fire. We started ru...09 Feb, 2021, 01.07 PM IST
- Green wall, urban forestry: Here are some solutions for cities affected by air pollutionTo tackle this problem, our focus should be on preventive and long term measures because if proper planning is not done now then the future...21 Nov, 2019, 02.59 PM IST
- Cotton crop under scare of dust storm in Haryana, Rajasthan, Punjab“The effect of dust conditions is widely noticeable in districts of Jind, Sirsa, Fatehabad, Bhiwani and Hisar,” Haryana’s additional direct...14 Jun, 2018, 06.23 PM IST
- Heatwave causes dust clouds at Tata Steel plant in UKThe ongoing heatwave in Britain has been blamed for dust clouds emanating from Tata Steel's plant in Wales.19 Jul, 2013, 04.56 PM IST
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