Restaurants tighten supply chains, hygiene standards amid crackdownIndia’s food safety crackdown is prompting restaurants and food delivery platforms to tighten checks on ingredients, suppliers, hygiene and...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
You don't use unwashed glasses then why drink straight from cold-drink cans? Food-safety guidance says cleaning it is very importantDrinking a cold drink straight from the can is a common habit, especially when the beverage is already chilled and there is no glass around...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Science says microwaves don’t really cook food from the inside out, here’s what happens inside the ovenMicrowaves bounce off the metal walls inside the oven, and when the reflected waves interact with incoming waves, they can create areas of ...
01 Sep, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
In 2009, Montana's Big Hole staff began monitoring an invasive plant threatening native habitat. 17 years later, spotted knapweed estimates stood at just 8% of its 2012 peak, showing strong controlLong-term monitoring and control efforts have significantly reduced spotted knapweed at Big Hole National Battlefield in Montana. Monitorin...
01 Sep, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
In 2005, NASA flew five thick-toed geckos aboard Foton-M2 for 16 days without food or water; all were recovered with no apparent negative health effectsFive geckos orbited Earth for sixteen days without food or water. Researchers studied how weightlessness affects these cold-blooded animals...
31 Aug, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
Chutney goes global: From Indian kitchens to Caribbean music and British supermarket shelvesChutney has travelled far beyond Indian kitchens, evolving into music in the Caribbean, finding a place on British supermarket shelves and ...
30 Aug, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Why does a microwave door have a metal mesh? The tiny holes are doing something importantThe metal mesh found on microwave doors serves an essential safety role. The small perforations allow for visibility while effectively bloc...
28 Aug, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
Aluminium foil hack for cleaning greasy pans: How it works, benefits and why it helps remove grease and food residueDid you know that crumpled aluminum foil is a fantastic ally in the battle against greasy pans? By simply rolling it up and using it to scr...
28 Aug, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Aluminium foil hack for your gas stove: How it works, benefits and why it helps keep your kitchen cleanUsing aluminum foil to line your gas stove can be an effective way to shield the surface from cooking splatters and grease. By placing it t...
27 Aug, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
MIT built a three-layer passive cooling panel of aerogel, hydrogel and reflective material; tests cooled it 9.3°C below ambient and suggested up to 40% longer food storage in humid conditionsResearchers have created a passive cooling system that uses natural processes. This innovative device cools significantly below ambient air...
26 Aug, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Berkeley Lab built a roof coating of vanadium dioxide that flips at 67°C; across 15 US climate zones, it outperformed existing coatings in 12 and cut household electricity by 10%A team of researchers has introduced an innovative roof coating designed to respond to changing seasonal temperatures. This cutting-edge ma...
25 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
Placing aluminium foil around kitchen surfaces: How this simple kitchen hack works, its benefits and the right way to use itUsing aluminum foil in the kitchen is a pragmatic approach to safeguarding your surfaces from messy cooking spills. It conveniently absorbs...
25 Aug, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Stanford ran water beneath mirror-like rooftop panels; they cooled it 3–5°C below the surrounding air by sending heat into spaceResearchers at Stanford have created innovative panels that cool water exclusively using sunlight and mirrors. These panels effectively ref...
21 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Added too much oil to your food? try these easy kitchen tricks to remove excess oil without ruining the dishRemoving excess oil from your dishes doesn’t have to be a daunting task. One simple method is skimming oil from the top of your curries to ...
20 Aug, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
Burnt iron pan looks ruined? Try these easy cleaning hacks to remove stubborn food and restore its surfaceReviving burnt cast-iron pans is achievable with the right cleaning methods. Begin by simmering water to loosen stubborn food remnants. Uti...
19 Aug, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
Microwave cleaning tips? Try these easy household hacks to remove food stains, grease and bad odoursHousehold cleaning solutions make a difference in disinfecting your microwave. By mixing dish soap with warm water, you can effortlessly el...
15 Aug, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
Hack of the Day: White vinegar to clean your microwave? Here’s how to use this simple cleaning trick to remove grease and food residueKeeping your microwave clean is crucial for maintaining its efficiency. A simple method involves using white vinegar mixed with water. By h...
13 Aug, 2026, 05.01 PM IST