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Mix 3 tbsp denatured alcohol into 1 quart of water for dirty windows; the two-ingredient formula can make a simple glass cleanerA university extension service suggests a simple homemade window cleaner. This effective solution uses denatured alcohol mixed with water. ...- Gujarat’s Jal Jeevan Mission data had discrepancies, reporting flaws: CAGThe implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission in Gujarat was marked by discrepancies in data and reporting, with the CAG finding a mismatch ...
- In 1955, a British engineer while trying to prove a game changing theory about a revolutionary invention used a cat food tin, a coffee can, and a reversed vacuum cleaner. Later, the patent changed the landscape of modern transportation foreverIn 1955, a British engineer while trying to prove a game changing theory about a revolutionary invention used a cat food tin, a coffee can,...
- In 1996, Alicia Silverstone paid $597,000 for a four-bedroom Hollywood Hills home, then added solar and graywater; 30 years later, it is worth over $2 millionHomes with green features are increasingly selling for more money across the United States. Actress Alicia Silverstone's Hollywood Hills ho...
- Dusty switchboards? Try these simple and safe DIY cleaning hacks to remove dirt, grease and fingerprints at homeFor your safety, always turn off the power before cleaning switchboards. To tackle everyday dust and loose dirt, employ a dry microfibre cl...
- 16-year-old Indian student built a kerosene stove that runs on water, won top prize at science exhibitionAt 16, Vyasji Mishra, a Class 11 student from Devsar in Madhya Pradesh, developed a hybrid stove that used kerosene and steam as alternativ...
- Soak paper towels in white vinegar and wrap them around crusty faucets; cleaning experts say hard lime deposits soften enough to wipe off in about 1 hourFor tackling stubborn mineral buildup on faucets, white vinegar serves as a convenient remedy. This gentle acid breaks down hard water depo...
- Extreme heat creates new winners in India’s FMCG basketIndian households faced increased summer expenses, affecting grocery budgets significantly. Chocolate and dairy consumption declined while ...
- Meet Janak Palta McGilligan: Padma Shri awardee who built a home with no electricity bill, solar cooking and organic farmingJanak Palta McGilligan has adeptly turned her residence into a beacon of sustainability, creating a self-sufficient environment that harnes...
- Nepal’s farmers carved farms into the Himalayas, but now this growing problem is destroying their harvests and triggering a wildlife crisisNepal’s farmers are increasingly struggling with crop damage caused by rhesus macaques and other wildlife. Rural migration has left fewer p...
- A country without evenings: Cuba's blackouts pass 24 hours as Washington targets the firm that keeps its power plants runningThe United States has imposed new sanctions on Cuba, targeting key energy import companies. These measures aim to worsen the island's ongoi...
- Mix baking soda with distilled water at a 2:1 ratio into a paste; Iowa State Extension says baking soda can help loosen grime from a cool iron soleplateKeeping your iron spotless is essential to avoid transferring grime onto your clothes. To tackle the build-up on the soleplate, mix baking ...
- Government panel plans to retain rule allowing doorstep drug deliveryA government sub-committee has decided to uphold the 2020 rule for doorstep delivery of medicines, recognizing its critical importance for ...
- Rural job demand rises 23.8% in August under new VB-G RAM G schemeDemand for jobs under the new rural employment scheme increased in August. Work sought by households rose significantly from the previous m...
- Bijli, Sadak, Pani: UP BJP bets on BSP; orders road repairs & development worksThe Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up for the upcoming elections by focusing on improvements in electricity, road infrastructure and w...
- What to do with empty shampoo bottles? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to reuse them at home and turn them into useful itemsEmpty shampoo bottles can be transformed into practical household items. By cutting them, you can create innovative phone charging holders....
- RBI launches key surveys to get inputs for monetary policyThe Reserve Bank of India has launched three key surveys today. These surveys aim to gauge inflation expectations and consumer confidence a...
- Only 23% of rural households use LPG exclusively, CEEW studies findMany rural households lack doorstep LPG delivery, facing refill cost and logistics issues. Only a fraction of rural homes use LPG exclusive...
- Why battery recycling is crucial for protecting local ecosystems and securing a sustainable clean energy futureImproper disposal of used batteries can lead to environmental hazards due to toxic metals contained within them. Recycling these batteries ...
- Prineville built a 120-acre wetland instead of a new wastewater plant; the Oregon system cost $7.7 million and saved the city $54 million versus conventional treatmentPrineville, Oregon, built a wetland wastewater system after population growth strained its capacity. This innovative approach cost $7.7 mil...
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