A 16-year-old South African teen turned orange peels into a material that could help farms save waterA young South African inventor has captured global attention with a groundbreaking idea. She has developed a material from orange peels tha...
20 May, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Why static cling gets worse in winter and the simple hack people useStatic electricity in clothes is a common problem. Many households are now using aluminum foil balls in dryers. This method helps reduce st...
08 May, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
88% ‘hard-to-recycle’ plastic: PolyCycl’s bet on turning waste into valueIndia's plastic waste problem is being tackled by PolyCycl's innovative chemical recycling. The technology transforms difficult-to-recycle ...
01 May, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
'No AC, no heavy bills': Here's how 4,000+ homes in Jaipur reduced indoor temperature with just a simple rooftop ideaA viral video highlights Jaipur's innovative approach to combating rising heat by transforming rooftops into green spaces. Over 4,000 homes...
28 Apr, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
How to Maintain Your Fire Pit and Why Ash Buildup Can Be a Hidden Safety RiskBackyard fire pits require regular cleaning. Ash buildup can store heat, causing burns or new fires. It also blocks airflow, leading to exc...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Why Some DIYers Are Putting Chalk in Their Toolboxes and Swearing by ItRust is a common problem for home mechanics. Many are now using plain chalk to absorb moisture and protect their tools. Chalk's porous natu...
18 Apr, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies QuicklyFruit flies invade kitchens rapidly due to overripe produce. Scientists confirm sanitation is key. Eliminating breeding grounds like drains...
11 Apr, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
That Old Tennis Ball in Your Yard Might Be Causing More Trouble Than You Think15 Mar, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
The Amazon Makes Its Own Rain: How the Rainforest Recycles Moisture to Sustain ItselfThe Amazon rainforest actively generates its own rainfall through a vital moisture recycling process. Trees release vast amounts of water v...
22 Feb, 2026, 10.03 PM IST
Rudra Ecovation unveils sportswear line made from upcycled fabric at PRS Dubai ConferenceRudra Ecovation recycles 8.8 million plastic bottles daily and uses AI to enhance efficiency. Their zero-waste approach aims to transform w...
18 Sep, 2024, 11.05 AM IST
Waste to fuel plant inaugurated in MeghalayaThe waste-to-fuel technology lies in manufacturing of a catalyst WASTEF with the addition of a special patented enzyme. Organic Waste (Biom...
18 May, 2022, 12.25 PM IST
Organic skincare brand Juicy Chemistry raises $6,50,000Self funded so far through internal sources and through operations, the startup has been providing 100 plus skincare products since 2014.
20 May, 2020, 05.49 PM IST
Organic Skincare brand Juicy Chemistry raises $6,50,000 from Akya VenturesPost deal, the startup's valuation is being pegged at $ 2.5 million (approximately Rs 18.75 crore), said a press statement issued by the co...
14 May, 2020, 11.38 PM IST
IIT Kharagpur researchers develop process to manage wet municipal solid wasteThe process novelty lies in the use of water for the reaction thus the moisture in the MSW gets used during the recycling process.
31 Jul, 2019, 04.19 PM IST
This startup's tech could be tipping point in our fight against plastic pollutionBanyan Nation is India's first vertically integrated plastics recycling company that uses proprietary plastics cleaning technology to produ...
04 Jan, 2018, 03.42 PM IST
President Pranab Mukherjee for over-arching legal framework on waterThe President said concerted effort is also required to make the water sector policies and regulations clear, coordinated and comprehensive.
28 Oct, 2013, 03.40 PM IST
Nike launches new limited overs uniform for Team IndiaNike, the official kit sponsor of the Indian cricket team, has launched new uniform for the India-Australia limited over series next month.
18 Sep, 2013, 06.53 PM IST