How a simple bowl of salt in your room can quietly fight indoor dampnessA simple bowl of salt can effectively absorb moisture in damp rooms, a scientifically supported method for humidity control. Coarse salt, l...
23 May, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Why does a gas pump automatically stop when your tank is fullA simple click at the gas pump signals a clever engineering feat. This automatic shut-off relies on physics, not smart technology. It uses ...
13 May, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact review: Designed for modern indoor air needsThe Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact is a premium air purifier designed for India’s worsening urban air quality, combining a compact, redesig...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Why You Should Never Store Potatoes and Onions TogetherKeep onions and potatoes separate in your kitchen to extend their shelf life. Onions release ethylene gas, which causes potatoes to sprout ...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
What is shelf-stable synthetic blood? The scientific advancement that could transform battlefield and emergency careA revolutionary synthetic blood is nearing human trials. This freeze-dried product can be stored for years at room temperature. It can be r...
23 Apr, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Why You Should Never Store Potatoes in the FridgeRefrigerating potatoes is a common mistake that spoils their flavour and texture. Cold temperatures convert starch to sugar, causing bitter...
22 Apr, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
NAACP sues Musk's xAI, alleging illegal operation of gas turbinesThe NAACP has sued xAI and its subsidiary MZX Tech, alleging they illegally operated gas turbines to power a data centre in Mississippi wit...
15 Apr, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
This Simple Salt and Soap Trick Cuts Kitchen Grease Fast – No Harsh Chemicals NeededAmerican kitchens are embracing a simple, effective grease-cleaning method: dish soap and salt. This combination leverages the science of s...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
'Kindly relieve me asap': Akums Drugs' Finance Head resigns as toxic air chokes DelhiA senior finance executive at Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals has resigned, citing Delhi's severe air pollution as the primary reason. Rajk...
29 Dec, 2025, 03.09 PM IST
Burning eyes, headaches: Survey finds 3 in 4 Delhi-NCR households already feeling toxic air impactToxic air is affecting Delhi-NCR residents. Many report sore throats, coughs, and burning eyes. Air quality worsened significantly after Di...
25 Oct, 2025, 05.39 PM IST
From ‘severe’ to ‘very poor’: Delhi breathes easier, but ‘very poor’ air still fuels health complaintsDelhi's air quality remains in the ‘very poor’ category with an AQI of 381 as of Thursday morning, following days of 'severe plus' conditio...
21 Nov, 2024, 09.25 AM IST
Magical herb 'Jufa' can do wonders for people who stay out for long hours in the toxic airThe high pollution level leads to many problems like congested nose, sore throat and cough.
19 Nov, 2021, 08.17 AM IST
Diwali: Ban use of all firecrackers, activist tells Maharashtra governmentIn a Facebook post addressed to Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Environment Minister Aaditya Thackeray, activist and founder of NGO Awa...
06 Nov, 2020, 05.49 PM IST
Air pollution to blame for hundreds of traffic accidents every year, says new studyToxic air impairs driver fitness, while watery eyes and an itchy nose could also be distracting for motorists.
06 Oct, 2016, 12.25 PM IST
30% green tax on diesel vehicles?The Environment Pollution Control Authority (EPCA) has suggested that a green tax of 30% be imposed on diesel vehicles to check their numbe...
20 Apr, 2016, 11.04 AM IST
As Delhi sizzles, toxic ozone levels riseThe level of toxic ozone in the national capital was highest this year during the last two weeks when the maximum temperatures hovered abov...
28 May, 2015, 07.43 PM IST
65 % of the air pollution deaths occur in Asia and close to quarter of this in IndiaAccording to Global Burden of Disease (GBD) count, a global initiative involving the World Health Organisation, in South Asia, air pollutio...
17 Dec, 2012, 05.36 PM IST