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...
Gaining ground: Household manufacturing grows 4x faster than corporatesHousehold manufacturing in India is growing nearly four times faster than corporate entities. This sector's gross value added shows a subst...
Toilet paper facing forward or backward? Know the recommended way to place the roll and why it matters for hygieneThe orientation of a toilet paper roll ignites discussions in many homes. Choosing to have the paper hang over the top can make grabbing a ...
U.S. consumers grow more uneasy about jobs & finances as high inflation outlook holds steady, NY Fed findsUS consumers grew more pessimistic about jobs and personal finances in August. Inflation expectations remained largely unchanged, showing l...
That satisfying post-cleaning fragrance comes with a hidden twist: researchers found scented household products can rapidly generate vast numbers of ultrafine particles inside homesPleasant cleaning product scents can create invisible airborne pollution indoors. These chemicals react with ozone, forming tiny particles ...
Two incomes, Rs 3 lakh a month, yet financial freedom feels distant: The double-income trapA Gurgaon-based founder has sparked an online discussion about why a household earning Rs 3 lakh a month may still struggle to feel financi...
RBI launches key surveys to get inputs for monetary policyThe Reserve Bank of India has launched three key surveys today. These surveys aim to gauge inflation expectations and consumer confidence a...
Only 23% of rural households use LPG exclusively, CEEW studies findMany rural households lack doorstep LPG delivery, facing refill cost and logistics issues. Only a fraction of rural homes use LPG exclusive...
Gold lending industry to witness nearly 28% CAGR over FY26-28E: Motilal Oswal ReportIndia's gold lending industry is projected to witness approximately 28 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over FY26-28E, driven by...
Mix coffee with baking soda: 4 surprising household uses of this simple homemade hackHomemade remedies are becoming a go-to for tackling common household challenges. By combining coffee and baking soda, you create a multifun...
Indian households shift spending towards discretionary goods, servicesHousehold spending shows a shift towards non-essential goods and services. Alcoholic beverages and tobacco spending saw significant growth,...
How to clean dirty shoes at home: Use these 3 easy household ingredients to remove stains, marks and bad smellTransform your shoe care routine using everyday household items. Baking soda serves as a powerhouse for eliminating stains and neutralizing...
- Make growth piggyback on savings
Household savings are increasingly held in financial assets, not physical ones. This shift creates a significant mismatch for long-term inv...
Bengaluru earns, Chandigarh spends, Chennai borrows the most, Delhi is India’s biggest market: Study shows where Indians earn, save, spend and borrow the mostBengaluru tops the charts for household income and savings among India’s major cities, while Chennai records the highest debt-to-income rat...
Why do people put baking soda in their refrigerator? The simple reason behind the household trickUtilizing baking soda in your refrigerator is a fantastic way to combat unwanted food odors. It effectively interacts with the compounds th...
Delhi free solar panel scheme: Govt to provide 3 kW rooftop panels at zero installation cost for households using up to 400 units a month; How to applyDelhi free solar panel: Delhi's revised solar policy will provide eligible households using up to 400 units a month with 3 kW rooftop syste...
In 2021, Berkeley Lab made a roof coating that switches at 67°C. Today, it beats existing coatings in 12 of 15 US climate zones, cutting household electricity use 10%Installing TARC could help the average U.S. household reduce electricity consumption by up to 10 percent annually. Another advantage of TAR...