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India seeks WTO consultations with US over duty on quartz surface productsIndia has requested World Trade Organisation consultations with the United States. This action concerns tariffs imposed on quartz surface p...
No plastic, only coconut leaves: Bengaluru Christ University professor builds Rs 70 crore business by making eco-friendly straws, products are exported to 25 countriesFollowing a chance discovery, an English professor at Christ University in Bengaluru has pioneered eco-friendly, plastic-free straws made f...
India seeks WTO consultations with US over 50% tariff quota on quartz surface importsIndia has sought consultations with the US at the World Trade Organization over Washington’s tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products, ...
Before your next trip, try this simple adhesive tape hack on your suitcase wheels — the results may surprise youNeed a quick fix for your luggage? A simple roll of tape can transform your travel game! By wrapping tape around your suitcase wheels, you ...
A road in Surrey could soon send its summer heat 100 metres beneath the surface, store it underground and bring it back during winter, turning geothermal energy into a defense against potholesWhat if roads could store summer heat and use it to prevent winter damage? A University of Surrey trial is exploring exactly that. Its geot...
After nearly 6 years of research, HKU scientists created steel that survives 1,700 mV in seawater, potentially replacing titanium parts and cutting structural material costs 40 times for green hydrogenGreen hydrogen has a costly weakness. Its equipment can depend on expensive titanium to survive harsh electrochemical conditions. Scientist...
Why aluminum foil can turn a cardboard box into a working solar oven: It redirects sunlight toward a dark surface that converts it into heatAn exploration of box-type solar cookers showcased the benefits of incorporating reflectors for improved thermal performance. With the addi...
Kitchen cleaning hack: Mix baking soda with orange juice to tackle grease, sticky residue and bad odoursFor a natural cleaning alternative, combining baking soda and orange juice creates a powerful paste that effortlessly removes kitchen greas...
A dried lakebed in Africa's Chad sends 27.7 million tonnes of dust across 5,000 km of Atlantic Ocean each year, carrying phosphorus that helps sustain the Amazon rainforestThe Amazon rainforest has a surprising lifeline. Each year, about 27.7 million tonnes of Sahara dust travel nearly 5,000 kilometres from Ch...
Gas stove cleaning tips? Try these affordable cleaning tricks to remove burnt food, grease and stubborn stainsCleaning gas stoves can be a challenge due to grease and residue buildup. Utilizing a mixture of warm water and dish soap can work wonders ...
Aluminum foil hacks: It is not just to wrap your leftovers; here's 15 surprising ways to use it around your homeAluminum foil is much more than a kitchen staple; it provides a plethora of practical solutions for everyday chores. Use it to scrub stubbo...
In 2015, NASA's New Horizons flew past Pluto and captured detailed images of its frozen surface. More than a decade later, scientists revisited the images and found evidence that liquid nitrogen may have once flowed across the dwarf planetScientists found evidence of liquid nitrogen flow beneath Pluto's Sputnik Planitia. This flow may have occurred after rising through cracks...
Nearly 600 California workers have developed an incurable lung disease while making ‘quartz’ countertops since 2019; 65 needed lung transplants and 31 diedCalifornia has seen nearly 600 engineered-stone workers diagnosed with silicosis since 2019. Many workers experienced severe lung disease, ...
Earlier this year, a 29-year-old Argentine engineering student mixed iron fillers into ordinary plaster to create a magnet-friendly wall finish. Now it could appeal to 45 million U.S. renter households looking to hang objects without drilling holesA student developed a magnetic cement finish for walls. This material allows hanging objects without drilling into surfaces. The finish con...
Coal India, AMNS sign pact for synthesis gas utilisation at Paradip plantCoal India and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India signed an agreement for a coal gasification project. This collaboration will explore using ...
In 2022, a Palestinian farmer dug a hole for an Olive tree; he uncovered an elaborate Byzantine mosaic filled with animals and colourWhile planting an olive tree in Gaza, a farmer and his son stumbled upon a stunning archaeological treasure. Their digging revealed an orna...
Spraying white vinegar on house keys: The simple cleaning trick people are trying at home, and why you should use it carefullySpraying white vinegar on house keys: Cleaning your house keys can be effortlessly accomplished with white vinegar. The acetic acid in vine...
What happens when you spray white vinegar on keys? The simple cleaning trick you may not knowCleaning house keys is easy with white vinegar. Its mild acidity acts as a natural agent, loosening dirt and light rust. Just remember to d...
Aluminium foil to remove rust from exhaust fan: How to use this simple DIY hack safelyUsing aluminum foil is an effective trick to eliminate light rust from exhaust fan surfaces. This method works well on unpainted steel and ...
Deccan Gold Mines shares rally 13% after maiden gold doré production at Altyn Tor ProjectDeccan Gold Mines shares surged over 13% after the company announced the production of its first gold doré at the Altyn Tor Gold Project in...