GRAP-1 imposed in Delhi-NCR: Full list of restrictions, bans and permitted activitiesDelhi-NCR has entered Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as air quality dropped to the 'poor' category with an AQI of 208. T...
19 May, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
Holding stocks is harder than finding them: 10 mid- and small-caps stocks that may be worth holding on toHolding a stock is not an act of blind faith. It is not refusing to change one’s mind. It is not averaging down because the stock has falle...
17 May, 2026, 06.20 AM IST
A new law in Peru treats stingless bees as rights-bearing ecological actorsPeruvian municipalities in Satipo and Nauta have granted legal rights to native stingless bees. These tiny pollinators are now recognized a...
08 May, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
The stunning way China is using America's own playbook to hit the US where it hurts most, and Washington has no idea how to respondChina Detains Panama-Flagged Ships: Nearly 70 Panamanian vessels held in Chinese ports. COSCO suspending operations at Balboa. A $2 billion...
30 Apr, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Cooking gas shortage: India ramps up LPG output as West Asia conflict hits supplyIndia is ramping up LPG production and securing alternative imports as the Iran conflict disrupts supplies and deepens a nationwide cooking...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Scientists have discovered that cocaine-powered super salmon live longer and swim faster than normal salmonScientists found Atlantic salmon exposed to cocaine swam further and lived longer. This study highlights how drugs in waterways change aqua...
25 Apr, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
India LPG consumption slides 13% amid West Asia conflictIndia's LPG consumption plummeted by 13% in March due to West Asia conflict-induced supply disruptions. Despite government efforts to boost...
19 Apr, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
The Tiny Gaps in Your Home That Could Be Driving Up Your Heating BillMany homes feel cold in winter due to air leaks. These tiny gaps let cold air in and warm air out. Simple fixes like caulking and weather s...
17 Apr, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
Can Iran legally put a price on passage through the Strait of Hormuz?Iran’s move to charge tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz has sparked a legal and geopolitical debate. Under international ...
16 Apr, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
How the AI boom derailed clean‑air efforts in one of America's most polluted citiesAmerica's push for cleaner air faces a new challenge. The growing demand for electricity from data centers is reviving coal-fired power pla...
10 Apr, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
This Quick Kitchen Cleaning Shortcut Could Be Ruining Your Countertops; Here’s What to Use InsteadCommon household cleaning shortcuts like disinfecting wipes and vinegar sprays can cause invisible damage to kitchen countertops, leading t...
09 Apr, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Delhi pollution plan: Restrictions on goods vehicles, check when BS-VI and EV rules will applyDelhi will soon see stricter rules for goods vehicles entering the capital. From November 1, only BS-VI compliant, CNG, and electric trucks...
04 Apr, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Dirty Tile Grout Try This Quick At Home Trick To Clean It Without Ripping It OutGrubby grout doesn't always mean costly renovation. A simple, science-backed DIY paste of baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and dish soap eff...
03 Apr, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
Why Older Homes Handled Fresh Air Better Than Many Do NowOlder homes, built before the 1970s, naturally facilitated better air circulation than modern, tightly sealed houses. Research indicates th...
01 Apr, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Why Your Go-To Home Fragrance Trick Might Not Be As Harmless As It SmellsPleasant home scents at our homes from candles and diffusers may mask hidden indoor air pollutants. Experts warn that fragrances release vo...
31 Mar, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
Iran tells UN: 'Non-hostile' ships can transit Strait of HormuzIran has notified the United Nations Security Council and the International Maritime Organization. Non-hostile vessels can now transit the ...
25 Mar, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Goa Pollution Control Board to reclassify industriesGSPCB will reclassify the categories of industries which will allow "non-polluting units" to operate without consent under Air and Water Po...
04 Mar, 2016, 03.51 PM IST