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Five reforms India needs before the next shockIndia faces economic vulnerabilities from external crises. Five reforms are proposed to build resilience. These include reducing gold and c...17 Jun, 2026, 11.59 PM IST- Psychology suggests people who clean as they cook are practicing small self-control loops that change how calmly they handle busy daysA messy kitchen can prolong stress, according to research linking clutter to higher cortisol levels. The 'clean as you go' habit, however, ...17 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- In 1907, a Canton janitor's asthma got so bad he rigged a fan motor, broomstick, and pillowcase into a vacuum: His cousin's husband, W.H. Hoover, bought the patent in 1908Meet James Murray Spangler, the janitor whose battle with asthma sparked an ingenious innovation in 1907: the electric suction sweeper. Cra...17 Jun, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- In 1956, a Cincinnati nursery teacher read about wallpaper putty being used as clay and convinced her brother-in-law to rebrand it as Play-Doh, 2 billion cans laterA humble wallpaper cleaner found new life as Play-Doh. A Cincinnati teacher, Kay Zufall, saw its potential for children's art. Her brother-...17 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
- ‘Civic sense, zero potholes, less honking, functional street lights’: Indian traveller in Bangkok shares simple things that Indian cities lackIndian cities often fall short on basic amenities like roads and waste management. A traveler's observations in Bangkok reveal a stark cont...17 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
- Scientists are borrowing a NASA dust-zapping trick to keep solar panels cleaner in dusty places like the American Southwest, India, and the Sahel, and the payoff could be cheaper power with less water and laborSolar power is growing, but dust significantly reduces panel efficiency. A startup, Clear Solar, is using technology developed for Mars rov...17 Jun, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
- Actor R Madhavan left amazed by 30 Manipuri students who removed 600 kg of waste from Dehradun. Who is the 21-year-old changemaker?Actor R Madhavan shared an inspiring story of 21-year-old Cheenglai Lapka Chongtham and a group of Manipuri students in Dehradun. Their ini...17 Jun, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
- This jacket can turn air into drinking water, producing nearly 1 liter a dayA revolutionary jacket from the University of Texas at Austin can now generate drinking water from the air. This innovative wearable uses s...17 Jun, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
- India’s first clean economy index fund is here: Should you invest?India's green transition is accelerating, and the Motilal Oswal BSE Clean Environment Index Fund offers a unique passive investment route. ...16 Jun, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
- Research suggests people who walk outside within hour of waking are using morning light exactly the way the body was built toMornings often begin indoors, but research suggests that getting outside soon after waking can significantly improve sleep, energy levels a...15 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
- Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...15 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
- Quote of the day by John Keats: ‘Do you not see how necessary a world of pains and troubles is to school…’ – English poet talks about the ‘vale of Soul-making’John Keats, a renowned poet, believed life's troubles forge character. His "vale of Soul-making" concept suggests pain teaches vital lesson...13 Jun, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
- How to remove pesticides naturally from your favourite summer fruits: Berries, peaches and plumsSummer's bounty of berries, peaches, and plums offers peak flavour and nutrition. While delicious, these fruits can carry pesticide residue...13 Jun, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
- Dubai World Trade Centre Metro Station's dirty signboard was flagged to authorities. What happened next left the Internet impressedA Dubai resident's Instagram complaint about a dirty metro station signboard led to a swift cleanup the very next day, sparking praise for ...13 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
- Parama Ekadashi vrat katha: How a poor Brahmin won Lord Vishnu's blessings. Check Parama Ekadashi rituals, significance, puja Vidhi and moreParama Ekadashi ki vrat katha : Parama Ekadashi is being observed today, June 11, and it holds deep significance in Sanatan Dharma, encoura...11 Jun, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
- How to remove pesticides from mangoes, litchi naturally to make them safe for eatingSummer fruits like mangoes and litchis offer delicious refreshment but may carry pesticide residues. Proper washing techniques, including s...10 Jun, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
- In 1916, chemists hunting a soap substitute made a cleaner that worked in hard water, and laundry detergent changed washing foreverThe demand for cleaner solutions during World War I led to the invention of synthetic detergents. These groundbreaking products outperforme...09 Jun, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
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