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India had largest number of people exposed to 30 days of risky heat from Jun-Aug: Analysis- EnergyFIT Philly upgraded 70+ low-income homes with white heat-reflecting roofs and other repairs; the case study reported household energy savings of $500-$3,500 a year
- Heat stress cost India $9 per tonne of CO2 in lost labour productivity in 2025
- 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
- AC maintenance: How a Rs 250 cover can save you from costly repair billsA simple Rs 250 rain cover for a residential split AC can help protect the outdoor unit from direct exposure to rain, moisture and dust dur...12 Sep, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
- Vijay Deverakonda co-launches Unhype, a skincare brandUnhype has been developed as a functional skincare line for young Indians, particularly the 18-30 age group, with products designed around ...12 Sep, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
- Tata Steel scaling up AI, connected workforce systems to boost industrial safetyTata Steel is using over 10,000 CCTV cameras and AI for proactive accident prevention. Connected workforce systems and remote operations ar...11 Sep, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
- Want glossy, healthy hair before the festive season? Try this Korean-inspired 7-step hair-washing routineKorean-inspired hair care focuses on scalp health, gentle cleansing, hydration and protecting the hair lengths from damage. The routine inc...11 Sep, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
- Irvine coated a half-mile stretch of two connected streets with cool pavement; August and September measurements found the treated asphalt ran about 7-10°F coolerCities worldwide are turning to cool pavement technologies to tackle urban heat. In Irvine, California, treated roads have experienced a re...09 Sep, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- Use undiluted 5% white vinegar at 130°F for 1 minute; Colorado State Extension says it can reduce Listeria, E. coli, and Salmonella by over 99.999% on hard surfacesWhite vinegar demonstrates effectiveness in reducing prevalent kitchen pathogens when used under controlled laboratory conditions. When hea...09 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- India knows where extreme weather is coming. It doesn’t know what it will costIndia’s climate risks are increasingly becoming macroeconomic shocks, affecting food prices, infrastructure, power demand, productivity and...08 Sep, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
- Blanket for ice cover? Scientists wraps Swiss glacier with sheep’s wool to protect it from melting; early tests found it protected the ice about as well as plastic sheetsA Swiss glacier experiment is testing sheep’s wool as a natural alternative to plastic covers used to slow glacier melting. Researchers fou...08 Sep, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
- Hair-permanent solution stains can appear months later: Georgia Extension recommends a 15-minute warm-water, detergent, and vinegar soak, followed by rubbing alcohol and washingHome perm kits can leave unexpected yellow stains on your clothes, even months after application. These discolorations occur due to sulfur ...07 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- How to clean and disinfect your glasses the right way: A simple guide to protecting your lenses, keeping your frames strong, and caring for your eyesMaintaining a regular cleaning routine for eyeglasses is crucial to eliminate daily grime and maintain the integrity of your frames. Opt fo...06 Sep, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
- In 1984, NASA left Bacillus spores in space for nearly 6 years; after LDEF returned to Earth, 1–2% of the exposed spores were still aliveDuring an extensive six-year voyage aboard the LDEF satellite, soil bacteria spores demonstrated remarkable resilience, surviving the rigor...05 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- Science says chilli burns your mouth without actually burning it, here’s what capsaicin does to your nervesThe sensation after biting into a hot chilli can be intense: your mouth may feel as though it is on fire. Your lips can tingle, your tongue...04 Sep, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
- Solar panels cut light by 80% in sea cucumber ponds, but what happened to sea cucumbers surprised scientistsSolar panels installed over sea cucumber ponds in China reduced light levels by 80.5% and lowered water temperatures by 1.20°C, according t...04 Sep, 2026, 06.51 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
- A hotter planet puts 145 mn Indian children under greater stress every year: StudyIndia sees 61 percent of children facing extra heat stress annually. Global research shows climate change doubles dangerous heat exposure f...28 Aug, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- Rains Raksha in India may not be enough to fight $250 billion heat billExtreme heat poses a significant economic threat to India's workforce and GDP. Lost labor hours and reduced productivity impact both worker...28 Aug, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
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