The ancient miracle tree that filters your tap water better than any man-made system ever couldNew research published in ACS Omega reveals that Moringa oleifera seeds can remove over 98 percent of harmful microplastics, including dang...
01 May, 2026, 12.06 AM IST
Why a Simple Lemon Scrub Can Freshen Your Bathroom, but Not in the Way You ThinkWhile a homemade lemon scrub is a cost-effective and eco-friendly cleaning option, it's crucial to understand its limitations. Lemons' acid...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
How to safely eat watermelons: Lessons to learn after family of 4 dies in Mumbai due to suspected food poisoning from watermelonA family of four in Mumbai died after suspected food poisoning linked to watermelon consumed late at night, prompting an ongoing investigat...
27 Apr, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
The Trick to Keeping Your Clothes Fresh While TravelingTraveling clothes develop odors due to lack of air circulation, moisture retention, and frequent use, fostering microbial growth. Man-made ...
26 Apr, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
Geologists Find Strange Stone Tunnels That Could Point to a Never-Before-Seen Lifeform on EarthScientists found tiny, organized tunnels within desert rocks. These formations are unlike natural geological processes. Chemical traces sug...
25 Apr, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
No fridge needed. 3,000-year-old Indian technique of storing water can keep it cool for longer and also improve digestionDrinking water from earthen pots, known as matkas, provides natural cooling and health benefits. This traditional Indian practice cools wat...
23 Apr, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Why Your Kitchen Sponge Might Be Making Everything Smell WorseYour kitchen sponge, a cleaning essential, harbors billions of bacteria. Research reveals these porous tools become microbial hotspots, bre...
18 Apr, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Add a Spoonful of This Cheap Kitchen Liquid to Mop Water – Floors Smell Fresh and Shine for Nearly a WeekSpotless floors are achievable with a simple kitchen staple. A little dishwashing liquid in your mop water works wonders. It tackles tough ...
15 Apr, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
These Are the Dirtiest Spots You’re Ignoring in HomeScience reveals that common household items like kitchen sponges, refrigerator handles, and remote controls harbor more bacteria than toile...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Don't Toss This Common Kitchen Scrap: It's Plant Gold That Makes Garden Soil Richer FastYour kitchen waste holds immense value for your garden. Eggshells, banana peels, and coffee grounds are rich in nutrients essential for pla...
10 Apr, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
Mix These 3 Kitchen Ingredients for Grout in 15 Minutes – Your Tiles Can Look New AgainRestore dull kitchen and bathroom grout in just 15 minutes using a potent, natural concoction. A simple mix of baking soda, vinegar, and le...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
Common weedkiller in Australian homes linked to ‘superbug’ threat, study warns of rising antimicrobial resistance beyond antibiotic misuseA common weedkiller used widely in Australia may be contributing to the rise of superbugs. New research suggests this chemical can drive ba...
24 Mar, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Pantoea Tagorei: Scientists discover plant growth-promoting bacteria, names it after Rabindranath TagoreOn the reasons behind naming it after Tagore, microbiologist Dam referred to the visionary agricultural pursuits of Tagore. "That's the bes...
24 Dec, 2023, 01.07 PM IST
Study: Microorganisms' ability to adapt to climate change may help to reduce global warming28 May, 2023, 10.43 PM IST
Antarctic bacteria live on air and make their own water using hydrogen as fuelDespite the harsh conditions, microorganisms thrive. Hundreds of bacterial species and millions of cells can be found in a single gram of s...
15 Nov, 2021, 10.49 AM IST
Bacteria that can degrade pesticide linked to Bhopal Gas tragedyThe bacteria uses the pesticide as food. The researchers speculate that the genes that allow the bacteria to breaking down carbaryl may hav...
31 Oct, 2019, 07.20 PM IST
BT may curb roundworm infection, says studyBT, or soil bacteria could help battle roundworm infection worldwide, says a study.
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