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In 1892, engineers began the Chicago Canal to divert sewage using 42 million cubic yards of earth; more than a century later, it may help Asian carp reach the Great LakesIn 1885, Chicago undertook the monumental task of reversing its river flow to safeguard drinking water by rerouting sewage from Lake Michig...02 Sep, 2026, 03.30 PM IST- A PhD student used shredded baby diapers in a prototype Indonesian house; 27% of its non-structural concrete blocks contained diaper waste, totaling about 3,700 poundsAn extraordinary house in Indonesia has creatively utilized nearly 3,700 pounds of discarded diapers. This unique construction method incor...02 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Rising sea threat comes closer home as UN flags millions in Kolkata, Mumbai at riskA United Nations report highlights millions in Kolkata and Mumbai face immediate risk of losing homes. Rising sea levels threaten coastal i...01 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- Maharashtra effect: Hotels, eateries in Delhi push for stricter auditsFollowing intensified FSSAI inspections in Maharashtra and concerns raised about two Delhi hotels, restaurateurs and hoteliers in the Delhi...31 Aug, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
- Assam Cabinet clears Rs 50,000 crore Viksit Assam push, solar and healthcare projectsIn a landmark decision, the Assam Cabinet has approved a 30 MW solar energy initiative along with a 25 MW battery energy storage system. La...30 Aug, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
- Varanasi flood preparedness: 198 boats, 21 flood posts, NDRF teams deployed; 61 relief camps, 24/7 control room set upVaranasi district administration has prepared 61 flood relief camps for affected families. These camps will provide accommodation, food, an...30 Aug, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
- Astronauts returning from spacewalks say space leaves a smell on their suits; NASA crews have compared it with metal, gunpowder, and ozoneAfter returning from spacewalks, astronauts frequently describe an odd aroma, reminiscent of burnt gunpowder or charred meat. This mysterio...30 Aug, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
- 137th Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights history website, backs drug-free youth campaignPrime Minister Narendra Modi discussed a website detailing historical rulers of Bharat. He also highlighted the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit...30 Aug, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
- Over 90,000 people affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross saysOver ninety thousand people are directly affected by a Himalayan landslide and need urgent aid. Aid officials express serious concerns abou...28 Aug, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
- FSSAI issues notice to Delhi's JW Marriott, Juniper Hotels over misprinted license, food hygieneFSSAI flagged serious food safety and hygiene violations at Delhi's JW Marriott hotel. Inspections revealed issues with sanitation, storage...27 Aug, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
- NABARD, NaBFID sign MoU for funding rural infrastructure projectsNABARD and NaBFID have signed an initial pact to strengthen collaboration. This agreement focuses on financing infrastructure projects with...27 Aug, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
- FSSAI flags food safety lapses at Andaz Delhi, JW MarriottFSSAI has issued notices to Andaz Delhi and JW Marriott, Aerocity. Inspections revealed significant food safety and hygiene deficiencies at...27 Aug, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
- In 2015, NASA astronauts ate space-grown lettuce in orbit for the first time; fresh food may also help support crew morale on long missionsAstronauts aboard the International Space Station made history by eating lettuce that was grown in microgravity. This significant event sho...26 Aug, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- FSSAI suspends Marche Retail's licence, orders SDP to stop ghee salesThe FSSAI has suspended Marche Retail's license for thirty days due to sanitation and hygiene issues. SDP Industries must stop selling its ...24 Aug, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
- India, ADB sign $230 million loan to upgrade Chennai water systemIndia and the Asian Development Bank signed a $230 million loan agreement. This project will expand and modernize Chennai's water supply an...21 Aug, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- Plea in HC alleges AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar being illegally detainedThe Delhi High Court will hear a plea today regarding AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar's alleged illegal detention. He was reportedly taken into custo...18 Aug, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
- AAP alleges policemen 'kidnapped' party MLA Kuldeep Kumar amid protest over sanitation worker's alleged murderAam Aadmi Party leader Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged MLA Kuldeep Kumar was kidnapped early morning. This occurred during a protest concerning a...18 Aug, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
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