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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...
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...
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...
8 indoor plants that are said to bring bad luck, negative energy in your homeFeng Shui and Vastu Shastra offer guidance on indoor plants. Some plants are believed to bring negative energy and discord into homes. Thes...
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,...
'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...
‘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 ...
Mother’s Day 2026 date and theme: Best wishes, significance & gift ideas to make your mom feel specialMothers Day 2026 (Google Trends): Mother’s Day 2026 will be celebrated on Sunday, 10 May 2026, across India and many countries worldwide to...
India won't have to rely on foreign suppliers for new-gen refrigerant gases, says SRF's Ashish Bharat RamThe new refrigerants called hydrofluoroolefins, or HFOs, are quickly replacing older hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs, in the USA and Europe as ...
Watch: PM Narendra Modi plays football with kids in GangtokPrime Minister Modi enjoyed a football game with children in Gangtok, Sikkim, during his visit marking the state's 50th anniversary. The da...
Gujarat: VGRC to open new doors of opportunities in Surat's textile sectorThe Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference will accelerate industrial growth in South Gujarat. This event aims to attract investments, connect...
The Shift to conscious living: Inside India’s new luxury real estate paradigmIndian luxury homebuyers are prioritizing wellness and sustainability, shifting from extravagance to eco-smart designs and green spaces. Bu...
Padma Shri winner’s house is free from waste and electricity bills. Here's how Indore’s ‘Janak Didi’ created zero waste homeAfter her husband's passing, Janak Palta McGilligan transformed her home into a zero-waste, electricity-free haven. Her residence is powere...
Turn Kitchen Scraps Into Rich Garden Soil: Easy Composting Tips That Cut Your TrashAmericans discard significant food waste annually. Composting offers a simple, science-based solution to convert these scraps into valuable...
The One Smell Spiders Avoid And Why It Works Better Than SpraysSpiders often seek warmth and food inside homes. Homeowners are turning to natural repellents like peppermint oil, citrus peels, vinegar, a...
Amid LPG shortages, meet the Bengaluru couple who own a home that can survive without gas, electricity or water supplyAmid rising fuel costs, a Bengaluru couple's eco-friendly mud house offers a glimpse into self-sufficient living. Their 770 sq ft home, bui...
What's self-sufficient habitation? How to build a home that needs minimum external resourcesWith growing environmental awareness, people are embracing a lifestyle that minimizes ecological footprints. This journey involves harnessi...
Go green: Bengaluru architects are bringing nature inside apartmentsExperts say the building industry is a major cause for climate change.
Six benefits of buying a green homeThere are several benefits which can reduce the cost of daily necessities if you live in a green home. Here are 6 benefits which can motiva...
Eco-housing for MumbaiThe BMC gave a proposal to the State Government last year to introduce the programme of eco-housing in Mumbai.