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In 1907, a lawyer worried about shared water cups helped push a disposable paper cup into daily American life- Dead insect in biriyani: Restaurant ordered to pay Rs 10,000 compensation and serve diner 2 fresh biriyani plates every Sunday for next 5 weeks
- Shigella scare in Kerala: Check symptoms, treatment and causes of the infection that killed 4-year-old in Kozhikode
- Love samosa, pakoras and vada pav? FSSAI issues fresh warning on newspaper-wrapped street snacks. Here's why it could be riskyIndia's food safety regulator, FSSAI, has reissued a stern warning against using newspapers for wrapping, serving, or storing food like sam...07 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
- Weather swings, monsoon risks, and the growing threat to mango, apple cropsThe agriculture industry has evolved historically through adaptation and resilience, and now it is time to speed up this transformation, em...01 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Florence Nightingale: 'Rather, ten times, die in the surf, heralding...'- The 'Lady with the Lamp's' powerful words about courage still inspire the world todayFlorence Nightingale, a pioneering nurse and statistician, transformed healthcare. She gained fame as the 'Lady with the Lamp' during the C...30 May, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
- Hantavirus scare a wake-up call: Why India must build its disease X defencesA recent hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship echoes past pandemic scares. Experts warn Disease X, a future unknown pathogen, is a near cer...24 May, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- Your fridge could be making you sick: Experts explain how to correctly store food in your refrigeratorAs temperatures rise, the FSSAI warns of common fridge storage mistakes increasing food poisoning risks. Proper separation of raw and cooke...18 May, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
- Your kitchen drain is probably growing bacteria right now, here's how to clean itYour kitchen sink drain harbors more germs than your bathroom, posing a health hazard due to bacteria, grease, and food particles. A simple...11 May, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
- That dusty cabin you're opening this weekend could be hiding a deadly virusSpring cleaning at cabins can be dangerous. Hantavirus, carried by mice, spreads through droppings and urine. Inhaling dust from these can ...11 May, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
- Why Some Parents in Finland Want Their Kids to Play in Dirt AgainA Finnish study transformed daycare playgrounds into biodiverse natural habitats, replacing traditional equipment with soil, plants, and fo...11 May, 2026, 03.30 AM IST
- Common airplane habits can have dangerous health impact: 3 mistakes to avoid that people often makeExperts have warned that some routine in-flight hygiene habits may increase exposure to bacteria during air travel. According to flight att...10 May, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
- The clothing item you should never use twice is not a T-shirt or jeans, but the one thing you probably wear every morning without a second thoughtMost people reuse T-shirts and jeans without hesitation, but rewearing socks is a completely different story. Experts warn that socks quick...08 May, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
- Why That Tiny Gap Under Your Sink Might Be Inviting Mice InsideHomeowners often overlook small gaps near pipes, which are common entry points for rodents. Tiny openings, as small as a dime, allow mice a...06 May, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
- UAE introduces new worker housing rules with better facilities, hygiene standardsThe UAE is upgrading worker living conditions. New rules ensure free internet access for all. Larger housing communities will get medical s...30 Apr, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
- Why a Simple Lemon Scrub Can Freshen Your Bathroom, but Not in the Way You ThinkWhile a homemade lemon scrub is a cost-effective and eco-friendly cleaning option, it's crucial to understand its limitations. Lemons' acid...28 Apr, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- How to safely eat watermelons: Lessons to learn after family of 4 dies in Mumbai due to suspected food poisoning from watermelonA family of four in Mumbai died after suspected food poisoning linked to watermelon consumed late at night, prompting an ongoing investigat...27 Apr, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
- Everyone Talks About Cleaning, But No One Mentions This StepTrue cleanliness goes beyond a shiny appearance. Scientific studies reveal that rinsing surfaces after cleaning and ensuring cleaning tools...23 Apr, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
- Toilet Debate Settled: Should the Seat Stay Up or Down, and What Hygiene Experts Actually RecommendNew research reveals flushing toilets releases airborne germs, making lid closure crucial for bathroom hygiene. Scientists emphasize that c...21 Apr, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
- Bengaluru food poisoning: Nearly 100 employees fall sick after eating idli-vada at office canteen; What FSSAI says about these foods you eat dailyIn a suspected food poisoning incident in Bengaluru, 97 employees fell ill after consuming fermented foods like idli, vada, and sambar-rice...20 Apr, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
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