India eyes biofertilisers after Mideast war stoked supply fearsUnder a shed in north India, women scoop cow dung, lumps of unrefined sugar and flour to produce biofertiliser -- part of a growing effort ...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
Big corporates plug into electric trucks as rising diesel and logistics expenses drive a rethinkIndian companies are rapidly investing in electric trucks. This shift is driven by fluctuating diesel prices and a focus on sustainability....
13 Jun, 2026, 01.07 AM IST
'Healthy jewellery': Viral bride wears karela, gobi, tamatar & beans as accessories; Internet says she can make salad after weddingA bride has gone viral on social media for her unique wedding jewellery crafted entirely from vegetables. Instead of traditional ornaments,...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Not LPG, but sunlight is helping restaurant in Odisha cook and serve piping hot biryani even after sun goes downAn Odisha cafe is revolutionizing biryani preparation with a 100% solar-powered kitchen, even operating after sunset and on cloudy days. De...
11 Jun, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
No AC, no air cooler, only 7000 kulhads: Haryana man’s unique rooftop technique keeps his home naturally cool even in scorching summer heatAn architect from Haryana has devised an innovative cooling system for his home. He used 7000 kulhads, traditional Indian clay cups, to bui...
07 Jun, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
No AC, only clay blocks: How Bengaluru man’s creative home design keeps temperatures 3 degrees cooler even in scorching summer heatA Bengaluru man, Sathya Prakash Varanashi, has designed a home that stays 2-3 degrees cooler naturally, eliminating the need for air condit...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
Forget ACs: This Delhi couple's home stays cool even in 45°C heat. Here's how they did it naturallyIn Delhi's sweltering heat, one couple's 40-year-old home stays cool without heavy AC reliance. Their residence utilizes traditional archit...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
No AC, still 5 degrees cooler: Kerala cafe uses pots, plants and water to beat scorching summer temperatures. This cooling method keeps the place comfortable naturallyA unique cafe in Kochi, Fress Trees Garden & Café, offers a refreshing escape from summer heat without air conditioning. The establishment ...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
Living Supermaterial: What is the new plastic alternative scientists have created that is stronger, smarter, & fully biodegradable?Living Supermaterial: Indian scientists have developed a novel bacteria-grown cellulose material that could serve as a sustainable alternat...
23 May, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
Nirala World to invest Rs 525 crore to develop a mall in Greater NoidaNirala World will invest Rs 525 crore to develop Nirala Diadem, a premium mall in Greater Noida West. The project will feature a multiplex,...
21 May, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Why birds suddenly avoid wind turbines painted with snake-like patternsScientists are exploring novel strategies to protect birds from wind turbines, moving beyond simple color changes. A new study suggests usi...
20 May, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Green hydrogen to cut LPG dependence for cooking: PSA Ajay SoodIndia is exploring green hydrogen as a cooking fuel to cut reliance on imported LPG. This initiative aims for energy stability and savings....
19 May, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Centre plans Guwahati Water Metro in Phase I of nationwide rollout: Union minister Sarbananda SonowalIndia is set to launch Water Metro services in 18 cities, with Guwahati leading Phase I. This initiative aims to transform waterways into e...
18 May, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
How this 'smart' Maharashtra woman is turning orange peels into cashNagpur is seeing a surge in sustainable innovation. Young minds are turning discarded orange peels into useful eco-friendly products. This ...
18 May, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
'Fuel that should drive urban planning': Anand Mahindra praises Jodhpur's 'zero-AC' cooling shelter that remains 8°C cooler even in 50°C heat. Know all about this innovationJodhpur has developed a net-zero cooling shelter under its Heat Action Plan to help people cope with rising heatwaves without relying on tr...
15 May, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
‘Indians turn ACs on only when needed’: US mom living in India explains biggest difference in cooling the room vs houseAn American woman living in India highlighted contrasting air conditioning habits. Indian homes typically use single-room ACs, switched on ...
15 May, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
I-Beauty! After J, K and C, now it's India's turn in the big beautiful marketIndia's beauty industry is emerging as a global force, blending Ayurvedic heritage with modern science to create "I-beauty." With rising ex...
14 May, 2026, 12.20 PM IST