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Earth’s inner core may be deforming within years — scientists say its hidden movements could change the length of our days- In 1914, Black & Decker gave an electric drill the grip and trigger of a pistol; that unusual redesign became the basic shape of nearly every modern drill
- Boise began drilling for geothermal water in the late 1890s; four systems now heat an estimated 7.4 million square feet, including much of downtown
- Chicago dug 60 miles of freight tunnels under the Loop in 1899 and forgot them; in 1992, a damaged wall let the river in, and losses topped $1 billionChicago's forgotten freight tunnels were constructed to ease street congestion, acting as essential channels for coal and parcels. However,...25 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- 'Passport to the future' or 'the new Dubai': Hunt for oil in Brazil's Amazon fuels hopes and fearsIndigenous chief Wagner Karipuna gazes worriedly at the tranquil river flowing past his village in the Brazilian Amazon as he imagines the ...23 Sep, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
- Stocks in news: ONGC, Lloyds Metals, Canara Bank, Rays of Belief and GRSEIndian stock markets closed higher on Monday, with the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex gaining points. Several companies, including ONGC and Canara...22 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- What spooked Europe last week? The rumbles of Russia war grow louderEuropean nations now discuss potential Russian conflict in new terms. Intelligence suggests hybrid drone and missile strikes could target U...21 Sep, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
- In 1882, Portugal built a water-powered lift up the Bom Jesus hillside; the unusual system still climbs the slope using gravity instead of motorsThe Elevador do Bom Jesus in Portugal showcases enduring ingenuity, operating on the remarkable principle of water power since its inceptio...21 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- What America’s $100 billion Venezuela oil investment could mean for climate change, oil spills and vulnerable communitiesA significant United States investment in Venezuela's oil sector raises environmental concerns. Increased oil production could worsen exist...17 Sep, 2026, 01.19 AM IST
- Can Hero Motors IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors?Hero Motors plans a ₹1,000 crore IPO for expansion and debt repayment. The company's promoter stake will decrease significantly after the i...16 Sep, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
- Jalgaon man built a cheaper-than-LPG smokeless kerosene stove that generated 8 hours of flame from 2 litres that cost just Rs 15 per hourSarfuddin Kazi, a machinist from Jalgaon, Maharashtra, developed a kerogas stove after studying the working of a petromax and looking for a...15 Sep, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
- In 2001, Bear Grylls bought a Welsh island for £95,000 and spent years rebuilding its wrecked cottages; more than 20 years later, the home still runs on wind, solar and collected waterBear Grylls purchased an island off the Welsh coast for a modest sum. He transformed a derelict lighthouse and cottages into a functional f...13 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- Dividends and stock splits: Hindustan Copper, Cochin Shipyard among 200+ stocks with record dates this week. Check full listOver 90 companies have fixed September 18 as the record date for dividends and other corporate actions. Victoria Mills leads with a Rs 50 p...13 Sep, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
- EV-related stocks: Own the chain, not the guess; 13 stocks with upside potential of up to 28% and downside risk of -14%, according to analystsIn the stock market, when a big theme or sectoral trend takes off, most investors focus on the face of it. A brand with which they can rela...13 Sep, 2026, 06.14 AM IST
- Bill Gates is betting on a power source buried 15,000 feet underground, the massive Google-backed geothermal project that could change how America gets electricityBill Gates is backing Fervo Energy's cutting-edge geothermal technology designed for clean energy production. This advanced process involve...10 Sep, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
- Mark Ruffalo was playing the Hulk while fighting another battle in New York. His farm became part of his clean-energy campaignActor Mark Ruffalo transformed into a passionate environmentalist after observing the destructive effects of fracking close to his home. Hi...10 Sep, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
- In 2016, Sarah Richardson broke ground on an off-grid Ontario country house powered by solar; 9 months later, her family moved into the Starlight FarmSarah Richardson's creation, Starlight Farm, stands as a testament to self-sufficiency. Featuring an innovative off-grid design and solar p...10 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- In 1969, California witnessed catastrophic oil spill between 3.5 million and 4.2 million gallons of crude into Santa Barbara Channel, leading to rise of modern environmental movement, nearly 6 decades later Donald Trump administration is causing concerns among residents. Here's whyTrump administration, citing a need for energy security and job creation, has already announced plans for new offshore oil leases in Califo...07 Sep, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
- In 1834, an American blacksmith along with his wife built the first practical DC electric motor, creating a blueprint for modern electrical machineryIn 1834, an American blacksmith along with his wife built the first practical DC electric motor, changing how electrical energy could be co...03 Sep, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
- This small Texas town was known for cotton, cattle and oil production. Later, more than 1,300 wind turbines changed its landscapeSweetwater, Texas, saw its landscape transformed by wind turbines. More than 1,300 turbines appeared in Nolan County within two decades. Th...30 Aug, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
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