No self-rising flour? Mix 1 cup flour, 1¼ tsp baking powder, and ¼ tsp salt; this 3-ingredient blend makes a substitute for 1 cupBakers need not fret if they are out of self-rising flour; a quick blend of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt can serve as a perfe...
17 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
No buttermilk? Add 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar to milk to make 1 cup; the simple substitute only needs a few minutes to thickenFor those who love to bake, running out of buttermilk is no longer a crisis. A quick fix involves mixing milk with an acidic component, whi...
17 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Out of eggs? 1/4 cup of seltzer can replace 1 egg in yellow cake, and in testing, it produced the best texture and flavor of all the substitutes triedAs egg prices soared in the early 2020s, many bakers began to explore innovative alternatives. Surprisingly, plain seltzer water proved to ...
17 Sep, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
Kunal Kapur’s 2-ingredient chocolate banana pudding recipe: Easy dessert to make when you crave something sweetKunal Kapur, renowned celebrity chef, presents a delightful chocolate pudding recipe that's both simple and indulgent. Utilizing just ripe ...
16 Sep, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
US pilot turns 60 tons of old boats into cement fuel as 200,000 fiberglass hulls face retirement every yearThousands of old fiberglass boats are difficult and expensive to recycle, leaving many destined for landfills or abandonment. A Rhode Islan...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
Missouri chapter of a French waste management company turned old wind turbine blades into greener cement, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 27%On December 8, GE Renewable Energy initiated a partnership with French waste management firm Veolia to recycle old blades from onshore wind...
15 Sep, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
No sugar, 5g protein: Mumbai nutritionist shares healthy dark chocolate and pistachio modak recipe for Ganesh ChaturthiGanesh Chaturthi celebrations are underway, bringing joy and traditional sweets. Mumbai nutritionist Vanshika Khurana offers a healthy moda...
14 Sep, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
Out of baking powder? For about 1 tsp, mix 1/4 tsp baking soda with 1/2 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice and enough milk to make 1/2 cup; the acid reaction releases carbon dioxideIf you're out of baking powder, don't despair! You can whip up a quick substitute using common kitchen ingredients. A blend of baking soda,...
14 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Ronald Reagan: ‘Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with…’ - How to navigate tension without ruining relationships; Ex-US President’s insight on constructive communication
Achieving true peace requires the adept navigation of disagreements using calm diplomacy and genuine empathy. Ronald Reagan's wisdom remind...
14 Sep, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Food regulator directs Nilgiri Oil and Allied Industries, Aquagri to recall 2 productsFood regulator FSSAI has ordered immediate recalls of two products from the market. Nilgiri Oil and Allied Industries must recall its coria...
12 Sep, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Mix 1/2 cup vinegar with 2 tbsp washing soda instead of reaching for powdered cleanser; the simple two-part mixture may help tackle grease and everyday grimeFor those looking for a natural cleaning solution, a blend of vinegar and washing soda proves to be a powerful duo against greasy stovetops...
12 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
In 1990, New York City began recycling waste glass into street pavement. 5 years later, the city had reused 250,000 tons of glass in resurfacing projects across the cityNew York City pioneered waste glass use in road construction between 1990 and 1995. Research examined crushed glass as an asphalt aggregate...
08 Sep, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
In 2022, a Washington State lab study replaced 20% of cement with recycled glass powder; 56-day strength rose 19% with steel milling, while surface resistivity improved 150% with ceramic millingWashington State University engineers are testing recycled glass powder as a cement substitute. This waste material could potentially impro...
08 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
New York is building a $21.2 million bridge with recycled glass, 106 tons of waste will become part of the concreteA bridge project in New York is pioneering the use of recycled glass in its concrete mix. This groundbreaking technique not only keeps wast...
08 Sep, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
In US, a Missouri facility shreds up to 3,000 retired wind-turbine blades a year; the waste is reused in cement productionIn Missouri, retired wind turbine blades, known for their complex composite makeup, are being creatively repurposed. These enormous blades ...
05 Sep, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
In a 2025 study, researchers fired clay bricks with 10% eggshell powder; thermal conductivity was 50% lower than in untreated bricksInnovators are integrating eggshell waste into fired clay bricks, effectively reducing heat transfer in building structures. By using a 10%...
04 Sep, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
In 2025, Egyptian researchers mixed eggshell waste into clay bricks to block the walls from absorbing outside heat and transferring it indoors during hot climates; heat transfer dropped 50%Egyptian researchers tested clay bricks containing eggshell waste and found that a 10% eggshell formulation fired at 1,100°C reduced therma...
02 Sep, 2026, 03.33 PM IST