Searched for
TAP WATER
For centuries, Arctic cold has kept plant life small but Alaska trees are growing taller, getting greener due to climate change and this may offer hope, survival strategy for fragile eco-system against global warming- In 2022, MIT researchers built a portable desalination unit that removed particles and salts at once, producing about 0.3 liters per hour
- Varun Beverages to foray into alcohol biz, set up subsidiary
- Washbasin cleaning tips? Try these easy home hacks to remove water marks, toothpaste stains, soap scum and dirtKeeping your washbasin clean is essential to prevent unsightly toothpaste marks and soap residue. Use baking soda to eliminate stubborn gri...25 Aug, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
- Varun Beverages forays into alcohol business, names ex-Diageo executive Prathmesh Mishra to lead new unitVarun Beverages will enter the alcoholic drinks market with a new subsidiary. The company appointed a former Diageo executive to lead this ...25 Aug, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
- Tired of skunk odor? Colorado State recommends 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and soap; the mix tackles the animal’s sulfur-alcohol muskIf you find yourself dealing with a skunk odor, a specialized cleaning solution is vital for removal. Colorado State University recommends ...25 Aug, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Drought-hit England tells South Asians to wash rice twice, urges less water for wuduEngland faces a water crisis after summer heatwaves depleted reservoir levels. Taxpayer funds support campaigns encouraging fewer rice wash...24 Aug, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
- Ladakh taps Indus water for agricultureLadakh's administration has made significant strides in environmental management by effectively channeling millions of litres of glacier ru...21 Aug, 2026, 11.37 PM IST
- Ebix and NSDL Payments Bank cross one crore registrations Under MSRTC NCMC Programmes.Over one crore NCMC RuPay smartcards were registered in five months. These cards now serve MSRTC concessional passengers across Maharashtra...21 Aug, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
- How to open a coconut without hammer: 5 clever methods to break the hard shell at homeHow to open a coconut without hammer: Cracking open a coconut doesn’t require a hammer. You can use common household items instead. Techniq...20 Aug, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
- 17 gallons of Atlantic fog can become drinking water in 24 hours as Morocco’s mountain nets capture moisture above the Anti-Atlas, then gravity carries it downhill to homes where families once walked hours for waterIn southwestern Morocco, Atlantic fog is being transformed into drinking water through a network of specialized mesh nets on Mt. Boutmezgui...18 Aug, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
- White vinegar cleaning hack: Easy way to remove stubborn mineral deposits and white stains from bathroom and kitchen faucetsWhite vinegar is a powerhouse when it comes to tackling mineral deposits and limescale on kitchen and bathroom faucets. Thanks to its natur...18 Aug, 2026, 10.21 PM IST
- Snap out of third world-wearinessA recent CAG report found E. coli in railway station drinking water, indicating serious contamination issues. This audit revealed widesprea...17 Aug, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
- Railway passengers take note: If you drink water from station coolers, CAG has found E coli in samples from 8 locationsA CAG report found E coli in drinking water at several railway stations. Hundreds of stations also lacked essential passenger facilities, a...17 Aug, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
- Railways to overhaul drinking water system across networkThe new actions also include replacement of water tanks and strict compliance on regular water quality testing at source and outlet points....16 Aug, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
- CAG flags E. coli bacteria in drinking water at Railway stations, cites violation of Railway Board normsE. coli bacteria was detected in drinking water at several railway stations. Unhygienic conditions were also reported in railway washrooms ...16 Aug, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
- Treat, not trick, data centre waterIndia faces a significant potable water shortfall while treating only a fraction of its sewage. Treated sewage, currently discharged into w...14 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
- Did your teeth fall out? Doctor explains why you should never expose them to water if you are going to the dentist: ‘Water rushes into…’Having a tooth fall out can be painful. However, you should never just wrap a fallen tooth in a piece of tissue and visit the dentist. Taki...14 Aug, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
- Sound of rain all nightThe night's rain created a symphony of sounds on urban surfaces. This peaceful deluge transformed rooftops and streets into musical instrum...14 Aug, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
- Stick aluminium foil behind tap: Why many people do it and how to use it correctlyStick aluminium foil behind tap: A simple aluminium foil sheet behind the kitchen tap acts as a temporary splash guard. This hack helps red...10 Aug, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
Load More
