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Seeds not sprouting in your pots or home garden? Samantha Ruth Prabhu shares 8 common mistakes to avoid- Satellite researchers studied China’s desert solar farms; vegetation developed across 30.8 square kilometres within and around the installations
- Preity Zinta plants bananas in her backyard along with other fruits and vegetables. Actress shares 2 tips on how to grow bananas at home
- Banned colours, expired dairy products found in food establishments at 36 Karnataka railway stationsA food safety inspection revealed non-permitted colours in sweets and expired dairy products. Unhygienic food preparation and fungal growth...20 Aug, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
- In 2025, researchers extracted superabsorbent gel from discarded diapers and tested it in sandy soil, where it showed water-retention potential similar to a commercial hydrogelScientists are investigating the potential of repurposing used diaper gel as a source of agricultural water retention. This material exhibi...20 Aug, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
- In 2025, researchers in Italy’s Puglia region grew grapevines beneath solar panels; the shaded vines produced 277% more grapes than those in full sunGrapevines under solar panels in Italy showed significantly increased productivity. This shade moderated soil temperature and retained mois...20 Aug, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- Jefferies raises Emmvee Photovoltaic Power target price to Rs 440: Can the stock rally further?Jefferies has raised its target price for Emmvee Photovoltaic Power to Rs 440 from Rs 400, while retaining its Buy rating, implying around ...20 Aug, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
- In 1914, USDA researchers imported Australian melaleuca seeds into the United States. 100 years later, the fast-growing tree had conquered 500,000 acres of South Florida after being planted to help dry the EvergladesAustralian melaleuca seeds were imported to the United States in 1914 for agricultural purposes. Later, the Army Corps of Engineers planted...20 Aug, 2026, 01.11 AM IST
- In 2026, EDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels on more than 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, marine growth has increased floater mass by nearly 43%, putting buoyancy and electrical connectors at riskEDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels across 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, heavy marine growth is threatening the ...19 Aug, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
- Nicole Kidman loves growing her own food: 5 simple kitchen-garden ideas beginners can followNicole Kidman’s love of home-grown vegetables offers inspiration for beginners starting a kitchen garden. She has spoken about growing lett...19 Aug, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
- Kangana Ranaut is obsessed with kitchen gardening: 5 unique home gardening ideas to steal from the Bollywood actress-politicianKangana Ranaut’s love for gardening extends from organic farming and kitchen gardens to planting trees around her homes. Inspired by her mo...19 Aug, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
- In 1500s, Spanish explorers introduced pigs into North America. Now areas where they roam free have fewer invasive speciesAlthough wild pigs have long been viewed as destructive invasive species, recent findings reveal they also play a surprising role in curbin...18 Aug, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
- India's solar module capacity surges, but upstream manufacturing lags: NITI AayogIndia's solar cell and module manufacturing capacity has grown significantly. However, the nation still imports essential upstream componen...17 Aug, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- In 1956, solar power was priced at about $1,865 per watt and survived largely because spacecraft needed lightweight power. Decades later, prices fell below 50 cents per watt and solar became the cheapest new electricitySolar power once cost a staggering $1,865 per watt in inflation-adjusted terms. Today, solar panels can cost only a fraction of a dollar pe...16 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
- How to use aluminium foil in the garden: 6 surprisingly useful ways gardeners use this to protect plants, reflect light and deal with pests.Aluminum foil is a versatile tool for gardeners, offering a range of cost-effective solutions. For instance, reflective ground cover enhanc...16 Aug, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
- A Florida homeowner swapped lawn grass for old soaked cardboard, mulch and native plants without digging up the lawn; the result was a low-maintenance front yard ecosystem where pollinators, birds, edible plants and people could coexistA Florida homeowner transformed a conventional grass-covered front yard without removing the existing lawn. The project used soaked cardboa...15 Aug, 2026, 11.33 PM IST
- Before the ice, Antarctica had a rainforest near South Pole: Fossils reveal a 90-million-year-old secretScientists have uncovered remarkable evidence of a rainforest that flourished in Antarctica nearly 90 million years ago, despite the region...15 Aug, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
- In 2017, California cattle ate an estimated 11.6 billion pounds of grass that could become wildfire fuel; researchers say grazing can reduce fire hazards in some rangelandsIn 2017, California's cattle devoured billions of pounds of vegetation, significantly aiding in wildfire intensity reduction. By efficientl...14 Aug, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
- In 1977, California removed the last herbivores from San Miguel Island after years of overgrazing. Decades later, the barren landscape produced a stunning ecological comeback, transforming into an island covered with native vegetationSan Miguel Island tells a powerful conservation story. Once called a “barren lump of sand,” the 9,500-acre California island suffered more ...11 Aug, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- In the 1800s, Americans planted tamarisk for windbreaks and erosion control; by 2005, the tree had spread across western river systems and become a major management concernTamarisk was originally brought in for various practical applications, but it has since proliferated across western waterways. This invasiv...11 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
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