In 2011, New York tried a simple way to beat peak summer heat by painting rooftops white; here’s how it helped cool citiesIn a proactive initiative starting in 2011, volunteers in New York City painted rooftops white to tackle the challenges of urban heat. This...
Knot possible: Even as law denies same-sex couples the right to marry in India, art is imagining and celebrating such unionsIndian artists are using their work to advance marriage equality discussions. Aksh Diwan Garg's paintings depict wedding guests, highlighti...
In 1930, an American lab technician invented a transparent adhesive tape revolutionizing the whole industry by creating a modern and commercially successful product: How Richard Drew changed the world?In 1930, an American lab technician invented a transparent adhesive tape that became a commercial product and changed the tape industry. Ri...
Japanese scientists painted cows like zebras to stop flies biting them, and it actually worked - the bizarre experiment that won an Ig Nobel in 2025Japanese researchers painted cattle with black and white stripes to deter biting flies. This unusual experiment aimed to reduce insect atta...
Stop throwing away aluminium foil scraps. How it can protect your furniture from damageAluminium foil can be more than a kitchen staple. Clean foil scraps can help protect furniture edges, handles and small surfaces from paint...
‘Every artist should listen’: Actor R Madhavan shares a powerful lesson on why criticism does not always define your worthActor R Madhavan, last seen in Dhurandhar 2, shared a painter's insightful experiment on Instagram. The painter initially received much cri...
Aluminium foil can help remove rust spots in your bathroom. How to get rid of stains? Check other uses of itAluminium foil can be surprisingly useful beyond the kitchen. In the bathroom, it may help remove light rust from suitable metal surfaces, ...
Berger Q1 net profit jumps 29% as decorative paints drive growthIn the June quarter, Berger Paints India experienced a remarkable increase in profits, with its decorative paints segment marking its best ...
You are probably using Aluminium foil wrong; these clever household uses may surprise youAluminum foil is a household hero, providing creative solutions for various tasks. It keeps bananas fresh longer and makes cleaning up afte...
Purdue University created paint so white that a coated surface stayed 8°F below the surrounding air at noonPurdue University researchers developed an ultra-white paint reflecting nearly all sunlight. This innovative paint keeps surfaces cooler th...
Monarch Networth initiates coverage on Asian Paints, Colgate and Kansai Nerolac; sees up to 17% upsideMonarch Networth Capital has initiated coverage on Asian Paints, Colgate Palmolive India and Kansai Nerolac Paints, citing strong brands, e...
Kansai Nerolac Q1 profit rises 5%; approves Rs 601 crore capacity expansionPaintmaker cites healthy demand despite geopolitical disruptions; expects festive season to support growth.
In 2007, the woman believed to be the Mona Lisa was traced to her final resting place in ItalyLisa Gherardini, the woman long believed to be the real Mona Lisa, is back in the spotlight after historic Florence records identified her ...
In 2007, a tiny ghost-white beetle revealed the secret to the world's brightest white paintNature's whitest white beetle is giving scientists a new way to rethink modern materials. The tiny Cyphochilus beetle creates an intensely ...
Brokerages raise Asian Paints price targets after strong Q1 earnings, but retain cautious stanceBrokerages increased price targets for Asian Paints after strong June quarter earnings. Most analysts maintained their existing recommendat...
300 mysterious paintings in a cave with no sunlight: For 1500 years, Native Americans kept returning to this site. Now scientists know whyA new study has revealed why Native Americans kept returning to Missouri's Picture Cave for nearly 1,500 years. By radiocarbon dating pigme...
Asian Paints Q1 Results: Net profit surges 40% YoY to Rs 1,539 croreAsian Paints Q1 Results: Asian Paints reported a strong Q1 FY27 performance, with consolidated net profit rising 40% year-on-year to Rs 1,5...